Larimer County Opens Survey About New Data Center Facilities

Larimer County, Colorado, has launched a public survey to gather resident input on the development of new land use regulations for data centers within its unincorporated regions. Currently, the county lacks specific rules for what it terms "digital infrastructure" or "high-intensity computing facilities." The survey, which will be open until June 12, 2026, seeks to understand public concerns and potential benefits of data centers, as well as preferences for their location. This regulatory effort is unfolding while an existing moratorium on data center development in unincorporated Larimer County remains in effect until August 26, 2026. By that deadline, the county aims to have established comprehensive land use regulations to address the unique impacts of such facilities. The article also briefly mentions a data center property purchase by GlobalAI in nearby Weld County in late 2025, which has generated mixed reactions. Residents can provide feedback via the online survey, email, or a dedicated voicemail service.