Google Secures Permit for Data Center Grading in Botetourt County, VA
Google has obtained a Land Disturbance Permit for a data center campus in Botetourt County, enabling phased grading on a 312-acre site. The project will adhere to environmental regulations overseen by the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality, with measures in place to protect local wetlands and manage stormwater runoff.
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Google has received a Land Disturbance Permit from Botetourt County, allowing phased grading on its 312-acre data center site at the Botetourt Center at Greenfield. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality will monitor additional environmental permits required for the project.
Key stipulations include no disturbance of wetlands, with temporary wetland access using dry support bridges, and stringent erosion and sediment control measures. Site preparation will involve intermittent blasting, regulated by the Virginia State Fire Marshal's Office, with construction noise limited to specific hours. The Botetourt County Sheriff's Office will enforce noise ordinances, while Google will conduct sound monitoring throughout the project.
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