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Walker County Data Center Panel Debates Draft Ordinance and Parcel Size Rules in Third Meeting
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Fusion42 · 30 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Walker County officials reviewed a draft ordinance setting data center development standards, including parcel size minimums, zoning restrictions, water and power capacity limits, and environmental protections, aiming for final recommendations by December 2026.
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Zoning and utility cost rules will now shape who can build data centers in Walker County and where. You need to plan for larger parcels unless pursuing conditional permits and factor in rising utility fees and closed-loop cooling mandates.
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