Williamson County Planning Commission Meeting - November 12, 2026.

The Williamson County Planning Commission meeting on November 12, 2026, addressed development reviews and a proposed zoning framework for data centers. No procurement, contract awards, or purchasing decisions were identified. For the Terra Vista roads, drainage, and erosion-control bond update, the representative and staff reported progress on pond drainage and stabilization, with some cleanup, concrete work, and a mail-kiosk issue still outstanding. The commission agreed to revisit the matter at the annual review in April rather than take further action now. The commission also approved a final plat for a 39-lot development on Cox Road and adopted its 2027 meeting schedule, retaining the December meeting. A revised plat and related fire-access variance were presented; the transcript does not clearly capture the vote on that item.

Staff introduced, but did not seek action on, a proposed data-center zoning approach to return with specific standards at the next meeting. The framework would use a special-plan review involving the Planning Commission and County Commission, size-based categories, and potentially a new heavy-industrial district. Discussion focused on possible effects on power and water capacity, surrounding properties, noise, safety, infrastructure costs, and ongoing monitoring. No data center has been proposed in the county’s unincorporated area, according to staff. Item 34 was announced as withdrawn, and staff also noted the Arrington Village matter had been deferred by the County Commission to March 2027 for further study and public involvement.