Franklin Park advances draft overlay to channel data‑center siting into conditional‑use process

Feb 12, 2026

Council and planning staff reviewed a draft overlay ordinance to manage potential data‑center siting by using a limited Oil & Gas overlay and a conditional‑use process; staff said the draft is intended to protect residents while allowing applicants to meet infrastructure and buffering standards.

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Franklin Park planning staff presented a draft overlay ordinance aimed at regulating data‑center development and guiding where such facilities could be sited in the borough.

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