Washington County adopts 12-month moratorium on large data centers

Aug 5, 2026

The Board of Commissioners voted to impose a 12-month moratorium on commercial and large-scale data-center development to allow study of zoning, environmental, utility and public concerns. The resolution directs the Planning Commission to draft ordinance amendments and remains in effect up to 12 months or until replaced.

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Washington County commissioners on a voice vote adopted a one-year moratorium on commercial and large-scale data-center development intended to give planners time to study environmental, economic and utility impacts.

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