County planner urges proactive rules as data-center proposals rise

Jun 24, 2026

Matt briefed the Clay County Planning Commission on data-center types, local impacts (power, water, noise) and recommended creating ordinance standards and application requirements so the county can assess siting, water use, generator limits and phased expansion before projects arrive.

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The commission heard a wide-ranging presentation on data centers and their local impacts from Matt, who summarized the history, types and siting needs of the facilities and urged the county to prepare clear application requirements and standards.

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