Klamath County planning commission backs conditional use permit for 29‑acre battery storage near Malin Substation

Jan 28, 2026

The planning commission voted unanimously Jan. 27 to forward a conditional use permit for a 29‑acre battery energy storage system next to the Malin Substation to the Klamath County Board of Commissioners, citing grid benefits and conditions addressing fire safety, wildlife mitigation and access.

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Klamath County planning commissioners voted unanimously Jan. 27 to accept staff recommendations and forward a conditional use permit for a proposed 29‑acre battery energy storage system (BESS) adjacent to the Malin Substation to the county board for final decision.

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