Carter County Commission sets data center moratorium
News ClipJohnson City Press·Carter County, TN·8/19/2026
The Carter County Commission has approved a one-year moratorium on the creation of new data centers within the county. This decision followed discussions spurred by concerned citizens regarding data center development.
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The Carter County Commission voted to approve a year-long moratorium on the establishment of data centers across the county. The decision came after the commission heard testimony and concerns from several citizens. The moratorium will temporarily halt new data center developments while the county reviews potential impacts and regulations.