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Ord 21- 2026 Rezone Central Freeway & Airport Drive for Data Center Ordinance No. 21-2026 Ordinance rezoning 2100 & 2226 Airport Drive and 3601 Central Freeway (+/- 95.82 Acres of Land from the T. Currey Survey, Abstract 344 and +/- 21.11 Acres of Land from the R. Brown Survey, Abstract 522) from General Commercial (GC), Multi-Family Residential (MFR), and Light Industrial (LI) to a Planned Unit Development— Commercial Use (PUD-CU) zoning district to allow for the special use of a df center. WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission c ere proposed zoning change at its April 8, 2026, meeting and vote o mend approval of this request; and, 41%L 4 WHEREAS, the City Council has review---I tl s :qi ,t and has determined the herein described Zoning amendm ,it is , the ubli interest. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED L ' T' = CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT: 1 . 2100 & 2226 Airport Drive and 3 Central Freeway (95.82 Acres of the T. Currey, Abstract 344 & 21 .11 Acres o t . Brown Survey, Abstract 522) as depicted on the attached map incor . - in . ordinance as Attachment "1", is hereby rezoned from Ge ral I mmert 11 (GC) and Multi-Family Residential (MFR), and Light Industrial (L a -nn- nit Development— Commercial Use (PUD-CU)zoning distr. to allo t' .ecial use of a data center. 2. A conceptual pla oresen by a Proposed Airport Drive Planned Unit Development ommercia. ' Ise (PUD-CU) Development Regulations is herein incorporated as rt of this ..i.dinance as Attachment "2" and Site Plan as Attachment " S$ :v AND APPROVED this 5th day of May 2026. MAYOR ATTE.. . : City Clerk Attachment "1" ♦• MFR/ ' ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ � 1 1� '-NUNNELE I.: 1 Multi-Family 1 Residential 11 1 / / •m al __ 1 IP. RAMA DR �� � \ 4 - ,./A i/ - ' '.I. 1 ... \ ,,,,,,s, /1 / • —GENE DR- 7 4 / u /Residential • to ' arm: I 'Unit'Development Af' % 11# vim '*Light Industrial, � 1 �,� /� % to Planned Unit `m: General �� eneral CommerciaDevelopment Commercial i /'///////''/'/.i'ii � �, Ianned Unit:Development �9ip�o � wr 11— 1 SO Q -J \� '"P 2o f / _ 1 I � �, }'S A ? EVERGREEN DR--.....::a.,.;\.: 1 ,i1h 1.-.(1)Q , 1 i3 , /1,�QJ4-1 -- (/)_MooileHom- Residenti'l ��' 1 General 0 2 540 1 0fl0 Feet �-._.-__, . 11 Commercial R 26-13 Legend 2100 Airport Drive CJ Zoning Boundary Rezone Map C'••. 1 Subject Properties CITY OF WICHITA FALLS.PLANNING DIVISION MAP PRODUCED BY Cedric Hu A Rezone Areas DATE PRODUCED 24 February 2026 A Parcels Attachment "2" Proposed Airport Drive Planned Unit Development — Commercial Use (PUD-CU) Development Regulations SECTION 1. PURPOSE AND INTENT The purpose of this Planned Unit Development — Commercial Use (PUD-C is to: 1. Allow all uses and development standards permitted in - - erly. zoning district. 2. Provide for a Special Development Use for a D. - en 3. Ensure compatibility with surrounding develo• - 4. Establish performance standards addressi o Noise o Exterior lighting o Traffic access and circulation o Public infrastructure protectio ort Drive) o Parking Requirements o Landscaping Requireme 5. Provide flexibility in site I •ut • siste with the approved PUD Site Plan on file with the City. 6. Provide opportuni o allo, •r force housing during construction of the Special Developm- •. _ ' . Center SECTION 2. A' ' ICABIL A. The prope • t to this PUD is legally described as: 2 00 A • = +/- 95.82 acres of land from the T. Currey Survey, Abstract— 2226 - •o rive - +/- 20.18 acres of land from the R. Brown Survey, Abstract — 522 ' •01 tral Freeway - +/- .93 acres of land from the R. Brown Survey, Abstract B. The approved PUD Site Plan dated October 6, 2025 that is incorporated by reference and shall govern site layout, access, and development configuration. C. Except as specifically modified herein, the regulations of the underlying zoning district shall apply. SECTION 3. PERMITTED USES 3.1 Underlying Zoning Uses All uses permitted by right or by conditional use permit within the underlying zoning district are allowed, subject to all applicable development standards conditional use permit approval processes. The underlying zoning boundaries of Multi-Family Residential, General Commercial, and Light Industrial, shall govern the use allowances and geographic boundaries of the Airport Drive Planned Unit Development — Commercial Use. 3.2 Special Development Use — Data Center Facility A Data Center Facility shall be permitted as adopted with the master plan i orated into the Airport Drive Planned Unit Development — Commercial Use or a nd subject to the regulations contained herein. Definition— Data Center A Data Center is: A building or group of buildings used primarily for the housi• oce s , storage, management, and dissemination of digital data and infor .ti• pro computer systems, servers, and related equipment, including •rt • ical, electrical, cooling, backup power systems, and independent • er • era •a data center may include office space incidental to its operation but -II no clude ptocurrency mining operations as defined herein. Distinction— Cryptocurrency Operation A