Planning commission keeps existing vegetative buffers, backs new setbacks for utility-scale solar

Apr 27, 2021

The Charlotte County Planning Commission maintained current vegetative buffer rules and recommended new setback distances for utility-scale solar projects — including 125 feet from state roads and 400 feet from off-site residences — after rescinding a prior March 23 vote; the setbacks passed 9–1.

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The Charlotte County Planning Commission on April 27 maintained the county’s existing vegetative buffer requirements for utility-scale solar projects and recommended new setback distances after rescinding an earlier setback vote.

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