Blount County Planning Commission Meeting Draws Opposition to Data Centers

Blount County Planning Commission Meeting Draws Opposition to Data Centers

News ClipThe Daily Times·Maryville, Blount County, TN·5/29/2026

A large crowd gathered at the Blount County Planning Commission meeting in Maryville to voice opposition to data center operations in the county. Despite data centers not being on the official agenda, 19 speakers addressed the commission on the issue. This indicates significant community concern regarding potential data center development.

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The Blount County Planning Commission's recent meeting in Maryville, Tennessee, saw a substantial turnout, with a large crowd gathering at the courthouse. Although data centers were not listed on the official agenda, the meeting became a platform for public opposition to potential data center operations within the county.

Nineteen individuals spoke before the commission, each expressing their concerns and objections to allowing such developments. The strong public showing highlights significant community interest and apprehension regarding the expansion of the data center industry in Blount County.