The Forest Park, Georgia City Council is scheduled to consider a text amendment establishing permanent data center zoning regulations during its Regular Session on November 16, 2026, according to the published agenda.
The agenda item, listed as Case #TA-2026-04, proposes amending Title 8, Chapter 8 of the city code to add data center regulations and related provisions for the Gillem District. The item is presented under “Council Consideration and Approval” and originates from the city’s Planning and Community Development department, according to the agenda.
According to the agenda’s background and history section, the city adopted a temporary measure on August 31, 2026, though the published agenda excerpt does not specify the full content or duration of that earlier action.
For residents, the matter is significant because it would set permanent zoning rules governing where and how data centers may be developed within Forest Park, including specific provisions tied to the Gillem District, according to the agenda.
- Meeting: Forest Park City Council Regular Session
- Date: November 16, 2026
- Agenda Item: XI. Case #TA-2026-04, Text Amendment to Title 8, Chapter 8 – Zoning
- Subject: Establishing Data Center Regulations and Related Gillem District Provisions
- Sponsoring Department: Planning and Community Development
- Background: City adopted a temporary measure on August 31, 2026, per the agenda
The text amendment is scheduled to come before the full council for consideration and a vote at the November 16 session, according to the published agenda. The agenda does not indicate the outcome of any prior public hearings or committee reviews related to this case.
Residents seeking more information or wishing to comment on the proposed ordinance can attend the November 16, 2026 Regular Session of the Forest Park City Council. The full agenda and related documents are available through the city’s CivicClerk portal.
Official source: the published record