Staff outlines new floodplain maps and accelerated schedule for data-center regulations
Planning staff briefed the board on draft floodplain maps (dated 03/06/2026) that will be available for public comment and said adoption of updated FEMA maps is likely in about a year to 18 months; staff also presented draft data-center regulations and a schedule of joint work sessions and hearings beginning June 23 and running through August 4.
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Staff updated the Planning and Zoning Board on two countywide items: revised floodplain mapping and a new draft of data-center regulations. Staff said the Kansas Department of Agriculture has produced draft regulatory floodplain maps dated 03/06/2026 based on newer 2-D hydraulic modeling, and that Butler County has publicized those drafts, held two open houses and invited property owners to submit supporting documentation. "So the draft maps dated 03/06/2026 are out and stakeholders can make comments or suggestions," staff said.
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