The Knox City Council will consider solar farm development standards tonight. Under the proposed ordinance, commercial solar energy systems within the city’s zoning jurisdiction would have to be located in an agricultural zone, at least 200 feet away from any homes, 100 feet from roads, and 50 feet from neighboring properties.
The proposed ordinance also outlines the required application documentation and permit fees. Mayor Dennis Estok is expected to ask council members to suspend the rules and adopt the ordinance on all readings tonight, according to the advance meeting agenda.
In other business, council members will consider funding water and sewer projects with federal American Rescue Plan money. Tonight’s Knox City Council meeting starts at 6:00 at Knox City Hall.
