In effect
Limited protection
Smithfield, RI — Smithfield Town Council data center zoning ban ordinance
Smithfield, RI · Smithfield Town Council data center zoning ban ordinance
The Smithfield Town Council voted 4-1 to adopt a zoning amendment listing data centers as a 'not permitted' use in every zoning district, taking effect 30 days after the vote.
Technical detail
The Smithfield Town Council voted 4-1 to adopt a zoning amendment listing data centers as a 'not permitted' use in every zoning district, taking effect 30 days after the vote.
Who is protected: Local residents subject to the measure.
Who must comply: Local government / regulated operators.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Smithfield, RI |
|---|---|
| Level | City / local |
| Status | In effect |
| Protection strength | Limited protection |
| Effective date | 2026-05-05 |
| Citation | Smithfield Town Council data center zoning ban ordinance |
| Topics | data-center siting and energy |
| Last verified | 2026-07-01 |
| Official source | Proposed data center still looms over Smithfield, even after town council enacts ban - Ocean State Media ↗ |
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