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Planning commission rejects Haney solar permit; supervisors schedule further review
Summary
The county planning commission voted to reject a solar proposal on the Haney property amid questions about historic easements, setbacks and ownership; supervisors said they will invite the applicant to a work session and expect multiple solar items before the board this year.
Nottoway County—s planning commission rejected a proposed solar project on property owned by the Haney family after commissioners and public commenters raised multiple concerns, including historic easements on the land and requests to reduce setback requirements.
Planning commissioners asked for clearer documentation on whether a National Trust historic designation would permit the project and requested information about who would own and operate the solar facility; the applicant suggested Dominion Energy might ultimately take ownership but had not finalized any transfer agreement.
Public commenters including a representative of local historic groups opposed the permit, and commissioners said they needed more detail before determining whether the project meets the county—s comprehensive plan and zoning rules. Commissioners noted the property contains conservation and historic easements and that historical protections could conflict with large-scale solar development.
Board members discussed the planning commission—s vote and asked county staff to arrange a work session with the applicant, neighbours and technical experts to answer unresolved questions. County staff also said Rocky Ford and other solar proposals will come before the planning commission and board in the months ahead, and supervisors noted the county expects several solar-related public hearings before year-end.
No formal vote by the board occurred; supervisors indicated they will schedule the applicant for a work session to get more information before any public hearing or board decision.
