Denison takes proactive step on potential data centers
The Denison City Council has approved changes to its zoning rules, restricting future data centers to light and heavy industrial districts only. This proactive measure aims to establish parameters for data center locations before any development proposals are received, preventing rushed decisions under state-mandated timelines.
The Denison City Council in Texas recently approved significant amendments to the city's zoning regulations, specifically targeting the future development of data centers. Previously, data centers were permitted in several zoning districts without requiring special approval or public review of their potential impacts on nearby communities.
According to Mary Tate, director of development services, this proactive initiative was undertaken to establish clearer guidelines for data center locations. The newly approved proposal will limit the construction of future data centers exclusively to light industrial and heavy industrial districts.
City officials clarified that no developers have yet approached Denison with proposals for data center projects. However, the council emphasized the importance of having these regulations in place to provide a robust framework for city staff to guide development and ensure community input. This measure is intended to allow for thoughtful decision-making, avoiding the need to react under pressure to state-mandated zoning case timelines.