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Meeker County approves 1 MW solar conditional use permit, tables zoning ordinance amendments
Summary
The county approved a conditional use permit for a 1‑megawatt solar project near Dassel and the final plat Laughlin Acres, and entered a joint powers agreement for building inspections; the board tabled a package of zoning ordinance amendments for a future work session.
Land Use Director Greg Schultz brought a set of land‑use items to the board Feb. 17. The board approved a conditional use permit (CUP #16727) for a 1‑megawatt solar garden on a parcel near Dassel; the city of Dassel and an adjacent landowner signed waivers allowing the project within proximity to city limits and neighboring dwellings, and staff included a drainage condition requested by the city. Schultz said the site will remove existing farm buildings and trees and is expected to be operational for about 25 years.
The board also approved the final plat for Laughlin Acres, a one‑lot agricultural plat meeting the county minimum lot size requirements, and authorized a joint powers agreement with the City of Paynesville for backup building inspection services (inspections only; cost $75 per inspection + mileage).
On a separate matter, Schultz presented a wide package of proposed zoning ordinance amendments (changes to permit expiration periods and other edits). Multiple commissioners expressed concern about public notice, desired more time for review, and recommended a work session with Planning & Zoning; Commissioner Paul moved to table the ordinance package and the board approved the motion to table for further review.
