Public objects as county recommends zoning changes to define data centers; commission clarifies recommendation

Jan 20, 2026

Carbon County staff recommended zoning-overlay language to define and regulate data centers; a resident objected strongly, and one commissioner sought language changes so the county recommendation would not be read as approval of any particular data center project.

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County planning staff presented draft zoning overlay amendments intended to define data centers and accessory uses — including backup power generation and cooling infrastructure — and to set performance standards on noise, traffic and energy use. Staff recommended approval of the ordinance language as a means to manage data-center siting and impacts.

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