Minnesota SF2664 requires local government and Tribal approval for all solar projects.

Minnesota SF2664 amends state statutes to require approval from local governments and Minnesota Tribal governments for all solar projects. The bill mandates that a permit for a solar project must receive approval from each local unit of government and Tribal government with jurisdiction over the site location. Additionally, the bill modifies the permit requirements for certain energy projects, such as exempting small wind energy systems and solar energy systems with a capacity of less than 50 megawatts from needing a permit.

Minnesota SF2664 requires local government and Tribal approval for all solar projects.

Minnesota SF2664 amends state statutes to require approval from local governments and Minnesota Tribal governments for all solar projects. The bill mandates that a permit for a solar project must receive approval from each local unit of government and Tribal government with jurisdiction over the site location. Additionally, the bill modifies the permit requirements for certain energy projects, such as exempting small wind energy systems and solar energy systems with a capacity of less than 50 megawatts from needing a permit.