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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Union County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Data Centers and Cryptomining Regulations
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.
Intersection Driveway Spacing Requirements
New county rules will require driveways on 45 mph and 55+ mph roads to be set back further from intersections, improving safety and reducing traffic crash points.
Minor Subdivision Definition and Applicability
The county is looking at tightening rules on land splits by changing how many lots you can carve out before triggering heavy county review. Right now, cutting up to eight lots is considered a minor subdivision with minimal hassle, but commissioners want to drop that to four lots to help slow down farmland loss and manage rural traffic.
State-Mandated Building Code Fee Increases
The county had to adjust building permit fees because the state moved code enforcement from insurance to the Department of Labor, requiring local fees of $100 for commercial and $25 for residential permits to fund state operations.
Cost of Community Services and Residential Break-Even Study
The county is moving forward with a study to evaluate the fiscal impact of different land uses—agricultural, commercial, and residential—to help guide future growth and land-use decisions.