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Planning staff reports rise in code cases and permitting; proposed BESS setback increase discussed
Summary
At the Feb. 26 meeting the planning department presented its 2025 annual report noting about 70 new code cases started in 2025, prior-year fines around $174,000, and 1,119 improvement location permits issued; commissioners also discussed proposed changes to the county's BESS ordinance including increasing the setback to 1,320 feet.
Planning staff presented the department's 2025 annual report to the Marshall County Plan Commission on Feb. 26, citing higher enforcement activity, continued case work and strong permitting demand.
Staff said roughly 70 new code cases were opened in 2025, some cases remain open and the county has pursued legal action in four matters. The report referenced fines and judgments previously recorded (staff cited a total near $174,000 in 2024 fines) and…
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