Missoula Current
No hoax here: Missoula County looks to write climate action plan with new position
12/22/2017
SolSmart Designees
Missoula County
Montana
Population: 119,600
Designation Level:
SolSmart Silver
Year Designated:
Bronze 2017 / Silver 2019
- 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 development
Missoula County recognizes the benefits of solar energy to our community, and we were proud to be designated the first SolSmart county in Montana. But we’re not stopping there. We’re continuing to examine our policies and practices with the goal of making solar even simpler and more affordable for county residents and businesses.
- Nicole Rowley, Missoula County Commissioner
