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Nelson County draft adds adaptive‑reuse incentives and tightens proposed data‑center rules
Summary
Consultants proposed an adaptive‑reuse path with density bonuses and a new 'resort' SUP category; draft data‑center standards call for larger viewshed analysis, greater setbacks, utility approval and annual noise testing to limit impacts.
Berkley Group consultant Cecile Gaines told the joint session that the draft ordinance adds an adaptive‑reuse pathway to encourage redevelopment of existing structures. The rules would require retention and substantial reuse of original buildings, allow up to 40% additions to original floor area, permit accessory buildings if compatible, and offer incentives including keeping nonconformities and providing up to a 60% additional building…
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