CO SB110

New wind-powered energy generation facilities that begin vertical construction of the first turbine on or after April 1, 2022, must install FAA-approved light mitigating technology that detects approaching aircraft and keeps lights off when safe.

Owners or operators have six months after receiving FAA "no hazard" determination to apply for light mitigating technology approval, then 24 months to install and operate the system for at least 30 percent of proposed wind turbines.

Local governments may grant extensions of up to 24 months if owners demonstrate commercially reasonable efforts were made but technology availability prevented compliance, with no penalties imposed during extension periods.

County boards may impose civil penalties of $1,000 per day against owners or operators who fail to comply with the light mitigating technology requirements after adopting an ordinance authorizing such penalties.

Requirements do not apply to wind facilities used solely for research and testing, and multiple counties may coordinate enforcement through intergovernmental agreements.