Staff briefed the board on model ordinances implementing the state Cannabis Control Act; officials said the taxation component is straightforward, while zoning and civil‑use provisions require more local decisions and cannot be more restrictive than the state's setbacks.

Planning staff proposed drafting zoning language and a temporary moratorium (6–24 months, likely 12) to study and regulate data centers given concerns about water, electricity and land use. The Planning Board will hold a public hearing Nov. 17 and a community listening session Dec. 15.

The Common Council is scheduled on Nov. 4, 2026, to consider a local law that would impose a six‑month moratorium on commercial free‑standing solar photovoltaic systems and battery energy storage systems while the city studies zoning and safety rules. The draft includes relief provisions, a $250 filing fee, and penalties up to $1,000 per day.

Board will send a letter to county-registered short‑term rental hosts requesting documentation (host affidavit, listing, unit description, insurance) and recommends temporarily grandfathering registrations filed by 12/31/2026 while the village works with the county on long‑term policy.

The Millburn zoning board ruled the applicant must seek a D‑2 expansion variance for the Wyoming Club clubhouse renovation and approved the proposal subject to conditions limiting events, hours and rentals to address neighborhood concerns.

A staff report asks the Planning and Zoning Commission to review zoning, electrical demand, noise and revenue implications of data center facilities and to advise whether Title 16 should include new standards; the Board has already imposed a temporary moratorium through Feb. 20, 2027.

The Butler County Board is scheduled on Nov. 3 to consider Resolution 26‑40, a detailed set of zoning and operating rules for data centers that would limit where large projects can go, set setbacks and noise limits, require decommissioning financial assurance, and require extensive technical studies and community meetings for any Conditional Use Permit.

The commission recommended adding a definition for 'data center' and allowing the use by right in the I-1 district; commissioners asked questions about water use, available industrial land and downstream regulation, and a resident voiced concern about water resources.

Council Bill 2026-03, an interim zoning ordinance that would pause approvals of hyper-scale data centers while regulations are studied, is scheduled for the Nov. 4, 2026 Butte-Silver Bow Council meeting. Judiciary Committee recommended holding the bill in abeyance.

A citizen petition delivered to the city clerk asks the council to adopt zoning measures to limit the size and operational scope of future data centers and to bar a 'hyperscale AI factory' in city limits; the council accepted the petition but took no immediate action.

At an informational meeting, supervisors heard utilities, planners and industry representatives describe grid, water and land-use issues. The board referred consideration of a temporary moratorium to planning and zoning and asked staff to draft ordinance language for later public hearings.

Workshop speakers outlined three approaches to potential data-center projects — zoning ahead of proposals, blocking them or imposing a moratorium — and cited concerns about electric and water use, noise and pollution in other places.

The Deuel County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to consider Resolution No. 2026-0010 on Oct. 29, 2026, proposing revisions to Section 13 of the county's Planning & Zoning Regulations, which governs small and commercial wind energy systems; public comment will be taken before commissioners vote.

Applicants proposed rezoning 1885 Lower Iron Horse Loop to light industrial to enable a 32-unit AMPD (20 deed-restricted, 12 market-rate). The meeting focused on how the code counts affordable units (RUEs vs floor area); commissioners requested more analysis of calculations, TIS, access easements and retaining walls before a decision.

The Deuel County Board of Commissioners is scheduled on October 29, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. to consider Resolution No. 2026-0010 to revise Section 13 of the county zoning regulations, which the agenda says pertains to small and commercial wind energy conversion systems. No costs or implementation timeline are listed on the agenda.

Applicant representatives asked the Town Board to consolidate multiple zoning districts (PUD‑4, PUD‑8 and Recreation District) into a single PUD‑4 to allow master planning. Town staff described the Type I SEQRA review steps, referral to Sullivan County Planning under GML §239‑m, and potential for a subsequent Generic Environmental Impact Statement; no site plans were presented and the board took no action.

Several speakers, including farmers and long‑time residents, urged adoption of countywide zoning to protect agriculture, preserve rural character and create predictable rules for development.

A consultant briefed the Oktibbeha County Board on a draft Unified Development Ordinance that combines subdivision rules, building codes and countywide zoning; the board took the presentation under advisement and asked staff to prepare staffing and public-engagement options.

After a public hearing in which more than a dozen residents urged action, the Pierce County Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution 2026-21 pausing acceptance of Industrial Data Center applications for six months to allow research and education.

Councilmembers asked staff to return with resource information on classifying and zoning solar farms — including whether to create a distinct zoning designation — and cautioned about rezoning large acreages currently classified as agriculture; staff will bring guidance and options back to the committee.

County staff told residents Montana's Right to Compute Act (2025) requires regulations to meet a "compelling government interest" test, limiting outright bans while allowing narrowly tailored zoning for identifiable nuisances; staff urged working with the legislature and PSC.

The Butte‑Silver Bow Council of Commissioners is scheduled to consider Council Bill 2026‑03, an interim zoning ordinance that would impose a moratorium on hyperscale data centers and direct a study of regulations governing such uses. A Judiciary committee communication asks the County Attorney to prepare a temporary moratorium.

County staff told residents Montana's Right to Compute Act (2025) requires regulations to meet a "compelling government interest" test, limiting outright bans while allowing narrowly tailored zoning for identifiable nuisances; staff urged working with the legislature and PSC.

Jefferson County staff introduced zoning text amendments to define and regulate data centers; the commission discussed kilowatt and water thresholds for accessory, minor and major facilities and voted to recommend the amendment with staff‑noted refinements and follow‑up work.

The Board denied multiple appeals of zoning administrator‑approved commercial vacation rentals in the Del Monte Forest, adding a private‑road condition requiring resolution of access disputes with Pebble Beach Company before full operations. Neighbors testified that clustering and weak enforcement harm residential character.