Voters in Eliot approved two new ordinances permitting wind and solar energy systems in town.
The solar ordinance passed 852 to 158 and the wind ordinance passed 831 to 183.The two ordinances will permit small wind and solar energy systems, and will allow the town to regulate them to make sure they’re installed and operated safely. The town’s energy commission, which put forth the ordinances, believes they will send a statement that alternative power systems are welcome in town.
The ordinances spell out regulations such as setbacks and height limitations.
Eliot is now among the first communities in the state to pass an ordinance that specifically addresses these kinds of systems, according to Michael Starn, spokesman for the Maine Municipal Association.
- mainetoday
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