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Board reviews draft data‑center zoning rules; staff tightens noise, generator and site‑assessment requirements
Summary
County planning staff updated a proposed zoning ordinance amendment for data centers and related power facilities, adding stricter noise measures, requirements to enclose or screen generators, and site‑assessment items tied to state code. The board heard a noise consultant’s input and set a follow‑up public hearing April 9.
Frederick County planning staff presented an updated draft zoning ordinance amendment March 26 that would add a data‑center definition, regulate power‑generation equipment and require additional site assessments for large server facilities. The board received consultant input and directed staff to hold a second public hearing April 9.
Why it matters: data centers can require large power inputs, generate noise from backup generators, and prompt transmission or distribution infrastructure changes; the draft amendment is an attempt to give the county clearer review authority and technical standards before…
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