Birmingham Council to consider ending public hearings for data centers

Birmingham approves data center ordinance, facing public's criticism

Residents packed the city council chamber urging revisions, while councillors said delaying action may allow existing facilities to expand unchecked.

Crowds Throng City Hall as Council Passes Data Center Rules

Roughly 300 people attended a public hearing on new data center regulations for Birmingham, with many of them seeking stricter limitations on the large developments. (Photo by Forrest Terrell) Your support helps us grow and sustain a newsroom for the City Built to Change the South. Donate today to help Birmingham stay informed. Roughly 300 people crowded City Hall on Tuesday for a contentious hearing as the Birmingham City Council debated and ap…

Birmingham City Council passes new regulations for data centers in heated meeting

Birmingham approved new regulations for data centers on Tuesday, with city leaders calling the addition to zoning policy among the strongest ordinances nationwide.

Birmingham City Council Approves Data Center Ordinance

The ordinance has drawn significant public interest, bringing supporters and opponents to City Hall to address council members before a decision is made. Reside

Birmingham Council to consider ending public hearings for data centers

A public hearing will be held during the Birmingham City Council meeting on Tuesday to discuss a proposed ordinance that could get rid of the public hearing process on hyperscale data centers in the city.

Birmingham City Council Votes 6-3 to Pass New Regulations for Data Centers

By Javacia Harris Bowser | The Birmingham Times The Birmingham City Council approved a comprehensive zoning ordinance on Tuesday to establish 20 protective conditions for hyperscale data centers. The guidelines will apply to any future data center projects or expansions. While city leaders say the ordinance positions Birmingham as a national leader in responsible data center regulation, many in attendance at Tuesday’s meeting said the guardrails…