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Shelby County temporarily bars digital asset mining and data centers
Summary
Resolution No. 2026-16, adopted March 17, 2026, imposes a moratorium through July 1, 2027 on commercial digital asset mining and data centers in unincorporated Shelby County while the board explores approval requirements and protection measures for infrastructure and property rights.
The Shelby County Board of Supervisors on March 17 adopted Resolution No. 2026-16, imposing a temporary moratorium on commercial digital asset mining and data centers in unincorporated Shelby County. The resolution cites concern that such facilities "have the potential to create an excessive burden on the County’s infrastructure as well as nearby property owners," and directs staff to study approval requirements consistent with the county zoning ordinance.
The board approved the resolution unanimously (motion by Bryce Schaben; second by Mike Kolbe). The moratorium takes effect immediately and is set to end July 1, 2027, giving staff time to propose ordinance language to address infrastructure impacts and land-use compatibility.
