Counties Weigh Data Center Rules

Counties across Minnesota are racing to regulate booming data centers amid growing local backlash over water use and environmental damage. Wright County has paused new developments while Washington and Dakota Counties weigh in, leveraging their broader jurisdiction over unincorporated land. Some officials question the practicality of such rules, citing land scarcity, while others push for strong safeguards. Meanwhile, Carlton County considers similar pauses and Sherburne County actively courts developers — all part of a national scramble to balance tech growth with community protection. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/acb80eaa8e010718