Aug 18, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardBoard Of County Commissioners Commissioners Briefing
The board discussed potential land use regulations for data centers in the county. Key topics included a proposed temporary pause on accepting and processing new data center permit applications while permanent regulations are developed, the necessity of responsible siting to protect water, power, and utility rates, and a review of national best practices for data center ordinances. Staff outlined the proposed resolution which includes the temporary pause and the initiation of a formal zoning text amendment process to ensure public engagement through future hearings.