OtherPendingGillespie County, Texas

Marshall Springs Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage System

Fredericksburg

Description

The council formally opposed this proposed solar farm and battery storage project in Gillespie County over fire, emergency services, groundwater and toxic chemical risks.

Impact summary

The opposition resolution goes to state legislators, the companies, and the Commissioners Court as the county process continues; a judge has already halted construction pending drainage compliance.

Applicant

Address: Gillespie County, Texas

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 1
Total mentions: 1

Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Jan 20, 2026

City Council - Jan 20, 2026

The council formally opposed this proposed solar farm and battery storage project in Gillespie County over fire, emergency services, groundwater and toxic chemical risks.

Related issues (1)

County Lawsuit Over Battery Storage and Solar Project

Councilmembers reported state legislators and the Governor increasingly agree the Hill Country isn't the right place for battery and solar facilities, following the upheld judgment against the Harper battery operation.

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