"The proposed zoning ordinance would amend Section 37 of the zoning code by setting parameters around data center development, requiring a discretionary special permit and capping facilities at either 20,000 square feet or five megawatts of capacity."
"We didn't want to see a standalone data center, because that kills any type of activation of the site,” said Everett Planning Director Matt Lattanzi, emphasizing the need for data centers to be integrated into larger developments."
"Projects would also be subject to Planning Board review for criteria pertaining to noise, water, electricity, and job creation, ensuring that any new development aligns with community standards."
Everett's Planning Board has endorsed a new zoning ordinance to restrict data centers in the Docklands Innovation District. This proposal aims to address rising concerns about the environmental and economic impacts of data centers. The ordinance requires data centers to obtain a special permit and limits their size to either 20,000 square feet or five megawatts. Additionally, data centers must be part of larger developments to prevent standalone facilities, which could hinder site activation. The ordinance will undergo two approvals by the City Council before implementation.
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