Tattnall County
Slightly Pro-Data Center Policies
Georgia offers qualifying data centers sales-tax breaks on equipment through 2031, subject to investment, job, and reporting requirements, with repayment and interest possible if targets are missed. Large new power users may also face extra charges and stricter billing terms.
Rating and summary from Georgia statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Tattnall County.
Specific to Tattnall County only.
current law · County measureProposes a temporary moratorium on data centers in Tattnall County; the agenda does not show whether commissioners adopted it.Tattnall County Resolution 2026-4 (2026)
Timing
The agenda includes three proposed moratorium resolutions—solar facilities/solar farms, data centers, and non-traditional housing structures—but does not state their expiration dates, ending conditions, or any extension provisions.
People behind it
- Tom A. Peterson IV
County Attorney responsible for presenting Resolutions 2026-1 through 2026-5 and related legal measures.
- William (Bill) J. Kicklighter
Board Chairman responsible for proposing the 2026 appointments, board liaison recommendation, and Board of Education request letter.
- Frank H. Murphy
County Manager responsible for presenting the CDL funding request and motor-grader-related matters.
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- Angel Melton
PR/HR Administrator responsible for presenting the revised 2026 county holidays.
- Wayne Martin
Road Department Crew Leader responsible for proposing solicitation of bids for a mini excavator.
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Resolution 2026-4 proposes a moratorium on data centers in Tattnall County, temporarily restricting their development or operation; the source does not specify the moratorium’s scope or duration.
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