Fulton County commissioners approve data center moratorium
News ClipWSBT·Fulton County, IN·3/2/2026
The Fulton County Commissioners voted 2-1 to approve a one-year moratorium on any future data center projects in the county, effective immediately. This gives county leaders time to research the issue further, as many residents have expressed concerns and a desire to see data centers banned completely. While the moratorium ultimately passed, one commissioner voted against it, citing potential financial benefits of bringing data centers to the county.
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Gov: Fulton County Board of Supervisors, Fulton County Council
Fulton County commissioners have approved a one-year moratorium on new data center projects, citing the need for further research and review of zoning laws. The decision was not unanimous, with Commissioner Dave Sommers voting against the measure, arguing for the potential financial benefits of data centers. Commissioner Bryan Lewis, who voted in favor, said a full year is necessary to allow the county time to develop an ordinance that works for everyone. The Area Planning Commission will now work to put together a committee and make changes to the zoning ordinance, but county leaders say the work has just begun in terms of researching data centers.