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A bill that would have overridden local ordinances that restrict or prohibit wind power in Indiana has taken a “180 degree turn” after pushback from local officials. HB 1381 would establish statewide standards for how close wind and solar projects can be to other properties. But a new amendment would allow county and local governments to maintain restrictive ordinances, while also offering a hefty incentive for abandoning them. The bill was amended in the Senate Utilities hearing Thursday morning to include the option for counties to adopt “renewable energy districts.” Essentially, these districts would provide a space for governments to approve wind projects if a group of property owners want the turbines on their land while maintaining local control over their siting. ....
34 Indiana counties restrict wind, solar projects. Lawmakers are pushing a bill to override them. London Gibson and Sarah Bowman, Indianapolis Star Why a state law hurt Indiana s solar energy industry Replay Video UP NEXT The roads in Henry County, Indiana, were dotted with signs protesting projects locals say will infringe on their rights and their quality of life: wind turbines. The county is one of 34 around the state with ordinances that restrict wind and solar projects, or prohibit their construction altogether. Residents in these counties fear the projects, if too close to their homes, will tank property values as well as inconvenience the lives of those who live near them. ....
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