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Greensville County considers tax on data-center equipment, effective Jan. 2027
Summary
County staff presented a proposed ordinance to tax computer equipment and peripherals used in data centers at $0.95 per $100 of assessed value, to take effect Jan. 1, 2027; staff said no existing local equipment would be taxed this year.
County staff asked the Board of Supervisors to consider an ordinance to tax computer equipment and peripherals used in data centers at $0.95 per $100 of assessed value, with an effective date of Jan. 1, 2027. Staff told the board that no local businesses would be taxed under the proposed rate this calendar year, making the later effective date administratively feasible.
The staff presentation framed the measure as a way to balance competitiveness with neighboring localities: the proposed rate would be lower than Emporia’s adopted rate but higher than rates in some surrounding counties. The board did not take final action on the ordinance at the meeting; staff asked the board to review the ordinance language and timing before a decision is scheduled.
