Warrick County, Indiana, to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Data Center Ordinance Amendment
Warrick County, Indiana, is holding a public hearing to discuss a proposed amendment to its zoning ordinance to include data centers. Residents are expected to voice concerns about the potential community impact. Any recommendations from the Area Plan Commission will be forwarded to the county commission.
Warrick County, Indiana, is holding a public hearing on Monday evening to discuss a proposed amendment to the county's zoning ordinance, which would specifically include regulations for data centers. The meeting, taking place at the Warrick County Courthouse in Boonville, addresses a controversial topic that has garnered significant community concern.
Numerous residents have expressed worries to 14 News regarding the potential impact a data center could have on their community. These citizens plan to present their concerns directly to officials from the Area Plan Commission during the hearing.
Ahead of the meeting, a group of community members has reportedly been researching data centers to help develop a draft ordinance, aiming to be prepared should a data center developer seek to locate in the county. Any action or recommendation made by the planning commission following Monday's meeting would then be forwarded to the county commission for further consideration.