New zoning code passes regarding data center placement
News ClipWSAZ·Ironton, Lawrence County, OH·5/15/2026
Ironton City Council in Ohio approved new zoning amendments for data center placement, mandating industrial zones and a 300-foot buffer from residential areas. Data centers will also be required to mitigate noise and follow Ohio EPA standards for water and sewage. An existing moratorium on data center development remains in effect for another 30 days until the new zoning rules become active.
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Gov: Ironton City Council, Ohio EPA
The Ironton City Council in Ohio convened on Thursday to address zoning requirements concerning data center placement. Council members approved new zoning amendments which mandate that data centers must be located within industrial zones and maintain a minimum distance of 300 feet from residential areas. Additionally, the new regulations require data centers to implement noise mitigation measures and comply with all Ohio EPA standards for water and sewage.
Councilmember Jacob Hock stated that clear guidelines were necessary to ensure responsible development and prevent potential issues from