U.S. Data Center Moratorium Tracker

In force

Twelve-month moratorium on data center permitting and licensing

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 26-R-97 on Aug. 18, 2026, effective immediately, directing the city to withhold permits, approvals and licenses for the location, development, expansion or operation of a data center within its regulatory jurisdiction. The pause runs 12 months and may be shortened or extended; the planning commission is to report recommendations within six months on utility demand, cooling, stormwater, transportation and separation from residential areas.

Birmingham

In force

Six-month pause on large data center applications

The City Council voted on March 3, 2026 for a six-month moratorium on new or expanding data centers drawing more than 20 MW. In June 2026 the council passed a zoning ordinance, on a 6-3 vote, setting conditions for hyperscale facilities that takes effect when the moratorium lifts.

Chelsea

In force

One-year moratorium on data center licenses and permits

The City Council voted unanimously on July 21, 2026 for a one-year moratorium on new business licenses and construction permits for data centers, paired with a parallel moratorium on residential rental developments. Council Vice President Chris Gace said the city's zoning ordinance does not adequately address the use and that no project had been proposed.

Cullman

In force

One-year data center moratorium

City Council voted unanimously to approve a one-year moratorium on new data centers, becoming the fourth Alabama city (after Birmingham, Leeds, Homewood) to pause development.

Fairfield

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Temporary moratorium after resident pressure over Patmos (Missouri AI co.) proposal to convert former Walmart to colocation data center. Duration not specified. The measure has no documented term.

Foley

In force

Six-month moratorium on data center applications

The City Council approved the final reading of an ordinance on Sept. 8, 2026 establishing a six-month moratorium on accepting, processing, approving or considering applications for data centers, Bitcoin and cryptocurrency mining facilities, server farms and similar uses. Mayor Ralph Hellmich said no data center has been proposed in the Foley area and the pause lets the city review its zoning and environmental regulations.

Fort Payne

In force

Data center moratorium followed by conditional-use ordinance

Fort Payne paused data center development in 2026 and then, on Sept. 2, 2026, approved an ordinance reclassifying data centers as a conditional use, so each project must go through planning commission review and a public hearing rather than being permitted by right.

Harpersville

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Town Council adopted a six-month moratorium on Aug. 3, 2026 even though no developer had approached the town, giving the council, the planning and zoning board and the water board time to study economic and infrastructure effects. The planning and zoning board had recommended a longer pause. The town is holding monthly public information sessions during the moratorium.

Homewood

In force

Twelve-month moratorium on new data center applications

The City Council approved a 12-month moratorium on new data center development applications on June 22, 2026, with an option to extend it a further six months. No applications were pending. City staff and the Planning Commission are to study whether zoning, operational, buffering or infrastructure standards should be adopted first.

Leeds

In force

One-year moratorium on data center development

Ordinance 2026-06-02, adopted unanimously on June 8, 2026, pauses acceptance, processing and approval of applications for new data centers or expansions of existing facilities for one year. The council cited energy and water consumption, cooling and generator noise, and compatibility with surrounding land uses. No project was pending at adoption.

Lowndes County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through October 25, 2026

County commissioners unanimously approved 60-day moratorium on data center permits; response to proposed 1,050-acre "Project Red Clay" hyperscale data center; county lacks formal zoning authority, legal standing uncertain. The measure runs to October 25, 2026.

Northport

Failed / vetoed

Data center moratorium not pursued

At a September 21, 2026 work session, Northport city leaders declined to pursue a data center moratorium and instead directed staff to recommend zoning provisions for where a data center could be located. No formal moratorium vote was reported.

Pinson

In force

One-year moratorium on data centers

The City Council approved a 12-month moratorium at its first meeting of August 2026, following a first reading on July 16. No data center had been proposed in Pinson; Mayor Hoyt Sanders said the pause gives the council time to research zoning and confirm that infrastructure costs would fall on applicants rather than homeowners.

Prichard

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 4, 2027

City Council approved a six-month moratorium on data centers, days after a building permit was issued to Edged Energy for a $93 million data center on July 30. The timing created a legal dispute over whether the Edged project is grandfathered. The measure runs to February 4, 2027.

Springville

In force

Moratorium on data centers

The City Council placed a moratorium on data centers at its July 6, 2026 meeting, joining nearby Leeds. Council members questioned the employment case for the facilities while the city reviews its zoning rules.

Tarrant

In force

City moratorium on data centers through September 8, 2027

12-month moratorium on data center business licenses; Mayor Tracie Threadford cited caution while city conducts feasibility study. The measure runs to September 8, 2027.

Westover

In force

Six-month moratorium on data centers

The City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 18, 2026 for a six-month moratorium on data centers after residents objected to a proposed campus on more than 450 acres along Highway 280. Mayor Bobby Pardue said the pause gives the city time to change its rules; the Planning Commission is reviewing zoning and development standards.

Anchorage

Alaska

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

AO 2026-27: defines data centers (20+ MW) in zoning code, restricts to commercial/industrial zones, bans from residential, requires conditional use review, utility capacity statement, landscaping buffers and enclosed power equipment. The measure has no end date by design.

Fairbanks North Star Borough

Alaska

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Borough Assembly adopted 2027 legislative priority requesting state and federal moratorium on permitting, leasing and construction of commercial data centers on public lands until regulations are developed; not a locally enacted moratorium but an official resolution. The measure has no documented term.

Chandler

In force

Rejection of proposed AI data center

The Chandler City Council voted 7-0 in December 2025 to reject a proposed AI data center after public opposition over noise, water and quality-of-life concerns.

Glendale

Proposed

Glendale Commission Recommends Rezoning For Data Center Plan

The Glendale Planning Commission recommended rezoning for the Project Baccara data center campus on 2026-09-28. The recommendation moves the decision to the Glendale city council.

Hualapai Indian Reservation

In force

Tribal moratorium on data centers with no end date

Tribal Council passed resolution opposing data center construction on reservation land, citing water scarcity on the Colorado River, light pollution, and wastewater concerns. Tribal sovereignty makes this effectively a ban on all reservation land. The measure has no end date by design.

Mesa

Proposed

Proposed amendments to Chapters 6, 7, 22, 31, 32, and 86 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Data Centers and Planned Area Development Overlay

Mesa Ordinance 25-0566 on data center zoning: Proposed amendments to Chapters 6, 7, 22, 31, 32, and 86 of Title 11 of the Mesa City Code pertaining to Data Centers and Planned Area Development Overlay Districts. The amendments include Status Agenda Ready as of 2025-07-01.

Pima County

In force

Proposed 120-day data center moratorium

The Pima County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 in September 2026 to approve a 120-day moratorium on data center projects in unincorporated areas that have not yet submitted permits, while staff drafts zoning rules. Project Blue and Project Gravel are exempt; the board may consider an extension.

Pinal County

In force

La Osa data center rezoning rejected

The Pinal County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 on August 26, 2026 to reject the rezoning request and site plan for Vermaland's La Osa Energy Center outside Eloy. The scaled-down project called for 11 data center buildings, a 500-megawatt natural gas plant and battery storage serving about 1 gigawatt of demand.

Tucson

In force

Rejection of Project Blue data center annexation

The City Council voted 7-0 on Aug. 6, 2025 to halt annexation for Project Blue, a 290-acre Amazon-linked data center campus; the city later adopted strict rules and is exploring a ban.

Benton County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through February 10, 2027

Six-month moratorium. Developer NSI6 LLC / Trent Overhue challenged it in court Sep 2; ~100 people filled courtroom. Developer selected county specifically because it had no planning and zoning. County attorney argued moratorium valid because Overhue's project not yet started and land not yet owned (closing Sep 9). Judge considering temporary restraining order. The measure runs to February 10, 2027.

Carroll County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Quorum Court unanimously passed a one-year moratorium blocking construction of data centers and other high-intensity digital infrastructure facilities, effective immediately.

City of Harrison

Failed / vetoed

City of Harrison data center moratorium (failed)

Harrison passed a moratorium on data centers and crypto mining on May 25, 2023 after hundreds of residents objected to a Green Digital LLC crypto facility (a subsidiary with Chinese Communist Party ownership ties). The moratorium was actively removed on Nov 28, 2023 (~6 months in) after Arkansas Act 851 ("Right to Mine" law) preempted local regulation of crypto mining. The project involves 5 acres.

Fayetteville

In force

Conditional-use permit and siting rules for data centers

The City Council voted 8-0 on June 16, 2026, with an emergency clause so the rules took effect immediately, to end by-right approval of data centers. They now need a conditional-use permit from the Planning Commission, are allowed only in I-2 general industrial zones (about 2% of the city), and must sit at least 1,000 feet from residential zoning. Applicants must file a cooling system description, proof that heat stays within the property line, an energy management plan and water use projections. Not a moratorium; further amendments followed in August 2026.

Independence County

In force

Five-year data center moratorium

The Quorum Court unanimously adopted a five-year moratorium running through Aug. 31, 2031 - the longest adopted in Arkansas - citing water supply strain. No data center had been proposed in the county.

Little Rock

Failed / vetoed

Data center moratorium (failed)

The city board repeatedly failed to pass a data center moratorium after May 2026 and adopted regulations in June 2026 instead of a pause.

Little Rock Board of Directors (hyperscale data center moratorium measure)

Paused

Little Rock Board of Directors (hyperscale data center moratorium measure) data center moratorium (pause)

A measure by City Directors Kathy Webb and Capi Peck to pause new hyperscale data center approvals through year-end was deferred to August 4, 2026 at the sponsors' request. As drafted, it would exempt the planned Google data center at the Port of Little Rock and only affect zoning applications in the 'hyperscale' category; the main opposition target is an AVAIO Digital project near Wrightsville in Pulaski County, alongside continued scrutiny of the Google Port project. City Director Kathy Webb (Ward 3) is formally proposing to extend the halt from 6 to 18 months and to remove the earlier carve-out for the planned Google hyperscale facility at the Port of Little Rock. The proposal would require biannual public hearings with Entergy Arkansas and the developer present. Not yet voted on.

Madison County

In force

Three-year moratorium on data centers and digital asset mining

The Quorum Court approved an ordinance on Aug. 17, 2026 imposing a moratorium on data centers, digital asset mining businesses and other large-scale computer or server operations through Aug. 31, 2029. An emergency clause made it effective immediately. The county has no known project in development; the pause is the second longest in Arkansas after Independence County's.

Pulaski County

Failed / vetoed

Data center moratorium (failed)

Multiple moratorium attempts failed in Arkansas' most populous county; the Quorum Court instead advanced a regulatory ordinance classifying large-scale data centers as heavy industrial.

Pulaski County Quorum Court (data center moratorium ordinance, failed on clerk miscount), AR

Failed / vetoed

Pulaski County Quorum Court (data center moratorium ordinance, failed on clerk miscount), AR data center moratorium (failed)

The Pulaski County Quorum Court appeared to pass a one-year data center moratorium on May 26, 2026 (with an exemption carved out for AVAIO Digital's planned Wrightsville project), but on May 28 the county clerk announced she had miscounted, per Arkansas Advocate's review of the roll call, the tally was 8 yes / 6 no / 1 present (other outlets' recounts differ -- see flags), short of the 10 of 15 votes needed. The ordinance is expected to return at the June meeting. Pulaski is Arkansas's most populous county. The 12-month moratorium fell short of the 10 votes needed (8-6, 1 present); officials initially mis-reported it as passed, then corrected the next day. A new ordinance removing the AVAIO carve-out (sponsors JPs Ward, Blackwood, Davis) is set for an agenda meeting June 9 and a Quorum Court vote June 23. A moratorium re-vote is pending 2026-07-14 (after this refresh window), with a carve-out for AVAIO Digital's Wrightsville project.

Russellville

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

City adopted a six-month pause on approving data center facilities, part of a wave of Arkansas localities outside Little Rock acting in mid-2026.

Union County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The county adopted a one-year moratorium on data centers in June 2026, one of several Arkansas jurisdictions outside Little Rock to pause development while regulations are drafted.

Alhambra

In force

City moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ordinance O2M26-4863 (effective Aug 1, 2026) prohibits data centers in office and industrial zones. Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval (Resolution 26-07). Measure DB on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot would extend the ban to all zones and lock it into the city charter, requiring voter approval to reverse. If passed, Alhambra would be the second CA city after Monterey Park to enact a voter-approved permanent ban. The measure has no end date by design.

Arcata (Humboldt County)

In force

45-day urgency moratorium on data centers

Arcata City Council unanimously adopted an urgency data center moratorium that halts permit processing for 45 days, with a likely extension of up to 10 months and 15 days. The vote was the evening of Sept. 16, 2026.

Baldwin Park

In force

City moratorium on data centers for a stated term

One-year urgency moratorium suspending approval, establishment, or operation of data centers within city limits. Extended from an initial short-term urgency ordinance adopted in March 2026. Vote 3-0. Water/groundwater protection cited as primary concern, city sits atop the San Gabriel Valley Groundwater Basin. Part of the San Gabriel Valley wave alongside Monterey Park, El Monte, and Montebello. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Calaveras County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through October 9, 2026

Board of Supervisors adopted 45-day urgency ordinance 4-0 (chair absent) on Aug 25, 2026. Can be extended up to two years. Planning Director said large-scale data centers warrant further study on water, electricity, noise, lighting impacts. The measure runs to October 9, 2026.

Calexico

In force

Permanent citywide data center ban

The Calexico City Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting all new data centers citywide on second reading on September 16, 2026, by a 3-0 vote with two members absent. The first reading was September 2, and the ordinance takes effect 30 days after adoption. The council had earlier declined a temporary urgency moratorium in favor of a permanent Municipal Code amendment.

Calipatria

Proposed

Permanent data center ban (in development)

Calipatria City Council voted 3-2 on July 14, 2026 to advance an ordinance outlawing data centers within city limits, with a public hearing still pending.

Calipatria City Council (Imperial County, interim 5-year moratorium introduced), CA

Proposed

Calipatria City Council (Imperial County, interim 5-year moratorium introduced), CA data center moratorium (proposed)

Calipatria City Council voted 4-0 to advance an interim urgency ordinance for a temporary 5-year moratorium on large-scale data center approval/permitting/construction, the first Imperial County-area jurisdiction to formally consider blocking data centers. Tied to broader Salton Sea-area data center opposition. As of June 8, the 5-year moratorium remains an introduction only, the May 12 vote directed staff to advertise a formal public hearing to refine the ordinance before it takes full effect; no second-reading adoption has been confirmed. Mayor Michael Luellen said 'data centers, the only place that they exist, is in hell,' and council members faced recall notices around the same time.

City of Brawley (data center moratorium passed 3-2), CA

In force

City of Brawley (data center moratorium passed 3-2), CA data center moratorium

On May 19, 2026, the Brawley City Council voted 3-2 (Grass and Kelley dissenting) to approve Ordinance No. 2026-03, an immediate moratorium on data centers requiring more than 50 MW of electrical demand or exceeding 250,000 sq ft of gross floor area (smaller server rooms and telecom hubs exempt). Introduced by Councilmember Gil Rebollar to give the city time to draft zoning, environmental, and infrastructure standards.

City of Calexico (proposed data center moratorium), CA

Paused

City of Calexico (proposed data center moratorium), CA data center moratorium (pause)

The Calexico City Council was scheduled to consider a proposed data center moratorium at its June 3, 2026 meeting (alongside a public-safety budgeting mandate). No specific data center project in Calexico was identified, the measure appears precautionary amid the county-wide moratorium cascade. The June 3 vote outcome was not yet reported as of June 8. On 2026-07-01, council voted 5-0 to abandon the moratorium approach in favor of directing staff to draft an outright ban ordinance, to return for a second reading/vote on 2026-07-15. Councilmember Diana Nuricumbo cited existing air quality/New River pollution as reasons to go further than a pause. The council's planned final vote on the outright data-center ban, originally set for 2026-07-15, was deferred to September due to the council's August recess.

City of Imperial (hyperscale data center moratorium advancing), CA

Proposed

City of Imperial (hyperscale data center moratorium advancing), CA data center moratorium (proposed)

On May 20, 2026, the City of Imperial council voted 4-0 to direct staff to return with a moratorium on hyperscale data centers within city limits; the item returned June 3 with the council moving to advance it (Mayor Ida Obeso: 'we have a right and a privilege to protect our residents'). The city is also the plaintiff in a separate CEQA suit against Imperial County over the IVCM project.

Coachella

In force

Permanent citywide ban on large-scale data centers

The City Council gave final approval on Aug. 26, 2026 to an ordinance permanently prohibiting large-scale data centers anywhere in the city, after a first reading on Aug. 12. Coachella is the second California city to adopt a ban, following Monterey Park. Residents raised water, energy and other environmental impacts.

Commerce

In force

45-day urgency moratorium on data centers

The City of Commerce City Council adopted an urgency ordinance in August 2026 prohibiting approval of land use permits, entitlements or agreements for data centers for 45 days, with a possible extension of up to 10 months and 15 days after a public hearing.

Desert Hot Springs

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 17, 2028

45-day urgency ordinance extended unanimously on Jul 7 by 22 months 15 days, the full two years California law allows. The measure runs to June 17, 2028.

El Monte

In force

City moratorium on data centers through February 2, 2027

Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 3063 (45-day moratorium); extended Apr 22 by Ordinance No. 3065 (7-0) for 10 months 15 days under Gov. Code 65858. Prohibits accepting or processing new data center land use applications. The measure runs to February 2, 2027.

Escondido

In force

45-day moratorium on data centers

The City Council unanimously adopted an urgency ordinance in late August 2026 imposing a 45-day moratorium on data centers and other high-intensity computing uses while staff develops land use and zoning regulations. No data center application had been filed. Staff is due back on Oct. 10, 2026, and the council may extend the moratorium by 10 months and then a further 12 months.

Eureka

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 17, 2026

City council unanimously adopted urgency ordinance Bill No. 1061-C.S. establishing 45-day moratorium effective immediately. Can be extended under CA Gov Code 65858 while city updates Local Coastal Program (up to two years). The measure runs to October 17, 2026.

Fresno

Proposed

Proposed 10-year citywide data center prohibition

The City Council voted 7-0 on Sept. 3, 2026 to begin drafting a citywide prohibition on data centers lasting 10 years, covering land later annexed into the city and requiring that councilmembers be notified of applications. Mayor Jerry Dyer co-sponsored the measure. The development code amendment must still clear environmental review, the Airport Land Use Commission and the Planning Commission before returning to the council, so no prohibition is in force yet.

Gilroy

In force

Proposed urgency moratorium on data center applications

The Gilroy City Council unanimously approved a 45-day urgency moratorium on new data center applications on September 14, 2026, effective immediately under Government Code Section 65858. It can be extended up to two years and does not affect an Amazon facility already under construction.

Hayward

Proposed

Council starts process to prohibit future data center approvals

The Hayward City Council voted 7-0 on September 16, 2026 to direct staff to start the process for prohibiting future data center approvals. The council will revisit the issue in October 2026.

Humboldt County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Supervisors unanimously directed staff to draft one-year moratorium. Chose moratorium over permanent ban due to existing data center in Arcata. Not yet formally enacted. The measure has no documented term.

Imperial

In force

Emergency data center moratorium

The City of Imperial approved an emergency data center moratorium in early June 2026 and extended it in July through May 2027.

Imperial County

Failed / vetoed

County moratorium set aside by court; replacement under review

The temporary moratorium governed final County approvals for data centers in unincorporated areas. Imperial County reported on August 28 that Superior Court directed the measure to be set aside; the County was reviewing next steps and preparing a possible replacement. It is not treated as a current parcel block.

Imperial County (data center moratorium + by-right elimination advancing), CA

In force

Imperial County (data center moratorium + by-right elimination advancing), CA data center moratorium

On June 2, 2026, after 1+ hour of public comment and 296 emailed comments, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors declined to adopt staff-drafted 'Data Center Development Guidelines' (21 safeguards including elimination of by-right development, infrastructure-impact assessments, 1,000-ft setbacks, water-use disclosure, local hiring, and a Good Neighbor Community Benefit Agreement), which opponents called full of loopholes. Supervisor Jesus Eduardo Escobar pushed for a six-month moratorium 'with more teeth.' Staff was directed to return June 16 with two items: an amended resolution creating an ad hoc study committee, and a moratorium urgency ordinance for immediate effect. A controversial carve-out for a second project (Tomcat Development near Brawley/Imperial) drew criticism. On June 16 the Imperial County Board of Supervisors approved a 45-day moratorium on pending and future data center projects, citing energy, water, and public-health concerns. The developer (Huntington Beach's Sebastian Rucci, ~1M-sq-ft project) threatened a lawsuit, saying the vote 'sends a... On 2026-07-14, the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to extend the data-center moratorium by 10 months and 15 days (through June 2027) and formed a Data Center Advisory Committee.

Indio

In force

Urgency data center moratorium

Indio City Council unanimously adopted a 45-day urgency moratorium June 3, 2026, then extended it 90 days and directed staff to draft a permanent ban.

Lake Elsinore

In force

City moratorium on data centers through October 9, 2026

Emergency ordinance establishing 45-day moratorium on new data center applications. Unanimous vote. Requested by Councilmember Steve Manos after resident concerns. City zoning code does not specifically address data centers. The measure runs to October 9, 2026.

Los Angeles County

Paused

Interim prohibition on large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas

The Los Angeles County Department of Regional Planning issued a memo on September 18, 2026 immediately prohibiting large-scale AI data centers in unincorporated areas while zoning amendments are codified. The action follows an April motion approved unanimously by the Board of Supervisors.

Mendocino County

In force

45-day urgency moratorium on data centers

The Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 on Sept. 1, 2026 to adopt an urgency ordinance barring any new data center in the unincorporated county. It took effect immediately and runs 45 days, to Oct. 16, 2026. County code does not define or regulate data centers, so one could otherwise be approved through a routine building permit. A hearing set for Oct. 6 could extend the moratorium for up to two years while permanent regulations are written.

Montebello

Failed / vetoed

Expired city moratorium on data centers through March 28, 2026

Urgency Ordinance No. 2491 (5-0 vote). 45-day moratorium on AI data centers. Expired on schedule ~Mar 28. No extension adopted per review of all council agendas through Jul 2026. Adjacent to Monterey Park which permanently banned data centers. The measure runs to March 28, 2026.

Monterey Park

In force

Measure NDC permanent data center ban

After a January 2026 urgency moratorium, voters passed Measure NDC (86% in favor) on June 2, 2026, permanently prohibiting new data centers citywide.

Morgan Hill

In force

City moratorium on data centers through October 10, 2026

45-day urgency moratorium covering data centers AND grid-scale battery energy storage. Unanimous vote. City has no zoning standards for either use. Extendable up to 2 years under CA Gov. Code 65858. The measure runs to October 10, 2026.

Oakland

Proposed

Oakland Weighs Data Center Moratorium as Opposition Mounts

Oakland City Council's Life Enrichment Committee approved a proposed 45-day moratorium on new data center projects on September 22, 2026, sending it to the full City Council for an October 6 vote.

Oakley

In force

City moratorium on data centers through April 14, 2027

Initial 45-day urgency ordinance Apr 15; extended May 16 for 10 months 15 days (through ~Apr 2027). Working toward permanent ban. Voted 5-0 on extension. The measure runs to April 14, 2027.

Palm Springs

In force

45-day urgency moratorium on data centers

The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance on Aug. 26, 2026 temporarily barring acceptance, processing or approval of any application, permit or entitlement for a data center while the citywide zoning code update proceeds. The initial term is 45 days, running to about Oct. 10, and the council may extend it for up to two years.

Patterson

In force

City moratorium on data centers through July 15, 2027

Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 889 (initial 45-day). Extended unanimously Aug 18 via Ordinance No. 890 for 10 months 15 days. Data centers were previously permitted by right in industrial zones. Key concern is water, city faces state requirements to reduce groundwater pumping. The measure runs to July 15, 2027.

Richmond

In force

Richmond becomes 3rd Bay Area city to impose data center moratorium

The Richmond city council enacted a data center moratorium. The action was reported on 2026-09-16.

Riverbank (Stanislaus County)

In force

45-day urgency moratorium on data centers

Riverbank City Council unanimously approved a 45-day moratorium on data centers on Sept. 9, 2026, effective immediately through Oct. 13, with the option to extend. The source reports a unanimous vote but not an explicit 5-0 tally.

Riverside

Proposed

Proposed 90-day data center moratorium

The Riverside City Council Land Use Committee voted unanimously on September 14, 2026 to recommend that the full council adopt a 90-day urgency moratorium on new data center proposals while staff defines data centers and drafts permanent rules. No full council vote date was reported.

San Francisco

Proposed

San Francisco supervisors propose 45-day moratorium on new data centers

San Francisco supervisors proposed a 45-day moratorium on new data centers. The proposal was made on 2026-09-15.

San Joaquin County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors voted on September 1, 2026 to direct staff to study large-scale AI data center impacts. After initial findings in October, the board is to consider an initial 45-day moratorium on approval of data center projects.

