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Calvert County Commissioners Discuss Data Center Moratorium Extension

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Calvert County is currently discussing the extension of its six-month moratorium on data center development. The commissioners are considering options that could extend the pause up to two years. These options include removing data centers as a permitted use in the zoning ordinance and rezoning heavy industrial properties.

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The county is actively seeking consensus on these regulatory changes to address the issue of data centers. The board is also considering establishing additional development standards and regulations to guide future projects.

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  • Calvert CountyGoverning body considering land use and zoning policy changes in response to industry proposals.
  • Amazon Web ServicesCompany that previously submitted a data center proposal in Calvert County.

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