Data Center zoning, opposition, and authorities in Baltimore County, MD (Updated 2026)
Get building through details about the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ), permitting steps, setback requirements, tax incentives, and other siting requirements for data center land development projects in Baltimore County, MD — everything you need for site due diligence.
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Figures periodically downloaded from Spark AI. Last updated July 2026.
Data Center requirements in Baltimore County: zoning code and recent changes
Read Baltimore County's zoning ordinances
Baltimore County's zoning code is relatively dynamic. The municipality last amended its code on 02/02/2026.
Recent news, moratoria, and decisions for Baltimore County data center development
Who approves data center projects in Baltimore County?
The primary zoning authority for Baltimore County is the Baltimore County Council, which has a moderate past record of votes on data center ordinances, project approvals, and amendments. Key votes include:
| Date | Measure | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | Bill 9-26: Proposal to partially repeal and clarify zoning regulations related to Data Centers and Energy Storage Devices. | Passed |
| 02/02/2026 | Adopted Bill 3-26 establishing a temporary moratorium on data centers through January 1, 2027; suspends the authority to issue or grant permits and prohibits County agencies from accepting applications, petitions, or hearing requests for data centers (including permits handled by the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections); requires the Planning Board to review County laws/regulations and submit a report with assessments and recommendations by October 1, 2026; applies retroactively to January 5, 2026; effective 14 days after enactment. | Moratorium |
Active and proposed data center projects in Baltimore County
Baltimore County has a number of data center projects either in operation or undergoing permitting.
See every project, vote, and move from local opposition in Baltimore County
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