How to Put Windmills on My Property

Contact the energy companies or windmill suppliers that you are interested in doing business with. If a vendor wants to make a sale, or if the energy company desires your location, it may be willing to handle the local regulation process as part of the deal. Or, the company may already be aware of restrictions in your area and advise you if windmills simply are not allowed.

Inquire about local regulations or laws about windmills. Even if the company you are doing business with promises to handle the regulatory process, you should still be familiar with the laws in order to protect your property and investment in the future. The town clerk or code enforcement officer should be well-versed on the local codes. There's a fair chance, however, that there are no local laws in place governing the use of windmills. If that's the case, you'll need to help local lawmakers write new legislation that allows and controls green-energy technology in the community.

Research codes in other municipalities or states where windmills are allowed and regulated, and suggest one example or a combination of several examples that would work for both your property and the community. Some existing ordinance restrict the color of the height of the windmills, the color of the blades and the minimum lot sizes for locating the devices to ensure that they don't topple any structures of encroach on a neighboring property. Local laws aim to prevent windmills from blocking scenic vistas and from interfering with radio and television signals.