Piedmont once again delays decision on zoning for major data center project
The Piedmont City Council in Oklahoma has repeatedly delayed a decision on zoning for the Open Sky data center project. Residents continue to express strong opposition despite developer Cloverleaf making concessions on noise, a natural gas plant, and water wells. The most recent vote postponed the discussion to October 26th due to a council member's absence.
The Piedmont City Council in Oklahoma has once again postponed its decision regarding the zoning of land for a major data center project known as Open Sky. This marks several delays since June 1st, when the Planning and Commission initially recommended delaying the 630-acre zoning request. Subsequent deferrals occurred on July 27th, August 24th, and September 17th, with the latest postponement pushing the discussion to October 26th.
The council cited the absence of Ward Three Council Member Rob Jones as the reason for the most recent delay, stating a desire to give him a chance to vote and properly consider all statements. Residents have consistently expressed strong opposition to the data center plans throughout these meetings.
Despite the ongoing opposition, the parent company, Cloverleaf, has made concessions. They promised to limit noise levels from the facility to 60 decibels during the day and 50 decibels at night. Additionally, Cloverleaf agreed to remove plans for a natural gas plant and pledged to drill water wells on the property near Frisco and Moffat Roads. However, residents continue to advocate for "peace and quiet and tranquility and healthy living."