City of Vancouver WA Data Center Zoning Standards (2024)
Vancouver, WA · Vancouver WA Mun. Code title 20, Data Center Standards (2024)
City of Vancouver WA zoning amendments adding development standards for data centers including setbacks, noise limits, and water/energy disclosure.
Technical detail
Vancouver WA Title 20 zoning amendments add data center standards including minimum setbacks from residential zones, exterior noise limits at the property line, mechanical-equipment screening, conditional-use review above defined acreage thresholds, and water- and electricity-use disclosure to City Public Works.
Who is protected: Vancouver WA residents near data center sites
Who must comply: Data center developers and operators
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Vancouver, WA |
|---|---|
| Level | City / local |
| Status | In effect |
| Protection strength | Moderate protection |
| Effective date | 2024-10-01 |
| Enacted | 2024-09-16 |
| Citation | Vancouver WA Mun. Code title 20, Data Center Standards (2024) |
| Enforced by | Vancouver WA Community Development Department |
| Topics | data-center siting and energy |
| Last verified | 2026-06-17 |
| Official source | City of Vancouver WA — Data Center Zoning Standards ↗ |
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