Coppell planners require special-use review for data centers and crypto mining

Sep 18, 2026

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted unanimously to amend zoning code to require special-use permits for data centers and cryptocurrency-mining facilities and to add performance tripwires to capture high-power users. The change moves decisions to City Council through a public hearing process.

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The Coppell Planning & Zoning Commission on Sept. 17 approved a package of zoning text amendments that will require special-use permits (SUPs) for data centers and cryptocurrency-mining facilities in the Light Industrial district.

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