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Residents of Des Moines County are rallying for strict rules on a massive data center project, demanding limits on water use, noise, and community benefits to protect their homes.

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Des Moines County residents urge strict rules for proposed data center
Multiple residents urged the county to enforce strict permit conditions for a proposed West Burlington data center, citing water use, noise, tax exemptions and community benefits; commenters recommended closed‑loop cooling, decibel limits and a binding community‑benefit payment.
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September 25, 2026 at 4:20 PM
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Residents of Granbury are demanding a 1,000-foot buffer for data campuses, but local officials warn that state regulations could limit their efforts.

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Residents press Granbury council for 1,000-foot buffer; officials cite state preemption
Neighbors urged a 1,000-foot setback and special-use permitting for data campuses; council and staff warned that a TCEQ standard permit and recent Texas legislation can limit local regulation and could trigger takings claims.
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September 18, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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Peachtree City is making it easier for event organizers to serve alcohol at public gatherings, but you need to know the crucial steps to stay compliant!

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Peachtree City outlines public alcohol event licensing process and requirements
Peachtree City details steps for public alcohol event licensing and city council hearings.
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May 24, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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Boone County is on the brink of a new era for property rights as the Board discusses a groundbreaking ordinance for short-term vacation rentals on five-acre lots!

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Zoning Board approves short-term vacation rental permits for 5-acre properties
Zoning Board details new ordinance allowing permitted short-term rentals on larger properties.
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May 18, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Town officials are navigating the complex state permitting process, emphasizing that while they have a voice, the ultimate power lies with ORES.

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Town explains limits: ORES controls permitting; board will draft local law and consider moratorium timing
Town officials said the project is in a state pre-application process and that ORES (state regulator) ultimately decides permits. The board is drafting a local law to address setbacks, road use and emergency services and cautioned that an early moratorium might limit future options.
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September 10, 2026 at 7:58 AM
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St. Mary's County has just taken a major step in regulating electronic gaming devices, ensuring transparency and accountability with a new permitting system!

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St. Mary's County adopts local permit regime for electronic gaming devices
The county adopted a resolution directing the county attorney's office to administer permits for certain electronic gaming devices, establishing annual reporting, serial-number tracking, and a statutory five-device limit per location; commissioners voted unanimously to adopt the rules.
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September 17, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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A proposed amendment could grant consumers the right to purchase natural gas, but will it come at the cost of local regulations and accountability?

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Committee hears concerns about constitutional right to buy and sell natural gas; opponents seek stronger Blue Book wording
Staff presented Amendment 82, which would add a constitutional right to buy and sell natural gas. Industry and opposition witnesses urged clarifications on terms, local preemption risk, and economic costs; a committee amendment to change opponent language was defeated 11–7.
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September 4, 2026 at 11:42 PM
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The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission just got a crucial briefing on the impact of data centers, revealing how their size and energy demands could shape the future of local communities.

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Ann Arbor planning commission hears primer on data centers; local levers emphasized
At an Aug. 25 work session, Dr. Sarah Mills briefed the Ann Arbor City Planning Commission on data-center types, infrastructure needs and local regulatory tools; commissioners asked about energy, water, taxes and decommissioning but took no votes.
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August 28, 2026 at 3:57 AM
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The proposed data center in Jay is on hold, leaving residents questioning the town's lack of local regulations for large developments and pushing for stronger controls.

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Select Board: data center work is on hold; town lacks site‑review rules
Staff told the board the previously discussed data center project is on hold; the town has no site‑review or zoning rules to require local permitting for large-scale developments, which is why residents are pushing for stronger local controls or ballot action.
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August 26, 2026 at 10:23 AM
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Explore the ins and outs of securing planning permission for a garage conversion, including local regulations and a PD checklist. 👉 plansmadeeasy.org/planning-per...

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Planning permission garage conversion guide showing a UK home with attached garage, local council rules and permitted development checklist.
August 22, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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The Washington County Board of Supervisors has taken a strong stand, unanimously voting to oppose any elk releases that could establish a herd in the region!

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Board unanimously adopts resolution opposing any elk releases that would establish a herd in Washington County
After drafting edits to tighten language, the Washington County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution (7-0) opposing releases that would establish an elk population in Washington County and opposing the proposed regulatory change affecting elk hunting in 31 counties west of the Blue Ridge; staff will send the resolution to regional legislators.
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August 22, 2026 at 12:04 AM
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Lakewood is on the brink of transforming its cannabis landscape with new local rules for retailers and producers — but what will this mean for the community?

