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.

Goochland residents oppose data center, nuclear reactor proposal

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