GRANVILLE – Another solar project is being proposed in Granville. On Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Granville Town Hall, Granville resident Doug Roberts will be looking to get a variance approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals for his 40-acre solar project.
A view of the land on South Lane for the proposed solar project. (Photo from Doug Roberts)
The state’s Green Communities Act requires that all solar projects be a maximum of five acres, meaning a variance is needed for Roberts’ 40-acre project.
Located at 274 and 275 South Lane, each parcel will contain a 20-acre large scale ground mounted solar photovoltaic installation.
“I have a commitment to renewable energy, I think it’s the way to go,” said Roberts.
Since the land on South Lane used to grow apples, Roberts wants the 40 acres to be put to good use as it’s no longer an agricultural entity.
“I want to have the least amount of impact on the town,” said Roberts. “I’m trying to do the right thing by the town.”
For this project, Roberts is working with C-Tec of Bloomfield, Conn., who has over 30 years of experience in the solar industry and installs solar to both residential and commercial customers.
If the variance is approved by the Zoning Board of Appeals, Roberts will then be able to develop a plan for the project and apply for a special permit with the Planning Board.
