Sawyer County adopts 18-month moratorium on large data centers

Aug 20, 2026

The board approved an 18-month temporary moratorium on data centers and associated infrastructure to allow staff and supervisors time to review zoning rules and potential performance, setback, and permitting standards.

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The Sawyer County Board voted to adopt an 18-month temporary moratorium on the development of large data centers and associated infrastructure, giving staff time to review zoning and land-use regulations and propose standards for setbacks, permitting and performance.

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