New Franklin proposes strict conditional-use rules for data centers

Aug 19, 2026

City staff proposed a conditional-use framework for data centers requiring impact studies (noise, utilities, water, traffic, environment, public safety), a technical review, public hearings, performance standards and decommissioning/escrow measures; a 1-mile distance rule and measurable standards were discussed.

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During the consolidated-code presentation, city staff singled out data centers as an emerging use that would be tightly regulated if the proposed code is adopted.

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