Judge halts Silfab Solar lawsuit in Fort Mill amid zoning dispute

A South Carolina judge has issued a stay in a lawsuit involving Silfab Solar's controversial manufacturing plant in Fort Mill, pending the resolution of a separate case between the company and local zoning officials.The Jan. 29 ruling comes in a lawsuit filed by the Citizens Alliance for Government Integrity and Fort Mill residents against Silfab. The plaintiffs argue the development poses environmental and safety risks to nearby properties and schools.The case has drawn increased scrutiny after York County officials approved a permit for the Canada-based solar panel manufacturer, despite initially denying it. Residents say the approval came without public notice.Read more: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/silfab-solar-lawsuit-fort-mill-zoning-dispute/275-0ad9507e-f99a-46ed-9957-9b2c398a8162 WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte.  SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeartAll of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.