Pasco County Halts Data Center Approvals for 12 Months

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Pasco commissioners approve a yearlong moratorium on new data center projects while drafting updated regulations.

WHO: Pasco County commissioners; County Administrator Mike Carabella; County planners; Director of Economic Growth David Engel; Planning Commission

WHAT: A unanimous 12-month moratorium on approving new data center projects while new regulations are developed.

WHEN: Jun 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM ET

WHERE: Pasco County, FL

WHY: Current land development codes lack provisions for regulating data centers, prompting the pause to assess infrastructure, environmental, and energy impacts and draft updated ordinances.

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