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Spokane County has paused new large data center approvals until December 15th to craft targeted zoning laws, aiming for permanent rules by year’s end amid community outcry over energy use, water strain, and wildfire risks. After heated debate, commissioners struck a compromise: halting new permits while using temporary guidelines as a foundation. Public meetings were packed with concern as residents demand transparency and accountability from developers. The proposed regulations will target facilities needing over 20 megawatts — existing centers are exempt — with county officials also collaborating with utilities to manage grid impacts without passing costs onto consumers. This pause is viewed as a critical first step, inviting ongoing public input to shape smarter, sustainable policies for the future.

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