Tulare County

In force

45-day data center moratorium

The Tulare County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 in September 2026 to extend its August 18, 2026 urgency moratorium on new data center development in unincorporated areas by 10 months and 15 days, to about July 2027.

Whittier (Los Angeles County)

Proposed

Council directs staff to draft data center urgency moratorium

On Aug. 25, 2026, Whittier City Council voted 5-0 to direct staff to study data centers and other land uses and return with moratorium options and longer-term rules. No urgency ordinance was adopted at that meeting.

Archuleta County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 16, 2026

Resolution 2026-47; 6-month moratorium on data centers. Unanimous vote. County infrastructure and water cannot support data centers. The measure runs to December 16, 2026.

Arvada

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Arvada City Council approved on first reading, 6-0, on September 15, 2026 an ordinance imposing an 18-month moratorium on applications for primary use data centers. A public hearing and final vote are set for October 6.

Aurora

Failed / vetoed

Rejected local moratorium on data centers

Emergency resolution for a 6-month moratorium on data-center construction failed 6-5, Mayor Mike Coffman casting the tiebreaking vote against; council instead passed a resolution to develop data-center standards (water/zoning) within 35 days, without a pause. The measure has no documented term.

Boulder County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Boulder County enacted a six-month moratorium on data center development beginning June 2026; single-sourced (KUNC).

Broomfield

In force

18-month data center moratorium (Ordinance 2313)

The City and County of Broomfield unanimously passed Ordinance 2313 on July 7, 2026 halting land-use applications and permits for data centers of 10 MW or more until December 2027 or until regulations pass.

Commerce City

In force

Proposed city moratorium on data centers

Commerce City Council passed an ordinance 7-1 in September 2026 barring acceptance of new data center applications for six months while the city develops regulations.

Denver

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Denver City Council unanimously approved a one-year moratorium (effective May 21, 2026) pausing new zoning permits and site plans for data centers while it drafts energy, water and siting rules.

Jefferson County

In force

Jefferson County data center moratorium

The Jefferson County (CO) Board of Commissioners voted May 19, 2026 to impose a 10-month moratorium on new data center development, running through roughly March 2027. The moratorium applies to new applications for development of, or rezoning to allow, data centers, but excludes land already zoned for data centers via Planned Development provided the facility is at least 1,500 feet from any residence. Commissioners cited wildland-urban interface, water supply (amid Colorado drought), environment and community health. NEW item, Jefferson County CO not in DB. (Dated May 19, before the window, but surfaced in June 16-18 Front Range roundups and is missing from the database.)

Larimer County

In force

Temporary data center facilities moratorium

Board of County Commissioners adopted a moratorium on new data center land-use applications in unincorporated Larimer County on Jan. 27, 2026, since extended while regulations are drafted.

Lochbuie

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 21, 2031

5-year pause approved 6-1, the longest active moratorium in Colorado. Residents cited drought as the driving concern. The measure runs to July 21, 2031.

Logan County

In force

Logan County data center moratorium

Logan County Commissioners unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on solar, wind, data center, and battery energy storage development in October 2025 after Granite Renewables (New York-based, develops co-located data centers) began visiting county officials. The potential project involves up to 2 GW of electricity, a $15B capital investment, 1,000 construction jobs, and 50-100 permanent positions. Commissioners expressed a desire for economic development but wanted to avoid hasty decisions. Water availability from the South Platte River is a key concern.

Longmont

In force

Longmont data center moratorium

Longmont is considering a ban on hyperscale data centers (100+ MW) amid energy and water concerns. A decision is expected around June 9. Council gave initial approval 5-1 to the hyperscale ban ordinance (threshold ~70 MW, 5% of Platte River Power Authority nameplate, or 100 MW, whichever is lower). Final decision not expected before June 9. Longmont’s ordinance banning hyperscale data centers (≥100 MW peak demand) passed first reading 5-1 (~May 19-20); a final/second reading is expected as early as June 9. On June 9, 2026 the Longmont City Council passed (6-1; Diane Crist dissenting) the final reading of an ordinance capping data center peak demand at the lower of 5% of Platte River Power Authority nameplate capacity or 100 MW, effectively barring hyperscale facilities.

Loveland

In force

12-month suspension of large data center applications

Loveland City Council voted 7-2 in mid-September 2026 to suspend processing of land use applications for data centers requiring 10 megawatts or more. The suspension lasts 12 months or until the council adopts new data center regulations, whichever comes first.

Mead

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Town trustees voted 4-2 on Aug. 31, 2026 to bar data center applications for 12 months while staff studies infrastructure, water use and setbacks and drafts regulations. Trustees Brad Hagan and Jeremiah Crane voted no. The town attorney said the moratorium can end sooner if the review finishes early.

Moffat County

Proposed

Proposed six- or 12-month data center moratorium

Moffat County commissioners on September 8, 2026 unanimously postponed a decision on a proposed six- or 12-month moratorium on data center applications in unincorporated areas, planning further public meetings before revisiting it on October 13.

Monument

In force

Six-month data center pause

Town of Monument enacted a six-month pause on data center development; single-sourced (KUNC), exact adoption date not specified.

Phillips County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2026

Moratorium on data center facility applications in unincorporated areas; extended Aug 20 through Dec 31, 2026. The measure runs to December 31, 2026.

South Fork

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 18, 2027

1-year moratorium on data center site development plans and zoning permits. No data center applications received; preemptive action. The measure runs to June 18, 2027.

Thornton

In force

Proposed city moratorium on data centers

Thornton City Council voted 5-3 in September 2026 to adopt a one-year moratorium applying to data centers larger than 50,000 square feet while the city develops regulations.

Weld County

In force

Weld County commissioners approve permit for Global AI data center

The Weld County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the zoning for a 41-acre data center proposed by Global AI near Windsor. The approval was granted on September 10, 2026.

Woodland Park

In force

18-month data center pause

Woodland Park adopted an 18-month pause on data center development on July 16, 2026; single-sourced (KUNC).

Groton

In force

Permanent zoning cap replacing 2022 moratorium

The town's 2022 one-year moratorium on data centers over 5,000 sq ft was replaced by permanent zoning regulations barring data centers larger than 12,500 sq ft, blocking large-scale projects.

Morris

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 20, 2028

2-year moratorium covering data centers and battery storage, passed unanimously by the PZC. Driven by farmland and rural character concerns. The measure runs to May 20, 2028.

New Haven

In force

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

The Board of Alders unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on new data centers on September 22, 2026, with an exception for quantum computing or life sciences research facilities tied to the New Haven Quantum and Life Sciences Innovation Cluster.

New Haven Board of Alders (12-month data center moratorium ordinance)

Proposed

New Haven Board of Alders (12-month data center moratorium ordinance) data center moratorium (proposed)

Alderman Richard Furlow introduced a 12-month moratorium ordinance on new data center development and conversions, scheduled for City Plan Commission review on 2026-07-15. The ordinance would convene a 6-month Department of Economic Development working group to recommend zoning standards for future data center development. The City Plan Commission met on 2026-07-15 as scheduled to review the moratorium ordinance, but no outcome or vote had been confirmed by any source as of 2026-07-16. The ordinance has advanced to the Board of Alders' Legislation Committee, docketed for a public hearing on 2026-08-04 at 6pm. No direct reporting confirms what the City Plan Commission recommended at its 2026-07-15 meeting.

Trumbull

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through September 9, 2028

2-year moratorium on establishment and development of new data centers, approved unanimously by voice vote. Does not cover upgrades to existing facilities, the 80 Merritt Blvd site (former Nasdaq, 50+ years old) is being converted to an AI-ready facility by 365 Data Centers/Aphorio Carter despite the moratorium. 1,460+ residents had petitioned for a broader freeze. The measure runs to September 9, 2028.

West Haven

In force

City moratorium on data centers through June 8, 2027

City Council unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on establishment and development of data centers; proposed by Mayor Dorinda Borer; defines data centers as facilities primarily used for storage, processing, and distribution of digital data; exempts incidental server rooms; city to review zoning and licensing rules. The measure runs to June 8, 2027.

Dover

Proposed

Proposed 18-month pause on data center reviews

A City Council committee voted unanimously on Aug. 13, 2026 to send the full council an ordinance pausing official review of data center proposals for up to 18 months; not yet adopted.

Harrington

In force

Rejection of ordinance allowing data centers

The City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 18, 2026 to reject an ordinance that would have allowed data centers as a conditional use in the manufacturing zone, citing water, sewer, electricity and noise concerns.

Kent County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

LC26-06: data centers permitted only in Limited Industrial and General Industrial zones in unincorporated areas; 300-foot residential buffer, 6-foot vegetative buffers, noise limits, written utility capacity documentation required; county attorney reviewing viability of a complete ban. The measure has no end date by design.

New Castle County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

Council voted 12-0 for zoning regulations: 1,000-foot residential buffer (500 ft with noise study), closed-loop cooling required, energy-efficient backup generators, decommissioning funds; existing projects exempt. The measure has no end date by design.

Alachua

Proposed

Alachua City Commission moves to draft 12-month data center moratorium

The Alachua City Commission passed a motion to draft language for a possible 12-month moratorium on data centers, as reported September 14, 2026. An earlier meeting on the topic could not proceed for lack of a quorum. The drafted moratorium must return to the commission for a vote, and no vote date was reported.

Bay County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through January 8, 2027

Six-month moratorium on AI data centers requiring 5+ MW in unincorporated areas; approved unanimously. The measure runs to January 8, 2027.

Citrus County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Citrus County commissioners approved a one-year pause on new data center rezonings and permits, though it excludes a pending Lecanto-area application.

Clay County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Clay County Board of County Commissioners approved a one-year moratorium on new data center applications on June 24, 2026.

Collier County

In force

County moratorium on data centers until a condition is met

Zoning-in-progress measure preventing new data center applications while county develops regulations. The measure runs until a condition is met rather than to a date.

DeSoto County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 29, 2027

1-year moratorium on new data-center rezoning, approved 4-0 (one commissioner recused). Does not apply to rezoning applications already tied to an 800+-acre data-center project proposed earlier in 2026, which can still advance. The measure runs to July 29, 2027 and covers rezoning requests.

Edgewater

In force

Proposed city moratorium on data centers with no end date

Edgewater City Council unanimously approved an ordinance banning AI data centers on September 14, 2026, effective immediately. Mayor Diezel DePew described it as a permanent ban. Separately, Charter Amendment 4 goes to voters on November 3, 2026, and would write the prohibition into the city charter.

Escambia County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ban on large-scale data centers (50+ MW) in unincorporated areas. Resolution passed 5-0 on Jul 23, ordinance approved 4-1 in Aug. Small server rooms (accessory use) still permitted. The measure has no end date by design.

Flagler County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2027

1-year, unanimous on second reading. Unincorporated county only, municipalities including Palm Coast are unaffected. Amended to drop the 'large-scale' qualifier, so it covers all data center types. The measure runs to August 3, 2027 and covers all data center uses.

Hendry County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Expected to halt data center proposals until county code is updated to reflect state law (SB 484); outcome not confirmed. The measure has no documented term.

Hernando County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Hernando County commissioners unanimously approved a preemptive one-year moratorium on new data center applications.

Hernando County (1-year data center moratorium), FL

Proposed

Hernando County (1-year data center moratorium), FL data center moratorium (proposed)

In early June 2026, the Hernando County Commission approved a one-year data center moratorium. No company is named. Still pending final adoption, second reading July 7. Hernando County Commissioners approved on first public hearing an ordinance imposing a 365-day moratorium on processing any petitions/permits for data centers in unincorporated Hernando County (extendable an additional 120 days), with commissioners in full agreement amid resident concerns over power,...

Hillsborough County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

County attorney directed to draft moratorium ordinance; cannot take effect until Oct 1, 2027 due to SB 180. The measure has no documented term.

Holmes County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 16, 2027

One-year moratorium on data centers and large-load facilities in unincorporated areas (Ordinance No. 2026-23). The measure runs to June 16, 2027.

Holmes County (moving toward permanent AI data center ban), FL

Proposed

Holmes County (moving toward permanent AI data center ban), FL data center moratorium (proposed)

On June 2, 2026, the Holmes County Commission directed the county attorney to draft a permanent ban on AI data centers, with a public hearing set for June 16.

Indiantown

Failed / vetoed

Rejected pause on large-scale data center applications

The Village Council voted 4-1 on Sept. 1, 2026 against a resolution that would have paused new large-scale data center applications while the village drafted regulations. An attorney for a proposed project threatened litigation if the village paused applications, and council members said they wanted a further legal opinion and stronger language first. The council fired the village manager the same night.

Jackson County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

Permanent ban on data centers in unincorporated areas; originally a moratorium rescinded June 9, amended to full ban adopted unanimously 5-0. The measure has no end date by design.

Jackson County (1-year AI data center moratorium), FL

In force

Jackson County (1-year AI data center moratorium), FL data center moratorium

On May 26, 2026, Jackson County commissioners passed a one-year moratorium on AI data centers, proactive, with no project yet proposed, to research impacts and draft local rules before any proposal arrives. Residents cited rural character and natural-resource concerns. Two public hearings are required; the first is set for June 9.

Lake County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 7, 2026

90-day moratorium on large-scale data center applications in unincorporated areas; approved unanimously. The measure runs to December 7, 2026.

Lakeland

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2027

1-year, 4-3; covers any use drawing 50 MW or more, not just data centers. Took effect immediately. The measure runs to August 3, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 50 MW.

Leon County

Proposed

Eighteen-month moratorium on large-scale data centers

County commissioners voted unanimously on July 14, 2026 in favor of an 18-month moratorium on large-scale data centers. On Sept. 15, 2026 the commission unanimously advanced the moratorium ordinance, which covers large-load customer facilities including large-scale data centers; the second and final public hearing is scheduled for Oct. 13, 2026. The Tallahassee City Commission declined to adopt a parallel measure.

Levy County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through September 30, 2027

One-year moratorium on large-scale data centers; effective Oct 1, 2026 through Sep 30, 2027; nearly 100 residents attended. The measure runs to September 30, 2027.

Madison County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 22, 2027

1-year moratorium on construction and permitting of large-scale data centers. Unanimous vote. The measure runs to July 22, 2027.

Manatee County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

On September 3, 2026, the Manatee County Commission unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on data centers to study their effects on residents and the environment.

Marion County

In force

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

On September 15, 2026, the Marion County Board of County Commissioners voted 4 to 1 for a 12-month moratorium on new large commercial data centers, then voted 5 to 0 to adopt it. Commissioner Kathy Bryant cast the dissenting vote because she wanted smaller facilities included. The moratorium covers facilities with 50 megawatts or more of peak electric demand in unincorporated Marion County. It lasts 12 months or until new regulations are adopted, whichever comes first.

Martin County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Commissioners voted 4-1 to direct staff to return with a proposal for a one-year moratorium on data centers. A moratorium would require two public hearings before adoption. No formal moratorium ordinance has been enacted yet. The measure has no documented term.

Nassau County

In force

Up to 12-month data center moratorium

Nassau County adopted a temporary moratorium of up to 12 months to evaluate data center impacts before any application was pending.

North Port

In force

Proposed 18-month data center moratorium

On September 22, 2026, the North Port City Commission voted 3-2 on second reading to adopt an 18-month moratorium on new data center applications; a roughly 900,000-square-foot facility already proposed is excluded.

Orange County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

On September 15, 2026, Orange County commissioners expressed support for a temporary moratorium on large AI data centers and directed staff to study zoning, electrical load, water and noise; the commission could revisit it in early December 2026.

Palm Beach County

In force

One-year moratorium on new hyperscale data centers

On September 24, 2026, Palm Beach County commissioners unanimously gave final approval to a one-year moratorium on new hyperscale data centers with peak load of at least 50 megawatts in unincorporated areas.

Pasco County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Pasco County passed a one-year moratorium on large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas.

Putnam County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through September 8, 2027

One-year moratorium on medium and large-scale data center projects; approved unanimously on second reading. The measure runs to September 8, 2027.

Santa Rosa County

Proposed

12-month data center moratorium (in development)

Santa Rosa County directed staff to develop a 12-month moratorium on data centers under Florida SB 484; single-sourced.

Sarasota County

In force

12-month hyperscale data center moratorium

County commissioners unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium in July 2026 halting acceptance, review and approval of major data center applications until at least July 2027.

St. Johns County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Commissioners reached consensus to direct county attorney to prepare formal moratorium proposal; not yet enacted. The measure has no documented term.

Tallahassee

Failed / vetoed

Rejected proposal to define and prohibit AI data centers

The City Commission rejected a motion 3-2 on Aug. 26, 2026 to define and prohibit AI data centers in the city land development code. Commissioners in the majority relied on staff advice that the use is not currently permitted, so no ordinance was needed. Commissioner Jeremy Matlow, who brought the motion, argued the code does not define data centers at all.

Taylor County

Failed / vetoed

Rejected local moratorium on data centers

Motion to impose a data-center moratorium failed at the commission's first public discussion on data centers; commissioners instead scheduled a public workshop for Aug 25. The measure has no documented term.

Village of Palmetto Bay

Proposed

Palmetto Bay weighs outright ban on data centers

Palmetto Bay Vice Mayor Mark Merwitzer is seeking legislation to prohibit data centers outright rather than impose a temporary pause. No developer has filed an application in the village. The village council is scheduled to take up the proposed ban at its September 28, 2026 zoning meeting.

Volusia County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers with no end date

County Council directed staff to draft a permanent ban on large-scale data centers in unincorporated areas, moving beyond an initial six-month moratorium proposal. The ban ordinance must go through the Planning Commission and two public hearings before formal adoption. New data center applications are not being accepted in the interim. The measure has no end date by design.

Wakulla County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

On September 21, 2026, Wakulla County commissioners unanimously adopted an ordinance adding a data center definition to the land development code and listing data centers as a prohibited use in unincorporated areas.

Walton County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

Permanent ban on data centers and large-load centers (50+ MW); approved unanimously 5-0. The measure has no end date by design.

Washington County

In force

One-year moratorium on data center applications

The Board of County Commissioners approved a one-year moratorium on accepting, processing, reviewing and approving applications for data centers and large-scale data processing facilities in unincorporated Washington County at its Aug. 20, 2026 meeting. The county will study impacts and update its Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan.

Zephyrhills

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Zephyrhills City Council voted 4-0 for a one-year moratorium on new large-scale data centers.

Albany

In force

Albany data center moratorium (proposed)

On July 28, 2026, the Albany City Commission unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on new data center development, with an option to extend six months, and directed the planning commission to draft regulations.

Americus

In force

30-day data center moratorium

The Americus City Council voted 5-1 to enact a 30-day moratorium on data centers to allow time to draft an ordinance amendment regulating them; the city attorney noted the council can extend it if needed.

Athens-Clarke County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers until a condition is met

Moratorium adopted Dec 2025, extended 3 months in Mar 2026 while an ordinance is drafted. Waiting on state-level legislation before finalising local rules. The measure runs until a condition is met rather than to a date.

Atlanta

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Zoning ban on data centers along the BeltLine and within a half-mile of MARTA stations, later extended to neighborhood commercial districts with special use permits required elsewhere. A geographic ban, not a citywide one. The measure has no end date by design.

Augusta

In force

Augusta data center moratorium

Augusta (Richmond County) is moving toward a data center moratorium pending the development of new zoning rules. QTS has ongoing data center activity in the area, and officials are weighing a pause while standards are drafted. On June 2, 2026, the Augusta Commission approved a 49-day pause on new data center projects to draft zoning rules, but it explicitly exempts the contested QTS campus off Gordon Highway in the Haynes Station area that drove resident opposition. With the moratorium set to expire the same day, the Augusta Commission unanimously voted to extend it 60 days (through mid-September 2026); three public hearings are to be scheduled during the extension period.

Augusta-Richmond County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through September 19, 2026

49-day moratorium on new data centers; excludes QTS project near Haynes Station. Extended 60 days on Jul 21 with three public hearings required before permanent ordinance. Draft ordinance restricts data centers to heavy industrial zoning, requires special exception and public ... The measure runs to September 19, 2026.

Bulloch County

In force

Data center moratorium through Dec. 31, 2026

The county's moratorium on data centers remains in force and is scheduled to expire Dec. 31, 2026. On Sept. 1, 2026 the Board of Commissioners voted 4-3 to reject a text amendment that would have prohibited data centers outright in unincorporated Bulloch County, with the chairman breaking the tie, and chose to continue work on regulations instead.

Bulloch County Commissioners (5-0 moratorium extension through Dec 31; 5-0 to draft permanent prohibition), GA

In force

Bulloch County Commissioners (5-0 moratorium extension through Dec 31; 5-0 to draft permanent prohibition), GA data center moratorium

Bulloch County Commissioners voted 5-0 to extend their moratorium through Dec 31, 2026 and 5-0 to direct staff to draft a permanent prohibition on data centers in unincorporated areas. No application pending. An initial draft ban ordinance was posted publicly; the permanent ban requires a public hearing before adoption (~2-month process). No final ban vote yet.

Camden County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners adopted a six-month moratorium on data centers in early May 2026, making Camden the first coastal Georgia county to do so. It followed a rezoning request tied to a proposed industrial park that was withdrawn after environmental objections and a request from the commander of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay.

Carroll County

In force

100-day data center and BESS moratorium (unincorporated areas)

Commissioners approved a 100-day moratorium on data center and battery storage permits in unincorporated areas at their March 3, 2026 meeting and later extended it another 100 days.

Chatham County

In force

155-day moratorium on data centers of 10 MW or more

The Board of Commissioners approved on Sept. 11, 2026 a 155-day moratorium on data centers of 10 MW or more in unincorporated Chatham County, running to Feb. 16, 2027, which also bars converting warehouses and industrial buildings to data center use. It may be extended by up to 60 days if the county's study is incomplete. Commissioner Dean Kicklighter first sought 12 months and reduced it on the county attorney's recommendation.

Cherokee County

In force

Data center moratorium extended by 180 days

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Aug. 20, 2026 to add 180 days to the county's data center moratorium, which began as a 30-day pause in July 2026 and now runs into February 2027. Commissioners said staff need the time to research and draft data center regulations.

City of LaGrange

Failed / vetoed

City of LaGrange data center moratorium (failed)

LaGrange City Council passed a 180-day moratorium on new data center applications in September 2025 amid community backlash. The moratorium expired in March 2026. On March 27, 2026, the City Council held a public hearing on a proposed data center ordinance. The draft ordinance defines hyperscale data centers as those larger than 30,000 sq ft, permits them only in heavy industrial districts, and requires a 300-foot vegetative buffer. The Troup County Anti-Data Center Coalition says the proposed ordinance lacks adequate protection for citizens and drinking water.

Clayton County

In force

Clayton County data center moratorium

Clayton County Board of Commissioners approved a moratorium on new data center applications through December 31, 2025, citing resident concerns about rapid data center growth. On December 16, 2025, the Board unanimously voted to extend the moratorium until June 29, 2026. The moratorium applies to new applications for permits, licenses, or rezonings for both new data centers and expansion of existing ones in unincorporated Clayton County.

Cobb County

In force

180-day data center moratorium (unincorporated areas)

In February 2026 the county approved a 180-day moratorium on data center zoning and permit applications in unincorporated areas, later extended another 180 days into early 2027.

Colquitt County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium extended 180 days on September 1, 2026; concerns about Gulf Trough arsenic contamination in groundwater from high water usage. The measure has no documented term.

Columbia County

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

180-day moratorium proposed at commission meeting by chair candidate Cambrey Wood; citizens group also presented model ordinance. Would not affect two already-approved data centers. No vote yet. The measure has no documented term.

Covington

Failed / vetoed

Expired city moratorium on data centers through July 19, 2026

180-day moratorium enacted unanimously Jan 20 (initiated Jan 5); city will not accept new data center requests. Also initiated process to require special use permits for data centers in all zones. Upstream marks as 'active'. The measure runs to July 19, 2026.

Coweta County

In force

180-day moratorium on data center proposals

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on May 12, 2025, halting acceptance of permit, land use amendment, rezoning, conditional use and variance applications and all public hearings related to data centers while the county drafted an ordinance. It was set to expire Nov. 3, 2025 or earlier if zoning guidelines were adopted first. Projects already filed under the prior ordinance held vested rights and were exempt.

DeKalb County

In force

Data center moratorium, repeatedly extended

DeKalb County has held a moratorium on new data center development in unincorporated areas since 2025 and has extended it several times: to June 23, 2026 by a vote on Dec. 16, 2025, and then by a further 100 days on June 9, 2026, carrying it through Sept. 30, 2026 while the commission considers permanent regulations. A developer sued the county over the moratorium in August 2026.

Decatur County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Indefinite moratorium on data center development; commissioners want to have a plan ready before any proposals arrive. The measure has no documented term.

Dougherty County

In force

Data center moratorium, extended

The Board of Commissioners extended its existing data center moratorium by another 180 days on Aug. 31, 2026 in a unanimous vote, with no cap on further renewals, while the county works on zoning and development standards.

