Forsyth commissioners one step closer to 6-month data center moratorium
Forsyth County commissioners are considering a six-month moratorium on data center development. County Attorney Gordon Watkins noted that state regulations restrict the county's ability to implement certain controls. The discussion took place during a detailed presentation on data center issues.
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is moving closer to implementing a proposed six-month moratorium on data center construction. During an extensive presentation concerning data center developments, Commissioner Dan Besse was actively involved in the discussions.
County Attorney Gordon Watkins advised the commissioners that current state regulations limit the county's authority to enact certain measures, even if such actions would be locally beneficial. This suggests potential hurdles for the county in its efforts to regulate data center projects within its jurisdiction.