Cryptocurrency Operation is: A facility primarily engaged in blockchain tion, cryptocurrency mining, or digital token generation utilizing high-density in .pment for the principal purpose of cryptocurrency production. A Cryptocurrency Operation: • Is not considered . -.t• •r purposes of this PUD. • Is not permitted un•- is - . . ess expressly amended. SECTION 4. D LOPME REGULATIONS FOR DATA CENTER USE This Plan4d U De ••ment — Commercial Use (PUD-CU) establishes flexible development an ds f• . data center campus, recognizing such facilities as critical infras - i decialized site design, security, and operational considerations wh. -nsu co atibility with surrounding land uses. -ss othe m dified below, Data Center development shall comply with the Light Ins . ial (LI, istrict regulations of the City of Wichita Falls Zoning Ordinance. 1.1 B - A rea Standards The folio g standards shall apply consistent with the LI District: • Minimum lot area: As required by LI • Minimum lot width: As required by LI • Front yard setback: LI standards • Side yard setback: LI standards • Rear yard setback: LI standards • Maximum building height: LI standards • Lot coverage: LI standards Increased setbacks shall apply to shared property lines with existing residential uses as set forth in Section 4670 of the Zoning Ordinance. Section C shall be modified for the development of a data center and shall require a setback: • 40' minimum The increased setback may be reduced to 25' with approval of the r °tor of Development services, when mitigating measures such as screening are ap rove-' SECTION 5. ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 5.1 Noise Mitigation A. Mechanical equipment, cooling systems, gene' .._ . uf^ ,catif 1 and rooftop equipment shall be designed and installed to er .Are the folio, 'nr .standards are met at the adjacent use property line: dBA) Nighttime (0'3A) Residential 65 55 Commercial 70-75 60-65 Industrial 80-85 1-7t� B. Residential uses bey. - a, be regulated under commercial thresholds. C. Emergency operations, . erator ' ting (7 AM — 7 PM), and commissioning are exempt from li D. A licensed ac• ical engin_ r shall certify compliance prior to issuance of a Certificate of ' . - -ncy. Compliance may be achieved through walls, berms, enclosus, o ,rient. . 5.2 _ Li•, .n• A. exteri• .•h shall: • :e fully ielded and downward-directed. • -v- light trespass beyond property boundaries. • N. ceed 0.5 foot-candles at the property line. B. No flashing, strobe, or pulsating lighting is permitted. 5.3 Airport Drive Infrastructure Protection A. Prior to issuance of a building permit, the developer shall document the existing condition of Airport Drive adjacent to the project through: • Pavement condition index (PCI) assessment • Video documentation • Structural evaluation (if required by City Engineer) B. If construction-related damage occurs: • The developer shall repair Airport Drive to equal or better condition than existed prior to construction. • Repairs shall meet Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) stan . • Payment, a letter of credit, or some other financial mechanism can b a TxDOT in leu of the improvements. The payment amount shall be se D . C. Final acceptance of the project shall not occur until roadway resto yment is complete. v 5.4 Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) wI:%A. A Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) shall be submit and , ,proveu prior to: • Site plan approval • Building permit issuance B. The TIA shall: • Evaluate construction tr. ant ‘perati al traffic. • Identify recommended acc- •• • Determine necess --•way q •ro ements. • Analyze intersectio - - e (LOS). C. No access poi shall be p- ''tted except those approved through the TIA process and by TxDOT. 5.5 Screen!) a Aest `ics A. e is quipment, including rooftop equipment, shall be screened from public ight-of-w vie . B. -4nerator rds and cooling equipment shall be enclosed with: • A , _ening wall minimum 8 feet in height • Screening alternatives materials and locations, to include the use of landscaping along the perimeter, may be approved by the Director of Development Services. SECTION 6. PHASING Development may occur in phases consistent with the approved site plan. Each phase must: • Provide adequate parking • Provide required fire access • Maintain utility capacity SECTION 7. SITE PLAN MODIFICATIONS Minor site adjustments may be approved the Director of Development Services provided: • Building footprint shifts do not exceed 10% • No additional access points are created • No reduction in required setbacks occurs • Changes which may need to occur due to engineering conside, '+i, , u sign and review and aesthetic constraints Major amendments shall follow the amendment pror as Jut' ,iea . , Appendix B - Section 7500 —Amendment Procedure requiring PP. . and ty C inr , consideration. SECTION 8. PARKING REQUIREMENTS 1.1 Minimum Parking Ratio — Data Centb. ' se A. Off-street parking shall be provided . .o� qbOne (1) parking space per em e- rgest shift. B. The applicant shall su;. taffing plan at time of Site Plan approval identifying: • Total emplo s • Largest shif • Pha4d e loymt + projections (if applicable) C. P. - ca a ,nall be based on the maximum projected employment per se. • 'arking s. es all comply with all dimensional and paving standards of the Wichita s Zoni Ordinance unless otherwise modified herein. E. Pa '• r• ctions shall not be administratively approved unless supported by: • Approval of the Director of Development Services. 