Woodbury County enacts one-year data center moratorium

Woodbury County enacts one-year data center moratorium

News ClipSioux City Journal·Woodbury County, IA·6/27/2026

Woodbury County has approved a one-year moratorium on data centers. The article is a 'Speakout' asking for public opinion on this decision.

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Woodbury County has officially approved a one-year moratorium on data center development within its jurisdiction. The decision aims to temporarily halt new data center projects. The Sioux City Journal published a 'Speakout' inviting public comment and discussion regarding the county's action.