Planning commission backs moratorium on data centers through mid‑2027
The commission voted to recommend a county moratorium on siting and permitting of data centers until June 30, 2027 (or until new county regulations are adopted), citing the need for updated placement and operations rules.
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The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the Knox County Commission adopt a moratorium on data centers through June 30, 2027 or until new regulations for placement and operation are adopted. The motion instructed the County Commission to pause approvals while staff and elected officials draft updated rules for siting and operations.
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