Pocono planning commission recommends data‑center zoning amendment for industrial district

Jul 13, 2026

The Pocono Township Planning Commission voted to recommend a zoning text amendment that confines data centers to the industrial district after public comment urging stronger review standards for battery storage, fire suppression and low‑frequency noise studies.

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The Pocono Township Planning Commission voted to recommend a zoning text amendment that would limit data centers to the township’s industrial district and send the proposal to the Board of Commissioners for final action.

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