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Committee opens discussion on allowing solar by special permit outside industrial zones

5716552 · September 4, 2025
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The committee debated whether to allow large solar facilities in residential or business zones by special permit, reviewed potential town-owned sites and discussed economic and screening considerations.

Lakeville’s Zoning Bylaw Review Committee discussed expanding where large solar facilities can be sited, reviewing draft bylaw language and possible town-owned locations for solar projects.

Committee members said the current bylaw allows solar facilities by right only in industrial zones, which limits available sites. Members suggested permitting solar in business or residential zones by special permit with…

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