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Planning commission reviews proposed Article 7 to allow alternative energy systems with safety and setback rules

City of Victoria Planning Commission · December 3, 2025
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Associate Planner Travis Brierley presented proposed Article 7 of the zoning code to regulate ground‑source heat pumps, wind energy conversion systems and solar; commissioners raised concerns about noise, wildlife, setbacks and residential exclusions.

The Planning Commission reviewed proposed Article 7 of the City of Victoria zoning code, which would regulate alternative energy systems including ground‑source heat pumps (GSHP), wind energy conversion systems (WEX) and solar installations while prioritizing safety, aesthetics and compliance with state and federal standards.

Associate Planner Travis Brierley said staff want to ‘‘allow for residents, business organizations to have the option of using alternative energy’’ while protecting a livable…

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