What wind farm design includes
Building a wind power plant, whether a single turbine for a farm or a multi-turbine wind farm, starts with a thorough site analysis. We prepare a wind-resource study, check compliance with planning documents, and produce the technical documentation needed for the next stages — from location conditions to the main project.
For larger projects, the documentation also includes an environmental impact assessment, an opinion from the transmission or distribution system operator on connection possibilities, and an investment feasibility estimate.
Legal framework and the energy permit
For solar power plants and wind farms of 1 MW installed capacity or more, the law requires an energy permit, which is submitted together with the building permit application and is one of the conditions for its issuance. The energy permit is issued by the competent ministry, within a statutory deadline of 30 days from a duly filed application, provided all criteria prescribed by the Energy Act are met.
The entire procedure — location conditions, building permit, work notification and occupancy permit — is carried out through the unified procedure system, electronically.
Location and land
Wind turbines can be built on privately owned agricultural land, provided ownership or lease of the plot is settled beforehand. The Planning and Construction Act allows certain exceptions from the general rules on forming a building plot for this type of facility, which makes starting a project more accessible than often assumed.
The most significant wind potential in Serbia is recorded in Southern Banat, but this doesn't rule out smaller projects elsewhere — each site is assessed individually, based on measured or modelled wind data.
Grid connection
Before entering a more serious investment phase, we check the available connection capacity with the relevant operator and the indicative terms from a connection study. This step is critical, as it directly affects the timeline and feasibility of the whole project, especially for larger wind farms.
Who this service is for
- Investors considering a medium- or large-scale wind farm.
- Farms with large plots interested in a single wind turbine.
- Businesses wanting to secure part of their own energy production from wind.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an energy permit for a wind turbine?
An energy permit is mandatory for power plants of 1 MW installed capacity or more. Smaller plants generally do not require one, but other technical documentation and approvals from relevant authorities are still needed.
Can a wind farm be built on agricultural land?
Yes, provided ownership or lease of the land is settled and all necessary approvals are obtained in line with planning documents and the Planning and Construction Act.
How long does it take to obtain an energy permit?
The statutory deadline for issuing an energy permit is 30 days from a duly filed application, provided all prescribed criteria are met. The overall project timeline also depends on the other stages of the unified procedure.