Board of Health can't block approved solar project
Kingston's Board of Health acknowledged it had no authority to block the already-approved Bishops Highway Solar Energy Project. Health Agent Joyce reported the town's new OpenGov permitting system should launch by November 1, with all paperwork due by December 1.
Board of Health · Meeting of October 6, 2026
Kingston's Board of Health acknowledged it had no authority to block the already-approved Bishops Highway Solar Energy Project. Health Agent Joyce reported the town's new OpenGov permitting system should launch by November 1, with all paperwork due by December 1. Two septic enforcement cases remained open, including one on Three Rivers where a resident was served by constable, and one on Elm Street involving an illegally converted well.
The board said it "can't impose anything that would stop the project" but may push for noise and lighting provisions in the Planning Board's upcoming solar and battery-storage siting rules, due for an October 27 vote. Members also discussed a proposed fine schedule of $100, $200 and $300 a day for repeat septic violations, pending confirmation on whether a public hearing is required.
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Source: the Board of Health meeting of October 6, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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