Dade County Approves New Solar Ordinance Following Public Hearing
TRENTON, GA — The Dade County Board of Commissioners has approved a new ordinance regulating large-scale solar developments after holding a public hearing and special called meeting on April 16.
The ordinance establishes a framework for solar energy projects that require a special use permit, focusing on protecting property owners while allowing for responsible development.
Key Requirements
Under the new rules, solar projects must meet several conditions, including:
- A minimum 30-foot setback
- Installation and maintenance of vegetation buffers
- Replacement of any dead or damaged buffer trees
- Requirements to restore the property to pre-construction conditions
Commissioners said the goal is to ensure that both landowners and neighboring properties are protected as interest in solar development continues to grow…