Olean council approves battery‑storage zoning; holds hearing on solar rules
The Common Council voted to adopt Local Law 03‑2025, creating zoning provisions for battery energy storage systems, and held a public hearing on proposed solar‑energy zoning. Officials said residential rooftop solar remains unaffected while large‑scale siting and battery installations will face tighter controls.
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The Common Council on June 24 adopted Local Law 03‑2025 to establish zoning provisions for battery energy storage systems after committee review and a public hearing process. Council members said the measure was intended to limit large‑scale battery and solar facilities on land designated for other community purposes while preserving homeowners’ ability to install rooftop panels.
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