Proposed 200,000 sq ft vertical farm at 60 Artesia Road, Wellington
Summary
Neighbors say the 24/7 indoor vertical farm is really an industrial facility — pointing to 60+ megawatts of power demand, round-the-clock HVAC noise, unproven water supply, and impacts on more than 100 nearby properties worth over $50 million. The commission punted for up to 60 days so the applicant can supply the missing studies; staff says denial is on the table if that doesn't happen.
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Last discussed Mar 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Nearby residents argue more than $50 million in surrounding property values could be affected if the project proceeds or fails.
The applicant and any future vertical farming operation would gain agricultural-zoned land for a large-scale facility.
Residents of the quiet southwest corner of Smith Valley say they'd face 24/7 industrial noise, traffic, lighting, and possible home-value loss.
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