Staff to propose Vernon ordinance regulating data centers; first reading scheduled
Aug 4, 2026
Aug 4, 2026
City staff told the council Washington County currently controls development under the county comprehensive plan; staff will draft Vernon-specific guidelines for data centers and has scheduled a first reading this month and a second reading in September after required notice.
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City staff reported that, because Vernon is incorporated into the county comprehensive plan and land-use code, Washington County currently controls development approvals, and the city must adopt a local ordinance to set specific limits or requirements for data centers.
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