September 22, 2026

The Warren County Board of Commissioners held a work session on September 22, 2026, primarily focused on zoning code amendments and the regulation of data centers within the county. The discussion included detailed presentations on different types and sizes of data centers, their potential environmental impacts such as water and electricity usage, and the lack of current zoning provisions addressing these facilities. Commissioners considered options for regulating data centers through conditional use permits, site plan reviews, or creating a specific zoning district, with some support expressed for imposing a moratorium while further studies are conducted. Additional zoning amendments discussed included regulations on ground-mounted solar panels, secondary dwelling units, telecommunication towers, outdoor lighting, and enforcement of homeowners association rules. The board also reviewed proposed updates to zoning standards for unzoned properties and shared driveways. No formal votes on procurement or contract awards were recorded, but the meeting included a brief mention of remaining ARPA funds and a terminated contract with Ultra Fiber related to broadband expansion efforts.