Pre-RFPInformation TechnologyDetected Jul 1, 2026

The July 1, 2026 Clarksville Plan Commission agenda includes ZO-26-0003, proposed changes to Division 150, 55, 75, and 95 of the zoning ordinance specifically addressing data centers, with Town staff presenting. Updating zoning for data centers suggests the Town anticipates, or is actively attracting, data center or similar high-technology infrastructure projects and needs a regulatory framework for siting, design, and operations. No specific project or vendor is named, but the policy move is a precursor to data center site selection, development, and associated infrastructure investments.For vendors, this is an early indicator that Clarksville may soon host new data center developments requiring land acquisition, power and fiber upgrades, cooling systems, physical security, and IT infrastructure services. Consultants in land-use, site selection, environmental review, and engineering, as well as technology vendors and construction teams focused on mission-critical facilities, can position themselves by engaging with planning staff and understanding the draft standards and the Town’s strategy for data center recruitment.

The proposal targets multiple divisions of the zoning code, indicating a comprehensive approach to data center regulation rather than a single-site issue.

Town of ClarksvilleOrdinance updates to regulate data centers in Clarksville

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