Douglas County

In force

90-day data center moratorium

The county imposed a 90-day moratorium in March 2026, later extended another 90 days; in July 2026 commissioners separately denied a permit for a proposed data center.

Fayetteville

In force

90-day moratorium, later permanent ban

The city passed a 90-day data center moratorium in January 2026 and in March 2026 adopted Ordinance 26-O-12 permanently prohibiting new data centers in all zoning districts.

Floyd County

Failed / vetoed

Expired county moratorium on data centers through August 28, 2026

80-day moratorium on data center permits, unanimously approved. Halts issuance of permits for construction or expansion. Draft ordinance for Unified Land Development Code establishing data center standards expected by late August. The measure runs to August 28, 2026.

Forest Park

In force

90-day data center moratorium

At a special called meeting on Aug. 31, 2026 the City Council approved a 90-day moratorium so the city can rewrite zoning rules that currently allow data centers by right. Proposed revisions would define data centers, set buffers from residential areas and add accountability provisions, and the city will form a community advisory committee during the pause.

Franklin County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2028

Moratorium on data center activities in unincorporated areas through December 31, 2028; unanimous vote; longest moratorium in Georgia. The measure runs to December 31, 2028.

Garden City

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The mayor and council voted unanimously on June 15, 2026 to impose a six-month moratorium on data centers in the Chatham County municipality while the city reviews impacts and considers zoning amendments. The resolution cited electrical grid demand, water consumption for cooling, noise from industrial HVAC units and backup generators, and limited job creation relative to footprint.

Gordon County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 29, 2027

Moratoriums on data centers and anaerobic digestion facilities extended through Jan 29, 2027 while staff drafts ordinances. The measure runs to January 29, 2027.

Griffin

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through July 12, 2026

Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on 'technological facilities' including data centers and cryptocurrency mining operations, to allow staff time to study current codes and develop regulations. The measure runs to July 12, 2026.

Griffin (Spalding County)

In force

Griffin (Spalding County) data center moratorium

Griffin City Council unanimously passed a 180-day moratorium on data centers and other technological facilities, prompted in part by interest from Hillwood and other developers. The moratorium was enacted so city planning staff can study current codes and ordinances for potential data center regulations. Officials noted the Unified Development Code currently does not specifically allow 'Technological Facilities' within the city, either by right or special use permit. May 2026: Griffin advancing zoning amendments to prohibit hyperscale (500,000+ sq ft) data centers and initially allow only smaller facilities; builds on the 180-day moratorium in place since January 2026.

Hall County

In force

180-day moratorium (data centers, high-density residential, detention centers)

Commissioners approved a 180-day moratorium in February 2026 pausing data center rezoning and permit applications while the county revises its development code.

Hart County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

180-day moratorium on data centers; unanimous vote; insufficient information on potential impacts on local resources and environment. The measure has no documented term.

Kingsland

Failed / vetoed

Expired city moratorium on data centers through August 9, 2026

90-day suspension of data center Ordinance No. 2026-03 (adopted Mar 9); halts acceptance of data center development applications. City manager recommended approval at May 11 meeting; GPB and The Current confirm moratorium in effect. .gov resolution document available. The measure runs to August 9, 2026.

Lamar County

In force

Lamar County data center moratorium

Lamar County enacted a 6-month moratorium on data center development in September 2025 after AWS purchased 985 acres for $270 million, the largest real estate transaction in county history. The county's planning and zoning director said the moratorium was triggered because industrial/commercial zoning needed updating; the code didn't even include the term 'data center,' and zoning hadn't been updated since 2010. As of April 2026, Georgia statewide legislation has stalled (no bills passed), leaving counties as the front line of regulation. Lamar County is one of four GA counties (Pike, Lamar, Troup, Clayton) using moratoria to develop ordinances.

Lee County (moratorium extension + dedicated data center zoning district), GA

Proposed

Lee County (moratorium extension + dedicated data center zoning district), GA data center moratorium (proposed)

As reported May 27, 2026, Lee County commissioners are weighing extending their data center moratorium (currently expiring in July) through the end of 2026 and creating a dedicated data-center zoning district to prevent developers from being grandfathered under current rules. No project is pending. An official vote is set for June 9. A commissioner framed it as 'a protection, not an invitation.' Two tracks are confirmed: (a) a June 9 vote to extend the moratorium through the end of 2026, and (b) a new I-3 'Technology and Data Infrastructure District' zoning text amendment with a hearing June 9 and a final vote June 23. The county notes zero current applications or letters of interest. The final vote on the I-3 'Technology and Data Infrastructure District' zoning text amendment (Article XXII) is set for June 23, 2026 per the county's official zoning notice, alongside the moratorium-extension question. Lee County GA commissioners are weighing an extension of the existing data-center moratorium (set to expire July 2026) through the end of 2026 while finalizing a new ordinance that would create a dedicated data-center zoning district. The official extension vote was scheduled for the June 9, 2026 meeting (after...

Lowndes County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through October 25, 2026

60-day moratorium on data center permits in unincorporated county, passed while commissioners develop a comprehensive data center ordinance. Residents had requested 6 months. The measure runs to October 25, 2026.

Madison County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

One-year moratorium on construction and permitting of large-scale data centers; unanimous vote; extended 180 days as of September 1, 2026. The measure has no documented term.

Marietta

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The city adopted a six-month moratorium on data centers in July 2026. It is not retroactive: the council approved an 11-acre Powers Ferry Place data center 5-2 on Aug. 11, 2026 because the application predated the pause.

Meriwether County

In force

Data center moratorium extended 90 days

The Meriwether County Board of Commissioners voted on July 28, 2026 to extend the data center moratorium, due to expire Aug. 23, by 90 days to Nov. 21, 2026 while staff drafts an ordinance. Vote date corrected from 7-30 to 7-28.

Newton County

In force

Data center moratorium (extended 180 days)

The county enacted an initial 30-day emergency data center moratorium in February 2026 and later approved a 180-day extension while updating its ordinances.

Palmetto

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Permanent ban, city council unanimously rewrote the industrial zoning code to exclude data centers entirely. The measure has no end date by design.

Paulding County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 1, 2027

Suspends new data center applications, zoning requests and civil plan reviews through Dec 31, 2026. The measure runs to January 1, 2027.

Pike County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Moratorium enacted September 2025; Commissioner James Jenkins motioned because county lacks building codes and zoning ordinances for data center facilities. One of four GA counties to pass moratoriums that month (with Lamar, Troup, Clayton). Duration and expiration not documen... The measure has no documented term.

Rockdale County

Failed / vetoed

Expired county moratorium on data centers through September 8, 2026

180-day moratorium on data center and battery energy storage applications; extended through September 8, 2026; evaluating cumulative impacts of high-water-use facilities. The measure runs to September 8, 2026.

Rockdale County (data center + battery-energy-storage moratorium extended through Sept 8), GA

In force

Rockdale County (data center + battery-energy-storage moratorium extended through Sept 8), GA data center moratorium

Rockdale County extended its data center and battery-energy-storage moratorium (originally 180 days from March 2026) through Sept 8, 2026 to overhaul its Unified Development Ordinance (noise, water, power rules).

Roswell

In force

City moratorium on data centers through September 20, 2026

90-day emergency moratorium enacted unanimously Jan 12. Extended 95 days on Mar 23 (to Jun 26), then extended 90 days on Jun 22 (to Sep 20 2026). City staff developing use regulations for data centers. The measure runs to September 20, 2026.

Savannah

In force

155-day moratorium on large-scale data centers

The City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 27, 2026 to pause new development or conversion activity for large-scale data centers inside city limits for 155 days. The ordinance covers facilities with electrical capacity of 10 MW or greater and industrial buildings of 200,000 square feet or more being built or converted for data center use. Staff are to study grid, water, wastewater, stormwater and road impacts along with zoning and noise rules.

Social Circle

In force

Social Circle data center moratorium

Social Circle approved a 90-day moratorium on new data center applications after being overwhelmed with seven applications. Despite the moratorium, the council approved a controversial rezoning for 151 acres, drawing resident opposition. Part of a statewide wave of Georgia moratoriums. Opposition was led by One Circle Community Coalition. The community achieved a partial victory in its effort.

Thomas County

In force

Thomas County data center moratorium

Thomas County, Georgia, Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on AI data center construction in January 2026. Commission Chair Mark NeSmith said the board was 'certainly not anti-data centers' but preferred to be proactive in protecting the community while gathering more information.

Walker County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 3, 2027

30-day pause adopted Jul 9, extended unanimously to 180 days on Aug 7 with a data center study group (report due Dec 4, 2026). Unincorporated county only. The measure runs to February 3, 2027.

Hawaii County

Hawaii

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

The Windward Planning Commission voted 4-0 on September 3, 2026 to defer action on Bill 170, which would restrict AI data centers in Hawaii County zoning, until October 1. The commissions have until November 4 to send a recommendation to the County Council.

Bannock County

Idaho

In force

County moratorium on data centers through January 26, 2027

180-day emergency moratorium on accepting or processing new data center permit applications in unincorporated county; does not affect Pocatello city limits; county to draft standalone data center ordinance addressing water, energy and land-use impacts. The measure runs to January 26, 2027 and covers permits.

Kootenai County

Idaho

Failed / vetoed

Kootenai County data center moratorium (failed)

Kootenai County lifted its 182-day moratorium on data center building permits after adopting permanent regulations that ban data centers from being located over the Spokane Valley-Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer and require developers to apply for conditional use permits with public comment opportunities. The moratorium-to-regulation pipeline is being cited as a model by other communities.

Sandpoint

Idaho

In force

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

The Sandpoint City Council approved a code amendment prohibiting large standalone data centers over 5,000 square feet at a Wednesday meeting reported September 18, 2026. The action followed council direction to staff on July 15 after data centers were found to be permitted in one of the city's three industrial zones.

Aurora

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through March 24, 2026

180-day moratorium, 10-1. Expired Mar 24, 2026 and replaced by permanent regulations: noise limits (56/46 dB day/evening), water standards, energy efficiency, annual reporting. 10 existing DCs. The measure runs to March 24, 2026.

Bourbonnais

In force

Village moratorium on data centers through January 31, 2027

180-day moratorium on data center applications; ~100 residents attended June 1 meeting raising concerns. The measure runs to January 31, 2027.

Champaign County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Champaign County Board approved a 12-month moratorium on large-scale data centers on April 23, 2026.

Chicago

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Mayor Brandon Johnson signed Executive Order 2026-5 on Aug 11, 2026, directing city departments to strengthen data center oversight and calling on City Council to enact a temporary moratorium. Executive order imposes enhanced air pollution, noise, and planned development review requirements immediately. City Council must approve the moratorium for it to take effect. 90-day rulemaking clock set for Dept of Environment. The measure has no documented term.

City of Bloomington

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Bloomington City Council approved a six-month moratorium on data centers with capacity greater than 5 MW on May 26, 2026.

City of Carbondale

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Carbondale City Council passed a one-year moratorium on data center development on June 23, 2026.

City of Effingham

In force

12-month data center and crypto moratorium

The Effingham City Council adopted a 12-month moratorium on data center and crypto-mine applications within city and extraterritorial limits.

City of Galesburg

In force

180-day data center moratorium

Galesburg City Council voted 7-0 to adopt a 180-day moratorium on accepting, processing or approving data center permits, through April 3, 2027, after a 6-1 vote to move it to final reading.

City of West Chicago

In force

180-day moratorium (Ordinance 26-O-0011)

The West Chicago City Council unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on new data centers and battery storage on July 20, 2026.

Lake County

In force

Ordinance amending Chapter 151: Unified Development Ordinance of the Lake County, Illinois, Code of Ordinances relating to defining and imposing a temporary

Lake County ordinance 26-1018 on data center moratorium: Ordinance amending Chapter 151: Unified Development Ordinance of the Lake County, Illinois, Code of Ordinances relating to defining and imposing a temporary moratorium on data centers Status Passed as of 2026-09-08.

Lawrence County

In force

Two-year moratorium on data centers

The Lawrence County Board approved an ordinance for a two-year moratorium on data centers at its Thursday, September 17, 2026 meeting. The county will not accept applications for data centers of at least 10,000 square feet while the moratorium is in effect. The county said the pause will allow it to learn more about data center impacts.

Logan County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through May 19, 2027

12-month moratorium (6-4 vote) on large-scale data centers; declared procedurally invalid by state's attorney June 18 for skipping ZBA advisory vote; county redrafting as of Aug 2026. Related to proposed $5B Hut 8 Logan Prairie Data Center. The measure runs to May 19, 2027.

Mattoon

In force

Moratorium on large-scale data center development

The City Council passed a moratorium on Sept. 3, 2026 covering new data center developments larger than 21,780 square feet, roughly half an acre, inside Mattoon and within the 1.5 mile area where the city holds zoning authority. Existing operations may continue. The moratorium renews annually unless the council acts to change or end it.

Ottawa

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 25, 2027

Original 180-day moratorium established Mar 3, 2026. Unanimously extended Aug 19, 2026 through Aug 25, 2027 due to state inaction on the POWER Act. City drafting its own ordinance but waiting for state guidelines. The measure runs to August 25, 2027.

Peoria

In force

Communication from the City Manager and Director of Community Development with a Request to Concur with the Planning & Zoning Commission and Staff to ADOPT

Peoria Ordinance 22-294 on data center zoning: Communication from the City Manager and Director of Community Development with a Request to Concur with the Planning & Zoning Commission and Staff to ADOPT an ORDINANCE Amending Appendix A Status Adopted as of 2022-09-13.

Plainfield

In force

Plainfield data center moratorium

On April 21, 2026, Plainfield Village Board unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on data center and warehouse-for-computing-infrastructure proposals. The moratorium pauses applications while the village monitors pending Illinois General Assembly legislation (POWER Act, SB4016/HB5513) and develops comprehensive land use regulations. Mayor John Argoudelis said extensions are 'highly likely' and warned 'we are not interested in going down that route.' Action follows data center pushback in nearby Joliet and Yorkville.

Rockford

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 3, 2027

6-month pause passed 14-0. Does not cover the Edson Road parcel Monarch Energy is pursuing, an existing annexation agreement already permits data centers there. The measure runs to February 3, 2027.

Tazewell County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Board amended zoning code to prohibit unlisted uses and directed zoning department not to accept DC petitions while ordinance is developed (de facto moratorium). Formal moratorium discussed but opinions varied. Committee recommended removing agricultural land from DC sites. Ordinance still in development as of Aug 2026. The measure has no documented term.

Tazewell County Board, IL

In force

Tazewell County Board, IL data center moratorium

Tazewell County Board approved a resolution directing the zoning department to stop accepting data center petitions while drafting a new ordinance. Zoning code amended so unlisted land uses are prohibited rather than permitted by default.

Town of Normal

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Normal Town Council voted 6-1 to extend its data center moratorium by six months, through May 31, 2027, pending possible state regulation.

Town of Normal, IL

In force

Town of Normal, IL data center moratorium

Town of Normal approved a 6-month data center moratorium effective through Nov 30, 2026. No company named.

Troy

In force

Troy data center moratorium

The Troy, Illinois, Planning Commission approved a six-month moratorium on data processing centers in March 2026, following the collapse of Cloverleaf Infrastructure's proposal for a 1.4-million-square-foot hyperscale data center sited less than a mile from neighborhoods, daycares, and senior living facilities. Hundreds of residents packed a meeting at Triad High School in February to challenge the project. The moratorium prevents new data center applications while the planning commission strengthens zoning ordinances. Troy Planning Commission approved a six-month moratorium on data processing centers on March 13, after Cloverleaf Infrastructure's 500MW proposal collapsed following massive public opposition. Hundreds of residents packed Triad High School in February. City Council final passage expected March 16.

Village of Godfrey

In force

Data center application moratorium

The Godfrey village board unanimously enacted a data center application moratorium and later extended it 180 days to January 31, 2027.

Windy City

Proposed

Chicago proposes 12-month moratorium on data center construction

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson proposed a 12-month moratorium on data center construction to allow time for developing policies addressing local impacts. The proposal was announced on September 25, 2026.

Woodford County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 18, 2027

6-month moratorium on data center applications, extendable once by another 6 months, while the county holds public hearings and drafts an ordinance. Unanimously approved at Aug 18 board meeting. The measure runs to February 18, 2027.

Boone County

In force

One-year data center moratorium (Ordinance 2026-08)

Boone County commissioners voted unanimously on June 15, 2026 for a one-year moratorium (through June 15, 2027) pausing new data center applications; it does not affect Meta's campus in the LEAP district.

Boone County Area Plan Commission (moratorium recommendation), IN

In force

Boone County Area Plan Commission (moratorium recommendation), IN data center moratorium

Boone County Area Plan Commission unanimously forwarded a favorable recommendation to the County Commissioners for a one-year moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas. Meta's $10B Lebanon campus is incorporated and would not be affected. As of May 21, 2026: County Commissioners' vote postponed to at least June; a public hearing is being scheduled. The one-year moratorium would pause unincorporated-area projects while the county finishes its comprehensive plan. On June 15, 2026 the Boone County Commissioners voted unanimously to enact a one-year moratorium (June 16, 2026-June 15, 2027) pausing new data center applications in unincorporated Boone County and the town of Advance, while the county drafts zoning rules. It does not affect Meta's ~$10B Lebanon LEAP campus (annexed before construction). On Monday June 15, 2026 the Boone County (Indiana) Commissioners unanimously adopted a one-year moratorium on new data center development in the county's unincorporated areas (and the town of Advance), effective June 16, 2026 through June 15, 2027. This finalizes the favorable recommendation the Boone County Area Plan Commission had forwarded. The...

Cass County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance Comm-Ord-2026-08 on Apr 21, 2026, on the Plan Commission's favorable recommendation from an Apr 7 hearing. The ordinance amends the zoning ordinance's district-use table to mark "Data Processing" a prohibited use in every district, Agricultural, Residential, Business, Industrial and Commercial General, a permanent ban, not a time-limited pause. All three commissioners (Ruth Baker, president; Mike Deitrich; Roger Spencer) signed it, 3-0. No named company or project triggered it. "Cass County" + "data center" news searches are dominated by an unrelated fight in Cass County, Michigan, do not conflate the two. The measure has no end date by design.

Clark County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

One-year moratorium to study and review potential zoning amendments. Planning director working with five jurisdictions developing DC regulations. Commissioner noted expectation of state-level legislation. The measure has no documented term.

Clarksville

In force

Town moratorium on data centers with no end date

Permanent ban on data centers; town council updated ordinances to prohibit data center facilities. The measure has no end date by design.

DeKalb County (Auburn)

Proposed

DeKalb County (Auburn) data center moratorium (proposed)

The DeKalb County, Indiana Plan Commission recommended a 6-month data center moratorium on April 14, 2026, sending the measure to the County Commissioners for final action. The recommendation is aimed at giving the county time to draft zoning standards ahead of any speculative data center proposals near Auburn.

Dearborn County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 25, 2027

Up to 1-year moratorium on processing rezoning applications for commercial solar, battery storage (BESS), and data centers, adopted Feb 25 and effective Feb 26, 2026. Prompted by 1,700+ petition signatures against Linea Energy's roughly 1,200-acre solar proposal for Manchester Township; no data center application had been filed. The county is drafting a solar ordinance first and has paused data-center/BESS ordinance work until that's done; a 7-member citizen advisory committee (26 applicants for 6 seats) formed in May 2026 to advise on the solar rules. The measure runs to February 25, 2027 and covers rezoning requests.

Elkhart

In force

Moratorium on data centers and battery storage facilities

The City Council voted unanimously at a special hearing on Aug. 27, 2026 to pause new applications for data centers and battery energy storage facilities through Dec. 31, 2027 while the city studies electrical capacity, water use, public safety, traffic, noise and environmental impacts. The pause applies inside the city only, not to Elkhart County. Dozens of residents spoke in favor and some asked for a permanent ban.

Fayette County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 18, 2027

Commissioners approved the ordinance May 5, 2026, effective May 18, contingent on the City of Connersville adopting the same measure (the county and city share an Area Plan Commission) at its own May 18 meeting. Economic-development CEO Brad Colter told commissioners there was no data-center deal, NDA or discussion in place for the county, and backed the pause so the APC could commission an impact study and draft zoning standards; Commissioner Dale Strong said it "will give the Planning Commission time to develop appropriate zoning regulations." Preemptive, no local data-center policy existed before this. The measure runs to May 18, 2027.

Fort Wayne

Proposed

Proposed one-year data center moratorium

Fort Wayne City Council delayed a decision on a proposed one-year data center moratorium and related task force ordinances for three weeks to consider amendments; the item returns in mid-October 2026.

Franklin County

In force

Franklin County data center moratorium

Franklin County, Indiana, Commissioners voted unanimously to extend the data center moratorium through February 2027, preventing new applications while the county gathers information and develops regulations for large-scale data center operations like ABEI Energy's proposed $1.75 billion, 860MW facility on 300 acres ($1.8B). The extended timeline provides additional study time beyond the original one-year term.

Fulton County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 2, 2027

The Area Plan Commission recommended the moratorium 6-1 on Feb 10, 2026 at a standing-room-only hearing; the Board of Commissioners adopted a 1-year pause 2-1 on Mar 2. Commissioner Dave Sommers cast the dissenting vote ("I've got to represent 20,000 people, not just 2,000"); Bryan Lewis and Rick Ranstead voted yes. Triggered by Decennial Group's proposed ~500 MW / 300-acre campus near Akron, presented to 40+ residents at a contentious Feb 4 open house before any site or tenant was named. A data-center review committee formed during the pause to study impacts and draft zoning; no source confirms its final recommendations or a follow-on vote. The measure runs to March 2, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 500 MW.

Grant County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 16, 2028

Ordinance 4-2026: 24-month moratorium on improvement-location permits for data centers in unincorporated Grant County, unanimous (3-0), or until the Area Plan Commission's data center zoning amendments are adopted, whichever comes first. Does not bind Marion, Gas City or other incorporated towns. An APC subcommittee finished its first review of a draft ordinance in Aug 2026. The measure runs to March 16, 2028.

Howard County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 18, 2027

1-year permit moratorium in unincorporated Howard County, adopted unanimously (3-0) after the Plan Commission's nearly unanimous favorable recommendation. County Attorney Alan Wilson introduced it, saying the zoning ordinance doesn't cover data centers and stating plainly at adoption: "No one is coming. There are no applications pending." Commissioner Brad Bray volunteered to chair a study committee after public pressure; the pause may lift early once rules are drafted or be extended if needed. Separate from the City of Kokomo's own track, where the Common Council rejected a moratorium and is instead advancing a zoning ordinance for a 700-acre annexed industrial park (final vote expected Sep 14, 2026). The measure runs to August 18, 2027.

Indianapolis (Marion County)

In force

Data center moratorium through 2027

The Metropolitan Development Commission gave final approval 6-0 on Aug. 19, 2026 to zoning proposal 2026-AO-001, following the City-County Council's 23-1 vote. The pause took effect immediately and runs no later than Dec. 31, 2027. Three already-approved projects (DC Blox, Metrobloks, Sabey) are unaffected.

Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission (data center development standards recommendation)

Proposed

Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission (data center development standards recommendation) data center moratorium (proposed)

Indianapolis Metropolitan Development Commission voted 5-3 to loosen the draft data center ordinance's noise limit from 55 decibels (the standard set in the June 26 revised draft, following community feedback) back up to 65 decibels, while keeping mandatory water/electrical-capacity/noise-mitigation plans and utility written confirmation of capacity -- advancing the process begun with an April 21 pause resolution and April 23 draft regulations. Full City-County Council vote expected August 2026. On 2026-07-13 the City-County Council's Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee voted 10-3 to recommend a moratorium (proposed by Council President Maggie Lewis) pausing new data center approvals until 2027-12-31, alongside the new zoning class. NOT yet final -- the full Council vote is scheduled for 2026-08-10. Mayor Hogsett supports the moratorium.

Jeffersonville

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Jeffersonville City Council voted 8-0 on Aug. 4, 2026 for a one-year data center moratorium; it does not apply to the River Ridge Commerce Center or the Meta facility under construction there.

Madison County Plan Commission (moratorium requested by Citizens Action Coalition + 27 orgs), IN

In force

Madison County Plan Commission (moratorium requested by Citizens Action Coalition + 27 orgs), IN data center moratorium

Citizens Action Coalition and 27 public-interest organizations pushed Madison County to adopt a data center moratorium at the May 12 Plan Commission meeting, part of a statewide local-moratorium campaign. Outcome not confirmed. On June 17, 2026 the Madison County (IN) Commissioners approved a six-month data center moratorium, the ninth Indiana county to do so. The Plan Commission will consider a further six-month extension in July, and a subcommittee will draft energy-development ordinances with public hearings targeted for October. On June 17 the Madison County (IN) Commissioners voted unanimously for a 6-month data center moratorium (potential extension to one year), effective immediately, after the Planning Commission recommended it the prior week (one dissent). No official data center proposals have been received;... The Madison County Planning Commission recommended extending the existing data center moratorium from six months to a full year; the County Commissioners are scheduled to vote on the extension 2026-08-04.

