Bill > HB05142

This bill proposes to amend title 16 of Connecticut's general statutes to prohibit the Connecticut Siting Council (CSC), a state regulatory body responsible for approving certain infrastructure projects, from approving the installation of any solar photovoltaic (PV) generating facilities within 500 feet of a residential property. Solar photovoltaic systems are electricity-generating installations that convert sunlight directly into electrical power using solar panels. By establishing this geographic restriction, the bill aims to create a buffer zone between solar installations and residential areas, potentially addressing concerns about visual impact, property values, or potential perceived negative effects on nearby residents. The proposed legislation would require solar project developers to ensure that any new solar PV facilities maintain a minimum distance of 500 feet from existing homes, which could significantly limit potential sites for solar energy development in more densely populated or suburban areas of Connecticut.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB05142&which_year=2025