Henry County GA

Henry County GA — Data Center Ordinance (UDC Amendment)
Henry County, GA · BoC UDC amendment 2026-02-18 (2026-02-18)

Status
In effect
Took effect
February 18, 2026
Applies to
Data center developers and operators seeking approvals in Henry County
Enforced by
Henry County government / planning / clerk's office

Data centers allowed in M-1 (light manufacturing) and M-2 (heavy manufacturing) zones with a conditional use permit; 1,000-ft setback from any existing residential building, 200-ft undisturbed landscape buffer around the property, 500-ft setback from non-industrial zoning, noise compatibility standards, water-use disclosure, and additional design and screening requirements.

Who is protected: Henry County residents and ratepayers

Legal detail

Data centers allowed in M-1 (light manufacturing) and M-2 (heavy manufacturing) zones with a conditional use permit; 1,000-ft setback from any existing residential building, 200-ft undisturbed landscape buffer around the property, 500-ft setback from non-industrial zoning, noise compatibility standards, water-use disclosure, and additional design and screening requirements. Citation: BoC UDC amendment 2026-02-18. Surfaced via the jurisdiction's CivicPlus / CivicClerk agenda or municipal website portal.

Key facts

JurisdictionHenry County, GA
LevelCounty
StrengthModerate
EnactedFebruary 18, 2026
CitationBoC UDC amendment 2026-02-18 (2026-02-18)
Topicsdata-center siting and energy
Agency pageHenry County GA — Data Center Ordinance (UDC Amendment) — source

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