County backs 180‑day moratorium on wind and solar developments while state military‑compatibility bill proceeds

Feb 12, 2025

Grand Forks County commissioners approved 180‑day moratoriums on wind‑turbine and utility‑scale solar siting to await results of a proposed state military compatibility commission and to advance a county‑sponsored compatible‑use study with DOD.

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The Grand Forks County Commission voted on Feb. 4 to impose a 180‑day moratorium on permitting wind‑turbine farms and large‑scale solar projects in the county while state legislation and a proposed compatible‑use study proceed.

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