At a public hearing on the Fort Spunky (Pacifico) concept plan, residents voiced strong opposition to a proposed power/data campus near the Brazos River, citing groundwater depletion, noise from turbines and data‑center fans, lack of fire suppression information for battery energy storage systems, wetlands, and traffic. Developer and power‑partner representatives answered questions but no final vote was recorded.

The board agreed to include a drafted data-center definition in the zoning articles for the upcoming town meeting and discussed adding quantitative noise limits, recycled-water language, peer review and treating data centers by special permit in industrial districts; members also discussed temporarily restricting uses until criteria are finalized.

On first reading the Temple City Council approved a comprehensive-plan amendment and a rezoning to permit light industrial uses and a planned light‑industrial development (PDLI) for a roughly 260‑acre site; staff included setbacks, landscaping, photometrics and post‑construction acoustical testing as conditions and cited P&Z’s 8–0 recommendation.

Greenville County’s Roads, Infrastructure and Public Works Committee paused consideration of proposed car-wash facility standards after the owner of Sonic Sitz and residents raised objections about a proposed 1,000-foot setback, recurring testing costs and potential retroactive compliance. Staff will post decibel readings; the committee set a follow-up meeting in February.

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 2 approved second reading of Ordinance No. 25‑07 establishing a DC (data center) zoning district after multiple residents warned the ordinance’s 70 dB property‑line noise allowance and potential water and power impacts could harm nearby households; the board pressed ahead citing contractual and regulatory constraints.

After extended public comment over noise, water and fiscal risk, commissioners approved the second reading of ordinance 25-07 to establish a Data Center (DC) zoning district and supplemental requirements, including a 70-decibel noise threshold and limits on onsite well drilling.

The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a first reading of Ordinance No. 25‑07 to create a data‑center (DC) zoning classification that includes noise, setback and well restrictions; residents raised concerns about a 70‑decibel limit, water use and long‑term enforcement.

The commission approved a conditional use permit to allow an accessory-use restaurant at Twin Rocks Estate Winery, and granted a zoning clearance for event allowances (up to 208 agricultural promotional events and 12 special events annually) subject to noise, parking and attendance conditions; the commission revised condition 3 to limit foodservice

The Zoning Board of Adjustment agreed to continue Special Use Permit 25‑16 for Montana Knapp’s proposed event space at 304 East Broadway and asked the applicant to provide projected attendance, a tentative schedule and plans for outdoor restrooms. Several neighbors spoke in opposition, and staff noted Butte‑Silver Bow has no municipal noise‑ordinan

At a Linn County Planning and Zoning workshop, commissioners and staff reviewed a draft zoning ordinance for battery energy storage systems (BESS), focusing on noise limits, setback distances, site footprint limits, environmental assessment and emergency-response requirements; no formal vote was taken.

Douglas County assesses $5,000 in fines for noise complaints and delayed responses from VHR owner.

Council members unanimously back noise control measures to ensure consistent enforcement and training.

City expands noise ordinance to address vehicle noise and establish clear enforcement procedures.

Council discusses enforcing noise limits and final plat checklist for development approval.

Council votes to restore 15 acres of native vegetation at Fairview Park.

Commission addresses neighborhood noise and light issues amid McDonald's expansion plans.

Owner highlights music's role in business viability amid noise regulation concerns.

Council discusses balancing noise regulations with restaurant entertainment licenses for community harmony.

Council schedules a workshop for October to discuss tree placement and community input.

Council discusses recent emergency well repairs and upcoming project approvals during meeting.

Neighbors seek intervention for noise issues caused by gun range activities.

Resident urges enforcement of North Forsyth noise ordinances to maintain community peace

Council discusses modifying ordinances to address rooster noise and related animal regulations.

Council members explore revisions to lighting and noise regulations for residential areas.

Commissioners reschedule dairy truck permit discussions to facilitate neighbor communication by October 8.