Data Center Ordinance
A records-based guide to New Kent County’s consideration of data-center and technology-development rules, meetings, source documents, and public discussion.
NEW OFFICIAL RECORD
Proposed Data Center Ordinance — September 29 BOS Work Session
This proposed ordinance is scheduled for discussion at the September 29, 2026 New Kent County Board of Supervisors work session. It has not been adopted. We encourage residents to read the proposal and supporting agenda materials for themselves.
Records-first approach: Use the official meeting portal, meeting video, citizen proposal, and supporting records together when reviewing this issue.
Citizen Proposal & Research
Citizen Proposal HubReview the proposed technology-development protections and organized supporting materials.Explore proposal →
4×4 Citizen BriefsStart with concise issue briefs designed for quick review.View briefs →
Source DocumentsGo directly to supporting public records and source material.View sources →
4×4 Citizen BriefsStart with concise issue briefs designed for quick review.View briefs →
Source DocumentsGo directly to supporting public records and source material.View sources →
Official Meetings & Timeline
Board of Supervisors Meeting PortalAccess official agendas, packets, minutes, and meeting information.Open official portal →
July 13, 2026 Meeting VideoData-center discussion was delayed near 7 minutes; the TOD proposal vote occurs near 54 minutes.Watch meeting →
Data Center TimelineFollow dated public actions and related developments.View timeline →
July 13, 2026 Meeting VideoData-center discussion was delayed near 7 minutes; the TOD proposal vote occurs near 54 minutes.Watch meeting →
Data Center TimelineFollow dated public actions and related developments.View timeline →
Additional Coverage
Questions Raised by the Record
- What standards will govern noise, water use, setbacks, energy demand, and emergency response?
- How will residents be notified and heard before future ordinance or project decisions?
- How can the public trace proposed language from discussion through final votes?
- What additional records are needed to document costs, commitments, and community impacts?
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