Marshall County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Permanent ban, the Board of Commissioners replaced an earlier temporary moratorium (adopted around Jan 2025, reportedly the first in the state) with a prohibition on "Data Processing" uses in the county zoning ordinance. Commissioner Jesse Bohannon said no company had actually proposed a project in Marshall County, the ban followed concern after Amazon and Microsoft campuses were built in neighboring St. Joseph and La Porte counties. Same day, commissioners also adopted a battery-storage setback ordinance and advanced a solar-farm acreage cap. No exact ordinance number could be confirmed from a public source; do not publish one without verifying it. The measure has no end date by design.

Merrillville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 31, 2027

1-year moratorium (Jun 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027) adopted at the Town Council's May 26, 2026 meeting, citing four developers who had already approached the town. Council President Rick Bella said the town is watching the AWS/"Hobart Devco" campus under construction in neighboring Hobart before writing its own rules. A widely syndicated report of a further 6-month extension (~Jul 2026) could not be traced to a verifiable source. The measure runs to May 31, 2027.

Miami County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Moratorium on accepting, processing and approving all data center applications and permits, adopted May 4, 2026 on the Plan Commission's Apr 8 favorable recommendation. No named company drove it, an earlier, unnamed proposal "fell through" per the county's own account, and residents' stated concern was mainly proximity to Boone County's Meta campus. A permanent zoning ordinance (draft standards: 2.5-mile setback from residences, 5,000-ft general setback, per Plan Administrator Corey Roser) was set for final consideration Jul 20, 2026, but no source confirms whether commissioners adopted, revised or tabled it, the ordinance's terms and the moratorium's current status are unconfirmed pending that. The measure has no documented term and covers all data center uses.

Michigan City

Proposed

Michigan City data center moratorium delay draws frustration during council meeting

Michigan City Common Council voted 8-1 to indefinitely table its proposed temporary moratorium on new data center developments; the council attorney said members would instead draft a resolution directing the planning department.

New Albany

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 16, 2027

Up to 1-year moratorium on data center campuses over 100,000 sq ft, citywide and in the 2-mile fringe planning jurisdiction. Proposed by Mayor Jeff Gahan on Jun 9, 2026, advanced by the Plan Commission Jun 23, and adopted unanimously by the Common Council Jul 16. Study covers infrastructure, utility costs, environmental effects and neighborhood character, feeding into the city's Comprehensive Plan. No company had applied in New Albany at adoption, proactive, driven by regional pressure from the Louisville-area boom (Meta's ~700,000 sq ft facility at River Ridge in neighboring Jeffersonville, and a proposed Shadow Lake Business Park project in Charlestown). The measure runs to July 16, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 100,000 sq ft.

New Albany (Floyd County)

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The New Albany City Council unanimously approved a one-year moratorium in July 2026 blocking new data centers larger than 100,000 sq ft while it studies zoning updates.

Owen County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Owen County commissioners unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on new data center development and rezoning for data center use while the plan commission drafts permanent regulations.

Pulaski County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 2, 2027

12-month moratorium, unanimous, after the Advisory Plan Commission recommended it 5-0 on Jan 26, 2026. Preemptive, no proposal had been submitted as of the vote. Commissioner Jennifer Knebel cited the strain of the ongoing Mammoth Solar project as a reason for the pause; Commissioner Don Street said he'd hear a proposal if one came and wants the eventual ordinance to cover setbacks, power and water. A search-engine claim of a Jul 2026 extension vote could not be traced to any real article or county record and is not included here, treat the moratorium as running through approximately Feb 2, 2027 absent primary-sourced confirmation otherwise. The measure runs to February 2, 2027.

Putnam County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 17, 2026

1-year moratorium on data centers, solar, wind, and SMRs in unincorporated areas, adopted 2-1 (Beck and Helmer for; Woodall opposed, his stated reasoning wasn't individually reported). ~100 residents packed the meeting after EnergyRe's revised application for a 150 MW solar farm near Cloverdale (cut from 200 MW / ~2,000 acres, with 500-ft setbacks added). Commissioner Beck framed the pause as a chance to rewrite the county's Unified Development Ordinance. Primarily a solar fight, no distinct data-center proposal has surfaced for Putnam County, with data centers, wind and SMRs bundled in preemptively. EnergyRe subsequently withdrew the solar filing. The measure runs to November 17, 2026 and applies at a threshold of 150 MW.

Starke County

In force

12-month hyperscale data center moratorium (Ordinance 2025-37)

Starke County Commissioners unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium (Ordinance 2025-37) on permits and site plans for hyperscale data center projects in unincorporated areas after a Dec. 4, 2025 hearing.

Vermillion County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Commissioners dismissed a proposed data center ordinance in Aug 2026. Board said county remains open for business but wants time to establish reasonable parameters. One-year moratorium mentioned as possibility but not enacted. 508-MW battery project planned in county. The measure has no documented term.

Warrick County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 7, 2027

180-day moratorium, unanimous vote by the three-member Board of Commissioners on Aug 11, 2026 at the Friedman Park Event Center after expected turnout outgrew the usual meeting room. Originated as a recommendation from the Area Plan Commission's Jul 13 hearing, where the APC tabled its own draft ordinance (which would have barred data centers over 40,000 sq ft) for further study and instead recommended a temporary halt. No permit application had been filed for Project Zora as of the vote, and commissioners had declined to sign an NDA with the developer. The measure runs to February 7, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 40,000 sq ft.

Washington City Council, IN

In force

Washington City Council, IN data center moratorium

Washington City Council voted unanimously to cease all dealings with Outrigger Industrial after the developer failed to answer questions about a proposed 1,000,000-gallon/day water-demand facility. Council also directed the city attorney to investigate establishing a temporary moratorium.

White County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 20, 2026

12-month moratorium on new data center development in unincorporated White County, adopted 2-1 (Davis and Pass for; Smolek dissenting, saying a development agreement wasn't imminent and the county still owed follow-up on an earlier wind/solar pause). Prompted by Blue Ladder Development's proposed data center at Mid-America Commerce Park in Wolcott (roughly 184-300 acres, up to four data halls), which had seen repeated rezoning delays; residents cited water, land-use and transparency concerns. A same-named "White County" moratorium with different commissioner names found in search is almost certainly a different state's White County, not this one. The measure runs to October 20, 2026, applies at a threshold of 300 acres and covers rezoning requests.

Zionsville (Boone County)

In force

One-year moratorium on data centers, solar, wind and battery storage

Zionsville Town Council approved a one-year moratorium on data centers, solar farms, wind farms and battery energy storage systems, directing the plan commission to review land use rules.

Buchanan County

In force

County moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Temporary moratorium on data centers. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

City of Peosta

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Peosta City Council approved a six-month moratorium on new data center development on June 23, 2026 to allow time to craft a zoning ordinance.

Clarke County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers until a condition is met

Temporary moratorium while permanent rules are developed. The measure runs until a condition is met rather than to a date.

Clayton County

In force

Clayton County data center moratorium

Clayton County Board of Supervisors approved a temporary moratorium on rezoning requests and conditional use permits for digital asset mining/data centers in February 2025. The moratorium was originally set to expire December 31, 2025, but supervisors extended it to December 31, 2026 to allow more time for research and policy development. County officials and the Planning and Zoning Board are studying potential concerns including noise, visual impact, water use, and effects on surrounding properties.

Clinton

Failed / vetoed

Rejected local moratorium on data centers

Proposed moratorium rejected 5-2 as QTS considers an AI data center campus north of US-30/west of Mill Creek Parkway; council members argued a pause could send the wrong message to developers. The measure has no documented term.

Council Bluffs (data center moratorium denied), IA

Failed / vetoed

Council Bluffs (data center moratorium denied), IA data center moratorium (failed)

On June 15, 2026 the Council Bluffs (IA) City Council voted unanimously to DENY a proposed one-year data center moratorium, opting for a wastewater-management plan instead as the city nears wastewater capacity. Council Bluffs hosts Google's oldest/largest U.S. data center campus (~$7B+, with a May 2026 additional $7B Iowa expansion); the moratorium was prompted by wastewater-capacity concerns, not a specific new project. On June 15, 2026, the Council Bluffs City Council voted unanimously, following a public hearing, to deny Mayor Jill Shudak's proposed moratorium (up to a one-year pause) on new data center projects, which she sought to study infrastructure capacity, ordinances, and siting/build standards. Council members cited economic concerns and argued...

Dickinson County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through November 12, 2026

6-month moratorium on data centers, bitcoin, solar/battery; 4-1 vote. The measure runs to November 12, 2026.

Dubuque County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Board of Supervisors approved a 12-month moratorium on data centers on May 26, 2026 in a 2-1 vote following large public opposition over water, land and noise concerns.

Emmet County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Aug. 25, 2026 to adopt a one-year moratorium on data centers in the northwest Iowa county, citing health concerns, water use and energy demand. No developer had inquired; the board called the measure precautionary and will use the year to finish solar siting rules and then draft a data center ordinance.

Hancock County

Proposed

Proposed data center moratorium (tabled)

The Hancock County Board of Supervisors tabled a proposed data center moratorium, with only one supervisor supporting it; the board said it would focus on a comprehensive ordinance instead.

Henry County

In force

Henry County data center moratorium

Henry County imposed a moratorium, effective through December 31, halting data centers, large battery arrays, and data-mining sites while it drafts policy. The pause gives the county time to develop standards.

Ida County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers until a condition is met

Indefinite moratorium, unanimous. Supervisors want more information before allowing development. The measure runs until a condition is met rather than to a date.

Iowa County

In force

12-month data center moratorium (Resolution 2026-07-31)

The Iowa County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 2026-07-31, a 12-month moratorium on accepting, processing or approving applications for all classes of data centers in unincorporated Iowa County.

Jefferson County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 11, 2027

12-month moratorium adopted unanimously alongside a new data center ordinance; second and third readings waived so it took effect at once. County attorney recommended 1 year over the 24 months residents asked for, as more likely to survive a legal challenge. The measure runs to August 11, 2027.

Johnson County

In force

One-year data center moratorium (unincorporated)

Johnson County imposed a one-year moratorium on rezoning, site plans and building permits for data centers in unincorporated areas (expiring Nov. 8, 2026) and has since discussed extending it or adopting a ban.

Linn County

In force

18-month rezoning moratorium (EU-3 data center district)

The Board of Supervisors voted 2-1 on July 1, 2026 for an 18-month moratorium on new applications to rezone unincorporated land to the county's EU-3 large-scale data center district.

Linn County Board of Supervisors (18-month pause on EU-3 large-scale data center rezoning applications)

In force

Linn County Board of Supervisors (18-month pause on EU-3 large-scale data center rezoning applications) data center moratorium

Linn County Board of Supervisors voted 2-1 (Sami Scheetz opposed) for an 18-month pause on new rezoning applications to the county's EU-3 large-scale data center district, distinct from the county's existing data center ordinance passed in March 2026. Layered atop the ongoing Google/Palo annexation dispute in the same county. On 2026-07-21 the Linn County Planning & Zoning Commission discussed creating an exception in EU-2 zoning that would allow data centers as accessories to nuclear power plants -- a carve-out that would functionally apply almost exclusively to Google's project, since Duane Arnold is Iowa's only nuclear plant. Draft language is not expected to reach the P&Z Commission before Aug 17, 2026. The same day, Palo City Council passed its own data center zoning ordinance.

Madison County

In force

One-year data-processing-facility moratorium

The Madison County board unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on data processing facilities (including crypto mining and data centers) on June 13, 2026; single syndicated local source.

Marshall County

In force

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

The Marshall County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution imposing a six-month moratorium on applications for data centers, AI computing, data mining and cryptocurrency mining facilities in unincorporated areas.

Marshalltown

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 23, 2026

Ordinance 15123 signed Aug 24; 5-2 vote. Moratorium runs through Nov 23, 2026, extendable up to 60 additional days. Council previously voted down a 6-month moratorium in Jun. The measure runs to November 23, 2026.

Mitchell County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2026

Resolution #1336-25; moratorium on data centers until Dec 31, 2026. Voted 4-1 (Frein, Marzen, Hartogh, Wherry yes; Hendrickson nay). The measure runs to December 31, 2026.

Page County

In force

Temporary data center moratorium

The Page County Board of Supervisors approved a moratorium on data centers by a 2-1 vote on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to allow time to review county zoning. Date corrected from 7-22 (KMA article dated July 21 reports the Tuesday vote).

Plymouth County

In force

One-year revocable data center moratorium

Plymouth County supervisors approved a one-year revocable moratorium on data centers and industrial battery storage on June 17, 2026 in a 4-0 vote.

Salix

Failed / vetoed

Rejected one-year data center moratorium

The City Council voted 3-2 on Aug. 20, 2026 against a one-year moratorium, clearing the way for MidAmerican Energy and Google to continue exploring a project on roughly 900 acres the city annexed in April 2026. Council member Denise Burkhart, who had supported a pause the previous month, changed her vote after Google was identified as the prospective customer. The meeting had been delayed more than a week after death threats were posted on social media.

Sioux County

In force

One-year data center and BESS moratorium

Sioux County supervisors placed a one-year moratorium on new data centers and battery energy storage systems in unincorporated areas effective June 16, 2026.

Woodbury County

In force

12-month data center moratorium (Resolution 14064)

Supervisors voted 5-0 on June 23, 2026 (Resolution 14064) for a 12-month moratorium barring acceptance or approval of development applications for all classes of data centers in unincorporated Woodbury County.

Americus / Lyon County (Flint Hills Digital Campus), KS

In force

Americus / Lyon County (Flint Hills Digital Campus), KS data center moratorium

Americus City Council held a listening session on the proposed Flint Hills Digital Campus (developer Kanza Park Place; publicly described as a potential gigawatt-scale, roughly 1,000-acre data center campus west of Emporia) but took no formal action, explicitly declining to file any motion in order to prioritize public comment. Emporia Neighbors United founder Jay Vehige urged the city to take time and do thorough research; the group reported collecting nearly 1,850 signatures in the prior week opposing high-impact data centers and battery storage, up from roughly 1,400 signatures submitted July 8 that the Lyon County Clerk rejected as non-compliant with Kansas petition-witnessing requirements. The project remains at the announced/proposed stage with no permits issued. Lyon County Commissioners approved a 10-day 'stopgap' freeze on new data-center and solar-farm permit applications (through Aug 1, 2026) and directed County Legal Counsel to draft a six-month moratorium for a vote at the commission's next regular meeting on 2026-07-24. Kansas Reflector investigative reporting found that Gary Pinkston, the public face of the Flint Hills Digital Campus, swore under oath in a federal bankruptcy proceeding that he has 'no interest at all' in the project and denied any relationship with Kanza Park Place LLC (the registered developer entity), which he said is owned by his daughters.

Bourbon County Commission

In force

Bourbon County Commission data center moratorium

Bourbon County Commission approved a 365-day development moratorium (Resolution 24-26) by a 3-0 vote, with Commissioners Joe Allen and Gregg Motley abstaining, covering utility-scale power generation, crypto mining, data centers, and waste disposal; the county also selected Confluence as its planning/zoning consultant.

City of Lawrence (Douglas County)

In force

City of Lawrence (Douglas County) data center moratorium

The Lawrence City Commission unanimously approved a 2-year moratorium on large-scale data centers, extended from an originally proposed 1-year moratorium, and initiated a text amendment to close a by-right zoning loophole. This is a City of Lawrence action, distinct from the Douglas County Commission's separate text-amendment/de-facto pause (see douglas-county-ks-text-amendment-2026-05-06).

Edgerton (DAMAC data center denied; 6-month moratorium also denied), KS

Proposed

Edgerton (DAMAC data center denied; 6-month moratorium also denied), KS data center moratorium (proposed)

Two-part Edgerton (KS) action: on June 11, 2026 the Planning Commission DENIED (3-2) Dubai-based DAMAC Digital's ~$860M data center (a conversion of a ~400,000-sq-ft warehouse at Logistics Park Kansas City) for failing site-engineering standards (above-ground generator fuel storage), though DAMAC may resubmit; then on June 13 the City Council voted 3-2 to DENY a proposed six-month data center moratorium. A mixed outcome, the specific project was blocked but the broader pause failed.

El Dorado

In force

City moratorium on data centers through November 30, 2026

Moratorium on high-impact data centers (>10 MW or >100k gal/day water) and Tier 2/3 battery storage; enacted while city deals with citizen petition (700+ signatures) seeking permanent ban. The measure runs to November 30, 2026 and applies at a threshold of 10 MW.

Emporia

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Citizen initiative to ban high-impact data centers, ordered onto the Nov 2026 ballot by the Lyon County District Court after the city commission asked the court to review it. The petition followed zoning changes the commission approved earlier in 2026 that would allow data centers in the city. NOT settled: the declaratory judgment action on whether the measure is a proper subject for citizen initiative under Kansas law is still pending, and a yes vote may not take effect until it is decided. A parallel petition on battery energy storage is also before the court. Distinct from the Lyon County resolution, which covers unincorporated land only. The measure has no documented term.

Franklin County

In force

Moratorium on data center special use permits through 2028

The Franklin County Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution on September 2, 2026 imposing a temporary moratorium on the planning, establishment, construction and special use permit applications for data centers in unincorporated Franklin County. The moratorium runs through December 31, 2028 unless repealed earlier or extended.

Gardner (data center moratorium failed for lack of a second), KS

Failed / vetoed

Gardner (data center moratorium failed for lack of a second), KS data center moratorium (failed)

On June 1, 2026 a proposed six-month data center moratorium FAILED at the Gardner (KS) City Council, Councilmember Kelly Johnson's motion died for lack of a second; Vice President Kacy Deaton argued the city retains flexibility to 'require more' from developers. Residents had pushed for an 18-month pause and zoning definitions. (Distinct from the prior Gardner Beale-project withdrawal entry.) Neighboring Edgerton set its own moratorium consideration for June 11.

Harvey County

In force

Harvey County data center moratorium

Harvey County Commission unanimously approved a moratorium on data center construction in unincorporated areas through the end of 2028 (roughly three years). Commissioner Don Schroeder explained the moratorium gives the planning department and zoning board time to research and design regulations, as the county currently has no zoning rules for data centers, crypto mining, or related facilities. Concerns centered on water use from the Equus Beds Aquifer. Nearby Andale and Colwich residents pushed back against proposed projects, citing the importance of preserving their farming and ranching community character.

Kingman County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Resolution No. 2026-R9 imposing temporary moratorium on data centers in unincorporated county. The measure has no documented term.

Lawrence

In force

City moratorium on data centers through July 14, 2028

24-month moratorium unanimously approved on large-scale data center development; originally proposed as 1-year, extended to 2; also initiated text amendment to land development code. The measure runs to July 14, 2028.

Leavenworth County

Failed / vetoed

Expired county moratorium on data centers through August 11, 2026

90-day moratorium passed 4-1 re: Project Bluestem (1,000-acre hyperscale DC near Tonganoxie). Extension failed 3-2 on Aug 5. Moratorium expired ~Aug 11. Board voted 4-1 on Aug 13 to revisit a hold before new commission in January but did not formally re-enact. Community group retained attorney for legal fight. The measure runs to August 11, 2026.

Lyon County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 22, 2027

Resolution 12-26: 6-month pause on new data center and battery energy storage projects, unanimous, running through Jan 22, 2027, to let the county strengthen zoning rules. A companion Resolution 13-26 pauses utility-scale solar through Dec 1, 2026. Unincorporated areas only, it does not reach Emporia's Flint Hills Digital Campus. Outlets split on the vote date between Thu Jul 23 and Fri Jul 24; Jul 23 is the Thursday. The measure runs to January 22, 2027.

Marysville

In force

12-month moratorium on data center applications

The Marysville City Council unanimously adopted a 12-month temporary moratorium on data centers on Monday, September 14, 2026. No application to develop or establish a data center will be accepted, processed or approved while the Planning Commission studies amendments to the zoning ordinance. The moratorium runs to September 2027.

McPherson County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

Resolution 2026-21; permanent ban on data centers and utility-scale battery storage in unincorporated areas. Voted 3-0. Replaced earlier moratorium from summer 2025. The measure has no end date by design.

Miami County

In force

County moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Three-year moratorium restricting data centers, battery storage, and similar technologies in unincorporated areas; excludes Osawatomie's in-city Project Catalyst site. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Pottawatomie County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Public hearing Aug 20 at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wamego; 125-150 attendees; 33 speakers mostly called for moratorium. County was developing data center overlay district regulations. No moratorium enacted, county chose regulatory path instead. A petition also circulated calling for pause. The measure has no documented term.

Riley County

In force

Temporary data center moratorium

Riley County commissioners signed a resolution May 18, 2026 pausing data centers and battery storage through Nov. 12, 2026 while officials study impacts.

Saline County

In force

Three-year moratorium on data centers and energy facilities

Saline County Commission voted 4-0 on March 17, 2026 to adopt a moratorium on new data center, nuclear and hydrogen-energy applications in unincorporated areas until March 1, 2029.

Sedgwick County

In force

Interim data center development moratorium

Sedgwick County commissioners first imposed a data center moratorium in January 2026 and extended it 90 days (through Sept. 11, 2026) on May 6, 2026.

Shawnee County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 17, 2027

2-1: no final action on data center land use applications until Feb 17, 2027. Applications may still be filed, Compass Datacenters can resubmit, they just cannot be decided. The measure runs to February 17, 2027.

South Hutchinson

In force

City moratorium on data centers through May 26, 2027

One-year moratorium on large-scale data centers and battery energy storage systems; revised after original draft would have halted even small-scale container-sized data centers. The measure runs to May 26, 2027.

Allen County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 10, 2028

2-year moratorium (Ord. 26-03). Proactive, Judge-Executive observed 'headaches' in nearby Simpson County with hyperscale proposal. The measure runs to June 10, 2028.

Bell County

In force

Two-year data center moratorium

Bell County approved a two-year moratorium on data center construction, halting a Murray Industries project that had begun clearing land.

Boone County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 15, 2027

Board of Commissioners unanimously approves one-year moratorium on new DC development in unincorporated areas. The measure runs to June 15, 2027.

Bowling Green

Proposed

Bowling Green data center moratorium (proposed)

NEW item (no existing Bowling Green KY entry found). On June 16 the Bowling Green City Commission adopted data center zoning regulations (energy/water limits, noise controls, 1,500-ft residential buffer, decommissioning requirements) but REJECTED a moratorium for the second time in a 3-2 vote; the crowd erupted into chants of 'vote them out.' No projects currently proposed. Mixed outcome, residents got standards but not the pause they sought.

Boyd County (TeraWulf "Muskie" data campus opposition), KY

In force

Boyd County (TeraWulf "Muskie" data campus opposition), KY data center moratorium

At a June 2, 2026 town hall, Boyd County neighbors raised concerns about TeraWulf's proposed ~300-acre 'Muskie Data Campus' at the East Park Industrial Center (closed-loop water; phase one ~2028). The company is hosting its own town hall June 17. Boyd County approved a six-month moratorium on new data centers at a special meeting around July 9, 2026; TeraWulf's 'Muskie'/EastPark project is explicitly exempted from the moratorium.

Boyle County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Boyle County Fiscal Court adopted a one-year moratorium on June 9, 2026 halting acceptance and approval of data center applications in unincorporated areas.

Breckinridge County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Breckinridge County passed a one-year data center moratorium in November 2025 amid resident water-supply concerns; single-sourced.

Bullitt County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Bullitt County approved a one-year moratorium on new data center developments citing water and power demands.

Burgin City Council (annexation for hyperscale data center)

Proposed

Burgin City Council (annexation for hyperscale data center) data center moratorium (proposed)

Burgin City Council voted 3-2 to give first reading to an ordinance annexing farmland from Mercer County -- roughly doubling the town's size (pop. ~1,000) -- to enable a hyperscale data center project; a moratorium amendment failed. Second reading is set for July 20, 2026, with a Mercer County Planning & Zoning Commission hearing set for July 23, 2026. Shaker Village CEO Billy Rankin publicly opposed the annexation, citing incompatibility with the area's tourism and heritage economy. The move comes despite Mercer County's own existing data-center moratorium (passed March 2026), which the annexation could effectively route around. Three new developments (2026-07-13 to 07-16): (1) The Mercer County Fiscal Court voted unanimously on July 14, 2026 to direct the County Attorney to draft a data-center moratorium (motion by Magistrate Susan Barrington); it would apply only to the unincorporated county and would become void once the Harrodsburg-Mercer Joint Planning & Zoning Commission's data-center ordinance is in place. (2) The Harrodsburg City Commission, at its July 13, 2026 meeting, authorized its city attorney to draft a formal objection to Burgin's annexation, alleging Burgin failed to give Harrodsburg the required 14-day notice, since Harrodsburg holds a water-line easement/water contract crossing the annexation properties. (3) Burgin City Council canceled its regular July 14, 2026 meeting; the second reading of the annexation ordinance remains set for a special meeting on July 20, 2026. Burgin canceled the planned July 20, 2026 special meeting (announced 2026-07-16); the city's own statement said the meeting "was not legally accurate as we have not had a first reading of the ordinance," meaning the annexation cannot legally proceed to a second reading -- contradicting earlier reporting of a 3-2 first-reading vote on July 9. No new meeting date has been announced. Harrodsburg's formal objection letter, dated July 14, 2026, was confirmed sent, citing the 14-day notice defect and an estimated ~$30 million cost to reroute Harrodsburg's water line around the annexation area. The Mercer County Planning & Zoning Commission hearing remains scheduled for July 23, 2026 (outside this window); written comments were due July 20, 2026. Burgin's own 2026-07-16 statement confirms no valid first reading of the annexation ordinance ever occurred, meaning the earlier-reported 3-2 first-reading vote on July 9 was inaccurate; the annexation cannot legally proceed to a second reading absent a new first reading. No new meeting date has been announced.

