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FSEC grants 12‑month extension for Badger Mountain solar application through July 31, 2026
Summary
The council approved a 12‑month extension for Avangrid’s Badger Mountain solar site certification application; staff said the pause lets the applicant resolve site‑control, cultural‑resource and other uncertainties and that SEPA studies will be needed if work resumes.
The Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council voted to grant a 12‑month extension through July 31, 2026 for the Badger Mountain solar site certification review after hearing from staff and public commenters. Joanne Snarski, FSEC siting specialist, said Avangrid requested the extension citing site control, federal regulatory uncertainty, tax changes and other policy concerns. Staff opened an extension‑specific public comment period and received 18 comments, including letters…
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