Des Moines County supervisors debate when development is 'proposed' under draft Ordinance 64

Jan 28, 2026

Supervisors and planning staff spent the meeting clarifying when a wind/solar/battery project is 'proposed' under draft Ordinance 64, how the definition of 'occupied dwelling' affects setbacks, and what evidence will be required to protect future homes; residents urged larger setbacks and warned of potential litigation.

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BURLINGTON — The Des Moines County Board of Supervisors spent a substantial portion of its meeting hashing out how a proposed wind, solar or battery project becomes official under draft Ordinance 64 and what that timing means for neighbors’ rights.

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