Data center use now needs permit
Town of SmithfieldNorth Carolina- Detected
- Sep 3, 2026
- 65 days ago
- Sector
- Legal & Compliance
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From the meeting
6, the Table of Permitted Uses and Activities. The amendment would change data centers in the Light Industrial and Heavy Industrial districts from by-right staff approval to a special use permit reviewed by Town Council. The board found the change consistent with the Town of Smithfield Comprehensive Growth Management Plan and other adopted plans.
The recommendation was approved by unanimous vote.
- Meeting date
- September 3, 2026
- Agency
- Town of Smithfield
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