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Commission asks staff to research rural substation standards and public engagement
Summary
After discussing recent experience with a high‑voltage facility review, the Planning Commission voted to ask staff to consult supervisors and draft options to amend rural zoning for substations — including design standards, buffering, mapping potentially suitable locations, and a recommendation that applicants meet adjoining property owners before applying.
The Planning Commission voted Nov. 5 to direct staff to approach the Board of Supervisors for authorization to research potential amendments to rural zoning related to electric substations. Commissioner McKay moved the action after expressing concern about siting and community notification for substations in rural districts.
Members debated whether…
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