The SWWCOG members have begun consideration of wind energy planning, and the development of an ordinance governing the planning, installation and operation of wind energy generating towers and turbines in the area. Several documents have been provided as planning tools and guidance in this effort. These documents and related photographs are posted here for reference. Further updates on this topic will be posted when available.

Township of Bridgehampton, Sanilac County – Wind Powered Electricity Generating Towers Ordinance

Huron County Wind Energy Conversion Facility Overlay Zoning Ordinance

Huron County Zoning Amendment for Wind Energy Systems

Manchester Township Section 16.23, Wind Energy Conversion Systems

MDLEG Web Links - Sample Zoning for Wind Energy Systems

Lodi Township Zoning Ordinance- Wind Energy Conversion Systems

Michigan Land Use Guidelines for Siting Wind Energy Systems

Banks Township Zoning Ordinance - Wind Turbine Generators and Anemometer Towers

Photographs of Wind Energy Towers