Proposed zoning regs for data centers head to Smyth supervisors
The Smyth County Board of Supervisors is preparing to review proposed zoning regulations for data centers. A citizen recently addressed the board, asking members to commit to accountability if data center developments lead to negative outcomes in the county.
The Smyth County Board of Supervisors is slated to consider proposed zoning regulations specifically for data center developments. During a recent public forum, a citizen directly questioned members of the board regarding their stance on potential data center projects in the county.
The citizen, acknowledging both the benefits and drawbacks of data centers, asked the supervisors if they would personally endorse and take responsibility for such developments, particularly if unforeseen negative consequences were to arise within Smyth County.