Wythe County Planning Commission Public Hearing | October 26, 2026

The Wythe County Planning Commission held a public hearing on October 26, 2026, regarding a proposed county land-use classification ordinance and zoning map. Speakers expressed differing views on countywide zoning: supporters said it could protect agricultural land, guide growth, and give residents a voice, while opponents raised concerns about effects on property rights, property values, and whether community input had been adequately considered. Much of the discussion focused on data-center development and potential impacts on farmland, water supplies, energy use, the environment, and the county’s rural character; speakers also called for sustainability planning and safeguards. No procurement activity, contract award, or spending decision was identified. The commission indicated it would consider whether to recommend the draft ordinance to the Board of Supervisors at its next meeting; no substantive vote on the ordinance was reported at this hearing.