Planning commission tables data-center zoning text, asks staff for environmental expertise

Jun 18, 2026

After a 90-minute presentation on data centers from consultant Chris Lloyd, the Dickinson County Planning Commission voted to table TXT-2602 and directed staff to gather more information — including an industrial hygienist — on water use, noise and wastewater before drafting any zoning changes for data centers.

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The Dickinson County Planning Commission on a voice vote tabled consideration of TXT-2602, a proposed amendment to Article 21 of the county zoning regulations that would add provisions for data centers, and directed staff to gather additional environmental expertise.

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