New York’s Article X
Gives the state's siting board considerable authority to override local laws.
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New Jersey law promoting wind variances
State law makes it easier for wind project proponents to get variances from local zoning ordinances by nominating wind generation as an “inherently beneficial use.”
Nevada’s enabling legislation for local planning authorities
Nevada’s enabling legislation for local planning authorities has special provisions to protect small wind projects.
Connecticut Siting Council
Approval by the Connecticut Siting Council creates statutory deadlines, appeals rights at local level.
Virginia guidelines for local renewable energy ordinances
The Virginia legislature enacted broad guidelines for local ordinances for solar and wind.
Washington State Siting Council
Preempts the regulation and certification of of energy facilities by local bodies.
Wisconsin Public Service Commission
Has exclusive jurisdiction over the siting of large electric generating facilities with nominal capacities over 100 MW.
Ohio Power Siting Board
Has exclusive jurisdiction over the siting of all wind energy facilities over 5 MW.
New Hampshire Site Evaluation Committee
Responsible for certifying wind energy facilities with capacities over 30 MW.
ELI report, State Enabling Legislation for Commercial-Scale Wind Power Siting and the Local Government Role
Addresses state and local responsibilities for siting wind facilities over 5MW.