Butler County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 26, 2027

Fiscal court approves one-year moratorium; no DCs currently proposed. The measure runs to June 26, 2027.

Butler County Fiscal Court

In force

Butler County Fiscal Court data center moratorium

Butler County passed a 1-year data center moratorium, the third south-central Kentucky county to do so after Edmonson and Allen counties. Exact vote date is approximate.

Cave City

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Cave City enacted a one-year moratorium blocking a proposed gigawatt-scale campus near Mammoth Cave; contested and challenged in a lawsuit by Kentucky Industrial Alliance.

Cave City Council, KY

In force

Cave City Council, KY data center moratorium

Cave City Council voted 4-1 in favor of a one-year moratorium ordinance and 4-1 against a zoning amendment that would have allowed data centers with 200-ft/1,000-ft setbacks. Council Member Leticia Cline: 'Communities still have a right to decide what kind of growth aligns with their long-term identity.' Second reading scheduled. Council enacted the 12-month moratorium on final reading 4-1 (Doyle dissenting) on data centers and associated high-impact industries; the competing zoning ordinance with setbacks was rejected. On June 8, 2026, developer Kentucky Industrial Alliance LLC filed suit in Barren County (Barren District Court) against the City of Cave City, its council, and the joint City-County Planning Commission, challenging the 12-month data center moratorium Cave City enacted May 20 (after special meetings May 18/20). The company submitted a ~380-acre data... A preliminary-injunction hearing in Kentucky Industrial Alliance LLC's suit against Cave City, its council, and the Barren County Joint Planning Commission was held; the city has moved to dismiss, arguing no valid development plan was ever filed before the moratorium took effect. The company's proposal was for a ~380-acre site on Doyle Avenue near Mammoth Cave. The outcome of the injunction hearing was not confirmed in available reporting.

Clark County

In force

County moratorium on data centers for a stated term

County commissioners approve one-year moratorium on DC construction in unincorporated county; Winchester (county seat) passed its own moratorium separately. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Daviess County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Daviess County Fiscal Court unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on data center applications on May 28, 2026.

Edmonson County

In force

One-year moratorium (Ordinance EC26-18)

The Edmonson County Fiscal Court adopted Ordinance EC26-18 on June 8, 2026, a one-year moratorium on data centers, AI facilities, and crypto mining.

Georgetown

In force

City moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2026

City council backs moratorium on data centers through end of year; directs Georgetown-Scott County Planning Commission to recommend zoning regulations. The measure runs to December 31, 2026.

Lexington (Fayette County)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 31, 2026

Moratorium on permits, development plans, and zone changes, unanimous. Expires Oct 31; Planning Division drafting Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment proposals. The measure runs to October 31, 2026.

Lexington-Fayette Urban County

In force

Moratorium on data center development

The Urban County Council unanimously passed a moratorium pausing data center permits and zone changes through October 31, 2026, after the former Lexmark site was bought by a data center developer.

Lexington-Fayette Urban County (no incentives for DartPoints + council moratorium), KY

In force

Lexington-Fayette Urban County (no incentives for DartPoints + council moratorium), KY data center moratorium

On June 8, 2026 Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton announced the city will not provide public incentives to DartPoints, which closed a ~$29M private purchase of the former Lexmark property (745 W. New Circle Rd, ~29.5 acres) for a data center expansion; Gorton backs 'very tight controls,' noting data centers add few jobs while raising resident utility costs. Around June 9 the Urban County Council unanimously passed a moratorium on new data center approvals through Oct 31, 2026, with a Planning Commission public input session June 11.

Logan County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 30, 2027

12-month pause in unincorporated areas, adopted specifically to study local water supply capacity against high-consumption users. The measure runs to July 30, 2027.

London

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through September 30, 2028

2-year pause passed 5-1, running to Sep 30, 2028 and extendable a further year by council. The measure runs to September 30, 2028.

Louisville

Proposed

Louisville's proposed data center regulations

A Metro Council committee considered Louisville's proposed data center regulations. The action took place on September 15, 2026.

Louisville Metro Council (Councilwoman Chappell reintroduces moratorium on telecom hotels / data centers), KY

Proposed

Louisville Metro Council (Councilwoman Chappell reintroduces moratorium on telecom hotels / data centers), KY data center moratorium (proposed)

Councilwoman Jennifer Chappell (D-15) refiled an ordinance temporarily pausing rezoning, conditional use permits, and plan applications for telecom hotels / data centers in Louisville Metro. Planning & Zoning Committee meeting June 2.

Louisville-Jefferson County Metro

In force

Six-month moratorium on new data centers

Metro Council voted 24-1 on Aug. 13, 2026 to bar planners from approving new data center proposals for six months or until comprehensive zoning rules are adopted; amended on the floor to also cover conversions of existing buildings.

Lyon County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Data center moratorium ordinance passed unanimously by the fiscal court, which will form a committee on environmental impact and utility use; reported as delaying inquiries for up to two years, modelled on Allen County's 2-year ordinance. Magistrates and Judge-Executive Jaime Green-Smith said the Lake Barkley area may be unsuitable for a data center. No outlet gave the vote date or an end date, so none is recorded here. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Meade County

In force

Temporary moratorium (Ordinance 2025-07)

The Meade County Fiscal Court adopted Ordinance 2025-07 on January 13, 2026, a temporary moratorium on data center/IT infrastructure applications after rejecting a rezoning.

Meade County (moratorium)

In force

Meade County (moratorium) data center moratorium

Meade County, Kentucky, Fiscal Court adopted Ordinance 2025-07 on January 13, 2026, establishing a moratorium on data center development while the county reviews its zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan, which do not specifically address data centers. The moratorium followed the Fiscal Court's earlier vote to deny rezoning of 138 acres along Joe Prather Highway for a PowerHouse Industries data center, after both the Planning and Zoning Commission and residents raised concerns about water and electricity usage, environmental impacts, and the urgency of the planning process.

Mercer County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

1-year moratorium in unincorporated areas, unanimous. Does NOT apply to City of Burgin, which is pursuing annexation to accommodate a proposed hyperscale data center. Grassroots group 'We Are Mercer County' active. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Mercer County Fiscal Court

Proposed

Mercer County Fiscal Court data center moratorium (proposed)

The Mercer County Fiscal Court voted unanimously on July 14, 2026 (motion by Magistrate Susan Barrington) to direct the County Attorney to draft a new data-center moratorium covering unincorporated Mercer County. The vote came amid the contested Burgin annexation of farmland for a proposed hyperscale data center (tracked separately) and is distinct from the county's existing March 2026 moratorium; the new measure would become void once the Harrodsburg-Mercer Joint Planning & Zoning Commission adopts a formal data-center ordinance. The Fiscal Court gave unanimous first reading to the formal moratorium ordinance; second and final reading is set for August 11, 2026. The local group 'We Are Mercer County,' represented by attorney W. Henry Graddy, spoke in support at the reading.

Nelson County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Nelson County Fiscal Court passed a one-year moratorium on all data center applications regardless of size.

Nicholasville

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The city commission passed a six-month moratorium on data centers on Aug. 10, 2026, citing utility cost, property tax and water-consumption concerns in the surrounding farming community.

Oldham County

In force

150-day data center moratorium

Oldham County passed a 150-day data center moratorium running until late November 2026.

Oldham County Fiscal Court (moratorium blocking 'Project Lincoln')

In force

Oldham County Fiscal Court (moratorium blocking 'Project Lincoln') data center moratorium

Oldham County passed a 150-day moratorium (until 2026-11-28) after removing a draft carve-out that would have exempted in-progress projects, directly blocking Western Hospitality Partners' 'Project Lincoln.'

Rowan County

In force

Two-year moratorium on large-scale data centers

The Fiscal Court approved a two-year moratorium on large-scale data centers in early September 2026, before any project had been proposed. The county has no zoning, so a buyer could otherwise start a data center without county review. Officials plan to use the pause to develop conditional use permitting.

Russell

In force

Before you say yes to a data center, listen to this advice from coal country

The town of Russell, Kentucky enacted a moratorium on data center development. The mayor learned of a proposed two-gigawatt data center and the potential impact of the moratorium from a consultant's email.

Scott County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through September 13, 2026

On September 24, 2026, the Scott County Fiscal Court extended its data center moratorium, which had been set to run through December, until March 2027 to give the Georgetown-Scott County Planning Commission time to draft regulatory standards.

Shelby County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2026

Fiscal court implements temporary moratorium on new data centers through Dec 31, 2026; assessing impacts on infrastructure, water, and emergency services. The measure runs to December 31, 2026.

Versailles

In force

Data center moratorium through end of 2026

The Versailles City Council voted unanimously to halt all data center-related development through December 31, 2026.

Winchester

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Sept. 1, 2026 to pause data center development for one year inside the city limits, citing the absence of specific zoning rules and unresolved questions about utilities, rates and the environment. The rest of Clark County is not covered, so sites outside the city could still be developed.

Woodford County

In force

Permanent countywide ban on data center construction

The Woodford County Fiscal Court unanimously passed an ordinance on Sept. 8, 2026 banning the construction of data centers, landfills and large battery storage systems in the county, the first permanent county ban on data center construction in Kentucky. Judge-Executive James Kay said the court chose a permanent ban over a moratorium after residents voiced uniform opposition.

Caddo Parish

Louisiana

Failed / vetoed

Proposed two-year moratorium on data-center tax incentives

On August 31, 2026, the Caddo Parish Commission voted 6 to 4, with 2 absent, against a resolution asking the Planning and Zoning Commission to consider a pause on data center construction. The resolution would only have started the moratorium process. Most of unincorporated Caddo Parish has no zoning, so Amazon data center projects can proceed without local restrictions.

New Orleans

Louisiana

In force

One-year data center moratorium

City Council voted unanimously in late January 2026 for a one-year citywide moratorium (extendable to two years), effectively killing a proposed New Orleans East data center.

St. Charles Parish

Louisiana

Failed / vetoed

Rejected county moratorium on data centers

Parish Council voted 5-3 against an 8-month moratorium on data centers. Instead chose immediate regulation; unanimously approved first data center zoning regulations in June 2026 (noise limits, buffer zones). The measure has no documented term.

Bangor

In force

180-day data center moratorium

City Council passed a 180-day moratorium on data center development by a unanimous 9-0 vote on April 13, 2026, citing sudden industry pressure and unknown infrastructure impacts.

Biddeford

Proposed

Proposed city moratorium on data centers with no end date

Planning Board unanimously recommended permanent ban on data centers; City Council voted 8-1 Jun 3 to advance amendments; final Council vote expected November. Would prohibit data centers in all zoning districts. The measure has no end date by design.

Brunswick

In force

Town moratorium on data centers through November 29, 2026

180-day moratorium on data centers >= 1 MW; unanimous vote; stricter than vetoed state bill (20 MW threshold). The measure runs to November 29, 2026 and applies at a threshold of 1 MW.

City of Westbrook (180-day data center moratorium enacted), ME

In force

City of Westbrook (180-day data center moratorium enacted), ME data center moratorium

On June 1, 2026, the Westbrook City Council unanimously approved a 180-day data center moratorium; the planning board will review the land-use ordinance and report back. It is part of a Maine wave (Sanford, Gorham, Brunswick, Scarborough) responding to Gov. Mills’s April veto of a statewide pause.

Dover-Foxcroft

Proposed

Proposed six-month ban on large-scale data centers

The Select Board was considering a six-month ban on large-scale data center development in September 2026, with passage expected by the end of the month.

Eastport

In force

Moratorium on the DeepGreen underwater data center proposal

The City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 14, 2026 to adopt a temporary moratorium covering the proposed DeepGreen Holdings subsea data center in the Bay of Fundy. Following a special public hearing on Aug. 24 on citizen-initiated ordinances, the Planning Board unanimously recommended a permanent ban on data centers across all zoning districts; the council takes up that recommendation at a special meeting on Sept. 9, 2026.

Ellsworth

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 13, 2027

180-day moratorium approved 4-1; preemptive, no data center inquiries received. Gives city time to study impacts and develop recommendations. Part of wave of Maine municipal moratoriums after governor vetoed statewide DC moratorium in April. The measure runs to February 13, 2027.

Gorham

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 29, 2026

Town Council voted 7-0 for 180-day moratorium on data center development; extendable another 180 days. Council later voted (Sep 4) to consider permanent ban. The measure runs to November 29, 2026.

Lewiston

In force

City council rejection of proposed data center

The City Council unanimously voted down a proposed data center project in December 2025.

North Berwick

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Select Board placed a permanent data center ban (facilities ≥25,000 sq ft) on the November 2026 ballot as a zoning amendment. Skipped a moratorium step; voters will decide. The measure has no documented term and applies at a threshold of 25,000 sq ft.

Old Town (Penobscot County)

Proposed

Proposed six-month data center moratorium

Old Town City Council voted unanimously Sept. 8, 2026 to advance a proposed 180-day moratorium on data centers in industrial zones, retroactive to that meeting, with a special council meeting set for Sept. 21 and two more meetings required before final approval. No confirmation of any Sept. 21 or 22 action was found.

Peru

Proposed

Proposed 180-day data center moratorium (November ballot)

The Selectboard approved placing a 180-day moratorium on data center construction before voters in November 2026.

Sabattus (Androscoggin County)

Proposed

Proposed temporary data center moratorium

The Sabattus Select Board voted to call a special town meeting for residents to vote on a data center moratorium while the Planning Board drafts an ordinance; no meeting date was set. The board vote was Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (article dated July 22). No result of a town meeting vote was found.

Sanford

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 31, 2027

91-day emergency moratorium enacted May 19, 2026, halting a proposed Mousam River data center project; extended unanimously for 180 more days on Aug 5, 2026. The measure runs to January 31, 2027.

Scarborough

Proposed

Scarborough takes step towards zoning out data centers

The town of Scarborough is considering a zoning proposal aimed at regulating data centers. The action was reported on September 17, 2026.

Town of Brunswick (180-day data center moratorium), ME

In force

Town of Brunswick (180-day data center moratorium), ME data center moratorium

On June 1, 2026 the Brunswick, Maine Town Council unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium (through ~Dec 2026) on processing applications for new or expanded data centers with electrical demand of 1 MW or greater, to study impacts and draft regulations. It followed Gov. Mills's April 2026 veto of statewide moratorium bill LD 307 and a failed override; Brunswick joins Westbrook and Scarborough among Maine towns enacting local pauses.

Town of Scarborough (180-day data center moratorium enacted), ME

In force

Town of Scarborough (180-day data center moratorium enacted), ME data center moratorium

On June 3, 2026, the Scarborough Town Council unanimously approved a 180-day data center moratorium, retroactive to April 1, halting a ~52-acre data center proposal submitted in April and giving the town time to revise zoning.

Town of Warren (180-day data center moratorium)

In force

Town of Warren (180-day data center moratorium) data center moratorium

A special town meeting approved a 180-day data center moratorium in near-unanimous fashion, with about 60 residents attending -- nearly double normal turnout -- and the moratorium is renewable in further 180-day increments. No data center applications have been filed in Warren; the vote was preemptive, citing concerns about water and power use and potential river-temperature impacts.

Westbrook

In force

City moratorium on data centers through November 28, 2026

180-day moratorium on siting, permitting, construction and operation of data centers regardless of MW; unanimous vote. The measure runs to November 28, 2026.

Wiscasset

In force

Wiscasset data center moratorium

Wiscasset Selectboard voted in November 2025 to pause conversations about a $5B data center on town-owned land along the Back River after resident Richard Davis launched 'Protect Wiscasset,' a grassroots campaign. Little information about the end user, utility usage, or power source had been disclosed after the project was first revealed on September 16, 2025, alarming residents. The selectboard is developing a transparent evaluation process with no established timeline for completion. The project involves 300 acres.

Anne Arundel

Paused

Anne Arundel Steps Back From Ban on Data Center Development

The Anne Arundel County government paused a proposed ban on data center development. This action was taken on 2026-09-25.

Baltimore City

In force

One-year moratorium on data centers of 10 MW or more

The City Council passed a one-year moratorium in early May 2026 on construction of data centers projected to use 10 MW or more of electricity annually, and Mayor Brandon Scott signed it. Introduced by Council President Zeke Cohen and sponsored by 12 of the 15 members, it also requires a nine-month study of impacts on energy infrastructure, ratepayers, the economy, and environmental and public health.

Baltimore County

In force

Freeze on data center permits pending planning study

The County Council, which adopted a data center moratorium in February 2026, voted unanimously on September 22, 2026, to extend it through December 31, 2027.

Calvert County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously on Aug. 18, 2026 for a six-month moratorium on site plan approvals for data center projects, effective Aug. 28, 2026.

Caroline County

In force

One-year moratorium on new data centers

County commissioners voted in July 2026 to establish a one-year moratorium on new data centers in the county's unincorporated areas while officials research impacts and consider regulations.

Carroll County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Board of County Commissioners approved a one-year moratorium on data centers on Feb. 19, 2026 to allow study of economic and environmental impacts and drafting of regulations. Commissioners have since directed staff to continue work on zoning rules before the deferral expires, weighing water limits and electricity costs.

Chesapeake Beach

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Town Council voted 4-0 to pass ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zones. Calvert County waterfront municipality acted preemptively, no known developer interest. Concerns over environmental impact and tourism economy. The measure has no end date by design.

Dickerson (Montgomery County)

In force

Dickerson (Montgomery County) data center moratorium

California-based Atmosphere Data Centers plans a $2 billion, 300MW data center complex on 170 acres at the site of a decommissioned coal-fired power plant in Dickerson, Maryland,. Atmosphere filed for water withdrawal and discharge permits from the Potomac River upstream from the WSSC water intake that serves millions in the DC metro area. The Sugarloaf Citizens Association and a coalition of 20+ environmental organizations are calling for a moratorium on data center approvals until the County Council approves regulations. County Executive Elrich said the developers 'have a right to go forward' in the planning process, though he has floated a six-month moratorium. The data center debate has fueled election-year tensions.

Dorchester County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

1-year moratorium. Part of the Eastern Shore moratorium cluster. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Federalsburg

In force

City moratorium on data centers through August 4, 2029

Town Council unanimously passed a 3-year moratorium on data center development (5-0); also introduced ordinance to ban data centers entirely. The measure runs to August 4, 2029.

Frederick County

In force

Data center permitting pause through end of 2026

County Executive Jessica Fitzwater signed an order July 1, 2026 pausing new data center permitting and approvals through year-end; it does not affect previously approved projects.

Harford County

In force

Permanent ban on data centers in all zoning districts

Bill 26-011, proposed by County Executive Bob Cassilly, passed the County Council unanimously after a public hearing and was signed on June 10, 2026. It removes data centers as a permitted use in every zoning district, making Harford the first Maryland county to adopt an outright permanent ban. The law's drafting has drawn legal threats and supporters have acknowledged it may face a court challenge.

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly (proposed legislation to permanently ban data centers countywide; public hearing May 18, vote June 1), MD

Proposed

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly (proposed legislation to permanently ban data centers countywide; public hearing May 18, vote June 1), MD data center moratorium (proposed)

Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly proposed legislation to permanently ban data centers countywide, going beyond Council Member Bennett's 90-day moratorium (Bill 26-005). Public hearing set May 18; County Council vote scheduled June 1, 2026. May 19, 2026: County Council withdrew the competing 180-day moratorium (Bill 26-005) and voted unanimously to convert Cassilly's permanent ban (Bill 26-011) into emergency legislation. New public hearing June 9; if approved, ban takes effect immediately on signature.

Howard County

In force

S.M.A.R.T. Siting Act moratorium through Nov. 2, 2027

The County Council voted unanimously in early June 2026 to suspend new data center development through Nov. 2, 2027 and to create a task force that has one year to report findings and recommendations. Existing facilities and projects already approved for construction are not affected.

Howard County (temporary data center moratorium through Nov 2027), MD

In force

Howard County (temporary data center moratorium through Nov 2027), MD data center moratorium

The Howard County Council passed CB31-2026, a temporary moratorium pausing data center development through November 2027 to modernize the county's roughly 1993-era zoning regulations covering energy, water, and siting. Sponsored by Councilmember Christiana Rigby.

Montgomery County

In force

18-month data center moratorium

County Executive Marc Elrich's initial six-month pause (June 2026) was extended to an 18-month moratorium on data center permits.

Montgomery County (Executive Elrich 6-month data center moratorium EO), MD

In force

Montgomery County (Executive Elrich 6-month data center moratorium EO), MD data center moratorium

On June 13, 2026 Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich signed an executive order imposing a six-month moratorium on new data center permits, directing the Department of Permitting Services to stop accepting or processing applications, effective immediately, including the prospective data center at the decommissioned Dickerson power plant site. Elrich stressed 'it's not a ban' but a window to set clear rules.

Prince George's County

In force

Two-year hyperscale data center moratorium

The County Council passed a two-year moratorium on hyperscale data center development on July 8, 2026 to draft comprehensive siting legislation, following opposition to a Landover Mall campus plan.

Prince George's County (Landover)

In force

Prince George's County (Landover) data center moratorium

The Qualified Data Center Task Force released a 460+ page report with 14 recommendations. Key proposals include ending 'permitted-by-right' approvals for data centers, requiring special-exception or planned-development processes with community hearings, tightening zoning restrictions, protecting environmentally sensitive areas, and increasing buffer distances from homes.

Prince George's County Council (2-year data center moratorium)

In force

Prince George's County Council (2-year data center moratorium) data center moratorium

County Council approved a 2-year pause on new data center development applications, giving officials time to develop a zoning framework for where/how data centers can be built; the pause can end early if that framework is adopted sooner. One clear 'no' vote (Councilmember Tim Adams, objecting to the 2-year length) plus some abstentions. The moratorium grew out of the county's Qualified Data Center Task Force, formed after a proposed hyperscale conversion of the Landover Mall site drew protests. Prince George's is now Maryland's most restrictive data-center jurisdiction, joining Montgomery, Frederick, and Baltimore counties in pausing development.

Queen Anne's County

In force

12-month moratorium on data center applications

The County Commissioners approved a temporary 12-month moratorium on the application, processing and approval of data centers, effective immediately on adoption on June 4, 2026, to give the county time to evaluate impacts and develop policies, performance standards and zoning regulations. It may be modified or extended by the commissioners.

Ridgely

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 31, 2027

1-year moratorium; part of an Eastern Shore wave of local action after a controversial Federalsburg data center proposal. The measure runs to August 31, 2027.

Salisbury

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Planning Commission recommended 1-year moratorium on data center development (Aug 14, 2026); City Council vote pending. Mayor supports the pause. The measure has no documented term.

Somerset County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

One-year moratorium on data center siting recommended to county commissioners; outcome not confirmed. The measure has no documented term.

Talbot County

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

1-year moratorium resolution introduced; public comment hearing scheduled Sep 8. Not yet enacted. The measure has no documented term.

Washington County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Commissioners voted 4-1 on June 30, 2026 for a yearlong moratorium halting acceptance, review and approval of new data center applications after residents raised water and infrastructure concerns.

Wicomico County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through August 6, 2027

County Council unanimously imposed a 1-year moratorium on construction of data centers. The measure runs to August 6, 2027.

Worcester County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 21, 2027

Resolution No. 26-18 placing a 12-month moratorium on permits for data centers and cable landing stations. The measure runs to July 21, 2027.

Agawam

In force

City moratorium on data centers through June 3, 2027

City Council unanimously approved 270-day moratorium on data centers. Sponsored by Mayor Christopher Johnson and Council President Anthony Russo. Also unanimously approved first reading of a permanent citywide prohibition on same date. Runs through Jun 3, 2027. The measure runs to June 3, 2027.

Ayer (Middlesex County)

Proposed

Proposed temporary moratorium on data center applications

Ayer's town planner presented a proposed data center moratorium zoning bylaw to the Select Board on Sept. 15, 2026 for the Fall Special Town Meeting on Oct. 26, 2026. The claimed Sept. 22 date was not found in official records.

