TX SB819

Requires renewable energy generation facilities (wind and solar) with capacity of 10 megawatts or more to file an application for "determination of public interest" with the Public Utility Commission before interconnecting to the transmission grid

Establishes minimum setback requirements: solar facilities must be at least 100 feet from property lines and 200 feet from habitable structures; wind turbines must be at least twice the turbine height (including blades) from property lines, unless neighboring property owners provide written waivers

Mandates public notice requirements including notification to county judges within 25 miles of the facility and publication in local newspapers for at least two consecutive publications

Gives the commission 180 days to approve or deny applications, with automatic approval if no decision is made; applications may only be denied if potential harm substantially outweighs benefits to the state or if requirements are not met

Exempts solar power facilities located within home-rule municipality boundaries from these requirements; authorizes the commission to impose application fees and adopt enforcement rules