In effect
Limited protection
Morton County, ND — Morton County moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities
Morton County, ND · Morton County moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities
Morton County adopted a moratorium barring permitting of data centers and crypto-mining facilities until the county develops siting and performance standards, which it is still drafting as of mid-2026.
Technical detail
Morton County adopted a moratorium barring permitting of data centers and crypto-mining facilities until the county develops siting and performance standards, which it is still drafting as of mid-2026.
Who is protected: Local residents subject to the measure.
Who must comply: Local government / regulated operators.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Morton County, ND |
|---|---|
| Level | County |
| Status | In effect |
| Protection strength | Limited protection |
| Effective date | 2024-09-12 |
| Citation | Morton County moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities |
| Topics | data-center siting and energy |
| Last verified | 2026-07-01 |
| Official source | News and Project Information - Morton County, North Dakota ↗ |
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