Boston

Proposed

Proposed citywide zoning ban on data centers

City Councilor Miniard Culpepper proposed a zoning code amendment in September 2026 that would define data centers and prohibit new facilities citywide, with exceptions for institutional and business server rooms. The change requires Boston Zoning Commission approval.

City of Westfield (1-year data center moratorium, final vote)

In force

City of Westfield (1-year data center moratorium, final vote) data center moratorium

Westfield City Council unanimously passed a 1-year moratorium on new data center construction/permitting after standing-room-only public comment; this was the second of two required votes (first vote 2026-06-18). Servistar Realty LLC's already-Planning-Board-approved project (10 buildings, 18-42 MW projected load) may be exempted/grandfathered from the new moratorium since it predates the ordinance. Ties to Gov. Healey's late-June announcement of new state tax-break standards for data centers (air/noise/water limits, no local rate spikes); Healey had previously backed a ~$30M/yr tax exemption for the Servistar project. Reporting identifies Servistar co-owner as Paul Corey and cites a $4B, 10-building, 274MW campus figure for the already-approved project, which is unaffected by the moratorium.

Greenfield

In force

Greenfield one-year data center moratorium

On September 17, 2026, the Greenfield City Council voted unanimously to adopt a one-year moratorium on data centers, following a 4-1 recommendation from the Planning Board and a 4-0 recommendation from the Economic Development Committee. The Planning Board will use the period to review zoning and study impacts on infrastructure, public safety and natural resources. The council may extend the moratorium by 180 days if recommendations are not complete within the year.

Holyoke

In force

City moratorium on data centers with no end date

City Council voted 9-4 to ban data centers from every zoning district. Mayor Joshua Garcia signed Jun 18. Exempts existing Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center (capped at 12 MW). First permanent data center ban in Massachusetts. Triggered by proposed $200M data center on Water Street; ~430 residents signed petition opposing. The measure has no end date by design and applies at a threshold of 12 MW.

Leominster

Proposed

Proposed one-year data center pause

The City Council voted unanimously to schedule a September 14, 2026 public hearing on two petitions for one-year pauses on data centers and battery storage.

Lowell

In force

360-day data center moratorium

City Council voted 10-0 on March 10, 2026 for a 360-day moratorium on new data center construction, the first such measure in Massachusetts.

Mansfield

In force

Zoning bylaw barring data centers above 2 MW

Annual Town Meeting approved Article 23 on May 5, 2026, a zoning bylaw that allows only data centers of up to 2 MW, by Planning Board special permit in certain industrial and planned business districts, and bars facilities above 2 MW anywhere in town. It was the first data center zoning bylaw adopted by a Massachusetts town. No data center had been proposed in Mansfield.

Northampton

Proposed

Proposed city moratorium on data centers

Council President Rachel Maiore presented 365-day moratorium ordinance with option for 180-day extension. Joint public hearing before Planning Board and Legislative Matters Committee set for Sep 24. No data center project pending; preemptive. The measure has no documented term.

Plymouth

Proposed

Proposed town moratorium on data centers

Select Board voted unanimously to recommend a one-year zoning moratorium on standalone commercial data centers for the Fall Town Meeting (Article 16, Oct 17 2026, Oct 16 2027). Exempts ancillary data storage. Planning Board to study grid capacity, water, noise. The measure has no documented term.

Salem

In force

Data center permit revocation upheld; citywide ban proposed

On Sep 16, 2026 the Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously to reject Prime Group Holding's appeal of the city's revocation of a permit for a 12,000-square-foot building at the Shetland Park office complex that the city classified as a data center. Mayor Dominick Pangallo has separately filed a zoning ordinance that would prohibit data center construction citywide; the City Council has not yet approved it.

Shutesbury

In force

Shutesbury data center moratorium

Shutesbury Special Town Meeting approved a 9-month moratorium bylaw on data centers on September 30, 2025. Planning Board voted 6-1 to bring it forward after a potential company expressed interest. Shutesbury is among Franklin County, MA towns being evaluated in a data center feasibility study. Massachusetts opposition to data centers has grown statewide in 2026, with Lowell passing a yearlong moratorium and Everett residents pushing for one. However, Gov. Maura Healey has come out in support of data centers (unlike Maine's Mills), creating tension with grassroots opposition. As of early 2026, no formal data center proposal has been filed in Shutesbury.

Southbridge

Proposed

Proposed town moratorium on data centers

Town Council voted unanimously to refer a proposed 12-month moratorium on data center permitting, construction and major expansion to its Planning Board. Includes possibility of two additional 180-day extensions. No project pending; preemptive. The measure has no documented term.

Spencer

Proposed

Proposed data center moratorium

The Select Board voted unanimously in September 2026 to ask the Planning Board to pursue a 12-month data center moratorium and zoning rules, with the aim of bringing it to the fall Town Meeting.

Westfield

In force

City moratorium on data centers through July 6, 2027

City Council voted unanimously on final reading for a 365-day moratorium on data center permitting and construction. First reading passed unanimously Jun 18 after 100+ residents packed council chambers. Triggered by proposed $4B Servistar Realties campus (274 MW, 10 buildings). Mayor Michael McCabe signed. The measure runs to July 6, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 274 MW.

Wilmington

Proposed

Wilmington proposed zoning bylaw prohibiting data centers over 2 MW

The Wilmington Planning Board has drafted a zoning bylaw that would prohibit data centers drawing more than 2 megawatts anywhere in town. Facilities at or below 2 MW would be allowed only in highway industrial or general industrial zones by special permit, renewable every five years. A public hearing is scheduled for September 29, 2026.

Allen Park

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Planning commission rejected 26MW data center; city council considering 6-month moratorium on data center developments as of June 2026. No confirmed vote on moratorium yet. The measure has no documented term and applies at a threshold of 26MW.

Allendale Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 8, 2027

Ordinance 2026-07, one-year moratorium on data centers, battery storage, large-scale solar, and wind farms. Township board voted to study and implement ordinance revisions. The measure runs to June 8, 2027.

Ann Arbor Township

In force

Ann Arbor Township data center moratorium

Ann Arbor Township Board of Trustees passed a 12-month moratorium on data centers. No developer has approached township officials about a data center; the moratorium is a proactive measure reflecting concerns about water, energy demand, and environmental impacts seen in neighboring communities. Opposition was led by Protect Augusta Charter Township (PACT), Stop the Data Center, and Economic Development Responsibility Alliance of Michigan (EDRA of MI). The community successfully achieved its objective.

Armada Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 14, 2026 for 180 days. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Big Rapids Charter Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 23, 2027

One-year moratorium on permitting, consideration, approval, location, construction, and installation of data center facilities. The measure runs to February 23, 2027.

Big Rapids Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Feb. 23, 2026 for one year. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Brighton Township (Livingston County)

In force

Six-month moratorium on data center applications

The Brighton Township board adopted a six-month moratorium on new data center applications to review its zoning ordinance, which does not address data centers. No application was pending.

Burlington Township (Calhoun County)

In force

Temporary moratorium on data centers and battery storage

The Burlington Township Board unanimously adopted Ordinance 2026-8-13A, a non-zoning temporary moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage systems, and passed Resolution 2026-8-13B directing the Planning Commission to draft a zoning text amendment.

Caledonia Township

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through July 1, 2026

Six-month moratorium on data center and data mining operations, backdated to Jan 1 2026. Prompted by developer inquiries about property at 68th Street and Kraft Avenue. The measure runs to July 1, 2026.

City of Portage

In force

City of Portage data center moratorium

In City of Portage, Michigan, Portage enacted a temporary moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage facilities through end of year to allow the city to review zoning rules and potential impacts. A public hearing on new ordinance amendments was scheduled for March 2026, Part of a broader trend of at least 27 Michigan communities pausing data center development.

Clark Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted June 2025 for one year. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Dearborn

In force

Dearborn City Council gives first reading to six-month data center construction halt ordinance

Dearborn City Council voted 7-0 on second and final reading to approve a six-month data center moratorium, effective October 2026 through March 31, 2027.

Delta County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 23, 2027

12-month moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining; county board approved unanimously after planning commission forwarded recommendation; county to develop zoning standards during pause. The measure runs to July 23, 2027.

Detroit

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

City Council voted 6-2 for a resolution asking Mayor Sheffield to impose a two-year moratorium on data center permits. The mayor has not adopted it, instead convening a stakeholder working group with a Dec 31, 2026 deadline for policy recommendations. The measure has no documented term.

Dexter Township

In force

Dexter Township data center moratorium

Dexter Township adopted a 180-day moratorium on data center applications via Resolution #26-705, joining at least 19 Michigan communities that have paused data center development. Residents and officials raised concerns about massive water and energy demands, potential cost increases for existing ratepayers, and industrialization of rural landscapes. The moratorium gives the township time to study impacts and draft appropriate zoning regulations.

Dundee Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

A 90-day moratorium adopted and then extended as of October 2025. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Eagle Township (Clinton County)

In force

One-year data center moratorium and interim zoning ordinance

Adopted Feb. 18, 2026 and running through Feb. 17, 2027, paired with an interim zoning ordinance while the township completes regulatory studies.

East Lansing

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 17, 2027

6-month extension, unanimous, running to Mar 17, 2027. Extends the moratorium adopted Mar 2026, which would have lapsed Sep 2026. Preemptive, no data center has been proposed in the city; the city's zoning ordinance does not address data centers at all and staff expect to bring draft language in Sep/Oct 2026. The measure runs to March 17, 2027.

Elmwood Township

In force

Elmwood Township data center moratorium

Elmwood Township, Michigan, Board unanimously approved a 9-month moratorium on data centers (reduced from originally proposed 12 months). No known data center plans exist for the county; the moratorium is precautionary. The board tabled the measure at its January 21 meeting before passing the amended version in February.

Erie Township

In force

Erie Township data center moratorium

Erie Township (Monroe County) enacted a limited moratorium on data center development on February 10, 2026, joining nearby Dundee Township which has had a moratorium since October 2025 in response to Cloverleaf's proposed 350-acre 'Project Ironwood.' Both townships are part of a sweeping wave across Michigan, at least 27 communities now have active data center moratoria while drafting local zoning rules to address concerns about water consumption, energy demand, and impacts on the electric grid. The project involves Cloverleaf Infrastructure.

Filer Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 2, 2027

One-year moratorium on data center development. Public comment raised concerns about water usage, energy requirements, noise, and demolition plans. The measure runs to June 2, 2027.

Flint

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Flint City Council passed a 12-month moratorium in a 7-1 vote on June 8, 2026, barring acceptance, review or approval of data center permits or site plans while it studies zoning.

Forsyth Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 25, 2027

12-month moratorium on data center construction; board passed at crowded meeting; township lacks data center zoning regulations and has no pending applications. The measure runs to June 25, 2027.

Garfield Township

In force

One-year moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining

The Township Board in Grand Traverse County voted unanimously on Aug. 25, 2026 to stop processing or considering data center and cryptocurrency mining applications for 12 months, with a permitted six-month extension. Residents raised water use and noise. The moratorium halts a proposal to repurpose a Cass Road building for a small-scale data center.

Genoa Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Board of Trustees approved a one-time 6-month extension of the moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities. Additional time needed for noise restriction provisions. This is Genoa Township in Livingston County, MI, not Ohio. The measure has no documented term.

Gibraltar

In force

Gibraltar data center moratorium

Gibraltar, Michigan, City Council unanimously approved a year-long moratorium in March 2026, freezing a proposed 100 MW data center at the former McLouth Steel site (27800 W. Jefferson Ave.) by Raeden. The facility would consume as much energy as 80,000 homes. Residents and Downriver activists raised concerns about increased electric bills and impacts on nearby Humbug Marsh wildlife refuge. The developer proposed addressing contamination at an adjacent Superfund property and partnering with DTE Energy for on-site power generation.

Grand Blanc Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 21, 2026 for one year. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Green Charter Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Dec. 9, 2025 for one year. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Hagar Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Moratorium on data centers approved at board meeting; Berrien County. Source is paywalled but headline and snippets confirm. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Haring Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 14, 2027

Six-month moratorium on construction of data centers, approved unanimously. Planning commission directed to develop permanent regulatory standards. Key concerns: water usage, noise pollution, privacy, property tax impacts. The measure runs to January 14, 2027.

Hart

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 26, 2026

City Council unanimously adopted six-month moratorium on data centers and digital mining uses. Described as proactive rather than a response to a specific proposal. The measure runs to November 26, 2026.

Hayes Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Feb. 10, 2026 for 180 days. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Houghton

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 9, 2027

One-year moratorium on permitting, approval, or installation of data center facilities; city council voted unanimously; no proposals pending but city acted proactively to develop regulations. The measure runs to July 9, 2027.

Howell Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Nov. 20, 2025 for six months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Huron County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through May 27, 2029

Three-year (36-month) moratorium on data centers; planning commission unanimously extended original 6-month proposal to 36 months at April 1 hearing after public demand; county commissioners approved in May; concerns center on farmland preservation and resource use. The measure runs to May 27, 2029.

Kalamazoo

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The City Commission approved a resolution pausing data center development for one year. Some residents pressed for a permanent ban instead.

Lansing

In force

182-day data center moratorium

Lansing City Council voted 7-1 on July 14, 2026 to enact a 182-day moratorium pausing new data center building permits and zoning applications, effective July 27 through Jan. 25, 2027.

Lenox Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Feb. 2, 2026 for four months with an extension option; the board described it as a lawful pause to study zoning rather than a ban. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Lincoln Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 11, 2027

10-month moratorium on data center development. Allows planning commission time to study noise, water and electrical consumption, and community impacts. The measure runs to April 11, 2027.

Lodi Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Feb. 3, 2026 for 180 days. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Lyndon Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 22, 2027

Resolution 26-06, 12-month moratorium on issuance of permits, licenses, or approvals for data centers, or until permanent regulations adopted. The measure runs to May 22, 2027.

Lyon Charter Township

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through August 30, 2026

180-day moratorium on data centers and all proposed developments over 100,000 sq ft, unanimous. Prompted by backlash over 'Project Flex', a 1.8M-sq-ft Verrus data center on 172 acres approved by planning commission in Sep 2025. The already-approved project is not affected. The measure runs to August 30, 2026 and applies at a threshold of 100,000 sq ft.

Lyon Township

In force

Lyon Township data center moratorium

Lyon Township, Michigan, (Oakland County) board voted unanimously to enact a 180-day moratorium on data centers and all proposed developments 100,000+ sq ft on March 3, 2026. The moratorium followed months of community opposition to 'Project Flex,' a $4 billion, 1.8 million sq ft AI data center by California-based developer Verrus approved by the planning commission in September 2025 on 172 acres zoned industrial. Residents didn't learn about the project until December. The moratorium does not affect Project Flex, only newly proposed data centers.

Manchester Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Oct. 14, 2025 for two years. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Mason

Failed / vetoed

Data center moratorium lifted after zoning adopted

Mason enacted a moratorium on Jan. 6, 2026 and lifted it on Feb. 3, 2026 after adopting new zoning rules for data centers. The pause is no longer in force; the replacement zoning is.

Meridian Township

In force

Six-month data center and battery storage moratorium

Meridian Township (Ingham County) trustees voted unanimously on May 19, 2026 for a six-month moratorium on building or approving data centers and battery storage.

Mich. City

Paused

Mich. City Says Data Center Moratorium Suit Is Premature

The city argued that a lawsuit challenging a data center moratorium is premature. This occurred on 2026-09-21 when the city responded to the legal action.

Michigan city

In force

Mich. City Says Data Center Moratorium Suit Is Premature

The Michigan city urged a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a one-year data center moratorium, arguing the pause is not a final land use decision. The city's position was stated on September 21, 2026.

New Buffalo Township

In force

New Buffalo Township data center moratorium

New Buffalo Township, Michigan (Berrien County) passed a 1-year data center moratorium on April 8, 2026, blocking an investment group's 'Project Maize' data center proposal and giving the township time to develop zoning standards. Part of the broader Michigan trend of at least 19 townships pausing data centers amid uncertainty about SB 761-763 and state-level preemption risk.

Northville

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 6, 2026 for 12 months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Orion Township

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Orion Township Board of Trustees voted 7-0 in June 2026 for a six-month moratorium so the planning department can draft zoning amendments addressing data centers.

Oshtemo Township

In force

Oshtemo Township data center moratorium

Oshtemo Charter Township (Kalamazoo County) is formally considering a data center moratorium as of early 2026, joining Portage and at least 27 other Michigan communities with active moratoria or moratorium proposals. A township memo expresses concern over utility rates, water use, and environment. Township Supervisor Cheri Bell described it as a preemptive effort. The township board put a moratorium on battery energy storage systems (BESS) in November 2025, and Planning Director Jodi Stefforia has signaled BESS regulation will take priority over data center regulation. Illinois-based Franklin Partners has explored a 265-acre data center in nearby Pavilion Township, indicating regional developer interest.

Parma Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Ordinance 2026-3, data center moratorium. Jackson County township. The measure has no documented term.

Penn Township Board (Cass County), MI

In force

Penn Township Board (Cass County), MI data center moratorium

Penn Township approved a 30-day moratorium on data centers 5-1; Trustee Scott Peters cast lone dissent wanting longer. Hundreds packed the meeting. Diamond Lake Association had requested at least 2 years. Planning commission tasked with longer-term version. Porter Township in Cass County also reportedly considering similar action.

Pittsfield Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Nov. 18, 2025 for 180 days. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Pontiac

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Pontiac City Council unanimously passed a six-month moratorium on Jan. 21, 2026 pending study and regulation, citing zoning gaps affecting utilities and infrastructure.

Port Huron Township

In force

Temporary data center moratorium

The Port Huron Township board unanimously adopted a temporary moratorium on new applications for data centers and other high-demand power users, lasting up to a year or until permanent zoning rules take effect.

Porter Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 19, 2027

12-month moratorium on data center development, unanimous vote. Enacted to establish data center guidelines before developers arrive. Multiple Cass County townships have enacted similar moratoriums. The measure runs to May 19, 2027.

Porter Township Board (Cass County), MI

In force

Porter Township Board (Cass County), MI data center moratorium

Porter Township Board unanimously adopted Ordinance 5-12-26, a 12-month moratorium on accepting/processing data center applications (extendable by resolution), effective May 19. This is the longer-term Cass County action; neighboring Penn Township separately passed a 30-day moratorium May 11.

Rochester Hills

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 15, 2027

180-day moratorium adopted Mar 2026, extended through mid-Mar 2027; studying noise, vibration, light pollution, water, electricity demand. The measure runs to March 15, 2027.

Saginaw

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 13, 2026 for six months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Saline

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 12, 2026 for 12 months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Saugatuck Township

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through August 11, 2026

Ordinance 2026-01: 6-month moratorium on data center building permits and zoning applications, or until zoning amendment adopted. Voted 4-0 (one absent). The measure runs to August 11, 2026 and covers permits.

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Indefinite moratorium prohibiting development, approval, or operation of AI data centers on tribal lands; board of directors voted unanimously; remains in effect unless lifted by subsequent resolution; concerns about resource strain and long-term land use impacts. The measure has no end date by design.

Solon Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted in early February 2026 for six months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

South Lyon

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Feb. 10, 2026 for 12 months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Springfield Township

In force

180-day data center moratorium

Springfield Township (Oakland County) approved a 180-day moratorium on Jan. 7, 2026 barring data center plans from being accepted while the planning commission amends zoning.

Sterling Heights

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Sterling Heights City Council unanimously passed a one-year moratorium on data center site requests in early February 2026 to update its decades-old zoning ordinance.

Sylvan Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 22, 2026 for six months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Taylor

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted January 2026 for one year. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Texas Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 5, 2027

Resolution 26-12, 12-month moratorium on data center developments including AI and cryptocurrency mining facilities. Planning commission to evaluate impacts on farmland preservation, infrastructure capacity, and environmental factors. The measure runs to July 5, 2027.

Tyrone Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Dec. 2, 2025 for six months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Village of Romeo

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Jan. 26, 2026; the tracker lists the duration as unverified. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Warren (Macomb County)

Proposed

Warren (Macomb County) data center moratorium (proposed)

Warren City Council Secretary Mindy Moore requested that a data-center moratorium be placed on a future council agenda after a July 3, 2026 storm knocked down 60+ power lines across the region, raising concern about additional grid strain from data centers. No moratorium had been formally introduced or voted on as of 2026-07-14. This is Warren, Michigan (Macomb County) -- a different city and state from Warren, Ohio (Trumbull County), site of the Stargate Lordstown-area data center fight.

Washington Township (Macomb Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 23, 2026

6-month pause or until zoning ordinance amendments take effect; passed after Prologis withdrew a 312-acre 'technical campus' application. The measure runs to November 23, 2026.

Waterford Township

In force

Temporary data center moratorium (Ord. 2026-Z-003)

Waterford Township adopted Ordinance No. 2026-Z-003 adding a data center definition and imposing a temporary moratorium on data centers; official ordinance document.

Webster Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 21, 2027

Ordinance 26-02: 1-year moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Washtenaw County township. The measure runs to April 21, 2027.

Weekly Download. Dearborn City

Proposed

Michigan Data Centers: The Weekly Download

Dearborn City Council gave its first reading to an ordinance that would halt data center construction for six months. Warren City Council voted unanimously to approve a 12-month moratorium on data centers.

Wixom

In force

Moratorium replaced by data center zoning restrictions

Wixom's six-month data center moratorium began in March 2026. On Aug. 26, 2026 the City Council adopted data center restrictions in the zoning ordinance, including a 1,500 foot setback, a ban on well water use and mandatory sound studies, and passed a resolution putting them in force no later than Sept. 6, 2026, ending the moratorium about two and a half weeks early. A developer is suing the city over the original moratorium.

York Township

In force

Local moratorium on data center approvals

Adopted Feb. 12, 2026 for six months. Recorded in WKAR's Michigan data center tracker of local moratoria.

Ypsilanti (YCUA)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 22, 2027

Utility-level: 12-month moratorium on water and sewer service to new data centers, unanimous. Blocks a \$1.25B U-M / Los Alamos computing facility; U-M has threatened to sue. The measure runs to April 22, 2027.

Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA)

In force

Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority (YCUA) data center moratorium

On April 22, 2026, the YCUA Board of Commissioners approved a 12-month moratorium on delivery or commitment of water and sewer services to hyperscale and mid-size data centers, AI computing facilities, and high-performance computational centers, pending environmental and water system studies. The action blocks service to a $1.2 billion U-Michigan/Los Alamos supercomputing facility (~500,000 gpd) in Ypsilanti Township and Thor Equities' $1 billion Augusta Township project (~1 million gpd). The wastewater plant has 4-5 million gpd of excess capacity per Executive Director Luke Blackburn. Action followed an April 15 Ypsilanti Township Board resolution requesting the moratorium.

Ypsilanti Township

In force

180-day moratorium on major electric utility infrastructure

The Board of Trustees voted unanimously on Aug. 18, 2026 for a six-month moratorium on major electric utility infrastructure serving high-energy-demand uses, expressly including hyperscale and mid-sized data centers and AI computing facilities. The township, which had already paused water service for data centers, is seeking to slow a proposed University of Michigan and Los Alamos computing project and an associated 110 MW DTE substation.

Zeeland Township

In force

One-year data center and energy facility moratorium

The township board voted unanimously in early September 2026 to repeal its earlier data center moratorium and replace it with a new one-year moratorium covering data centers and energy facilities, extending the pause while the township updates its master plan and the planning commission finishes a renewable energy ordinance.

Apple Valley

In force

City moratorium on data centers through July 9, 2027

One-year moratorium on new data center development; follows denial of 1M sq ft proposal. The measure runs to July 9, 2027.

Carlton County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 24, 2027

One-year interim ordinance, unanimous, effective immediately; bars approval of new data center development in every county township, including crypto mining and AI compute. Directs the planning commission to study whether county regulation is needed, with a progress report due back to the board by February 2027. The measure runs to August 24, 2027.

Carver

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 6, 2027

1-year moratorium, unanimous. Proactive, no pending data center project at time of vote. The measure runs to April 6, 2027.

Eagan

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 17, 2027

1-year moratorium on data centers >20 MW or within 500 ft of residential, first MN city to pause. Under legal challenge, developer filed suit Jun 15 alleging city lacks authority to regulate electricity demand. The measure runs to February 17, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 20 MW.

Elk River

In force

City moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2027

Unanimous one-year moratorium after denying data center zoning application; applicant withdrew. The measure runs to August 3, 2027.

Hastings

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 17, 2027

1-year interim ordinance: no data center may be established, expanded or re-established anywhere in Hastings until Aug 17, 2027 unless the council rescinds it earlier. City code does not currently define or regulate data centers. Council took first action Aug 3 and held the public hearing and second reading Aug 17. The measure runs to August 17, 2027.

Inver Grove Heights

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 26, 2027

1-year moratorium, 3-2; freezes a proposed 55,000 sq ft / 5 MW project while staff study zoning, water and noise impacts. Developer QLevr has threatened a \$150M lawsuit. The measure runs to June 26, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 55,000 sq ft.

