Greene County says no permit for data center submitted
Greene County, North Carolina, has clarified that no building permit for a data center has been submitted, addressing public questions and concerns. The county emphasized that any future industrial development, including data centers, will undergo careful evaluation for its impact on resources, infrastructure, and the community. They also noted that a protective buffer for identified cemeteries on a potential development site will be respected.
Greene County, North Carolina, has issued an official statement addressing public inquiries regarding a potential data center development within the county. The county government confirmed on Friday that no building permit for a data center has been submitted or is currently pending in the entire county, specifically mentioning the Burnette Road site.
The Burnette Road location is being actively marketed for industrial development, intended to attract investment, create jobs, and expand the county's tax base. Greene County officials stated that any major industrial project, including data centers, will be thoroughly assessed for its effects on water and electricity needs, roads, infrastructure, nearby residences and farms, and overall environmental impact. Concerns about cemeteries on the Burnette Road site have also been addressed, with archaeological work completed and a 100-foot protective buffer recommended by the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office, which the county intends to uphold. The county reiterated its commitment to welcoming responsible investment while safeguarding its resources and quality of life for its residents.