Fort Worth Hosting Open House on Data Center Regulations

The City of Fort Worth wants public feedback on a series of proposed amendments to the regulations related to data center development.

The city put the details of its upcoming open house on the subject in a Monday afternoon blog post.

According to the post, the event will take place on Tuesday, June 30, from 5-7 p.m., in City Council Lobby (100 Fort Worth Trail).

During the open house, attendees will visit topic-specific tables, ask questions, and speak directly with subject matter experts and city staff.

City departments and partner agencies will be on-hand at informational tables covering each major topic included in the proposed amendments and related areas of interest.

Staff presented a series of proposed amendments to City Council on June 2. The amendments include changes to zoning, noise, water, and economic development standards.

The recommendations are designed to use tools under the city's regulatory authority to protect nearby neighborhood and resources while ensuring the city can responsibly manage growth, maintain oversight, and capture any economic benefits.

Anyone unable to make the event can still fill out an online input survey.

The city's Zoning Commission is scheduled to take action on the proposed zoning amendments on July 8. If recommended for approval, the package will move forward to City Council for consideration.

City Council action on the full package is scheduled for Aug. 11.