Hernando County adopts 365‑day moratorium on hyperscale data centers

Jun 23, 2026

The Board of County Commissioners voted 4–0 on June 23 to impose a 365‑day moratorium on processing applications for hyperscale data centers while staff studies comp‑plan and land‑development rule changes to address water, power and noise impacts.

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Hernando County’s Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously on June 23 to adopt a 365‑day moratorium on processing applications for hyperscale data centers, directing staff to study whether the county’s comprehensive plan and land‑development regulations need changes to protect local resources.

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