Renewable Energy Development Permitting Streamlining

passed senate, pending house amendments

Legislation HB26-1268 aims to streamline permitting for renewable energy developments on underutilized land such as decommissioned oil and gas sites, industrial sites, closed landfills, and previously mined areas. The bill allows local governments to designate areas for renewable energy projects, specifically solar and energy storage systems, and requires public hearings and outreach to impacted communities. It empowers local governments to utilize disturbed land to build renewable energy resources and take advantage of tax increment financing to reinvest in communities.