Iron County’s moratorium on data centers ends in 2 months. Here’s what it plans to do after.
Iron County, Utah, is preparing for the end of its data center moratorium in two months by developing a new ordinance. This ordinance aims to grant the county more control over large energy projects and data centers, including caps on water use and restrictions on noise and lighting.
Iron County, Utah, is poised to end its moratorium on data center developments in two months, prompting the county to draft a new regulatory ordinance. This upcoming ordinance is designed to provide the county with greater discretion over data centers and other large energy projects.
The proposed regulations include specific provisions to address community concerns, such as capping water usage, implementing noise and lighting restrictions, and mandating efficient cooling systems for these facilities.
Public input has been a part of this process, with residents raising questions and concerns, particularly regarding proposed projects like the Red Butte energy campus and data center, during public open houses.