Zoning hearing for proposed data center in Conshohocken kicks off in Plymouth Township
The Plymouth Township Zoning Hearing Board held its first hearing for a proposed data center at 900 Conshohocken Road, drawing significant community interest. The developer is seeking a special exception, but residents are concerned about energy use, pollution, water, and noise. The initial hearing focused on procedural matters.
The Plymouth Township Zoning Hearing Board conducted its initial hearing on June 25th for a proposed data center planned for the former steel plant at 900 Conshohocken Road in Plymouth Township. The high public interest necessitated holding the session at Colonial Middle School's auditorium.
The applicant, associated with developer Brian O’Neill, is seeking a special exception for the data center, asserting that its use is comparable to other permitted uses in the zoning district, such as warehouses and manufacturing facilities. However, residents have voiced concerns regarding the project's potential impact on energy consumption, pollution, water usage, and noise levels. The hearing's primary focus was on procedural matters, including establishing who would be recognized as parties to the case. This designation allows individuals who believe they are negatively impacted to question expert witnesses and potentially appeal future decisions by the zoning board in court.