Bill > H2898

This bill proposes to amend existing law to prohibit the construction or installation of industrial wind turbines within 3,000 feet of any residence or property zoned for residential use, with this distance requirement applying to wind turbines erected after the bill becomes law. The legislation states that these large wind turbines, which can exceed 400 feet in height, can negatively impact property values and potentially cause health issues for nearby residents, a condition referred to as "wind turbine syndrome," which includes symptoms like sleep disturbance, headaches, and dizziness. The bill's proponents believe that by establishing this setback, the public health and welfare will be protected, and residents will be shielded from unnecessary property value reductions.