McHenry County Board Repeals Solar Farm Restrictions Amidst Legal Battle
McHenry County Board in Illinois has overturned restrictions on twelve solar farms that were previously approved. The decision, which came amidst a lawsuit from a solar farm developer, was voted on by the board members at a meeting on Tuesday. One board member voiced concerns about permanent zoning changes. The repeal was approved with 11 votes in favor, 6 against, and one abstention. The board also voted to remove a 10-year time limit condition placed on another solar farm in Crystal Lake. Board member Jim Kearns stated that he did not agree with these amendments … Read more