The Milford City Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct. 14, 2026, to discuss proposed Ordinance 06-2026, according to a notice published Oct. 2. The meeting aims to gather public comments regarding the regulation of data centers and related energy uses and facilities within Milford City.
According to the notice, the proposed ordinance seeks to define and regulate data centers, data center power plants, backup generators, energy storage facilities, and quasi-public energy storage facilities. Under the current proposal, data centers and data center power plants would be prohibited in all zoning districts within Milford City.
However, the ordinance would allow backup generators as permitted accessory uses, subject to applicable standards. Additionally, quasi-public energy storage facilities would be permitted as uses in the Industrial Park (IP) and Manufacturing (M) zoning districts, provided they meet specific standards for development, safety, environment, decommissioning, screening, and noise, as well as continuing compliance.
The public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, at the Milford City Administrative Office located at 26 South 100 West. The ordinance also includes provisions for establishing enforcement and penalties related to these uses.
A copy of the proposed ordinance is available for review at the Milford City Administrative Office during regular business hours.
The public is invited to attend the meeting to provide comments. To request assistance for reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals can contact the City Recorder at 435.387.2711 at least 24 hours before the meeting.
