Amends Tennessee Code to replace references to "wind energy" with "utility" and modifies regulations for utility facilities.

This bill amends various sections of Tennessee Code to replace references to "wind energy" with "utility." It modifies regulations for utility facilities, including wind turbines and solar arrays, by adjusting setback requirements and decommissioning provisions. The bill also introduces utility facility design conditions for permits and allows local legislative bodies to establish regulations for utility facility construction, operation, or redevelopment. The changes take effect on July 1, 2025.

Amends Tennessee Code to replace references to "wind energy" with "utility" and modifies regulations for utility facilities.

This bill amends various sections of Tennessee Code to replace references to "wind energy" with "utility." It modifies regulations for utility facilities, including wind turbines and solar arrays, by adjusting setback requirements and decommissioning provisions. The bill also introduces utility facility design conditions for permits and allows local legislative bodies to establish regulations for utility facility construction, operation, or redevelopment. The changes take effect on July 1, 2025.