Sullivan commission approves crypto mining/data center zoning

Sullivan commission approves crypto mining/data center zoning

News ClipKingsport Times News·Sullivan County, TN·6/12/2026

The Sullivan County Commission has approved zoning for crypto mining and data center operations. However, an existing moratorium on such developments in unincorporated areas of the county will remain in effect until it ends later this year.

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Gov: Sullivan County Commission, Sullivan County Government

The Sullivan County Commission has approved specific zoning regulations for crypto mining and data center facilities. This decision comes even as an existing moratorium on these types of developments in the unincorporated areas of the county is set to remain active until its scheduled expiration later this year.