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Stokes County sued over approval of Walnut Cove data center project
News Clip2:53FOX8 WGHP·Walnut Cove, Stokes County, NC

Stokes County sued over approval of Walnut Cove data center project

Stokes County has been sued over its approval of a data center project planned for 1,000 acres near Walnut Cove. Opponents, including non-profits and residents, claim the rezoning process was not legally conducted and raised concerns about water and air pollution. County commissioners had voted to approve the rezoning despite widespread opposition.

3/26/2026
Lawsuit Challenges Stokes County’s Data Center Rezoning
News ClipThe Assembly NC·Walnut Cove, Stokes County, NC

Lawsuit Challenges Stokes County’s Data Center Rezoning

Stokes County Commissioners approved a controversial rezoning for a large data center project by Engineered Land Solutions, despite significant local opposition. Property owners and environmental groups have filed a lawsuit alleging procedural and legal errors and expressing concerns about environmental impact and cultural sites. The lawsuit aims to invalidate the rezoning decision.

3/19/2026
In N.C., Stokes County Approves a Data Center Rezoning, Triggering a Citizens’ Lawsuit
News ClipInside Climate News·Walnut Cove, Stokes County, NC

In N.C., Stokes County Approves a Data Center Rezoning, Triggering a Citizens’ Lawsuit

Stokes County Commissioners approved a rezoning request for Engineered Land Solutions to build a large data center, overriding the planning board. Residents and environmental groups have filed a lawsuit alleging procedural and legal errors. The project faces strong community opposition due to concerns about jobs, tax revenue, noise, and the protection of culturally sensitive areas including Native American burial grounds.

3/19/2026