Planning commission reviews draft data-center ordinance; commissioners press staff on power, water and noise safeguards City staff presented a draft data-center zoning ordinance for discussion; commissioners raised questions about on-site power generation, water and sewer capacity, moratorium limits and the need for measurable noise or decibel standards. Staff expects a public hearing in April and council introduction in May.

City staff unveiled a crucial draft data-center zoning ordinance, sparking intense discussions on power, water, and noise safeguards ahead of a public hearing in April.

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Lehi council rejects 219‑unit CHU concept plan, citing infrastructure and floodplain concerns The Lehi City Council denied a concept plan for a 219‑unit redevelopment of the CHU property, saying the proposal exceeded the area's planned density, relied on infrastructure not yet demonstrated feasible, and encroached on FEMA 100‑year floodplain areas. Council asked applicants to revise clustering and mitigation before resubmission.

The Lehi City Council has shot down a controversial 219-unit redevelopment plan due to serious concerns over infrastructure and floodplain risks.

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Commissioners adopt 10-year 'Treasured Tomorrow' economic development plan with directed edits The board voted to adopt a 10-year Indian River County economic development strategic action plan, "Treasured Tomorrow," after consultants and staff presented the plan. Commissioners directed edits and clarifications on incentives, urban service boundary wording, workforce housing cross-references, and SWOT language before the final document is distributed.

Indian River County just unveiled a bold 10-year economic development plan, "Treasured Tomorrow," aimed at boosting local industries and creating jobs—are you ready to see what’s in store?

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Senate narrows bill on data-center siting to commercial/industrial zoning; floor amendment requiring energy/water review fails Lawmakers adopted a committee amendment to allow data centers by right in commercial and industrial zones and subject them to local land-use rules. A proposed floor amendment to require state-level energy and water impact reviews failed; the committee amendment passed by roll-call vote (16–8).

New Hampshire's Senate has sparked a heated debate over data center zoning, raising critical concerns about community protections and infrastructure impacts.

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Safety Harbor staff and developer press for phasing, capacity studies in waterfront master-plan review City planners and multiple departments reviewed a major modification to a waterfront master plan (Permit P2025-033). Staff said the submittal lacked clear phasing and asked for capacity studies for traffic, water, sewer, and stormwater, plus floodplain and tree-protection details. The developer said engineering analyses and follow-up technicalmeet-

Safety Harbor's waterfront master plan faces delays as city staff demand crucial studies and clearer phasing from developers before moving forward.

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Montana legislature updates water supply regulations for proposed subdivisions Legislators approve requirements for municipal water and sewer connections to new subdivisions.

Montana's new House Bill 629 aims to revolutionize how subdivisions connect to municipal water and sewer systems, paving the way for responsible growth amid rising environmental concerns.

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