Commission extends temporary moratorium on data centers 90 days while drafting ordinance
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
The Board voted unanimously to extend the existing data center moratorium through Nov. 21, 2026, to give staff time to draft an ordinance addressing the county27s concerns; County Administrator John Gorton said staff is close to a draft but not yet ready for legal review.
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County Administrator John Gorton asked the Board to extend the current moratorium on data center development, which was due to expire Aug. 23, so staff could complete and present a draft ordinance addressing the County27s identified concerns.
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