LOWNDES COUNTY – Commissioners will consider a temporary moratorium on data centers while the County develops a comprehensive ordinance.

Release:

Lowndes County, Georgia: The Lowndes County Board of Commissioners will consider a proposed moratorium on data centers in unincorporated Lowndes County during its Regular Session Meeting on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

If approved, the moratorium would be in place on an interim basis while the County develops a comprehensive data center ordinance for consideration and approval by the Lowndes County Board of Commissioners.

Meeting Information

Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Commission Chambers
Address: 327 North Ashley Street, Valdosta, Georgia 31601

The Board recognizes the importance of carefully evaluating the potential impacts and considerations associated with data center development and will continue to review the matter through the appropriate public process.