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We are enthused and excited to begin Wood County’s journey into the world of renewable and sustainable energy generation. We look forward to using our Nepco Lake Park array as a laboratory that will gather data and analytics for the expansion of these technologies to other parts of our county, benefiting all of our citizens and taxpayers.”
Doug Machon, Wood County Board Chairperson
SolSmart Criteria
SolSmart Criteria
Created an online permitting checklist, increasing transparency for community members and solar installers
Reviewed local zoning codes and identified restrictions that intentionally or unintentionally prohibit solar PV development
Allowed solar by-right accessory use in all zones (so solar installations don’t require special permits or hearings)
Cross-trained both inspection and permitting staff on solar PV
Provided a streamlined permitting pathway for small PV systems