Clark County Board Approves Limited Permit for Moonshine Solar Project

Article Summary: The Clark County Board granted a limited building permit for specific infrastructure related to the Moonshine Solar project while discussing upcoming changes to state regulations.
Moonshine Solar Permit Key Points:

• The approved permit is limited strictly to the switchyard pad and access road.

• Legal counsel indicated that state laws regarding solar projects are expected to change in June 2026.

• Current county ordinances will likely require modification to align with pending state legislation.

The Clark County Board on Friday, Dec. 19, unanimously approved a resolution granting a limited building permit for the Moonshine Solar project, specifically authorizing construction of a switchyard pad and an access road.

Andy Keyt, representing the law firm Heyl Royster, presented the request to the board. Keyt emphasized the restricted nature of the approval, noting that “it does not cover anything else on the project” beyond the specified infrastructure. He informed the board that several additional steps must occur before a full building permit can be issued for the wider project.

During the discussion, Board Chairman Rex Goble inquired about the timeline for new state laws governing such projects to take effect. Keyt indicated that changes are likely to occur in June 2026, though he noted that the Governor has not yet signed the legislation.

Keyt also advised the board that Clark County’s current ordinances would eventually need modification to comply with the anticipated state-level changes. Following the discussion, Board Member Mike Parsons made the motion to approve the resolution, seconded by Board Member Brandon Burkybile. The motion passed with a unanimous vote from all members present.