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Dubuque City Council has put a six-month pause on hyperscale data centers, giving time to assess their impact on community resources and regulations.

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Dubuque adopts six‑month moratorium on hyperscale data‑center land use to study utility and planning impacts
Council passed a temporary moratorium limiting applications and approvals for hyperscale data centers meeting specified size/ownership thresholds (server count threshold set at 5,000 or more, including collocated or distributed servers) while staff evaluates annexation, utility service, and comprehensive‑plan implications.
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September 25, 2026 at 9:58 AM
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Arcata City Council has placed a 45-day moratorium on new data center applications to assess their impact on public health and local resources.

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Arcata imposes 45‑day moratorium on data‑center land‑use applications
The council adopted an interim urgency ordinance (No. 15,94) imposing a 45‑day moratorium to study potential public‑health, water, energy and land‑use impacts of data centers and to develop local regulations under California Government Code 65858.
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September 24, 2026 at 1:31 AM
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Cecil County is taking a proactive step in shaping the future of digital infrastructure with a new four-tier zoning framework for data centers—but they need your input before it’s finalized!

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Cecil County staff outline four-tier zoning framework for data centers; council asked for feedback
County planning staff presented a four-tier land-use framework to address potential data centers — limiting principal facilities to M2 (Heavy Industrial), proposing tiered size thresholds and setbacks, and recommending on-site generation and public review at larger scales; staff said there are currently no pending applications.
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September 25, 2026 at 7:13 PM
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Zoning laws shape our communities, but what happens when state laws limit their power?

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Planning staff outlines zoning powers, 'grandfathering' and state limits at DeKalb hearing
Staff told DeKalb County residents that zoning regulates uses, setbacks and lot sizes but does not automatically stop lawfully established operations; staff cited a Tennessee supreme court ruling and the Right to Farm Act as key legal limits.
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September 21, 2026 at 6:01 AM
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A heated zoning debate in Cheatham County could change the future of residential areas as officials reject a couple's request to convert agricultural land for campsites.

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Cheatham County Commission denies Harder rezone request amid campsite zoning debate
Commission denies Harder zoning request due to concerns over residential campsite regulation.
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May 13, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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Ohio's Senate Bill 120 is shaking up the agricultural landscape by redefining land use for marijuana cultivation and energy facilities, raising crucial questions about the future of farming in the state.

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Ohio lawmakers redefine agricultural land use for marijuana and energy facilities
Lawmakers clarify definitions of agricultural land in marijuana and energy facility contexts.
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February 27, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Platte County just voted to require special-use permits for data centers, aiming to enhance local regulations and protect citizens—what does this mean for the future of tech in the area?

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Platte County requires special‑use permits for data centers, adopts short definition
After a public hearing with multiple speakers, the Platte County Planning and Zoning Commission voted to add data centers across commercial, industrial and RAM chapters and require special‑use permits; the board also accepted a concise, all‑purpose definition and clarified permitting for expansions and on‑site power.
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September 18, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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Residents of Wythe County are rallying against data centers threatening their farmland and water supplies, demanding stronger zoning regulations to protect their community's future.

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Residents Press Wythe County Supervisors for Zoning to Block Rural Data Centers
Residents packed public comment at the July 28 Wythe County Board of Supervisors meeting urging a countywide land‑use ordinance to restrict data centers on farmland, citing water use, power strain, and secrecy around developer agreements.
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July 29, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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Wythe County residents are demanding transparency and zoning changes to protect their land from data centers, with a staggering 246 out of 275 survey respondents in favor!

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Residents press Wythe County supervisors for zoning, transparency on data centers
Multiple residents urged Wythe County supervisors to adopt zoning to limit data centers and to disclose details about land transfers and past nondisclosure agreements; a county survey presented by residents showed 246 of 275 respondents favor zoning.
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August 16, 2026 at 8:52 AM
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Emery County has put a 180-day freeze on new conditional use permits to untangle conflicting ordinances, paving the way for clearer rules on solar projects and data centers.