1.2 Construction Parking Temporary construction parking areas may be permitted during construction provided they: • Are stabilized to prevent dust and erosion. • Do not obstruct fire lanes. • Are removed upon completion of construction unless incorporated into final site plan. SECTION 9. LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS The City, in conjunction with Sheppard Air Force Base (SAFB), has adopted a Joint Land Use Study to reduce developmental impacts that could impede SAFB's operations. It is a priority to reduce and eliminate artificial bird habitats created through land d pment that pose potential Bird Air Strike Hazards to flight operations at SAFB. e .ng criteria shall be used when preparing a landscape plan compliant wit e ds pe Ordinance: • Canopy trees are to be limited to the permitter of the ck 'opment and never located under parking lot lighting. • There shall be no grouping of trees that would • a Fr • Plantings under parking lot lights shall be li r. d to • iduW nderstory trees or shrubs. SECTION 10. TEMPORARY WORKFORCE H ' ING 10.1 Purpose Temporary workforce housing may be • -d -`commodate construction or early operational workforce needs for e D. : Cen development. This provision is intended to pro fl- •ility • ring large-scale phased construction. 10.2 Permitted Housin e Temporary workforce ho • Recreation- ehicles (R.'s& • HUD-code m. factured hL using • Texas Dep. of Licensing and Regulations approved Industrialized Housing 4 Permanent r . e ures are not permitted under this section. 10.3 " - - A - -mporarn or , rce housing shall be limited to: • ' e c• .truction period for a primary structure with an active building permit. A • , i structure being a building used as a data center as defined herein, • Th- ousing may continue through each phase with the issuance of a new permit for a primary structure, • A period not exceeding three (3) months following issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, until extended through the permit issuance of a new primary structure, B. Extensions may be granted by the Director of Development Services. Appeals of the administrative decision shall be granted to the Planning & Zoning Commission. 10.4 Temporary Drives and Parking Areas A. Temporary internal drives and parking areas serving workforce housing: • May be constructed of compacted gravel, crushed limestone, or other all-weather surface. • Must provide adequate emergency access. • Must be approved by the Fire Marshal prior to occupancy. B. Fire lanes shall: • Meet minimum width and turning radius standards. • Remain unobstructed at all times. C. The Fire Marshal shall have authority to require additional impr' -,ments to ,nsure life safety compliance. 10.5 Utility Connections A. All temporary workforce housing units shall: • Be connected to utilities in complian e with all ap, ',:able City codes. • Comply with all Texas Commis on Envi. Jnmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations for water and wastewater .ce. B. If temporary sanitary facilities are ut ed: • They must comply with TC .,ewage Facility (OSSF) requirements, if applicable. • Portable sanitation . tie serviced by a licensed provider. C. Electrical corm .•ns shall: • Be i talle( .y a -nsed electrician. • Corn wi he N. .nal Electrical Code as adopted by the City. 10., _grkm, 1 • - • Maintenance A -mporary 'usi g areas shall be: • e- d from public rights-of-way where feasible. • . .ined in a clean and orderly condition. B. Failure to maintain the site may result in revocation of temporary housing approval. 10.7 Removal Requirement All temporary workforce housing, temporary drives, and associated facilities shall be removed: • Within ninety (90) days of expiration of the approved housing period. • The site shall be restored in accordance with the approved site plan. SECTION 11. UTILITY AND POWER INFRASTRUCTURE All substations, transformers, and backup power systems shall: • Comply with applicable NFPA and IBC standards as adopted by the City • Be screened from public view • Meet noise standards in Section 5 SECTION 12. COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER REGULATION', All development shall comply with: • International Building Code (as adopted) • Fire Code (as adopted) • Stormwater and drainage regulations • FAA height restrictions and City adopted Airpo, - Jning Regulations • TCEQ Attachment "3" _ ,; SERVI .C1,111:11.1H: CE YARD ,' ,... 4 IIO 4 an i ,2 SERVICE YARD , •„ , .L ____. . S :r. l =I SERVICE YARD !;, 1 %, tet,' ''' ' . .. - me �` —...�...—..—.•—•• •—..� fL,_ SERVICE YARD_!I 'A , I SERVICE YARD 1 I$ SERVICE Y, ,a . z .s., = 2LVL-1501100SF S32LVL-150.IN}OSF -''F- f�"' •` it +•• -I$ SERVICE YARD 'VICE YARD i a.. � � ALL J J- (_ t': 3. 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