# Lee County Board of Commissioners Meeting - June 15, 2026

The Lee County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on June 15, 2026, focusing on several key topics including a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) primarily addressing residential growth and subdivision standards. The amendments included changes to lot sizes, setbacks, open space requirements, and regulations for duplexes and accessory dwelling units, with minimal impact on unincorporated Lee County. Public comments were dominated by community concerns over a proposed $900 million AI data center project, highlighting environmental, health, and infrastructure impacts, and calls for a moratorium on data center development to allow for further study and public input. The board also discussed and approved the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, including a $827,932 contract with the City of Sanford for planning services, with some commissioners expressing interest in reviewing the cost-sharing percentage. Additionally, the board approved the Capital Improvement Program for 2026-2031 and addressed appointments to various advisory boards. Motions were passed to proceed with the planning services contract funding and to approve the budget and CIP as presented. The meeting included discussions on the need for a performance audit and concerns about future tax increases to cover essential services.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** June 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Lee County Board of Commissioners Meeting - June 15, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kn9GclSQx0) - Lee County, NC Government