Data center deferral extension: Carroll County public hearing

Deadline

Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST

Hearing: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 9:00 AM EST

What it does

Extends the current temporary deferral on data center approvals by one year while the county considers permanent rules, including a possible ban in all zoning districts and limits on smaller edge facilities.

Who it affects

Data center developers, landowners with sites near power and fiber, nearby residents, and county planning staff.

Supporters say

County planning staff cited concerns about energy demand, water use, noise and health effects, and recommended extending the deferral.

Critics say

Arguments still being gathered

More background

The Board of County Commissioners holds a public hearing Nov. 5, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. on a one-year extension of the county's temporary deferral on data centers, which now runs through Feb. 19, 2027. On Oct. 8 the Board also voted unanimously to have staff draft code changes to prohibit data centers in all zoning districts, with a separate hearing to come.

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