Madison County Planning Board seeks 3-year moratorium on data centers

News ClipMadison County Record·Madison County, AR·8/12/2026

The Madison County Planning Board is set to ask the county's quorum court to enact a three-year moratorium on data center development. This action indicates a proactive measure by local government bodies regarding future data center projects.

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Gov: Madison County Planning Board, Madison County Quorum Court

The Madison County Planning Board in Arkansas is preparing to petition the county's quorum court to implement a three-year moratorium on data center construction. This request, if approved, would temporarily halt the development of new data centers within Madison County. The move by the Planning Board signals an intent to address potential concerns or manage future growth related to data center infrastructure in the region.