Smyth planners recommend proposed data center regs go back to committee

Smyth planners recommend proposed data center regs go back to committee

News ClipSWVA Today·Smyth County, VA·7/30/2026

Smyth County's Planning Commission decided to send proposed zoning regulations for data centers back to the committee that originally developed them. Assistant County Administrator Clegg Williams has been discussing these regulations with citizens.

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Gov: Smyth County Planning Commission, Smyth County Administration

The Smyth County Planning Commission recently voted to return proposed zoning regulations for data centers to the committee responsible for their initial drafting.

Assistant County Administrator Clegg Williams has been engaging with local citizens to discuss the implications of these potential new rules, indicating an ongoing community dialogue around data center development in the county.