IA HSB692

Prohibits the use of eminent domain to acquire right-of-way for, construct, or operate any renewable electric power generation facility, including wind, solar, and battery storage systems.

Establishes mandatory setback standards for wind energy conversion facilities proposed after January 1, 2026, requiring facilities to be sited at least three times their total height from abutting dwellings or community buildings.

Requires wind turbines to be sited at least 1.1 times their total height from nonparticipating properties, overhead utility lines, electric substations, public road rights-of-way, and railroad rights-of-way.

Defines "renewable electric power generation facility" to include battery energy storage systems, solar energy conversion facilities over 100 kilowatts, and wind energy conversion facilities over 100 kilowatts.

Grants local authorities (cities and counties) the power to set setback standards for wind facilities, but caps those standards at the maximums specified in the bill.