Solar Energy Land Use and Zoning Issues: Key Regulations, Large-Scale Use Factors and Conflicts, Agreements, Credits
Recording of a 90-minute premium CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE webinar will provide renewable energy counsel with an in-depth analysis of critical issues for solar energy land use and zoning. The panel will discuss key federal and state regulatory challenges, identifying solar resources and mapping, large-scale solar use factors and conflicts, considerations for lease and easement agreements, and obtaining tax incentives.
Outline
- Key federal and state regulations
- Zoning considerations
- Large scale solar use factors and conflicts
- Siting and permitting
- Leases and easements
- Tax incentives
Benefits
The panel will review these and other key issues:
- What are the critical federal regulations for solar energy development and land use?
- What recent legislation at the state level focuses on solar energy zoning and land use?
- What are the essential factors to consider for large scale solar use projects?
- What are the key negotiating and drafting points for lease and easement agreements?
- What are the common siting and permitting challenges and methods to overcome them?
- How can you ensure that tax credits and other incentives are maintained?
Faculty
Kyle C. Barry
Partner
McGuireWoods
Mr. Barry has an extensive background in business expansion services and economic development projects, with a special... | Read More
Mr. Barry has an extensive background in business expansion services and economic development projects, with a special emphasis on renewable and clean energy projects.
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Lawrence Opalewski
Partner
Dalton & Tomich
Mr. Opalewski focuses his practice on land use and zoning litigation, as well as constitutional and civil rights... | Read More
Mr. Opalewski focuses his practice on land use and zoning litigation, as well as constitutional and civil rights litigation. He has significant experience in all aspects of litigation and has represented individuals, religious institutions, small to mid-size businesses, large businesses and municipalities.
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Brianna J. Schroeder
Attorney
Janzen Schroeder Agricultural Law
Ms. Schroeder focuses her legal practice working for farmers and agribusinesses. She has litigated complex... | Read More
Ms. Schroeder focuses her legal practice working for farmers and agribusinesses. She has litigated complex environmental and agricultural matters, including insurance coverage, regulatory compliance, tort claims, zoning appeals, and employment claims. She also negotiates and drafts contracts for agricultural companies and farms, including farm leases, employment agreements, sales agreements, and privacy contracts. She is licensed in Indiana and Illinois and has represented a wide variety of clients from start-up companies and livestock farmers to large agricultural businesses, trade groups, and municipalities.
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