Board extends moratorium on utility‑scale solar through Aug. 31, 2027

Dec 23, 2025

The board voted to extend a moratorium on utility‑scale solar energy conversion systems (resolution 1158-12-23-2025) through Aug. 31, 2027 to allow defensible ordinance drafting; supervisors emphasized balancing agricultural uses and energy development.

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Beth, the county zoning official, asked the board to extend the county’s moratorium on utility‑scale solar energy conversion systems until Aug. 31, 2027, saying the zoning commission needs more time to complete comprehensive rules. She said the moratorium ‘‘gives us a manageable timeline to do this work thoroughly.’’

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