Wythe County Drafts First Land Use Ordinance | Roanoke News

Wythe County, Virginia’s last unzoned county, is taking a historic step forward with its first-ever land use ordinance—just dropped this past Tuesday. Sparked by booming data center projects like Solis Arx, the new draft protects farmland, requires special permits for tech facilities, and confines them to commercial zones. After decades of stalled efforts, community pressure has shifted attitudes—locals now see the need for guardrails as development reshapes the landscape. Residents are invited to voice opinions at a September 3rd community meeting, with officials seated at individual tables for direct dialogue—and materials online for those who can’t attend. This could be the start of a major shift in how Wythe County plans its future. 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/6394c9122b4fbba6