Summary
Staff presented proposed zoning code amendments requiring special use permits in heavy industrial districts for data centers, featuring strict standards for noise, setbacks, landscaping, and utility usage.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential long-term economic development impacts tied to high-tech infrastructure investments.
Residents and property owners seeking protection from industrial noise, water depletion, and neighborhood disruption.
Prospective data center developers facing heightened regulatory hurdles and location restrictions.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council - Special — October 19, 2026
Staff presented proposed zoning code amendments requiring special use permits in heavy industrial districts for data centers, featuring strict standards for noise, setbacks, landscaping, and utility usage.
City Council - Executive Session — September 28, 2026
The city council discussed potential regulations for data centers and reviewed related legal matters in a closed session.
City of New Braunfels to amend land use ordinance in effort to deter data centers
City of New Braunfels to amend land use ordinance in effort to deter data centers Herald-Zeitung
City Council — August 24, 2026
Residents and council raised serious alarms over data centers consuming massive amounts of water and power while generating constant noise and pollution. The council directed staff to draft strict zoning changes and performance standards.
Texas city bans data center development amid public opposition
Texas city bans data center development amid public opposition Spectrum News
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