Hernando Board of Planning Commission Meeting | 04.14.2026

The Hernando Board of Planning Commission held a meeting on April 14, 2026, addressing several zoning and land use issues. Key procurement-related discussions included a variance request for an accessory building at 1139 Tara Drive, which was approved despite neighbor objections regarding setback violations and potential commercial use concerns. Another significant agenda item was a conditional use permit request for a liquor store at 1500 Highway 51 South, which was denied due to concerns about neighborhood character and market saturation. The commission also discussed proposed amendments to the city’s zoning ordinances, including regulations on neon signage for commercial businesses and the introduction of definitions and conditional use requirements for data centers in industrial zones (M1 and M2). The data center ordinance aims to address noise, water usage, and energy generation impacts, with plans for ongoing studies and conditional use reviews to protect community interests while allowing economic development. The commission emphasized the need for balanced regulations to invite business while safeguarding residents and infrastructure.