Oroville planning panel certifies mitigated negative declaration, approves three-site solar project amid Superfund concerns
The Oroville Planning Commission voted 5–0 (two absent) on Nov. 10 to certify a mitigated negative declaration and approve a use permit covering three solar sites — including a parcel within the Copper Superfund boundary — after public commenters raised dioxin and environmental‑justice concerns. The commission imposed mitigation, monitoring and coordination with state agencies.
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The Oroville Planning Commission on Nov. 10 certified a mitigated negative declaration and approved a use permit, variance and fence findings for a three‑site solar project, including a parcel within the Copper Superfund boundary. The commission voted to accept staff’s recommended Option 1 by a 5–0 vote with two members absent.
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