Data Center Study Committee to Hold First Meeting August 27th
The Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee is holding its first meeting to review existing ordinances and potential new regulations concerning data centers. The committee will examine topics such as zoning districts, setbacks, noise, lighting, and environmental impacts. Meetings are open to the public and will be held bi-weekly.
The Walker County Data Center Development Standards Study Committee is scheduled to hold its inaugural meeting on Thursday, August 27, at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring, Georgia.
The committee's primary objective is to undertake a comprehensive review of the County’s Code of Ordinances pertaining to data centers. This review will cover various aspects, including permissible zoning districts, setback requirements, buffer zones, noise and lighting regulations, environmental impact considerations, and overall compatibility with surrounding land uses. The committee also intends to assess other potential regulations relevant to data center development.
Following the initial gathering, regular meetings of the committee are planned to occur every other Thursday at 3:00 p.m. at the same Civic Center location. All meetings are open to public attendance, indicating a transparent process for community engagement on data center development standards.