Gage County Board votes for 12-month data center moratorium

Gage County Board votes for 12-month data center moratorium

News Clipjournalstar.com·Gage County, NE·9/16/2026

The Gage County Board of Supervisors has approved a 12-month moratorium on data center development. This action provides the Planning and Zoning Commission with time to research and establish new regulations for data centers within the county.

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Gov: Gage County Board of Supervisors, Planning and Zoning Commission

The Gage County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday officially approved a 12-month moratorium on new data center developments. This decision grants the county's Planning and Zoning Commission dedicated time to thoroughly study data center-related issues and to draft comprehensive regulations governing their construction and operation. Supervisor Rex Adams commented on the approval, stating his belief that establishing regulations quickly would be beneficial, rather than prolonging the process.

The measure aims to ensure that future data center projects align with the county's long-term planning goals and address any potential concerns related to infrastructure, environment, or community impact before further development occurs.