Front Royal Bans Data Centers | Washington DC News

Front Royal just took a bold step toward banning data centers—its Planning Commission voted to approve new zoning rules that explicitly forbid them in any industrial zones, while carefully distinguishing them from other tech businesses. This follows the Town Council’s earlier rejection of a permit-based approach, pushing commissioners to craft a clear, loophole-closing definition based on physical and operational traits—not just company names. While some commissioners worry about legal battles and the “infection” effect of data centers reshaping the town, the amendment includes narrow exceptions for internal IT, hospitals, and educational computing. It’s a high-stakes move aimed at preserving Front Royal’s character, even if it risks lawsuits. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d645dc32fbcf6953