Data storage centers in the BWI/Fort Meade Growth Area shall comply with all of the following requirements.
(1) The facility shall be located on a lot or contiguous lots that total at least 25 acres.
(2) The facility shall comply with all applicable bulk regulations for the zoning district in which the facility is located, except that the bulk regulations contained in the following chart shall be met:
Minimum Setbacks for Principal Structures: | |
Front lot line | 50 feet |
Side lot line | 30 feet |
Rear lot line | 30 feet |
Freeway | 100 feet |
Divided principal arterial road | 60 feet |
Any other public road or right-of-way | 50 feet |
(3) A variance may not be granted that reduces the minimum setback requirements specified in subsection (2).
(4) The lot or contiguous lots on which the data center is located may not include residential dwelling units.
(5) Outside storage is permitted as an accessory use, provided no more than 15% of the total allowed lot coverage is used for outside storage.
(6) The lot or contiguous lots comprising the facility shall be located in the BWI/Fort Meade Growth Area, as shown on the official map adopted by the County Council entitled “BWI/Fort Meade Growth Area, 2016”.
(Bill No. 90-20; Bill No. 2-21; Bill No. 81-22; Bill No. 15-23)