A wind energy conversion system or tower that does not operate continuously for 365 consecutive days may be deemed abandoned and shall be removed by the operator of the system. The permit holder may request that the local governing body of Cherokee County delay the designation of abandonment by submitting satisfactory proof that the system has not been abandoned and a date when the system will become operable. The decision to delay a designation of abandonment shall be at the sole discretion of the local governing body.
Structure Code of Alabama
Article 26 - Zoning and Planning.
Part 1 - Wiind Energy Conversion Systems.
Section 45-10-260 - Applicability.
Section 45-10-260.01 - Definitions.
Section 45-10-260.02 - Permit Required.
Section 45-10-260.03 - Adoption of Rules, Laws, or Ordinances.
Section 45-10-260.04 - Financial Assurance.
Section 45-10-260.05 - Certification, Safety, and Setback Requirements.
Section 45-10-260.06 - Abandonment and Removal of System or Tower.
Section 45-10-260.07 - Construction of Part.
Section 45-10-260.08 - Jurisdiction and Regulation of Public Service Commission.