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Nobles County approves Xcel Energy substation expansion permit

Board of Commissioners of Nobles County · November 18, 2025

Summary

The board approved Conditional Use Permit #12‑2025 for Northern States Power d/b/a Xcel Energy to expand a substation in Summit Lake Township under county land‑use rules for transmission infrastructure.

Nobles County commissioners approved Conditional Use Permit #12‑2025, permitting Northern States Power d/b/a Xcel Energy to expand an existing substation in Summit Lake Township.

County staff noted the public hearing requirement under Nobles County Land Use Ordinance Section 603.4(7) for switchyards and transmission facilities over 35 kV. The motion was moved by Commissioner Robert S. Demuth and seconded by Commissioner Chris Dybevick; the minutes record the action as duly passed.

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