Staff to brief commissioners on data-center rules; moratorium possible amid state preemption concerns

Sep 17, 2026

Planning staff will present current data-center regulations to the Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 5 and said commissioners could consider a moratorium if county rules are insufficient; board members noted state action could preempt local standards.

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Planning staff told the board there is active interest in data centers and that commissioners have asked for a briefing on the county’s current regulations and options.

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