Des Moines County extends wind-permit moratorium amid contested setback debate The Des Moines County Board of Supervisors voted to extend a moratorium on accepting or approving commercial wind-energy permit applications through Dec. 31, 2025, while it finalizes amendments to County Ordinance No. 62. The vote followed extensive written correspondence and public comment urging larger conservation setbacks, legal questions about

Des Moines County has decided to extend its moratorium on wind-energy permits until the end of 2025, amid ongoing debates over conservation setbacks and public concerns.

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County Engineers Develop Customized Road Use Agreements for Wind Projects County engineers collaborate on specialized road use agreements to accommodate wind project impacts.

Des Moines County is taking a proactive stance on wind energy by crafting tailored road use agreements to safeguard local infrastructure and ensure community safety.

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