SB4206Introduced in the Senate
LOC GOVT-DATA CENTER
Introduced by Darby Hills, District 26
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amends the Counties Code. Allows a county to establish standards for the construction of data centers by ordinance. Provides that the standards may include, without limitation, the size, height, and design of structures and the number of facilities that may be located within a geographic area. Provides that a county may regulate the siting of data centers in unincorporated areas of the county outside of the zoning jurisdiction of a municipality and the 1.5-mile radius surrounding the zoning jurisdiction of a municipality and may establish other specified standards. Sets forth provisions concerning notice and hearings. Provides that any provision of a county zoning ordinance pertaining to data centers that is in effect prior to the effective date may remain in effect. Amends the Illinois Municipal Code. Provides that a municipality may, by ordinance, regulate the siting of data centers within the municipality's zoning jurisdiction and within the 1.5-mile radius surrounding its zoning jurisdiction and may establish other specified standards. Sets forth provisions concerning notice and hearings.
Where it stands
Referred to Assignments
May 18, 2026
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Bill history
Filed with Secretary by Sen. Darby A. Hills
First Reading
Referred to Assignments
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