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.
Harnett County
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Slightly Pro-Data Center Policies
Harnett County has enacted a temporary pause on development approvals for data centers, delaying new projects and expansions; its duration and exceptions are not specified, and operating centers are not addressed.
Rating from North Carolina statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Harnett County.
Specific to Harnett County only.
current law · County measureImposes a temporary moratorium on development approvals for data centers in Harnett County.North Carolina Harnett County Ordinance 2026-17 (2026)
What this means
The proposed measure would temporarily stop development approvals for data centers, creating a major delay for new projects and expansions while it is in force (moratorium on development approvals for data centers). The provided source does not show the moratorium’s duration or exceptions, and it does not indicate restrictions on already operating centers.
Timing
- Ends
- 180 days after adoption
The temporary moratorium applies to development approvals for data centers and expires after the stated 180-day period. The sources do not establish an additional extension condition.
People behind it
- County of Harnett
County identified as responsible for imposing the temporary moratorium on development approvals for data centers.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements1
Imposes a temporary moratorium on development approvals for data centers, preventing covered projects from receiving development approval during the moratorium period.
Sources
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