Perry County planners propose adding hyperscale data centers to "Picture Perry" list of regional developments

May 12, 2026

A Perry County planning work group said it will propose amendments to the Picture Perry comprehensive plan to designate hyperscale data centers as developments of regional impact and pursue a model ordinance to help municipalities regulate noise, stormwater, lighting and access.

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The Perry County planning work group said it will add hyperscale data centers to the county's Picture Perry comprehensive plan as a "development of regional impact and significance" and will pursue a model ordinance municipalities can adapt to address site impacts.

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