It is unclear whether or not the application for the solar project has, in fact, been rescinded. Since yesterday's statements, there has been no further confirmation of any kind from the township that this has taken place. When further statements or confirmation are available, we will update. … [Read more...]
Wilson Solar Rescinds Application for Solar Project – Still Proceeding with Appeal
According to sources at Venango Township: As of this time, Wilson solar has rescinded the new application partially due to the new fee schedule. They will proceed with the appeal on the original application. … [Read more...]
Birch Creek Development Wilson Solar File Appeal vs Venango Township on Decision Rejecting Conditional Use
A Statutory Appeal in the Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas has been filed by Wilson Solar LLC against the Venango Township Supervisors. The appeal was made: to challenge the denial of its conditional use application to develop a solar energy system in Venango Township. Wilson Solar submits that the Board of Supervisors of Venango Township abused its discretion and erred at … [Read more...]
Birch Creek Development Renews Attack on Venango Township with Another Application for Conditional Use
The new application from Birch Creek Development for a conditional use permit is now available for your examination. The application is very similar to the first one. You would think a solar developer would try to build a solar farm where there is more sunshine and where the citizens and local government officials had not already denied their previous application, that is, … [Read more...]
Venango Township Findings of Fact and Conclusions for Wilson Solar Project Sent to Birch Creek
The summation of the findings leading to the denial of the conditional use permit and rezoning of two parcels has been sent to the attorney for Birch Creek. Attorney Anthony Angelone wrote a detailed, point by point response explaining why the Wilson Solar project was not appropriate for, did not meet the requirements of and should not be built in Venango Township. The … [Read more...]