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Dominion Energy’s Laurel Branch solar project and switchyard found substantially in accord with county plan
Summary
On April 6 the Planning Commission unanimously determined that Dominion Energy’s 80 MW Laurel Branch Solar (CUP 2-22) and its associated 465.62‑acre switchyard (CUP 6-22) meet the requirements of the Lunenburg–Kenbridge–Victoria Comprehensive Plan, while commissioners emphasized monitoring for water protection, erosion control and screening.
The Lunenburg County Planning Commission on April 6 unanimously found Dominion Energy’s Laurel Branch Solar proposal (CUP-2-22) and a separate switchyard/substation application (CUP-6-22) to be "in substantial accord" with the Lunenburg–Kenbridge–Victoria Comprehensive Plan.
Robin Lucey, Dominion Energy’s development manager for the project, described the 2232 report conclusions, Dominion’s role, and how the proposal addresses special policy areas including protection of water sources and loss of agricultural land. The…
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