Guidelines for Solar and Wind Local Ordinances
VA
Solar/Wind Permitting Standards
commercial
investor-owned utility
municipal utilities
residential
cooperative utilities
installers/contractors
retail supplier
Program Details
- Program ID
- 4877
- Last Updated
- 8/11/2023
Eligibility
Program Summary
In March 2011, the Virginia legislature enacted broad guidelines for local ordinances for solar and wind. The law states that any local ordinance related to the siting of solar or wind energy facilities must: Be consistent with the Commonwealth Energy Policy (§ 67-102) Provide reasonable criteria for wind and solar energy siting, protecting the locality while promoting wind and solar development Establish reasonable requirements for noise limitations, buffer areas, set backs, and facility decommissioning
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.