Lake County moves to pause new data centers near Orlando
Lake County commissioners have unanimously moved to draft an ordinance for a one-year moratorium on new data center projects in unincorporated areas, driven by resident concerns over water and electricity usage. This pause aims to allow staff to study infrastructure impacts and refine permitting, with a formal vote anticipated in early July. The county's action is influenced by Florida's recently enacted Senate Bill 484, which imposes stricter regulations on large power users and water permits for data centers.

