BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va. – Botetourt County officials delayed action Monday on a proposal for a 33‑acre solar facility off Route 220 in Fincastle after dozens of residents raised concerns about property values, local environment and where the power would be sold.
The meeting drew neighbors and community groups who said they fear scenic views and rural character could be harmed and that local residents might not benefit from the electricity produced.
“The beautiful farms and the rural nature of Botetourt County that we all love to talk about, but we seem determined to get rid of… vote no,” said a local resident during public comment…