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Agriculture News
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Agriculture News
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Agriculture News
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Agriculture News
September 08, 2025•4 min read
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September 05, 2025•6 min read
Discover what happens when you sign a solar lease how land use may change, what access you retain, farming possibilities during the lease, and how your land is restored when the agreement ends. ...more
Landowner Info
September 02, 2025•6 min read
Discover the key features developers look for in utility‑scale solar sites flat, contiguous land; strong sunlight; grid access; favorable zoning; and financial viability so you can assess your land’s ... ...more
Landowner Info
September 02, 2025•5 min read
Learn what happens at the end of a solar lease, including the decommissioning process, land restoration steps, and your options to resume farming, renew your lease, or repurpose your land. ...more
Landowner Info
September 02, 2025•5 min read
Landowner Questions: What You Need to Know Before Leasing Your Land
Yes. A lease is not a sale. You retain full ownership of your land. Only the leased portion is temporarily used for the energy project, and the rest remains yours to use or sell.
Large-scale solar or wind projects typically require at least 300 acres of developable land. Smaller parcels (20–100 acres) may qualify if combined with neighboring properties or if the area supports smaller-scale distribution projects.
Key factors include:
Proximity to a high-voltage power line or substation (typically within 1–3 miles)
Flat or gently rolling terrain
Minimal slope, wetlands, or floodplain areas
100+ contiguous, usable acres
Favorable zoning or potential for rezoning
Yes—during the development phase (typically 2–5 years), most land remains usable for farming, grazing, or hunting. Once construction begins, access is restricted, and the land becomes an active project site.
Lease rates vary by location, infrastructure access, and market demand. In most cases, energy leases provide higher and more stable income than traditional farming or ranching.
nitial payments often begin during the development phase, before construction starts. Once the project is operational, payments increase to the full lease rate.
All agreements include termination clauses. If the project doesn’t proceed, your land reverts to full use and you retain any payments already made. Terms vary by contract and are discussed upfront.
Yes. All K2 Renew leases include decommissioning and land restoration clauses, requiring the developer to remove equipment and return the site to its original condition.
Yes. You can sell your land at any time. The lease agreement transfers with the property, and the new owner must honor the existing terms.
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