Data Centers

The county's municipal code defines data centers and related terminology and establishes use-specific standards and requirements. The code provides definitions for data centers, which includes cryptocurrency uses, and a definition for standalone modular data centers (§400.662.A). The municipal code requires a special use permit for all data center facilities (§400.662.c). The special use standards address evaluation considerations, development standards, and application and required documents. The special use standards cover specific criteria to ensure the land remains viable, surrounding properties are not significantly impacted, environmental impacts are minimized, ensure reclamation of the site, and that decommissioning measures are addressed (§400.662.B.2.c).