Renewable Energy

As a leading firm in the renewable energy industry, Underwood is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to clients involved in wind, solar, and other renewable energy projects.

Underwood’s Renewable Energy practice assists landowners, developers, and public entities with wind, solar, and hybrid projects in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains regions. We represent school districts, counties, hospital districts, water districts, and college districts throughout Texas. 

From the negotiation and drafting of leases and easements to curing title defects and addressing related real estate issues, we are equipped to handle a wide range of matters. Underwood also has a deep understanding of tax limitation and tax abatement agreements under Chapters 312 and 313 of the Texas Tax Code and can help clients navigate the complex rules and requirements of these programs.

Underwood understands that the success of renewable energy projects often depends on a variety of factors. That’s why we work closely with other professionals in the industry, including engineers, surveyors, ad valorem tax consultants, school finance specialists and environmental consultants, to ensure that our clients’ projects are properly planned and executed. Our clients appreciate our willingness to find solutions to issues that may arise during the project development process. 

Our Successes

Successfully processed hundreds of Chapter 313 School Value Limitation applications and agreements and handled four times as many Chapter 313 Agreements in 2022 as compared to any prior year. Many projects are being successfully developed and placed into operation.

Practice Group Leader

J. Lindsey Rusler

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Todd W. Boykin

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Bryan J. Guymon

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James Wester

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More about this Practice Area

Chapter 312 - Tax Abatements

Underwood’s vast experience in negotiating Chapter 312 agreements has led to the successful development and operation of numerous projects.

Chapter 313 Texas Economic Development Act Agreements

Underwood has a successful track record in representing clients in Chapter 313 School Value Limitation Agreements. Our clients have praised us for our responsiveness, professionalism, and expertise in the negotiation and drafting of these agreements.

Wind & Solar Energy

Underwood represents landowners and developers for wind, solar, and hybrid projects in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains. We offer legal services for all aspects of wind energy projects, including real estate issues such as leases, easements, and title defects.

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