Linn County IA Data Center Ordinance for Unincorporated Areas
Linn County, IA · Linn County BOS data center ordinance (3rd consideration approved 2026-02-18) (2026-02-18)
Strict zoning: 1,000-ft residential setbacks; mandatory water study and binding Water Use Agreement; noise/light limits; road/infrastructure compensation; community betterment contribution.
Technical detail
Strict zoning: 1,000-ft residential setbacks; mandatory water study and binding Water Use Agreement; noise/light limits; road/infrastructure compensation; community betterment contribution. Citation: Linn County BOS data center ordinance (3rd consideration approved 2026-02-18).
Who is protected: Linn County residents and ratepayers
Who must comply: Data center developers seeking approvals in Linn County
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Linn County, IA |
|---|---|
| Level | County |
| Status | In effect |
| Protection strength | Moderate protection |
| Effective date | 2026-02-18 |
| Enacted | 2026-02-18 |
| Citation | Linn County BOS data center ordinance (3rd consideration approved 2026-02-18) (2026-02-18) |
| Enforced by | Linn County government / planning |
| Topics | data-center siting and energy |
| Last verified | 2026-06-16 |
| Official source | Linn County IA Data Center Ordinance for Unincorporated Areas — source ↗ |
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