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Data centers in Cleveland County, North Carolina

The public record for Cleveland County: 1 local government action on data centers and 1 announced project, each with its source.

Last updated 2026.09.30

Local government actions

JurisdictionDateStatusWhat happenedSources
Kings Mountain2026-02adoptedKings Mountain approved a six-month moratorium on new data centers on February 26, 2026; council debated a 12-month extension in July 2026.[1][2]

Announced projects

CompanyLocationAnnouncedMWAcresStatusWhat happenedSources
HB2K LLC (Honey Badger Development)Kings Mountain2026-02approvedHB2K's lawsuit against Kings Mountain says its property is fully entitled as an AI data center campus with a 150-300 MW power pathway.[1][2]

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Questions

Does Cleveland County have a data center moratorium?

The public record shows adopted local action in Cleveland County: Kings Mountain (2026-02). Read the linked ordinance for its scope and end date, because boards extend and amend these.

What data centers are planned in Cleveland County?

Announced projects on record in Cleveland County: HB2K LLC (Honey Badger Development), Kings Mountain (approved). Each row on this page links to its public source.

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