Lawmakers seek to standardize county regulation of renewable energy facilities

By: Cami Koons

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: February 11, 2026

Words: 877

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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A House subcommittee advanced a bill Wednesday that would create standard language for counties to adopt pertaining to setbacks, moratoriums, property tax and other siting considerations for renewable electric power generation facilities.

Rep. Shannon Lundgren, R-Peosta, who chaired the committee, said the bill would help renewable energy developers know that “we are open for business here in the state of Iowa” which she said is essential to meet energy demands in the state.

“The …

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