Planning Commission Meeting - July 1, 2026

The City of Lancaster Planning Commission held a meeting on July 1, 2026, focusing on several land development and zoning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of waivers for tree removal and replanting associated with the Park City Center development, where the developer proposed removing 13 trees to plant 26 new ones elsewhere to address visibility issues with a digital billboard. The commission approved these waivers with some abstentions. Another major agenda item was the preliminary land development plan for a data center at 216 Greenfield Road. The developers presented updates on landscaping, stormwater management, and infrastructure improvements, including a green roof and bicycle accommodations. The commission conditionally approved the preliminary plan and a waiver allowing the developer to address remaining comments during the final plan phase, contingent on a developer agreement. Public comments raised concerns about the zoning classification of data centers as warehouses and environmental impacts, but the commission emphasized their role in reviewing ordinance compliance rather than use appropriateness. The meeting also included updates on ordinance amendments related to data centers and upcoming reviews of the East Lampeter comprehensive plan. A commissioner announced their resignation due to personal reasons, and the commission discussed recruitment efforts for new members.