LINCOLN- Lancaster County had some of the strictest rules in the country when it comes to wind turbines. Thursday, Lancaster County commissioners eased some restrictions, making it easier to develop renewable energy. Sean Flowerday, Christa Yoakum and Rick Vest carried the vote, saying this provides opportunities to help farmers and diversify the county's energy sources.

In November, the County Board asked the Planning Department to draft new rules since no projects had been proposed, following changes made in 2019. A representative for southwest Lincoln and Lancaster County says she supports green energy, but believes relaxing restrictions will reduce property values and quality of life for people living near turbines. Turbine projects will require a special permit and public hearings before being approved for development.

"Lancaster County is an attractive place for wind energy development," David Levy said.

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