Winnebago County zoning board votes down proposed solar project next to Curran’s Orchard

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – In a unanimous decision, the Winnebago County Zoning Board of Appeals voted against a solar farm from Pivot Energy.

Board members say even though the paperwork was properly submitted, it’s not a good location.

The solar arrays would have sat next to Curran’s Orchard. The owner, community members and organization leaders spoke out in opposition to the plan…

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