BILL · 2015–16 SESSION

SB 5414: Solar energy syst/trees near

Regulating trees and shrubs located near solar energy systems.

Summary

Declaring a Private Nuisance for Certain Trees that Shade Solar Systems. A private nuisance is declared for the planting of a tree or shrub that will cast a shadow greater than 10 percent on an adjacent solar energy system between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. local standard time.

From the Senate Bill Report (Orig.) (SB 5414), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to regulating trees and shrubs located near solar energy systems;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Mar 10, 2016By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Jan 11, 2016By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Jun 28, 2015By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
May 29, 2015By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Apr 29, 2015By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
Jan 21, 2015First reading, referred to Energy, Environment & Telecommunications.

Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.

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