The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to consider a data center moratorium item during its Aug. 4, 2026 meeting, according to the published agenda posted by the county.
The agenda lists the data center moratorium under the “Other Business” section, which follows discussion of permit reviews and old business items, according to the official record. The agenda also references a zoning matter tied to Nicollet Township Parcel Number 05.023.0300, with John Zehnder listed as Zoning Specialist, according to the published document.
The matter is relevant to residents because a moratorium, if considered, would relate to the regulation of data center development within the county, according to the agenda. The document does not specify the scope, duration, or terms of the proposed moratorium beyond its listing as an agenda item.
- Meeting date: Aug. 4, 2026
- Location: Nicollet County, Minnesota
- Agenda item: Data Center Moratorium, listed under Other Business
- Related zoning reference: Nicollet Township Parcel Number 05.023.0300
- Zoning Specialist listed: John Zehnder
- Agenda source: Nicollet County CivicPlus AgendaCenter
According to the published agenda, the data center moratorium item follows the review of permits and old business, and precedes a communications segment before adjournment. The agenda does not include supporting materials, staff reports, or additional detail on the moratorium proposal beyond its title in the meeting order.
The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to take up the item as part of its regular meeting proceedings on Aug. 4, 2026, according to the agenda. No further action beyond consideration is indicated in the official record.
Residents interested in the matter can attend the Aug. 4, 2026 meeting in person or review the full agenda, which is publicly available through the Nicollet County CivicPlus AgendaCenter, according to the county’s posted materials.
Official source: the published record