Whitley County adopts temporary moratorium on data centers

Sep 8, 2026

The Whitley County Commissioners approved Ordinance 2026-10, a temporary moratorium on data center development (26-W-ZOA-1), by a 3-0 vote Sept. 8, 2026; Chair Robert Schuman explained the reasons for the measure before the unanimous approval.

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The Whitley County Commissioners voted 3-0 on Sept. 8 to approve Ordinance 2026-10, enacting a temporary moratorium on data center development under agenda item 26-W-ZOA-1. Commissioner Theresa Baysinger moved to approve the ordinance; Commissioner Stacey Petrovas seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

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