Franklin County residents remain concerned about data centers after Project Flash
Franklin County residents continue opposing data center development after Project Flash was rejected. Residents are concerned about noise, property values and the county’s lack of zoning restrictions, while county supervisors say no new proposals are currently under consideration.
Opposition to data center development remains active in Franklin County, Virginia, despite the rejection of Project Flash. Resident and real estate agent Penny Hodges cited potential noise, vibration and property-value impacts, while Franklin County Community Coalition Vice Chair Christine Sizemore called for stronger development guidelines.
Board of Supervisors Chair Lorie Smith said the county has no active data center proposals, but Supervisor Dan Quinn opposed bringing currently unzoned areas under additional zoning controls. Residents nevertheless plan to continue pressing officials for safeguards before another proposal emerges.