Fairfax County Data Center Zoning Ordinance Amendment
Fairfax County, VA · ZOA (Data Centers, 2024-09-10) (2024-09-10)
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- September 10, 2024
- Applies to
- Data center developers seeking approvals in Fairfax County
- Enforced by
- Fairfax County government / planning
Adds use-specific standards for data centers covering noise, building design, and proximity to residential uses; tightens permitted districts.
Who is protected: Fairfax County residents and ratepayers
Legal detail
Adds use-specific standards for data centers covering noise, building design, and proximity to residential uses; tightens permitted districts. Citation: ZOA (Data Centers, 2024-09-10).
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Fairfax County, VA |
|---|---|
| Level | County |
| Strength | Moderate |
| Enacted | September 10, 2024 |
| Citation | ZOA (Data Centers, 2024-09-10) (2024-09-10) |
| Topics | data-center siting and energy |
| Agency page | Fairfax County Data Center Zoning Ordinance Amendment — source |
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