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Proposed text amendment to the Zoning Ordinance for Data Centers

Smyth County Board/Planning staff · July 17, 2026

Smyth County staff hosted a public Q&A about a proposed zoning text amendment to allow hyperscale data centers by special use permit, outlining proposed setbacks, noise and water rules, monitoring, community meetings, and potential tax and job impacts.

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