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Richford OKs temporary ban on solar energy systems

Richford OKs temporary ban on solar energy systems

Sign outside Richford Town Hall Photo: Saga Communications


RICHFORD, NY (607NewsNow) — A Tioga County town is putting a temporary hold on certain green energy projects.

On Oct. 14, the Richford Town Board approved a six-month moratorium on the development and construction of solar energy systems. All board members voted in favor of the ban.

A similar six-month moratorium on the acceptance of new solar energy permits was approved by the Cortlandville Town Board on Oct. 1.

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