Data center rules shift to SUP
City of PetersburgVirginia- Detected
- Nov 5, 2026
- 1 day ago
- Sector
- Legal & Compliance
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From the meeting
On November 5, 2026, the Planning Commission approved a text amendment that would reclassify data centers from by-right to special use in the M-1 and M-2 districts. The amendment requires a community meeting, a site assessment for new applications or modifications, and application materials for automatic conditions and review. Staff noted four data centers were already present in the city, including developments on Jamestown Drive, Wagner Road, Collier Yard, and County Drive.
- Meeting date
- November 5, 2026
- Agency
- City of Petersburg
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