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Warren County amends rural zoning code to regulate solar installations; commissioners approve changes
Summary
The county approved text amendments that add principal and accessory solar definitions, set minimum site sizes and setbacks, increase public‑notice distance, and adopt a 20% on‑site generation cap consistent with PUCO guidance.
County zoning staff presented proposed text amendments to the Warren County Rural Zoning Code that add clarified definitions and standards for solar energy systems and other technical refinements to lot and driveway standards. The Planning and Zoning staff and the Rural Zoning Commission recommended approval; the Board of Commissioners adopted the amendments by roll call vote.
Key provisions approved
- New categories: accessory solar, principal solar production (ground/pole/roof/building mounted). - Minimum site size for a principal ground‑mounted facility: 12…
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