Frequently Asked Questions
1Who is responsible for paying taxes on my land after I enter a lease agreement?
The owner of the renewable energy
facility covers any increased
property taxes associated with the
leased area, as well as any rollback
taxes as part of the change in land
use status.
2Can I use my property during the option period?
Yes, landowners can continue to
utilize their land as they have in the
past. When the option is exercised,
appropriate consideration will be
given to landowners to cover any
commercial impacts to farming or
other operations.
3What do you look for in land?
We look for land that is relatively flat, close to infrastructure, has limited wetlands or floodplain areas, is 20+ contiguous acres, with no endangered species habitat.
4How long will my land be under option?
The option periods generally range
from 2 to 4 years.
5Are there environmental impacts on the land?
Solar, wind and energy storage are
renewable energy resources that do
not have long-term environmental
impacts like those associated with
fossil fuel energy sources. These
projects do not produce water,
noise, or air pollution.
6Will I get paid during the option period?
Yes, landowners will receive
payments at the start of each option
period.
