Data center zoning ordinance underway
Sioux City's Planning and Zoning Commission held an informational session on data centers and possible zoning regulations. The city plans to draft an amendment because its current zoning ordinance does not classify data centers as a land use, with public input incorporated before the draft is presented to the commission.
Sioux City's Planning and Zoning Commission discussed how data centers could be regulated under the city's zoning code. Officials noted that the existing ordinance does not include data centers as a land-use category, prompting plans to develop a specific ordinance or amendment.
Residents and other members of the public were invited to share their views after the informational session. A commissioner said the goal is to examine the issue in detail, gather public input and ensure the city does not overlook important considerations before presenting a draft amendment to the commission on Oct. 27.