<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 46-45. - Purpose.</div>
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               The purpose of this article is to facilitate the construction, installation, and operation
               of solar energy systems (SESs) in Halifax County in a manner that promotes economic
               development and ensures the protection of health, safety, and welfare while also avoiding
               adverse impacts to important areas such as agricultural lands, endangered species
               habitats, conservation lands, and other sensitive lands. It is the intent of this
               article to encourage the development of SESs that reduce reliance on foreign and out-of-state
               energy resources, bolster local economic development and job creation, support the
               diversification of the state's energy portfolio, strengthen energy and grid security,
               reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce local air and water pollution, and aid North
               Carolina in meeting its renewable portfolio standard. This article is not intended
               to abridge safety, health or environmental requirements contained in other applicable
               codes, standards, or ordinances. The provisions of this article shall not be deemed
               to nullify any provisions of local, state or federal law.
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               (Res. of 7-8-19(1))
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