Bullitt County approves one-year moratorium on new data centers
Bullitt County, Kentucky, has approved a one-year moratorium on new data center developments. This action aims to provide the county with time to establish regulations for the industry, as officials are currently unaware of any specific data center projects but wish to be proactive. Residents spoke in support of the moratorium and future restrictions.
Bullitt County, Kentucky, has enacted a one-year moratorium on new data center developments, aiming to establish regulations for the rapidly growing industry. The Bullitt County Fiscal Court approved the measure on Tuesday, with County Attorney Tammy Baker clarifying that the pause is for regulatory development, not a permanent ban, which would likely face legal challenges.
Judge-Executive Jerry Summers stated the county is being proactive, despite no current data center proposals or inquiries. He noted the county's utility infrastructure is not prepared for large-scale data centers. Local resident Sharon Knight supported the moratorium, hoping Bullitt County's proactive stance could serve as a model for other communities in managing data center expansion.