Goochland supervisors approve technology overlay district proposal along Henrico border
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After hours of public comment from over 80 speakers, Goochland's Board of Supervisors voted to approve the plan for a Technology Overlay District during a packed meeting Thursday night.
The approval of the Technology Overlay District (TOD) clears the way for businesses like data centers and nuclear reactor facilities to develop in the area surrounding Route 288. County leaders say the TOD would attract high-revenue business and establish better control of future developments.
The proposal includes parameters like noise regulations, height restrictions and buffer requirements for potential developers.
Despite the approval, it was clear how the majority of people in attendance felt about the TOD as applause erupted after each speaker. All of those who took to the microphone either called for the TOD to be taken off the table altogether or requested the approval be tabled until more amendments were made.
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