# Zoning Board of Appeals recording 9-28-26_session 4

Peoria County Zoning Board of Appeals hearing, recorded as session 4 and dated October 6, 2026 in the provided metadata, focused on testimony about the potential effects of a wind turbine project on nearby property values. Board members and residents questioned an expert about the studies’ methods and findings, including whether visibility, rural population density, distance from turbines, market conditions, and impacts on lower-income residents were adequately considered. The witness said the research found no lasting effect on property values after wind projects begin operating, but had not studied transactions during construction or impacts from turbine failures or fires; the witness also lacked analysis of commercial or special-use properties.

The discussion also addressed why participating homes were excluded from some comparisons and how assessors’ observations were gathered. The transcript records no vote, contract award, budget decision, or other procurement action; no procurement activity was identified.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** October 06, 2026

### Sources
- [Zoning Board of Appeals recording 9-28-26_session 4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p50ZqVivz1U) - Peoria County Government