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Council moves to restrict ground-mounted solar arrays in residential zones after planning commission recommendation
Summary
After several contested ground-mounted installations and planning commission concerns about neighborhood impacts, the Freeport City Council approved a zoning amendment at second reading to restrict ground-mounted solar arrays in residential areas.
The Freeport City Council voted at second reading to amend the zoning code to restrict ground-mounted solar arrays in residential districts, following a unanimous recommendation by the planning commission.
The ordinance amends chapters 12-48 and 12-50 of the city's zoning code to address ground-mounted solar panels. Director Duckman said the planning commission’s direction came after residents raised aesthetics and maintenance concerns…
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