Planning staff lays out draft data‑center rules and timeline, proposing overlay for largest projects

Sep 9, 2026

Planning staff presented draft zoning standards that define three data‑center classes (small accessory, mid‑size, hyperscale), propose size and power thresholds, setbacks from dwellings and schools, and require development agreements and benefit agreements for larger facilities; staff plans code language for October and a public hearing Nov. 18.

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Planning staff presented an initial draft of data‑center standards and a multi‑step process for adoption.

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