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Local Option - Building Permit Fee Waivers for Renewable Energy Projects

Connecticut allows municipalities to exempt parties undertaking Class 1 renewable energy projects from paying building permit fees. Class 1 renewable resources include solar, wind, biomass, and others. The list of eligible parties who can claim this exemption is broad, including but not limited to local governments, non-profits, businesses, tribal governments, and agricultural facilities.

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