Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Environmental Quality
 
Board
Department of Environmental Quality
 
chapter
Small Solar Renewable Energy Projects Permit Regulation [9 VAC 15 ‑ 60]
Action Amend 9 VAC 15-60 to comport with the requirements of Chapter 688 of the 2022 Acts of Assembly
Stage Proposed
Comment Period Ended on 12/6/2024
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12/2/24  8:16 pm
Commenter: Morgan Ralph, MPA Student at Virginia Tech

In Support
 

For your consideration, 

 

I am in favor of amending Chapter 688 of the 2022 Acts of Assembly. 

The inclusion of agricultural and forested lands for consideration of solar projects opens up more access to clean energy in Virginia. Reviewing these lands for any adverse effects caused by this project is also important as it ensures a more limited impact. The requirement of a mitigation program for adverse effects is fair. The allotment of a 45-day comment period will also permit citizens in the area a chance to share any concern with the project. 

 

Thank you, 

Morgan Ralph

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