The Data Center Divide
A policy snapshot ahead of the 2026 midterms. Mapping data center incentives, restrictions, and bans through legislation, regulations, and executive actions across all 50 states and 1,462 local jurisdictions.
Stone County
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Neutral Data Center Policies
Stone County has enacted a temporary pause on data center development while it considers zoning changes. The pause creates delays, but its duration is unclear.
Rating from Missouri statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Stone County.
Specific to Stone County only.
current law · County measureTemporarily prohibits data centers in Stone County for 12 months while the county considers changes to its zoning rules.Stone County Commission Order and Ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on data centers and related energy projects
What this means
The measure temporarily pauses data center development while the county considers zoning changes, which creates a significant barrier and delay. The minutes do not clearly state how long the pause lasts, so its full impact is uncertain (temporary moratorium).
Timing
The measure enacts a temporary moratorium described as a “twelve (12) moratorium,” but the source does not specify the unit, expiration date, or ending condition.
People behind it
- Stone County Planning and Zoning Board
Signed the resolution proposing a temporary moratorium on solar energy systems, wind energy conversion systems, battery energy storage systems, and data centers.
- Stone County Commission
Signed and enacted the order and ordinance establishing the twelve-month temporary moratorium.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements1
A temporary twelve-month moratorium prohibits data centers in Stone County while the county considers amendments to its zoning regulations.
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