More Kentucky counties hit pause on data centers
Daviess Fiscal Court in Kentucky has enacted a 12-month moratorium on data center development to study potential impacts and protective ordinances. This decision was influenced by news of a large data center planned in neighboring Hancock County, sparking local concerns.
Daviess Fiscal Court in Kentucky recently voted to approve a 12-month moratorium on data center development. This decision was made to allow the county to study the potential impacts of such facilities and to develop protective ordinances.
Daviess County Judge-Executive Charlie Castlen stated he had not heard the term "hyperscale" before, but the concept gained relevance following news of an enormous data center planned for an idled aluminum mill site in neighboring Hancock County. Castlen acknowledged the strong public sentiment against data centers, noting that many residents believe these facilities are not needed in their community.