Commercial Energy Windmills

[GlockDoctor]

I've been approached by a major regional energy producer. The company wants to develop a wind farm in my area. My property is a potential wind turbine site. I have an 80 acres, currently leased. I have hopes to convert to silvopasture in the coming years. Does anyone have experience with wind farms and dealings with large energy producers? I'm looking for some insight.

[Morning Sunshine]

I have heard they are loud.  that is all I have got.


oh, and my kids - led by the 15-yo - call them "Fidget Spinner farms" 

[Oakie]

Well, it's been awhile since you ask and I see no responses.
I came here also to ask advice on this subject. My neighbors sold out and I will be living with turbines all around my property.
I have to decide if I want to profit in a small way or hold onto my 'air rights'. I don't envision building anything more than 3 stories tall but I have no idea what other restrictions I'd be held to.
Hoping you found the answers you sought somewhere!

[GlockDoctor]

Thank you for your reply. Long story short, our township passed regulations restricting wind turbine placement. The turbines were required to be a certain distance from homes, rivers streams and forests. Basically, we made it impossible for the company to comply and make any money. My area seems to be in the clear.