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Lakewood staff present draft local cannabis rules; commission to hold public hearing Aug. 5
Staff outlined draft Lakewood Municipal Code amendments to allow state-licensed cannabis retailers, producers, processors and testing labs under local conditions (zoning, buffers, operational standards); no decision was made and an Aug. 5 public hearing is scheduled.
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August 2, 2026 at 5:58 AM
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San Miguel County just took a historic step by adopting new regulations for state-licensed natural medicine businesses, paving the way for healing centers and cultivation sites in specific zones!

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San Miguel County approves local rules for state-licensed "natural medicine" businesses
After a staff presentation and a supportive statement from the sheriff, the Board adopted amendments to add section 5-31 to the land use code and approved Resolution 2026-28 to regulate healing centers, cultivation, testing and manufacturing under state licensing and local administrator- or SUP-based review in specified commercial and light-industrial zones.
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July 15, 2026 at 10:29 PM
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Castle Rock's council just hit pause on drone delivery ports for six months, sparking a debate over noise, privacy, and local authority!

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Castle Rock council orders six‑month moratorium on retail drone delivery ports while staff drafts rules
After a staff briefing on drone retail delivery logistics and land‑use questions, council directed staff to draft ordinance language and placed a six‑month moratorium on drone port land‑use applications, citing noise, privacy and safety concerns and limited local authority over airspace.
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July 9, 2026 at 12:18 AM
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New Florida laws are shaking up Okaloosa County's affordable housing, tech usage, and airport operations—are you ready for the changes?

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County staff outlines new Florida laws that will change local permitting, affordable housing and airport procedures
County staff briefed commissioners on several new state laws that will affect local permitting and county operations, including the Live Local affordable housing act, the TikTok ban for public‑employer devices, a Local Ordinances Act requiring business impact statements, and rules affecting commercial‑service airport contracts.
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February 21, 2026 at 7:46 PM
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Cooper City is cracking down on property maintenance violations, with fines looming for non-compliant owners—are you up to code?

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Broward Code Enforcement Issues Violations for Property at 9495 Sheridan Street
Inspector Reali reports ongoing maintenance violations at BMS Cooper City property.
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October 6, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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Deltona residents are grappling with code compliance issues as a recent hearing reveals troubling permit delays and outdoor storage violations.

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Deltona Code Compliance Officer Addresses Outdoor Storage Violations at Multilink Entertainment LLC
Deltona officials discuss permit issues and corrective actions for outdoor storage violations.
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September 27, 2025 at 11:52 PM
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Sarasota's latest Code Compliance Hearing revealed staggering fines, including a $13,400 penalty for an unlicensed vehicle, as the city cracks down on property violations!

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Sarasota City Council Imposes Fines on Property Violations and Sets Hearing Dates
Sarasota officials impose fines for code violations and set next hearing for October 9.
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August 22, 2025 at 12:05 PM
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Local business owners are raising alarms over new boat sale regulations that could threaten their livelihoods and spark a debate about community input on infrastructure changes.

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Community Discusses Lake Grass Control and Cell Tower Concerns in Local Meeting
Residents address lake treatment updates and cell tower regulations during community meeting.
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August 7, 2025 at 10:28 AM
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Significant code enforcement violations in North Miami have led to hefty fines and strict compliance deadlines for property owners.

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City Magistrate Rules Against Property Owners Over Violations and Fines
Magistrate finds code violations exist and imposes fines for non-compliance.
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August 1, 2025 at 7:03 AM
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North Miami officials are taking a stand against the surge of smoke shops, drafting new regulations that could reshape local neighborhoods.

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City Council Addresses Smoke Shop Proliferation in Overlay District Ordinance
Council discusses ordinance defining and prohibiting smoke shops in specific areas.
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August 1, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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A Deltona property owner faces a staggering $5,225 in fines for failing to meet city regulations, with daily penalties still piling up!

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Property Owner Faces $5,225 Fine for Non-Compliance with City Order
Property owner misses compliance deadline, accruing $25 daily fines for 209 days.
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July 31, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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Deltona city officials are cracking down on unpermitted renovations at a local Circle K, giving the owner 90 days to comply or face daily fines!

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City Requests 90 Days to Rectify Permit Violations at Circle K Location
City officials seek compliance for unpermitted oven installation at Circle K within 90 days.
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July 31, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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Nassau County's Development Review Committee is making waves with key decisions that could reshape the future of local infrastructure and community growth!

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Yulee Development Board tables variance requests for Spring Hill Road and Church of 11 22
Yulee Development Board postpones decisions on Spring Hill Road variance and church project.
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July 2, 2025 at 6:18 AM
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A $1,400 fine has been imposed on property owners in Loxahatchee Groves for failing to remove their RVs, reinforcing the town's commitment to enforcing code compliance.

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Judge assesses $1400 fine for ongoing RV violations in town case
Judge finds respondents in violation of RV regulations and imposes $1400 continuing fine.
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June 19, 2025 at 12:26 PM