County approves 12‑month moratorium on new data‑center applications after debate

Jun 22, 2026

The Santa Rosa County Board approved a 12‑month moratorium directing staff to craft moratorium language and schedule public hearings, citing concerns about water and power infrastructure; the motion passed 3–1 after public comment and legal clarification about state limits.

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The Santa Rosa County Board of County Commissioners voted to direct staff to develop a countywide 12‑month moratorium on applications, reviews and approvals for data‑center facilities and to schedule public hearings to consider the moratorium.

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