§ 4-211
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§4–211.
(a)In this section, “energy generating system” means an energy generating system:
(1)for which a certificate of public convenience and necessity is required by State law; or
(i)for which a certificate of public convenience and necessity is not required by State law; and
(ii)that is not considered to be an accessory use under the zoning law of the local jurisdiction where the system is located.
(b)If the primary reason for a proposed amendment to change a zoning classification on a parcel of land is the existence of an energy generating system on that parcel of land or on a parcel of land that is adjacent to or in close proximity to that parcel of land, a legislative body may not grant an amendment to change the zoning classification based on a finding that there was:
(1)a substantial change in the character of the neighborhood where the property is located; or
(2)a mistake in the existing zoning classification.