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Commission adopts 180‑day moratorium on new level‑2 and level‑3 conditional use permits
The Emery County Commission on Sept. 15 adopted a temporary 180‑day moratorium on acceptance, processing and consideration of level‑2 and level‑3 conditional use permit applications to allow staff and planning and zoning to reconcile conflicting ordinances and draft clearer rules for solar projects, data centers and similar developments.
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September 18, 2026 at 9:55 AM
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Wythe County residents are rallying against proposed data centers, raising urgent concerns about environmental impacts and demanding transparency from their Board of Supervisors.

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Residents press supervisors over planned data centers as Fluidstack presents Progress Park project
Residents told the Wythe County Board of Supervisors they oppose hyperscale data centers and demanded safeguards on water, land use and transparency. Fluidstack’s representative described a closed‑loop cooling system, estimated daily water use 'equivalent of about seven homes' and the company secured a Board estoppel confirming Progress Park covenant compliance.
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June 20, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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Goshen's Town Board is grappling with a crucial decision: how to clearly define silos in their zoning laws after a controversial ruling sparked heated debate.

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After narrow ZBA ruling, Goshen board asks town attorney to draft clearer 'silo' definition
Following a three‑to‑two ZBA decision involving Solomon Ready Mix, the town attorney told the board the code's silo language is ambiguous; the board directed the town attorney to prepare a memo and draft local‑law language to clarify whether industrial silos should be allowed in the industrial zone.
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July 25, 2026 at 4:12 AM
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St. Mary’s County is shaking up zoning laws, proposing new rules for gas stations, vape shops, and discount stores that could change the landscape of local business!

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St. Mary’s County considers making gas stations, dollar‑style stores and vape shops conditional uses
County staff proposed text amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance that would create new use types for small‑box discount stores and vape shops and change how new fuel‑sale, discount and vape businesses are approved—shifting them from ‘permitted by right’ to conditional uses, prompting mixed reactions at the public hearing.
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July 16, 2026 at 2:28 AM
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Flagler County is taking action against the controversial 'Project Butterfly' landfill approval, citing serious health and environmental concerns from residents.

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Flagler County commissioners agree to appeal Bunnell special‑exception for proposed landfill
County staff and counsel advised that Flagler County qualifies as an aggrieved party; the board reached consensus to file an appeal of Bunnell's approval and said it would consider Chapter 164 dispute resolution if the city affirms the decision.
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September 15, 2026 at 6:09 AM
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Residents are outraged after tree-clearing at Brushy Brook threatens their homes, wildlife, and property values, sparking urgent calls for stronger local regulations.

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Residents decry Brushy Brook tree clearing after state inspectors find no violation
Town officials and residents clashed over clearing at the Brushy Brook property after the landowner rescinded a prior planning approval for 140 homes. The town solicitor says the Department of Environmental Management inspected the site on Sept. 2 and determined no enforcement action was warranted; residents demanded stronger local controls and a new soil‑erosion ordinance.
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September 10, 2026 at 4:29 PM
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A contentious debate unfolded over Act 247 reviews as members questioned zoning conflicts and state guidance, leaving a vital vote hanging in the balance.

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Act 247 reviews debated: zoning conflict flagged for BCPC 12374 and state data‑center guidance discussed
Members debated Act 247 reviews including BCPC 12374: one member presented materials asserting warehouses are permitted under municipal zoning while staff said a majority of the tract is in an FM (Farming and Mining) district that does not permit warehouse use; members also discussed state guidance on data centers and a governor's executive order about NPDES permits.
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September 10, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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Franklin County is grappling with how to regulate data centers amidst rising citizen concerns, but legal limitations may stall their efforts.

