SD SB25

Applicants for energy conversion or AC/DC conversion facilities in counties without comprehensive plans or zoning ordinances must notify adjacent property owners by certified mail at least three months before filing a permit application.

Within 30 days of filing a permit application, applicants must post visible signs on the proposed facility site that include utility contact information and a description of the project.

A local review committee is formed within 30 days of application filing, composed of tribal council chairs, school board presidents, county commissioners, mayors, and a utility representative from affected areas.

Committee members must elect to participate within 60 days; if fewer than three members opt in, committee requirements are waived and the committee dissolves.

Local review committees assess social and economic impacts including housing, education, water, waste, law enforcement, transportation, fire protection, health, recreation, and energy, with applicants paying for any personnel expenses.