Bristol Zoning Commission to hold public hearing on proposed data center restrictions

News ClipThe Bristol Edition·Bristol, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County, CT·8/17/2026

The Bristol City Council and Zoning Commission are considering a text amendment to remove language allowing large data centers (15,001 – 250,000 sq ft) in the city. A public hearing on this proposed zoning change is scheduled for August 20. This action reflects the city's active review of development policies impacting data centers.

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Bristol Mayor's column highlights significant municipal activity, including a crucial development regarding data centers. Following discussions at a recent City Council meeting, Councilman Mark Dickau and the Mayor attended a Zoning Commission meeting on August 10. They advocated for a text amendment to remove existing language that would permit data centers ranging from 15,001 to 250,000 square feet within the city.

The Zoning Commission has scheduled a public hearing on this proposed amendment, to be held via Zoom at 5 p.m. on August 20. This indicates a proactive move by city officials to review and potentially restrict data center development parameters in Bristol, Connecticut. The decision on this amendment will impact future large-scale data center projects in the area.