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Residents press council on data center noise, lights and buffers as West Innovation rezoning and code amendments move to second reading
Summary
Council introduced rezonings and a package of zoning code amendments for the West Innovation District and set second readings for April 7 after residents raised concerns about data‑center noise, lighting and buffers.
City planning staff introduced two linked items affecting the West Innovation District: (1) a proposed rezoning of nine parcels — about 370 acres total — into ID‑2 (Research Flex) and ID‑3 (Research Assembly) districts; and (2) a package of zoning code amendments to clarify the concept plan process, refine West Innovation District uses, amend temporary sign rules for special events, and update the property nuisance section.
Zach Hounshell, planning staff, told council the rezoning aligns with the recently adopted Envision Dublin community plan and the West Innovation District Special Area Plan. The rezoning covers nine parcels of roughly 370 acres (including two city‑owned parcels) and is intended to enable “flex innovation” uses along Cosbury Road and heavier industrial/assembly uses closer to the rail corridor. Planning & Zoning recommended approval; staff asked council to…
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