Council advances data center rules
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The Council passed second reading of new zoning standards for data centers and a temporary moratorium on new data center permits, then moved both items forward as substituted bills.
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The Council took major action on how data centers will be regulated in Nashville and Davidson County. It approved new zoning language that adds data center-specific rules and also approved a temporary pause on accepting, processing, approving, or issuing new data center zoning, building, or grading permits. The meeting also advanced several housing and zoning changes, including multiple rezonings and affordable housing grant amendments.
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- Approved new zoning standards adding data center uses, definitions, and conditions after substitution.
- Approved a temporary moratorium on new data center permits after substitution.
- Approved a resolution exempting Vibes Bar & Lounge from beer-permit distance rules.
- Confirmed appointments to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, Central Business Improvement District Board, and Tourism and Convention Commission.
- Deferred, withdrew, or referred multiple zoning bills, including several housing-related rezoning requests.
- Approved amendments to affordable housing grant contracts and a $233,900 appropriation for youth opioid-harm-reduction education.
- Approved a Memorandum of Understanding to formalize dedicated law enforcement services in the public transit system.
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