N.D. Cent. Code § 49-22-16.4

Current through 2023 Legislative Sessions
Section 49-22-16.4 - Light-mitigating technology system - Rules
1. The commission shall adopt rules by January 1, 2019, relating to the implementation of light-mitigating technology systems on wind energy conversion facilities. The rules must be consistent with the federal aviation administration regulations [ 14 CFR 1.1 et seq.] and must include service and maintenance requirements, safety standards, and lighting system requirements.
2. By December 31, 2019, every wind energy conversion facility for which the commission issued a certificate of site compatibility after June 5, 2016, must be equipped with a functioning light-mitigating technology system that complies with rules adopted by the commission. After public hearing, the commission may grant a waiver or an extension of time based on technical or economic feasibility considerations.
3. By December 31, 2021, every wind energy conversion facility for which the commission issued a certificate of site compatibility before June 5, 2016, must be equipped with a functioning light-mitigating technology system that complies with the rules adopted by the commission. After public hearing, the commission may grant a waiver or an extension of time based on technical or economic feasibility considerations.
4. Any costs associated with the implementation, operation, and maintenance of light-mitigating technology systems are the sole responsibility of the wind energy conversion facility owner.

N.D.C.C. § 49-22-16.4

Amended by S.L. 2021, ch. 346 (HB 1095),§ 3, eff. 8/1/2021.
Added by S.L. 2017, ch. 329 (HB 1378),§ 1, eff. 8/1/2017.