# 35-A M.R.S. § 3455: 35-A §3455. Determination of public safety-related setbacks

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ME_T35-A_P3_C34-A_S3455

## Section

- **Citation:** 35-A M.R.S. § 3455
- **Heading:** 35-A §3455. Determination of public safety-related setbacks
- **Jurisdiction:** Maine
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** ME Code / Title 35-A / Part 3 / Chapter 34-A / Section 3455

## Text

In making findings pursuant to Title 12, section 685‑B, subsection 4 or Title 38, section 484, subsection 3 on whether a wind energy development must be constructed with setbacks adequate to protect public safety, the primary siting authority must consider the recommendation of a professional, licensed civil engineer as well as any applicable setback recommended by a manufacturer of the generating facilities. The primary siting authority may require submission of this information as part of the application. [PL 2007, c. 661, Pt. A, §7 (NEW).]

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