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Commission discusses data centers; staff recommends standards only for zoned areas and a public expert panel
Commissioners debated whether to move data-center rules earlier in the ordinance schedule. Staff warned that land-use standards for data centers cannot be imposed in unzoned areas under current Virginia law and recommended convening a public panel of experts to inform any proposed standards; the panel is tentatively planned for April.
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September 9, 2026 at 8:07 AM
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Munising commissioners are grappling with the potential impact of data centers on their landscape and local employment, raising critical questions about zoning and infrastructure before making any decisions.

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Munising commissioners debate potential data-center siting, flag power and land concerns
Commissioners discussed local inquiries about data centers, raising concerns about large land footprints, grid impacts and limited local employment; some urged exploring zoning or ordinance options before any proposals proceed.
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September 8, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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Manteca is taking a bold step towards safer neighborhoods by proposing new zoning standards for fueling stations that could reshape their future!

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Council introduces zoning standards to limit and review new fueling stations
Council introduced ZTA 26‑62 to add Chapter 17.98, require conditional use permits for new fueling stations, set a 300‑foot setback from single‑family parcels and a 500‑foot minimum separation between stations in many cases, and waived first reading 5‑0.
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September 8, 2026 at 12:54 PM
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Washington County's Board of Commissioners has chosen not to enact an immediate moratorium on large data centers, instead opting to address community concerns in a future resolution.

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Washington County board declines immediate moratorium on data centers, asks staff to draft resolution noting community concerns
After a staff briefing on land-use limits and the statutory moratorium process, the Board of Commissioners voted not to begin moratorium notice to the state and directed staff to draft a resolution and order that records community concerns and preserves future options.
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September 8, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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Dunn County is on the brink of a crucial decision as officials propose new rules for modular data centers, balancing innovation with community concerns.

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Dunn County committee continues work on modular data‑center rules after Hay River petition
Planning committee reviewed staff recommendations to treat modular data centers as a new land use with tiered limits, monitoring and decommissioning rules; committee agreed to continue drafting, hold further talks with the Town of Hay River and consider a small work group before any moratorium or public hearing.
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September 8, 2026 at 8:17 AM
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Osage County is taking a bold step to redefine its zoning laws, aiming to limit commercial data centers amid rising concerns over environmental impacts and local resources.

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Osage County considers zoning language to limit commercial data centers amid concerns about water, farmland and grid strain
Planning staff presented a proposed zoning amendment to define and restrict commercial data centers; commissioners and planners agreed to add formal 'whereas' findings reflecting public hearing input on environmental, infrastructure and land-use impacts before adopting the change.
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September 7, 2026 at 4:39 AM
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A local resident is raising eyebrows over the potential for a moratorium on a massive data center site, but legal experts say the town's hands are tied by county regulations.

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Resident asks whether Bristol can block data-center zoning; counsel says county controls land use
A resident asked whether the town could impose a moratorium on a 300‑plus acre parcel zoned for a data center; legal counsel said Bristol relies on Elkhart County’s unified development ordinance for land-use regulation and lacks authority to impose a local moratorium on that parcel.
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September 6, 2026 at 11:26 AM
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Pinellas County commissioners are grappling with the future of large data centers as concerns mount over potential legal risks and existing land codes.

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Pinellas commissioners weigh resolution over moratorium on data centers amid SB 180 concerns
Commissioners discussed whether to pursue a moratorium or a resolution to address residents' concerns about large data centers. County attorneys and planning staff warned a moratorium could be legally risky under SB 180 and recommended a resolution stating the board's intent because current code already prohibits primary-use data centers in unincorporated Pinellas.
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August 31, 2026 at 2:27 PM
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Highlands has hit pause on new data centers, sparking a critical study on land use regulations amid the state's rapid tech growth.

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Commissioners adopt temporary moratorium on data centers after public hearing
At a public hearing Aug. 20, the Highlands board adopted a temporary development moratorium ordinance on data centers and asked staff to study zoning, setbacks and permitting options before drafting regulating text.
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August 31, 2026 at 5:21 AM