Monday, June 13, 2011

BP considering different turbines for Cape

BP Wind Energy's Cape Vincent Wind Farm is evaluating other turbines to use in the wind farm, new project manager Peter A. Gross told the Planning Board.

"The project continues to be attractive to BP," he said during the board's meeting last week. "The fundamentals of the project are still strong."

But other, newer turbine models could work better than the proposed GE 1.6-megawatt turbines. A change in model would require updates to the supplemental environmental impact statement, he said, which could take some time.

The board also heard a plan to expand Angel Rock Waterfront Cottages, 34311 Route 12E. Owners Daniel M. and Carol A. Thomas asked to erect 10 cottages on 3.9 acres they purchased adjacent to their lot, where there are 14 cottages.

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