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Albany County Planning Board OKs modified referral for 137-acre battery storage project after safety debate
Summary
The board voted to modify its local recommendation for a 137-acre battery energy storage project in New Scotland, adding notes requiring the town to confirm stormwater controls, address public opposition at an upcoming hearing, and prioritize erosion/runoff measures after extensive resident safety concerns and developer safety briefings.
The Albany County Planning Board voted to issue a modified local recommendation for a proposed 137-acre battery energy storage facility at 1543 Indian Fields Road in the Town of New Scotland, adding three advisory notes after sustained public concern about safety and runoff.
Board members asked the applicant to ensure a current stormwater pollution prevention plan, to address public opposition at the October 8 public hearing, and to consider additional erosion and runoff controls for steep access roads. The motion to modify staff opinion passed with one member recorded in opposition.
Why it matters: The proposal would place large-scale battery storage near a rural…
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