Roane County adopts temporary moratorium on data centers, cryptocurrency mining and battery storage
Oct 20, 2026
Oct 20, 2026
The commission adopted Resolution 10-26-03 imposing a temporary moratorium on applications for data centers, cryptocurrency mining, battery storage and related energy systems amid concerns about infrastructure costs and fire-protection burdens on taxpayers.
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Roane County commissioners voted to adopt a temporary moratorium on acceptance, processing and approval of applications for data centers, cryptocurrency mining operations, battery storage facilities and battery energy storage systems.
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