HB5477

Regulates siting and operation of commercial wind and solar energy facilities.

Establishes standards for siting and operation of commercial wind and solar energy facilities. Requires facility owners to obtain permits and enter into agricultural impact mitigation agreements. Sets setback distances, blade height limits, and vegetation screening requirements. Allows counties to set additional standards but prohibits requiring property value guarantees or neighboring property devaluation escrow accounts. Requires facility owners to provide financial assurance for deconstruction and repair of drainage systems.