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Planning commission opens review of cryptocurrency and data‑center regulations; staff to research model ordinances

5753575 · August 28, 2025
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Commissioners instructed staff to research model ordinances after a proposal to consider rules for cryptocurrency mining and data centers, citing potential local impacts on land use and electricity demand.

Bradley County planning commissioners discussed whether to pursue countywide standards for cryptocurrency mining and data centers and directed planning staff to research model ordinances and best practices.

County planner Bentley told the commission that the City of Cleveland has adopted a cryptocurrency ordinance and that the planning office has found no comparable regulations in Southeastern Tennessee’s zoning…

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