Commission extends interim development control on data centers for 90 days amid technical review and public comment
May 6, 2026
The Sedgwick County Commission approved a 90-day extension of the interim development control on data centers while staff continues technical review; commissioners emphasized the need for subject-matter expertise and public engagement and signaled the extension may be revisited as needed.
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Deputy County Counselor Kirk Sponse recommended a second extension of the ARAM development control on data centers so staff can continue detailed review of DAS/data-center materials, consult experts, and collect public input. The board discussed whether 90 days is sufficient and emphasized the need to avoid an overly long moratorium while allowing staff time to craft sensible regulations.
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