Madison County board approves 12‑month moratorium on data centers after public outcry

Sep 3, 2026

After a public hearing with multiple residents warning of water, light and land impacts, the Madison County Board of Supervisors voted to adopt a 12‑month moratorium on data centers and waived second and third readings so zoning can draft an ordinance.

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The Madison County Board of Supervisors voted to impose a 12‑month moratorium on new data centers, following a public hearing in which several residents urged the board to halt development while environmental and zoning impacts are studied.

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