Planning board conditionally approves 995 kW US Solar array amid flooding, visual and decommissioning concerns
Apr 13, 2026
The Farmington Planning Board approved a conditional permit for an 8.6‑acre, 995 kW AC community solar project proposed by US Solar at 873 Farmington Falls Road after residents raised concerns about flooding, visual impacts to a neighboring event venue and guarantees for decommissioning and plantings; the permit is contingent on state and federal approvals and specified mitigation measures.
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The Farmington Planning Board voted to conditionally approve a proposed community solar project by US Solar at 873 Farmington Falls Road, authorizing an 8.6‑acre array that the developer says will produce about 995 kW AC.
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