Xcel Energy Application for a Site Permit for the Sherco 3 Solar Project.

On August 8, 2023, Xcel Energy (Applicant) submitted a site permit application to the Commission under the alternative review process (Minnesota Statute 216E.04; Minnesota Rule 7850.2800-3900) for the Sherco 3 Solar Project.

Site Permit Application

Text, Tables

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Exhibit 1: Project Location

Exhibit 2: Buildable Area

Exhibit 3: Preliminary Project Layout

Exhibit 4: Existing Zoning

Exhibit 5: Existing Infrastructure and AADT

Exhibit 6: Recreational, Biological, and Public Lands

Exhibit 7: Land Use/Land Cover

Exhibit 8: Soil Resources

Exhibit 9: Water Resources

Appendices

Appendix A: Completeness Checklist

Appendix B: Project Schedule, Costs, and Future Expansion (PUBLIC DOCUMENTS)

Appendix C: Agency Correspondence

Appendix D: Landowner List

Appendix E: Proximity of Residences to Project Area

Appendix F: Agricultural Impact Mitigation Plan (AIMP)

Appendix G: Vegetation Management Plan (VMP)

Appendix H: Decommissioning Plan

Appendix I: Phase I Literature Review and Cultural Resource Survey (PUBLIC DOCUMENTS)

Appendix J: MNDNR Natural Heritage Information and USFWS IPaC Results

Appendix K: Soil Map Units and Characteristics