Lexington opposes East Kentucky Power Cooperative's solar facility plan in Fayette County due to zoning concerns and potential land use policy impacts.
Lexington is intervening in East Kentucky Power Cooperative's plan to build a solar facility on a Fayette County farm, citing the need for time to study and create a plan concerning solar facilities. The city supports renewable energy but claims the project is not currently the type that would fall under its zoning ordinance. Lexington is concerned about the permanent consequences on land use policies related to solar generation on commercial and agricultural land.
May 22, 2024
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