Bullitt County Enacts One-Year Moratorium on New Data Center Projects
The Bullitt County Fiscal Court in Kentucky has enacted a one-year moratorium, temporarily halting the consideration of new data center projects within the county. This decision reflects a lack of local appetite for data centers, according to Judge Executive Jerry Summers. The city council is also expected to adopt this moratorium soon.
The Bullitt County Fiscal Court in Kentucky officially passed a one-year moratorium on Tuesday morning, effectively halting the consideration of all new data center projects in the county for the next 12 months. This action signifies a clear stance from local leadership regarding such developments.
Bullitt County Judge Executive Jerry Summers stated that there is "no appetite for a data center in Bullitt County," underscoring the sentiment behind the court's decision. While the moratorium is for one year, Fiscal Court members retain the option to vote to end or extend it at any point during this period.
Further solidifying the county's position, the city council is anticipated to adopt the same moratorium at its upcoming meeting on Monday, indicating broad local support for the pause on data center development.