Inver Grove Heights City Council, MN

In force

Inver Grove Heights City Council, MN data center moratorium

Inver Grove Heights City Council voted 3-2 for a 1-year moratorium; the interim ordinance specifically captures the Travel Tags parcel (proposed ~55,000 sq ft / up to 5 MW data center by T5 Data Centers). Concerns: water, electricity, roads, environment. May 11 was only the first reading, not final passage. Second reading was June 8; a contentious June 23 meeting ended in shouting before a vote. Final passage came 2026-06-26, 3-2, after litigation threats from developer T5 Data Centers (proposal at 5842 Carmen Avenue East).

Le Sueur County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through May 26, 2027

Unanimous 12-month moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas; preemptive, no proposals pending. The measure runs to May 26, 2027.

Lonsdale City Council, MN

In force

Lonsdale City Council, MN data center moratorium

Lonsdale City Council passed a one-year moratorium (the maximum under the UDO) on data centers. Council cited water and energy uncertainty plus developers requesting NDAs from officials.

Mankato

In force

Mankato data center moratorium

City Council voted 7-0 to pass a one-year moratorium on data centers and other 'high-impact utility consumers,' to allow a research study on localized water, power, farming, and climate impacts. Roughly 50 residents attended in support.

Minneapolis

In force

Six-month large data center moratorium

City Council voted 8-5 on May 22, 2026 for a six-month moratorium on data centers larger than 350,000 sq ft (downtown exempt) through Nov. 21, 2026; contested split vote.

Minneapolis City Council, MN

In force

Minneapolis City Council, MN data center moratorium

Minneapolis City Council voted 8-5 for a 6-month moratorium on new data center sites; exempts downtown proposals under 350,000 sq ft. Interim ordinance in effect (no mayoral approval required).

Minnetrista

In force

City moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2027

One-year moratorium and study on data centers; preemptive, no applications received. The measure runs to August 3, 2027.

North Mankato

In force

Proposed data center moratorium

North Mankato City Council adopted a 12-month data center moratorium and study on September 21, 2026, after tabling the ordinance in August. It may be renewed for an additional year.

Pine County

In force

Interim ordinance imposing a 12-month data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-15 on Aug. 18, 2026, effective the same day, authorizing a study and placing a moratorium on data centers. It runs 12 months unless repealed by board resolution or superseded by a new zoning ordinance covering data centers. It excludes incorporated cities outside county zoning jurisdiction and townships that have already adopted their own data center regulations. The board had rejected an earlier proposal in May 2026.

Rosemount

In force

City moratorium on data centers through April 21, 2027

Unanimous one-year moratorium (Ordinance No. 2026-03); existing Meta data center unaffected. The measure runs to April 21, 2027.

St. Joseph

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Mayor Adam Scepaniak enacted 1-year moratorium on data centers in May 2026. City's industrial park is in a wetland area. City plans to research data centers and examine other communities' approaches during pause. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Waite Park

In force

City moratorium on data centers through May 4, 2027

1-year moratorium on data center development, unanimous. Exempts telecom shelters under 300 sq ft. Staff to study impacts and draft regulations. The measure runs to May 4, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 300 sq ft.

Waite Park City Council, MN

In force

Waite Park City Council, MN data center moratorium

Waite Park City Council held a public hearing on a proposed one-year moratorium on data centers in industrial districts.

Washington County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

1-year moratorium on new data center applications in unincorporated areas, 4-1. Extended from originally proposed 6-month pause. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Woodbury

In force

Proposed one-year interim moratorium on data centers

Woodbury City Council approved a moratorium of up to one year on new data centers and expansions beyond existing approvals while the city studies water, power, noise and zoning.

Wright County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 19, 2027

Emergency 1-year moratorium (Ord. 26-2), unanimous. Applies to unincorporated areas only. Moratorium Workgroup formed Jun 16 to evaluate environmental, fiscal, infrastructure, and land use considerations. The measure runs to May 19, 2027.

Wright County Board, MN

In force

Wright County Board, MN data center moratorium

Wright County Board unanimously approved Interim Ordinance 26-2, a 12-month moratorium on township data center applications under county P&Z authority, following citizen outcry. Monticello Tech LLC's 550-acre campus is unaffected (advancing via city annexation).

City of Jackson

Mississippi

In force

183-day data center moratorium

City Council voted 5-2 on July 14, 2026 for a 183-day citywide data center moratorium (candidate list had this as pending; it passed), the first in Mississippi; it took effect 30 days later.

Camdenton Board of Aldermen, MO

In force

Camdenton Board of Aldermen, MO data center moratorium

Camdenton Board of Aldermen approved a 12-month moratorium and rescinded support for an opportunity zone tied to a proposed data center. Police turned away ~25 people from city hall due to fire-occupancy limits. Moratorium cites inadequacy of municipal water, wastewater, and electric capacity for high-density loads.

City of Camdenton

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Camdenton Board of Aldermen adopted a one-year moratorium on data center approval and construction and rescinded Opportunity Zone support.

City of Neosho

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Neosho City Council unanimously passed a one-year moratorium on data centers to establish regulations.

City of Peculiar

In force

Data centers removed from zoning ordinance

Peculiar's Board of Aldermen removed data centers from its zoning ordinance, making them no longer a permitted use and blocking Diode Ventures' $1.5B project; replaced the city's earlier moratorium.

City of St. Charles

In force

Zoning change banning data centers

After an earlier one-year moratorium, the St. Charles City Council passed a zoning change in May 2026 effectively banning data centers.

City of St. Peters

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The city of St. Peters approved a one-year moratorium on data center developments in May 2026.

Columbia

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

1-year moratorium pausing data center permits and conditional-use applications, 6-0. Council approved data center definition and zoning criteria simultaneously. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Independence

In force

City moratorium on data centers through January 2, 2027

180-day moratorium on new data center and battery energy storage permits. Does not affect previously approved Nebius project. The measure runs to January 2, 2027.

Jackson County

In force

180-day data center moratorium

The Jackson County Legislature passed a 180-day moratorium on processing data center land-use applications on June 22, 2026.

Jackson County (moratorium vote delayed on two competing proposals), MO

In force

Jackson County (moratorium vote delayed on two competing proposals), MO data center moratorium

On June 1, 2026 the Jackson County (Missouri) Legislature held over two competing data center moratorium proposals (Ord. 6074, a 120-day pause incl. battery storage; Ord. 6087, a year-long version). On June 8 it ADVANCED a 180-day moratorium on processing land-use applications for data centers (amended up from 120 days), with final passage expected the following session; Chair Manny Abarca framed it as a temporary pause for policy review. No permanent ban occurred in Jackson County MO. On June 22, 2026 the Jackson County (Missouri) Legislature passed a 180-day moratorium on processing data center and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) land-use applications, by an 8-0 vote (one member excused). The ordinance extended an originally proposed 120-day pause to 180 days; it resolves the two competing proposals that the Legislature had held...

Kansas City

In force

Sponsor: Director of City Planning and Development Department COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE Amending Chapter 88, the Zoning and Development Code

Kansas City Ordinance 251031 on data center zoning: Sponsor: Director of City Planning and Development Department COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE Amending Chapter 88, the Zoning and Development Code, by amending the use tables in Sections 88-120, 88-130 Status Passed as of 2026-01-15.

Marion County

Failed / vetoed

Rescinded county moratorium on data centers

12-month moratorium enacted June 15; lifted Aug 26, 2026, replaced by task force to study data center regulations. The measure has no documented term.

Nodaway County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Nodaway County Commission placed a six-month moratorium on data centers by an order dated July 21, 2026, pausing the White Cloud Acres project while the county reviews a development agreement. As of August 12, 2026 reporting, it had not been extended.

Oak Grove

In force

City moratorium on data centers through August 5, 2027

Board of Aldermen enacted one-year moratorium on data center proposals; preemptive, no active proposals. The measure runs to August 5, 2027.

Pacific

In force

City moratorium on data centers through August 4, 2027

Board of Aldermen unanimously approved 12-month moratorium on data center applications; followed opposition to proposed 500-acre data center near Crooked Creek Farm. The measure runs to August 4, 2027.

Palmyra

In force

City moratorium on data centers

City council approved moratorium on data centers; residents also petitioned for audit of city finances. The measure has no documented term.

Ralls County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through August 20, 2027

Commissioners signed a one-year moratorium on economic development projects and data centers after learning a property owner may have signed a deal to sell 53 acres to a data center company. Commissioners want voters to decide on the April ballot whether the county should allow data centers. The measure runs to August 20, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 53 acres.

Springfield

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 17, 2026

120-day administrative delay, 8-0. Expires Nov 17 or when council passes a two-reading bill. Public input sessions to follow. The measure runs to November 17, 2026.

St. Charles County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The St. Charles County Council unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on July 14, 2026 covering data centers over 100,000 sq ft or above 5 MW.

St. Louis

In force

St. Louis data center moratorium

On April 21, 2026, the St. Louis Board of Public Service unanimously approved the permit for a 120 MW data center adjacent to the historic Armory in Midtown St. Louis, weeks after Mayor Cara Spencer requested the vote be delayed. The permit imposes conditions: closed-loop air-cooled chillers, minimum 50% renewable energy within five years, $15M for multimodal enhancements, and no tax abatements. The project anticipates $423 million in tax revenue over 10 years and $27.4M first-year revenue for the city plus $33.4M for SLPS. The 120 MW size qualifies for Ameren Missouri's hyperscale rate structure. Developed by a consortium including Contour, TeraWatt, THO Investments, Steadfast City, ARCO, and Lewis Rice.

Webster County

In force

Six-month moratorium (data centers and energy facilities)

The Webster County Commission declared a six-month moratorium covering data centers and energy facilities in unincorporated areas, excluding an existing project under construction.

Butte-Silver Bow County

Proposed

Proposed six-month interim zoning moratorium

The consolidated city-county commission voted 11-0 in September 2026 to direct the county attorney to draft a temporary data center moratorium, while a separate fight over a data center ballot initiative heads to the Montana Supreme Court. As an interim zoning ordinance it needs three separate commission votes and a further 30 days before taking effect; if adopted it would run six months, extendable up to two and a half years.

Fort Peck Reservation

In force

Tribal moratorium on data centers with no end date

Fort Peck Tribal Executive Board (Assiniboine and Sioux) voted to ban all future discussions between tribal government and data center developers, effectively blocking development on the reservation. Chairman Floyd Azure said three companies approached in the past year. Primary concern is water contamination, 'Fort Peck historically struggled with acquiring clean, drinkable water.'. The measure has no end date by design.

Missoula County

In force

One-year interim-zoning data center moratorium

Commissioners unanimously adopted interim zoning July 9, 2026 pausing new or expanding data centers countywide (excluding the city of Missoula) until July 8, 2027.

Montana County

In force

Montana County Calls for More Power to Regulate Data Centers

Yellowstone County Commissioners wrote a letter to state legislators requesting more local authority to regulate data centers. The letter was approved on Tuesday morning.

Yellowstone County

In force

How Montana’s ‘Right to Compute Act’ stymies data center regulation

The article discusses how Montana's 2025 'Right to Compute Act' has limited county commissioners' ability to regulate data center development due to constitutional protections for the 'right to compute.' County officials are uncertain about their legal authority to impose regulations, leading to delays and legal uncertainty in addressing public concerns about data centers.

Box Butte County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Broken Bow

In force

Broken Bow data center moratorium

City Council unanimously approved a 6-month moratorium on new data center construction applications, giving officials time to develop formal regulations. Per Zoning Administrator Jacob Holcomb, the city needs additional research time; the moratorium may be extended up to 12 more months or ended early once a permanent ordinance is adopted.

Butler County

In force

County moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Six-month moratorium on data centers; applies only to six townships under county zoning control (Hanover, Lemon, Madison, Milford, Oxford, Ross). The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Cass County

In force

Cass County data center moratorium (proposed)

The Cass County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 on August 11, 2026 to approve a 12-month moratorium on data center permits. Proposed data center regulations were tabled until September 22, 2026.

Cherry County

In force

Six-month conditional-use-permit moratorium

County approved a six-month moratorium on conditional use permits to slow potential data center development while it studies regulations.

Custer County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Dundy County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Furnas County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Gage County

In force

12-month moratorium on data center permits

The Gage County Board of Supervisors approved a 12-month moratorium on data center permits on September 16, 2026, replacing an eight-month moratorium already in place. The Planning and Zoning Commission had recommended 18 months. Supervisors said the pause allows time to write data center regulations and could be extended.

Garfield County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Planning commission voted in favor of moratorium; awaiting county board final vote. The measure has no documented term.

Hall County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Board of Commissioners debated 180-day moratorium on data center rezoning and construction permits; vote outcome not confirmed. The measure has no documented term and covers rezoning requests.

Harlan County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Hayes County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Johnson County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). The measure has no documented term.

Kearney County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Data center moratorium on unincorporated land; one of the first wave of NE county moratoriums (enacted before Jul 16 2026). City of Kearney (Buffalo County) took opposite approach, allowing DCs with restrictions. The measure has no documented term.

Lancaster County

Failed / vetoed

Proposed data center moratorium set aside for task forces

The Lancaster County Board halted its planned vote on a temporary data center moratorium proposed by Commissioner Matt Schulte, as reported September 10, 2026. The board instead formed two task forces, one on data centers and one on industrial zoning, after Bold Nebraska filed a zoning text amendment to regulate data centers.

Lincoln County

Proposed

Lincoln County data center moratorium (proposed)

Lincoln County Commissioners voted 3-2 against a proposed data center moratorium, with Hewgley, Bruns, and Woodruff opposed and Weems and Wuehler in favor. A recall drive targeting the three dissenting commissioners launched the following day, 2026-07-14, reflecting continued community pushback against data center development in the county. Separately from voting down the moratorium, commissioners also voted to close a data-center zoning loophole.

Logan County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

On July 15, 2026 Logan County became the twelfth Nebraska county to adopt a 12-month moratorium, covering data centers plus wind, solar and cryptocurrency-mining facilities.

Nehawka

In force

Town moratorium on data centers with no end date

Indefinite ban on data centers, crypto mining, blockchain computing, and power plants to run them; first municipality in Nebraska to pass an outright ban. Cited as blueprint by residents of Union, Murray, and Plattsmouth. The measure has no end date by design.

Otoe County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Commissioners passed a one-year moratorium on data centers in May 2026 and appointed a committee to update the county's comprehensive development plan.

Seward County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Commissioners unanimously approved a one-year pause on data center permits and construction June 30, 2026, one of at least 10 Nebraska counties acting at the time.

Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe

In force

Tribal moratorium on data centers with no end date

First tribe in Northern Nevada to ban data centers on tribal lands; resolution brought by tribal council secretary Philip Johnson. The measure has no end date by design.

Henderson

Failed / vetoed

Rejected local moratorium on data centers

Council rejected the mayor's 180-day pause after nearly two hours of public comment favouring it, opting for code changes and project-by-project development agreements instead. The measure has no documented term.

Humboldt County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 13, 2027

Temporary moratorium on data center applications through Jul 13, 2027 while the county updates land-use rules on water, power and infrastructure; multiple developers had approached the county and its code did not address data centers. The measure runs to July 13, 2027.

Nye County

In force

Ban on data centers in Pahrump Valley / Basin 162

Commissioners voted 5-0 on Aug. 18, 2026 to ban construction and operation of data centers in the over-appropriated Pahrump Valley groundwater basin (Hydrographic Basin 162) after more than two hours of public comment. Reported as Nevada's first outright local ban; it blocks the proposed 900-acre Manse Technology Campus.

Nye County (Pahrump)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Bill No. 2026-11: permanent ban on data centers in Hydrographic Basin 162 (Pahrump Valley), 5-0 vote. First total ban in Nevada. Separate from the countywide moratorium (Jun 2 2026) which continues for areas outside Basin 162. The measure has no end date by design.

Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe

In force

Tribal moratorium on data centers with no end date

Tribal Council passed permanent ban on data centers on tribal homelands; Chairman Steven Wadsworth cited water sovereignty and protecting endangered cui-ui fish. Part of Water Over Data Alliance tribal coalition demanding free, prior, and informed consent for data centers in Truckee River watershed. The measure has no end date by design.

Reno

In force

Extended data center moratorium

City Council voted 6-1 on June 1, 2026 to extend its data center moratorium through August 2027, requiring it to run until new regulations are adopted; Reno was the first Nevada city to pause data centers.

Reno (Moratorium Rejection)

In force

Reno (Moratorium Rejection) data center moratorium

Reno Planning Commission voted 4-2 in February 2025 to recommend a temporary moratorium on new data center permits, citing concerns about energy use, water consumption, and the city's lack of data center policies. The City Council rejected the moratorium despite overwhelming public support at meetings and online. The council subsequently approved additional data center projects over continued public outcry, and later moved to develop regulations after the fact rather than pausing approvals. The project involves the Tract proposal, 810 MW capacity, 686 acres.

Reno (data center moratorium extended into 2027), NV

In force

Reno (data center moratorium extended into 2027), NV data center moratorium

On June 1, 2026, the Reno City Council voted 6-1 to extend its data center moratorium into 2027, described as the first such extension in Nevada, while the city continues work on a Title 18 text amendment revising data center definitions, siting, noise, and water-use rules.

Wells

In force

City moratorium on data centers

Small rural city (Elko County) approved moratorium on data center approvals pending staff recommendations. The measure has no documented term.

White Pine County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 18, 2027

Resolution 2026-18: 180-day moratorium on accepting, processing or approving land-use applications for data center development while staff draft zoning standards; renewable. End date is 180 days from adoption. The measure runs to January 18, 2027.

Bow

Proposed

Proposed town moratorium on data centers

Planning Board voted unanimously for 1-year moratorium on data center construction after hyperscale proposal surfaced at former Merrimack Station coal plant site (350 MW FERC interconnection study). Town vote may still be required under RSA 674:23. The measure has no documented term and applies at a threshold of 350 MW.

Canterbury

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Voters approved zoning amendment banning data centers in all zones, 322-63; Planning Board proposed marking 'Data Centers' as 'Not Allowed' in every zone. The measure has no end date by design.

Keene

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

City Council referred request to add/update land development code definitions for data centers, cryptocurrency mines and private detention facilities to Joint Planning Board/PLD Committee. PLD Committee voted Sep 10 to advance moratorium proposal to Planning Board for evaluation of need and scope; any moratorium limited to 1 year max. The measure has no documented term.

Nottingham

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Voters ratified a 12-month moratorium on data center construction 1,335-143 at the Sep 8, 2026 special town election; Planning Board had adopted it 5-0 under RSA 674:23 on Jul 1. Ordinance allows the town time to study land use, environmental infrastructure and fiscal impacts; planning board chair has said permanent zoning may follow. End date of the 12-month term not stated in the sourced reporting. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Rochester

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

City Council enacted ordinance prohibiting data centers in every zoning district except Recycling Industrial zone (conditional use permit required); Waste Management owns most land in that zone, making construction effectively impossible. Two hours of resident testimony at Aug 18 public hearing. The measure has no end date by design.

Allamuchy Township

In force

Allamuchy Ordinance 2026-06 designating data centers a prohibited use

The Allamuchy Township Committee (Warren County) adopted Ordinance 2026-06 on June 24, 2026, after introduction on May 27, 2026. The ordinance amends Chapter 190 (Land Development) to designate data centers as a prohibited use in all zoning districts.

Alpha

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Listed among the 69 New Jersey municipalities with an enacted data center ban on the Pinelands Preservation Alliance's tracker, last updated Aug 27, 2026. The adoption date and ordinance number are not given in that source. The measure has no documented term.

Andover

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Andover Township Committee (Sussex County, ban announced after viral tense meeting at former Newton/Jump airport site), NJ

Proposed

Andover Township Committee (Sussex County, ban announced after viral tense meeting at former Newton/Jump airport site), NJ data center moratorium (proposed)

After a public meeting at which police (mayor's son) wrestled a resident to the ground, Andover Township Committee announced it will introduce two ordinances, one repealing data centers as a permitted use at the former Newton/Jump airport (97 acres), and a township-wide ban. Special meeting May 12. Mayor: 'It's not worth tearing a town apart.'. May 12, 2026: Township Committee introduced (first reading) two ordinances, a township-wide data center ban and repeal of data centers as a permitted use at the former Newton/Jump airport site. Adoption vote scheduled May 28.

Asbury Park

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Bass River Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Bayonne

In force

Citywide ban on data centers

The City Council voted 5-0 on Aug. 12, 2026 to prohibit data centers citywide; Mayor Sharon Ashe-Nadrowski signed it Aug. 13. Reported as the 32nd New Jersey municipality to adopt a ban.

Berkeley Heights

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Berkeley Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Bernards

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Bridgewater Township

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Planning Board voted Ordinance 26-15 'not inconsistent' with master plan; would amend land use code to add supplemental regulations for data centers and hyperscale data centers, making them not permitted unless sought through a use variance. Final council action expected Sept 3, 2026. The measure has no documented term.

Burlington

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Carneys Point

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Cherry Hill

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Chesterfield

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ban on data centers in all zones, adopted alongside Mansfield Township. The measure has no end date by design.

Cinnaminson

Proposed

Proposed municipal ban on data centers

The Cinnaminson Township Committee voted 5-0 on July 20, 2026 to table Ordinance 2026-8, which would prohibit data centers, citing litigation risk and pending state regulation. On Aug. 17 the mayor said it remained tabled pending further input. Status is tabled rather than defeated.

Collingswood

In force

Collingswood Ordinance 1838 banning data centers and computing nodes

The Collingswood Board of Commissioners in Camden County adopted Ordinance 1838, which makes data centers and computing nodes non-permitted uses in every zoning district in the borough. Local press reported adoption on August 3, 2026, and the borough posted the ordinance to its document center on September 9, 2026. Commissioners described the measure as a borough-wide pause to study the technology's demands and impacts.

Cranford

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Township Committee unanimously approved ordinance removing data centers as a permitted use in all commercial zones. Prompted by CoreWeave data center under construction in nearby Kenilworth. The measure has no end date by design.

Deerfield

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Delanco

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Delaware Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Downe Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

East Brunswick

In force

Ordinance banning data centers

The Township Council unanimously adopted an ordinance prohibiting data centers on Aug. 25, 2026, after a clerical correction changing 'primary use' to 'principal use' to match the land use code. East Brunswick acted the same night as North Brunswick and Stafford Township.

East Greenwich

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

East Rutherford

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Edgewater Park

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Elsinboro

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Franklin Township (Gloucester County)

In force

Franklin Township Ordinance O-5-2026 prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts

The Franklin Township Committee (Gloucester County) adopted Ordinance O-5-2026 on May 12, 2026, according to the New Jersey Pinelands Commission record of municipal ordinances. The ordinance amends Chapter 253 (Land Development) to define data centers and confirm they are prohibited uses in all zoning districts; the Commission found it raises no substantial issue with the Pinelands plan.

Frelinghuysen Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Galloway Township

In force

Proposed six-month data center moratorium

Township Council adopted Ordinance 2172-2026 on July 14, 2026, establishing a six-month moratorium on data centers and amending the Chapter 233 definitions, according to the NJ Pinelands Commission's record of municipal ordinances received (filed Sep 16, 2026, pending Commission staff review).

Glassboro

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Permanent ban on data centers; city council voted unanimously to prohibit data center construction. The measure has no end date by design.

Gloucester Township (Camden County)

In force

Ordinance prohibiting large-scale data centers

Gloucester Township Council adopted Ordinance O-26-16, amending the Land Development Ordinance to designate data centers a prohibited land use in all zoning districts. The clerk's certification gives the adoption date as Sept. 14, 2026, not Sept. 15.

Green Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Listed among the 69 New Jersey municipalities with an enacted data center ban on the Pinelands Preservation Alliance's tracker, last updated Aug 27, 2026. A Mar 2026 local report describes the township only beginning a zoning/moratorium process, not adopting a ban. The measure has no documented term.

Greenwich Township (Warren County)

In force

Ordinance prohibiting data centers

This is Greenwich Township in Warren County (Stewartsville), not Gloucester County. Ordinance 107-2026, prohibiting data centers, was introduced April 16, 2026 with a final hearing set for May 21, 2026; the township's legal notices page lists the second reading and adoption notice.

Hainesport

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Hampton Township (Sussex County)

In force

Ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zones

The Hampton Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2026-13, amending Chapter 108 Zoning to prohibit data centers in all zones, by a 5-0 roll call on June 29, 2026. The posted minutes are marked as not yet formally approved.

Hardyston Township (Sussex County)

In force

Ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zones

The Township Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2026-12 on June 24, 2026, designating data centers a prohibited use in all zones.

Harrison

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Holland

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Holmdel

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Howell

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Jackson

In force

Ordinance banning data centers

The Township Council voted 4-1 on Aug. 26, 2026 to prohibit data centers township-wide, making Jackson the 38th New Jersey municipality to adopt a ban. Councilman Ken Bressi cast the dissenting vote. Residents cited electric grid and water supply strain and the township's location partly within the Pinelands National Reserve.

