Park County Commission Says Data Centers Not Imminent And Residents Are '100% No'
Park County, Wyoming, is overhauling its land-use regulations to proactively address potential data center development, despite no imminent proposals and overwhelming local opposition. Commissioners are proposing new requirements, including special-use permits and public hearings for heavy-load electrical users like data centers, to manage future growth and address infrastructure concerns.
Park County, Wyoming, is in the process of its first comprehensive overhaul of land-use regulations in over a decade, with a key focus on how to prepare for potential data center development. County commissioners, including Chairman Scott Steward and Commissioner Scott Mangold, acknowledge that no data center proposals are currently on the table and that Park County may not be an ideal location due to factors like a lack of transportation hubs and limited industrial zones.
Despite the perceived unsuitability, the commissioners are motivated by the industry's statewide expansion and strong public sentiment, with residents expressing