HB1201 regulates siting of commercial wind and solar energy facilities in Illinois counties.
HB1201 allows counties to set standards for siting commercial wind and solar energy facilities in unincorporated areas outside municipal zoning. Counties can require facility owners to consult with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and submit farmland drainage plans. Counties must hold public hearings on permit applications and cannot set unreasonable fees. The bill prohibits counties from restricting wind and solar facilities unless they comply with state law and cannot require facility owners to enter into agricultural impact mitigation agreements.
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