Deuel County board proposes 2,000-foot setback for high-voltage transmission lines, schedules joint public hearing After extended public comment, the Deuel County Planning and Zoning Board voted to amend the county zoning ordinance to require a 2,000-foot setback for transmission lines above 345 kV from inhabited residences and set a joint public hearing with county commissioners for Feb. 3, 2026.

Deuel County is taking a bold step to protect residents by proposing a 2,000-foot setback for high-voltage transmission lines, igniting passionate community discussions.

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Deuel County Zoning Board approves waiver option for 2,000‑foot setback on high‑voltage lines At its Feb. 3 meeting the Deuel County Zoning Board amended an ordinance to allow landowners to accept reduced setbacks from high‑voltage transmission lines, after utilities warned a 2,000‑foot rule would lengthen routes and residents raised safety concerns. The board will forward the amendment to the County Commissioners for first reading on March 3, 2026.

The Deuel County Zoning Board has sparked a heated debate by allowing landowners to opt for reduced setbacks from high-voltage transmission lines, despite community concerns about safety and property value.

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Deuel County adopts one-year moratorium on new public power plant facilities The Deuel County Board of Commissioners on March 3 adopted Resolution 26-07 imposing a one-year moratorium on new public power plant facilities (excluding wind and solar) while county staff and the Planning Commission complete an environmental and community impact study and draft zoning regulations.

Deuel County has hit pause on new public power plants for a year to reassess environmental and community impacts—what does this mean for residents?

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