Summary
Residents expressed concern over solar farm installations on agricultural land, prompting discussion on siting solar panels on rooftops instead.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Mar 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project will generate potential PILOT payments through the Erie County IDA, host community benefit payments if negotiated, and increased property tax assessments.
Residents favoring preservation of rural land and agricultural acreage.
Adjacent homeowners facing potential loss of rural views and solar panel glare.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Board (Regular) - Mar 23, 2026
Residents expressed concern over solar farm installations on agricultural land, prompting discussion on siting solar panels on rooftops instead.
Planning Board (Regular) - Mar 18, 2026
EDF Power Solutions is proposing a 2.5-megawatt solar installation on a 17-acre residential-agricultural parcel near East Pleasant Avenue. Nearby residents have raised strong concerns about visual impacts, noise, property values, and setbacks from neighboring properties and ponds.
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