How is South Dakota regulating data centers?
Counties across South Dakota, including Lincoln and Minnehaha, are exploring new ordinances to regulate data centers. Lincoln County is specifically discussing a one-year moratorium on data center development, while Minnehaha County is considering new zoning rules.
Counties throughout South Dakota are actively considering the implementation of new ordinances pertaining to data centers. Specifically, Lincoln County is engaged in discussions regarding a potential one-year moratorium on data center construction. Meanwhile, Minnehaha County is evaluating and considering the adoption of new zoning rules designed to regulate data center development within its jurisdiction.
Digital reporter Michael Dort is conducting an in-depth investigation into these proposed data center ordinances. His reporting also aims to explain the fundamental differences between larger hyperscale data centers and smaller data center facilities, providing context for the ongoing regulatory discussions.