Planning commission recommends temporary moratorium on community solar and wind siting while county reviews ordinances

Apr 28, 2026

The Morrison County Planning Commission unanimously recommended imposing a temporary moratorium on community solar, solar farms and wind energy conversion systems so the County Board can review renewable energy policy and permitting; public commenters raised opposition and conspiracy concerns but staff said the moratorium allows a policy review.

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The Morrison County Planning Commission on April 28 voted unanimously to recommend that the County Board impose a temporary moratorium on permitting community solar, solar farms and wind energy conversion systems while staff and commissioners review ordinance language and county policy.

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