Boulder County

Boulder County

COMMISSIONERS APPROVE ALTERNATIVE ENERGY CODE AMENDMENTS

The Boulder County Commissioners approved amendments to the Land Use Code that will allow the construction of 80 foot tall wind generators in residential zones after a site plan review. The Commissioners also approved larger solar collectors but the size of the area disturbed (if located at ground level) will dictate the type of review required. Commissioner Will Toor voted against the amendments because he felt the requirements were too restrictive. Note: The amendments will be considered by resolution on June 30th and if approved, will become law on that date. For more information visit: http://www.bouldercounty.org/lu/code_updates/wind_generators/index.htm (BK)