The Citrus County Board of Commissioners voted to implement a temporary moratorium on data center projects, giving the county time to gather more information on the impact of these centers.
The moratorium, which was approved on a 4-1 vote, will remain in effect for six months. Commissioner
During the public hearing, several residents expressed concerns about the potential impact of data centers on the county’s infrastructure, traffic, and housing. Some also raised concerns about the industry’s effect on homelessness in the area.
The county has seen a surge in data center proposals in recent months, with several large projects already under construction. The moratorium is intended to give the county time to develop new land use regulations and zoning codes that address the unique needs of the data center industry.
Originally reported by Citrus County Chronicle – Crystal River
