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Data Center Zoning Regulations

Summary

The board directed planning staff to study zoning regulations and potential bans on new data center construction in unincorporated areas to address energy and water demands.

At a glance

Total mentions
4
Last 30 days
4

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

Unincorporated county residents and local utility ratepayers who might otherwise bear the cost of grid and water infrastructure upgrades.

⚠️Who could be affected

Data center developers and technology firms seeking sites for infrastructure expansion.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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