Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee - June 23, 2026

The City of St. Louis Housing, Urban Development and Zoning Committee met on June 23, 2026, to discuss several key legislative items related to community development corporations (CDCs) and data center regulations. The committee reviewed Board Bill 41, which establishes a formal definition and certification process for CDCs, aiming to create a sustainable funding pipeline and prioritize certified CDCs for city grants, loans, and contracts. Amendments were adopted to clarify funding preferences and require annual reporting on the certification process. The committee also heard extensive public testimony and staff presentations on Board Bill 49, which proposes zoning regulations for data centers, categorizing them by size and power usage, and includes provisions on setbacks, noise, energy use, and environmental impact. The discussion highlighted concerns about community consent, environmental effects, economic development, and the impact on existing data centers. The committee deferred final action on data center regulations to allow further amendments and public input. The meeting concluded with the passage of Board Bill 41 as amended and plans for continued deliberation on data center legislation.