On the one hand, counties can impose varying restrictions via ordinances to discourage certain types of generation facilities.
On the other hand, the Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) is charged by law with the task of issuing a Certificate of Public Convenience, Use and Necessity for new generation facilities.
Does your county have the resources to intervene in these IUC dockets to support or oppose these new facilities?
Does your county have the resources to challenge IUC decisions in court?