Wicomico County officials are considering changes to local solar farm regulations following the passage of a Maryland law that limits certain zoning restrictions on renewable energy development.

Community members are raising concerns about the potential loss of historic and archaeological resources as construction moves forward on a large-scale solar farm near Smyrna.

A proposed solar farm in Clayton is moving forward after Kent County Levy Court approved the project earlier this week, despite strong opposition from nearby residents.

The Sussex County Council considered various ordinances concerning potential solar farm development at todays meeting. One potential array has received backlash regarding it's proximity to The Ridings at Rehoboth neighborhood in Lewes.