Summary
The board will consider a text amendment to the Development Ordinance that would set rules for where and how data centers and cryptomining operations can operate in Union County. As these facilities look for places to build across the region, this decision could shape what kinds of large industrial tech operations are allowed near residential areas.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — the rules could affect future tax revenue and infrastructure costs from large tech facilities.
Residents near potential data center or cryptomining sites would gain clear rules on what can be built nearby.
Nearby residents could face noise or environmental strains if operations are insufficiently buffered.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners — November 2, 2026
The board will consider a text amendment to the Development Ordinance that would set rules for where and how data centers and cryptomining operations can operate in Union County. As these facilities look for places to build across the region, this decision could shape what kinds of large industrial tech operations are allowed near residential areas.
Land Use Board — June 9, 2026
The county is creating new zoning rules to allow and regulate data centers and crypto mining operations. Officials want to make sure these massive energy users don't drain local water wells, cause noise issues, or overload the electrical grid at taxpayers' expense.
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