Jersey City

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Kingwood Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Knowlton Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Lebanon Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Liberty Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Linden

Proposed

Proposed ordinance prohibiting AI data centers

Mayor Derek Armstead and the City Council announced an ordinance that would prohibit artificial intelligence data centers in every zoning district, scheduled for introduction at the council's Sept. 15, 2026 meeting.

Logan Township

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Madison

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ordinance 27-2026, unanimous council vote; amends Chapter 195 to prohibit data centers as a use. Planning board found it consistent with the master plan. The measure has no end date by design.

Manchester Township

In force

Ordinance removing data centers as a permitted use

The Manchester Township Council in Ocean County unanimously adopted Ordinance 26-48 at its September 2026 meeting, after introducing it on August 26, 2026. The ordinance repeals the August 2025 redevelopment designation of a Stavola Corporation property off South Hope Chapel Road that had listed data centers as a permitted use. Council President Michele Zolezi said data centers are not permitted in Manchester. The ordinance takes effect after a 20-day period.

Mannington Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Mansfield

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Mansfield Township (Burlington Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ordinance banning data centers as a named use category, unanimous. 27th NJ municipality to pass a local ban. The measure has no end date by design.

Mantua Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Township's own public-records page confirms adoption of an ordinance banning data centers; no duration or sunset clause stated. The measure has no end date by design.

Medford

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Middletown Township (Monmouth County)

Proposed

Proposed ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zones

The Township Committee introduced Ordinance 2026-3536 on September 8, 2026, which would list data centers as a prohibited use in every zoning district. A public hearing and final vote were scheduled for September 21, 2026.

Millburn Township (Essex County)

Proposed

Proposed ordinance prohibiting large data centers

The Township Committee introduced Ordinance 2770-26 (Zoning Data Centers), with a public hearing set for October 6, 2026. On September 17, 2026, the Planning Board found the draft inconsistent with the master plan and requested further review.

Millville

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Millville Board of Commissioners (Cumberland County, total data center ban), NJ

In force

Millville Board of Commissioners (Cumberland County, total data center ban), NJ data center moratorium

The Millville Board of Commissioners voted to completely ban data centers citywide, killing what was described as the largest proposed data center in NJ history (2.6M sq ft, ~1.4 GW). A win for the Gen Z-led Climate Revolution Action Network (CRAN).

Monroe

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Monroe Township (Gloucester Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Two ordinances banning data centers township-wide. Hexa Builders is suing for more than $300M in federal court, the test case for whether a small municipality can absorb the litigation risk of a ban. The measure has no end date by design.

Montgomery

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Neptune

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

New Hanover Township

Proposed

New Hanover Ordinance 2026-04 designating data centers a prohibited use (pending)

New Hanover Township (Burlington County) submitted draft Ordinance 2026-04, designating data centers as a prohibited use in all zones, to the New Jersey Pinelands Commission on August 27, 2026. The Commission lists it as pending local adoption.

Newark

In force

Dept/ Agency: Offices of Municipal Council/City Clerk Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Expressing Support Purpose

Newark Resolution 26-1288 on data center moratorium: Dept/ Agency: Offices of Municipal Council/City Clerk Action: ( ) Ratifying (X) Authorizing ( ) Amending Type of Service: Expressing Support Purpose: Resolution of Support for a temporary moratorium Status Adopted as of 2026-09-09.

North Brunswick

In force

Ordinance banning data centers

The Township Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting data centers on Aug. 25, 2026, the same night East Brunswick and Stafford Township adopted their own bans. The three became the 35th, 36th and 37th New Jersey municipalities to ban the use.

North Hanover Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

North Plainfield

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ordinance 26-10 adopted on second reading, banning data centers in all zoning districts borough-wide. First reading 6-0 on Jun 22. The measure has no end date by design.

Old Bridge

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Township Council directed the drafting of an ordinance prohibiting data centers in every zoning district at its June 9, 2026 meeting; the Pinelands Preservation Alliance lists Old Bridge among municipalities with an enacted ban as of Aug 27, 2026. Confirm the adoption date with the township clerk. The measure has no documented term.

Oldmans Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Peapack-Gladstone

In force

Peapack-Gladstone Ordinance 1171-2026 designating data centers a non-permitted use in all zones

The Peapack and Gladstone Mayor and Borough Council (Somerset County) adopted Ordinance 1171-2026 on August 11, 2026, after introduction on July 21, 2026. The ordinance amends Chapter 23 (Land Development) to designate data centers as a non-permitted use in all zones and sets application requirements for any variance request.

Pemberton

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Pennsville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ordinance A-13-2026, introduced May 21 with final passage scheduled July 2, 2026, per the township's own ordinances page. The measure has no end date by design.

Phillipsburg

In force

Phillipsburg ordinance prohibiting data centers

The Phillipsburg Town Council (Warren County) approved an ordinance banning data centers at a Tuesday council meeting reported on April 16, 2026. The ordinance amends local zoning to designate data centers and related facilities, including supporting servers, power systems and cooling equipment, as prohibited uses across all zones.

Pilesgrove Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Pittsgrove Township

In force

Pittsgrove Ordinance 2026-06 prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts

The Township Committee adopted Ordinance 2026-06, Prohibiting Data Centers, on May 27, 2026, amending the Chapter 60 land use code to define data centers and prohibit them in all zoning districts. The township lists the ordinance as adopted on its ordinances page.

Plainfield

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Unanimous ban on data centers in all zoning districts, no variance allowed. Council rejected a weaker regulatory approach in May and went for an outright prohibition. The measure has no end date by design.

Plumsted Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Raritan Township (Hunterdon County)

In force

Raritan Township ordinance adding data centers to prohibited uses

The Raritan Township Committee (Hunterdon County) unanimously adopted an ordinance amending the Land Development Code to add data centers to the list of prohibited uses in all zoning districts, as reported on September 21, 2026. Warehouses, flex space and research facilities may not include data centers, while accessory server rooms serving the principal use are allowed up to 10 percent of gross floor area or 2,000 square feet, whichever is less.

Red Bank

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Ridgefield Park (Bergen County)

In force

Ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zones

The Ridgefield Park Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 2026-13, amending Chapter 96 to prohibit data centers in all zones, on second reading June 9, 2026 by a 4-0 vote with one commissioner absent. It was introduced May 26, 2026.

Roselle Park

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Mayor Joseph Signorello Jr. introduced ordinance prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts, citing incompatibility with the dense residential community. Passed first reading in May 2026. Prompted by CoreWeave data center in nearby Kenilworth. The measure has no end date by design.

Sayreville

In force

18-month data center moratorium

Borough Council approved an 18-month freeze on data center construction (through end of 2027) in June 2026 while rejecting a permanent ban.

South Brunswick

Proposed

Proposed municipal ban on data centers

Reported as having a proposed data center ban ordinance awaiting a second reading, per the same Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Sparta

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Stafford Township

In force

Ordinance banning data centers

The Township Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 2026-22 on Aug. 25, 2026, adding data centers to the Additional Prohibited Uses section of the township code and barring them anywhere in Stafford. The ordinance defines a data center as a facility used to store and manage digital data.

Summit

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Union

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Upper Pittsgrove Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Upper Township

In force

Upper Township Ordinance 015-2026 data center prohibition

The Upper Township Committee (Cape May County) adopted Ordinance 015-2026, amending Chapter 20 (Zoning) to prohibit data centers, on September 14, 2026, according to the New Jersey Pinelands Commission record of municipal ordinances. The committee had unanimously introduced the ban in August 2026; Commission staff review was pending as of September 17, 2026.

Vernon

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Warren

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Washington

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Waterford

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Waterford Township (Camden Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ban on data centers in all zoning districts; cited heightened concerns as a Pinelands Community. The measure has no end date by design.

Winslow

In force

Municipal ban on data centers

Listed among the New Jersey municipalities that have adopted data center bans in a Climate Revolution Action Network New Jersey compilation reported by Patch in August 2026.

Woodstown

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Clovis

Failed / vetoed

120-day data center moratorium voted down

The Clovis City Commission voted 5-3 on September 17, 2026 to defeat a proposed 120-day moratorium on building data centers within city limits. Mayor Mike Morris said staff will continue drafting a data center policy for review by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Economic Incentive Board.

Colfax County

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Ordinance 2026-02, a moratorium on new data center projects, introduced Jul 21 with a public hearing Aug 11, 2026. The county's own ordinance page still lists it as proposed; early September press reports say it was adopted, not yet confirmed against the county record. Raton, the county seat, postponed its own city moratorium in June over an MOU with developer Atterix. The measure has no documented term.

Doña Ana County

In force

New Mexico Supreme Court rejects 2 Project Jupiter challenges, allows permitting process to resume

The New Mexico Supreme Court unanimously rejected two environmental groups' challenges to the regulatory proceedings for the Project Jupiter data center in Doña Ana County. The court's decision on September 17, 2026, allowed the permitting process to resume after it had been paused since August.

Grant County

Proposed

Proposed one-year data center moratorium

Grant County Commissioner Nancy Stephens plans to introduce a one-year data center moratorium modeled on Socorro County's resolution at the commission meeting scheduled for September 24, 2026. The proposal follows community opposition to Site Layer 1 LLC's proposed 300.8-megawatt natural gas-powered data center near Playas in southern Grant County.

Haaland

Proposed

Haaland backs data center moratorium in New Mexico

Deb Haaland, a gubernatorial candidate in New Mexico, proposed a moratorium on the construction of data centers, citing environmental and workforce-related concerns. She called for open and transparent community discussions about the impacts of AI data centers.

Raton

Failed / vetoed

Proposed city moratorium on data centers

The Raton City Commission voted 3-2 in September 2026 against a resolution that would have imposed a one-year moratorium on business licenses and zoning approvals for data centers.

Rio Communities

In force

City moratorium on data centers through August 26, 2027

365-day moratorium on uses not defined in the zoning code exceeding 20,000 sq ft in commercial, industrial, and manufacturing zones, 4-0 vote; prompted by CBRE marketing 365+ acres as premier data center development site; council also directed staff to draft data center zoning definitions. The measure runs to August 26, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 20,000 sq ft.

Santa Fe County

In force

18-month data center moratorium

Commissioners unanimously passed an 18-month moratorium on new data center development June 30, 2026, lowering the regulatory threshold from 100 MW to 1 MW while staff draft rules.

Santa Fe County (yearlong data center moratorium advancing), NM

In force

Santa Fe County (yearlong data center moratorium advancing), NM data center moratorium

Santa Fe County (NM) commissioners are advancing a yearlong moratorium on data center developments, with a public hearing and vote expected in late June; Commissioner Lisa Cacari Stone framed it as a 'meaningful pause' to develop land-use and environmental standards. No data centers currently exist in Northern NM; the action follows neighboring Socorro County's June 9 yearlong moratorium. Still pending, public hearing + vote expected late June. Santa Fe County commissioners are advancing a proposed yearlong moratorium on data-center developments countywide (covering hyperscale, AI computing, colocation and crypto-mining). There are no active proposed projects; commissioners (incl. Lisa Cacari Stone) want regulations ready, citing... [ Santa Fe County Commissioners unanimously passed the 18-month moratorium on new data center developments (covering hyperscale, AI computing, colocation, and crypto-mining), effective immediately.]

Sierra County

In force

18-month data center moratorium

Commissioners unanimously enacted an 18-month moratorium on data center development (candidate list had this as pending; it was adopted), amid concern over projects near Spaceport America.

Socorro County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

County Commission unanimously adopted a yearlong moratorium on data centers June 9, 2026 after opposition to a proposed data center and solar array on 10,000 acres.

Socorro County Commission (moratorium process advanced; vote June 9), NM

In force

Socorro County Commission (moratorium process advanced; vote June 9), NM data center moratorium

Socorro County Commission (130+ attendees) authorized publication of an ordinance summary/title for a proposed 1-year moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas, paving the way for a public hearing and vote June 9, plus a community 'blue ribbon committee.' Driven by water concerns. (1) On June 2, 2026 New Mexico Tech announced it will NOT pursue the controversial ~10,000-acre 'Green Data Center' (Jason Bak / Green Data Centers, a ~2 GW campus on a 10 GW solar array on university land), citing insufficient contiguous acreage and public outcry (4,000+ signed against). (2) The Socorro County Commission then unanimously adopted a one-year data center moratorium (~June 9-10); 1,000+ had petitioned for it and U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez urged action.

Canton

In force

Town moratorium on data centers through May 31, 2027

Moratorium on data center development until May 31, 2027; exempts existing operations and facilities under 20 MW. The measure runs to May 31, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 20 MW.

City of Buffalo

Proposed

Proposed two-year data center moratorium

The Common Council advanced a proposed two-year moratorium on new data centers and cryptocurrency facilities of 20 MW or more in September 2026, with a full council vote scheduled for the following Tuesday.

City of North Tonawanda

In force

North Tonawanda Local Law No. 3 of 2026: 12-month extension of data center and crypto mining moratorium

The North Tonawanda Common Council unanimously approved a one-year extension of its moratorium on new cryptocurrency mining and data processing centers in June 2026, before the existing moratorium expired July 16, 2026. Local Law No. 3 of 2026 covers new data processing centers and expansions, including crypto mining, AI processing and general data computing and storage, and includes an extraordinary hardship provision.

Highland

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 18, 2027

Local Law No. 1 of 2026: 12-month moratorium on large-scale data center development, extendable to 24 months. Sullivan County town; preemptive, no project proposed. The measure runs to June 18, 2027.

Islip

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 12, 2028

18-month ban on new data center facilities; second Long Island town after Brookhaven. The measure runs to February 12, 2028.

LeRay

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 1, 2027

Town board approved one-year moratorium on data centers after public hearing. Prompted by a broker marketing hundreds of acres for a data center near Watertown/Fort Drum. The measure runs to August 1, 2027.

Massena

Failed / vetoed

Town of Massena six-month data center moratorium voted down

On September 16, 2026, the Massena Town Board in St. Lawrence County voted 3-2 against a proposed six-month moratorium on data center development. The moratorium would have delayed a proposed 1.5 million-square-foot, 635 MW data center by North Country Collocation Services near the St. Lawrence River.

Mohawk (Montgomery Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 13, 2027

6-month moratorium adopted after public hearing; supervisor cites the state EO's 50 MW floor as leaving smaller facilities unregulated. The measure runs to February 13, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 50 MW.

Newfield (Tompkins Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 9, 2027

1-year townwide pause on data processing centers and cryptocurrency mining; town is drafting comprehensive-plan amendments before it lapses. The measure runs to July 9, 2027.

Perth (Fulton Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 4, 2027

1-year, passed 3-0; extendable by simple resolution. The measure runs to June 4, 2027.

Potsdam

Proposed

Proposed town moratorium on data centers

The Town Board advanced a proposed 12-month moratorium on large data centers in September 2026, with a public hearing planned for November 2026 before any final action.

St. Lawrence County

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

The county did not adopt a moratorium of its own, it passed a resolution affirming local zoning authority and urging its municipalities to consider one. Tracked as a signal, not a restriction. The measure has no documented term.

Tonawanda (Erie Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2027

Local Law 2-2026: 1-year pause on facilities drawing 20 MW or more, a lower threshold than the state EO's 50 MW. The measure runs to August 3, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 20 MW.

Town of Brookhaven

In force

18-month data center moratorium

The Brookhaven Town Board unanimously approved an 18-month moratorium on new data center applications on July 16, 2026.

Town of Dryden (Tompkins County)

In force

Ban on data centers and cryptocurrency mines

The Town of Dryden banned data centers and cryptocurrency mines in February 2026, following an earlier 18-month land-use moratorium.

Town of East Fishkill

In force

Three-year data center moratorium

The East Fishkill Town Board unanimously passed a three-year data center moratorium running until July 1, 2029.

Town of East Greenbush

In force

Six-month moratorium on data center land use approvals

The Town Board voted unanimously on July 15, 2026 for a local law imposing a six-month moratorium on applications for permits, site plans and other land use approvals for data centers, with an authorized six-month extension. The town cited water use and quality, infrastructure, noise and community character.

Town of Lysander

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The Lysander Town Board (Onondaga County) unanimously approved a six-month data center moratorium on May 7, 2026, following opposition to the proposed 300 MW Ranalli campus.

Town of Manlius

In force

12-month data center and crypto moratorium

The Manlius Town Board voted 7-0 for a one-year moratorium on data centers and commercial crypto mining.

Town of Mohawk

In force

Six-month moratorium on data center permitting

The Town Board adopted a local law imposing a six-month moratorium on permitting or installing data centers, running through Feb. 13, 2027, while officials draft zoning laws. Town officials acted after concluding the state's hyperscale threshold of 50 MW did not reach the scale of project they were concerned about.

Town of Oneonta

In force

One-year data center and crypto moratorium

The Oneonta Town Board (Otsego County) unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on data centers and crypto mining in May 2026.

Town of Orangetown

In force

Six-month moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage

The Town Board adopted a six-month moratorium on applications for new data centers and battery energy storage systems on Aug. 25, 2026, after a public hearing. Town Supervisor Teresa Kenny confirmed the moratorium does not reach DataBank's proposed second facility, which is already before the planning board under a full environmental impact study, a carve-out that drew resident objection. Concerns centered on noise, generator emissions, energy and water use and proximity to Lake Tappan.

Town of Perth

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Town of Perth (Fulton County) passed a one-year data center moratorium on June 4, 2025, citing energy use and local control.

Town of Salina

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Salina is one of five Onondaga County towns reported to have enacted a one-year data center moratorium; single-sourced.

Town of Tonawanda

In force

One-year moratorium on data centers of 20 MW or more

The Town Board voted unanimously on Aug. 4, 2026 for a one-year moratorium barring new applications for data centers requiring 20 MW or more. Supervisor John Flynn said the local measure mirrors Executive Order 62 but reaches below the state order's 50 MW threshold.

Town of Tyre

Proposed

Tyre proposed Local Law 2 of 2026: one-year moratorium on data centers and AI computing facilities

The Tyre Town Board (Seneca County) posted proposed Local Law 2 of 2026 in June 2026 and scheduled a public hearing for July 22, 2026. The law would impose a one-year moratorium on the review, approval, construction or expansion of any data center or artificial intelligence computing facility anywhere in the town.

Town of Van Buren

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Van Buren is one of five Onondaga County towns reported to have enacted a one-year data center moratorium; single-sourced.

Alamance County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Commissioners voted unanimously on Aug. 17, 2026 to enact a one-year moratorium on data center development after a public hearing at which more than 23 residents spoke in favor. The board must revisit it 30 days before it expires in August 2027.

Asheville

In force

One-year data center moratorium

City Council approved a one-year pause on construction of new data centers in June 2026, citing utility demand and noise, while the city writes zoning rules to regulate them.

Beaufort County

Proposed

Beaufort County proposes one-year data center moratorium

Beaufort County commissioners are considering a one-year moratorium that would stop the acceptance, processing and approval of data center development applications. An informal hearing was held September 14, 2026, with no vote. The official public hearing and vote were postponed to October 5, 2026.

Boiling Spring Lakes

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The city adopted a one-year moratorium on data center development on June 2, 2026.

Cary

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 28, 2028

18-month moratorium on all data center development, unanimously approved. Studies power demand, water consumption, noise/vibration, site design. Longest moratorium in the Triangle. The measure runs to February 28, 2028 and covers all data center uses.

Charlotte

In force

150-day data center moratorium

The City Council voted 11-0 on June 8, 2026 for a 150-day moratorium on new data centers (ending November 2026) to study infrastructure, noise and environmental impacts; approved projects were unaffected.

Charlotte (citywide 150-day data center moratorium, public hearing), NC

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Charlotte (citywide 150-day data center moratorium, public hearing), NC data center moratorium

On May 27, 2026, Charlotte City Council held a public hearing on a proposed 150-day citywide data center moratorium; roughly 36 speakers, mostly opposed, demanded onsite renewables, water-use limits, special-use permits for hyperscale facilities, and impact assessments. The moratorium would cover pending projects including Digital Realty's ~400 MW campus north of Charlotte Douglas Airport, PowerHouse's 300 MW University City project, and American Towers' Hood Road expansion (6,000+ signature petition against). Council vote scheduled June 8. The Charlotte City Council vote on the 150-day citywide data center moratorium is scheduled for June 8, 2026. On June 8, 2026 the Charlotte City Council voted 11-0 to enact a 150-day citywide moratorium on new data centers (through ~Nov 5, 2026); already-approved projects are exempt. Charlotte is the largest US city to adopt a data center moratorium to date.

Chatham County

In force

12-month data center and crypto-mining moratorium

Commissioners unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining in unincorporated areas through February 2027; developer Eco TIP West LLC subsequently sued over a frozen 750 MW project.

City of Durham

In force

Data center moratorium (60-day, extended to 12 months)

The City Council adopted a 60-day moratorium on data center development in May 2026 and in June 2026 extended it to a 12-month moratorium running through May 2027.

City of Wilson

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The City Council unanimously adopted a one-year moratorium on May 21, 2026 prohibiting development approvals for large data centers, crypto mining and similar uses.

Clay County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Clay County adopted a data center development moratorium in September 2025, among the earliest in the state.

Clyde

In force

12-month data center moratorium

In April 2026, the Town of Clyde in Haywood County enacted a 12-month moratorium barring acceptance of zoning, conditional use, site plan, building and other development approvals for data centers within town limits.

Columbus County

Proposed

Proposed temporary data center moratorium

The Columbus County Board of Commissioners scheduled an October 5, 2026 public hearing on a temporary pause on data center development; the county attorney proposed 90 days and one commissioner proposed 120 days.

Cumberland County

In force

6-month data center moratorium (unincorporated areas)

The Board of Commissioners voted 7-0 for a 6-month moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas (through December 15, 2026) to allow time to draft regulations.

Davidson County

Failed / vetoed

Failed six-month data center moratorium

A proposed six-month pause on new data center applications failed on Aug. 24, 2026 when the Board of Commissioners split 3-3, so no action was taken. Commissioners debated whether a pause would forgo opportunity or provide needed planning time, and discussed distinguishing hyperscale facilities from smaller operations serving hospitals and colleges.

Davie County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Commissioners unanimously approved a one-year moratorium in July 2026 barring permitting or filing of data centers while the county drafts development standards.

Durham City Council (60-day moratorium on hyperscale data centers, cites Microsoft Woodsdale Township), NC

In force

Durham City Council (60-day moratorium on hyperscale data centers, cites Microsoft Woodsdale Township), NC data center moratorium

Durham City Council passed a 60-day moratorium on hyperscale data centers. Council Member Nate Baker: 'Durham is the first, not the only, of North Carolina's major communities to do this.' He pushed for at least a 24-month moratorium ultimately. Microsoft's 1,385-acre Woodsdale Township proposal cited as proximate concern.

Durham County

In force

Nine-month moratorium on new large data centers

County commissioners voted 4-1 on Aug. 24, 2026, after a public hearing at which 63 residents signed up to speak, to bar new hyperscale data centers in unincorporated Durham County through May 2027 while staff draft permanent rules. Facilities under 100,000 square feet that use closed-loop cooling and no diesel backup generators are exempt. Commissioner Nida Allam dissented on the ground that the measure did not go far enough. The county action matches the City of Durham's existing pause.

Edgecombe County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2028

2-year moratorium, 5-0 of members present after a public hearing: no data center applications or permits accepted, processed or approved in the county's zoning jurisdiction until Aug 3, 2028. Followed Energy Storage Solutions withdrawing its Kingsboro offer. The measure runs to August 3, 2028.

Farmville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 3, 2027

12-month moratorium on data-center development, approved unanimously by the town's Board of Commissioners to allow staff time to research impacts and draft ordinance language, after East Energy Renewables (headquartered in Farmville) pitched a data-center network to town leaders in February. The measure runs to August 3, 2027.

Fayetteville

In force

120-day pause on data center approvals

The City Council adopted a 120-day pause on data center approvals in May 2026 while it reviewed standards.

Forsyth County

In force

Project Iron Spur data center rezoning denied

The Board of Commissioners voted 5-2 on July 30, 2026 to deny a rezoning for Project Iron Spur, a hyperscale data center on about 129 acres in Rural Hall, after the planning board opposed it. Commissioners Don Martin and Gloria Whisenhunt voted in support of the project.

Gates County

In force

12-month moratorium on data center approvals

Gates County adopted a 12-month moratorium on data center approvals in early 2026.

Greensboro

In force

120-day moratorium for data centers above 10 MW

The City Council enacted a 120-day moratorium on Aug. 18, 2026 covering data centers drawing more than 10 MW. Residents at the hearing pressed for a far longer pause to allow environmental study.

Guilford County

Proposed

Proposed data center moratorium of up to 180 days

On September 17, 2026, the Guilford County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to schedule an October 15 legislative public hearing on a proposed moratorium of up to 180 days on data center projects.

Harnett County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners adopted a one-year data center moratorium in May 2026.

Henderson County

Failed / vetoed

Henderson County data center moratorium (failed)

Henderson County passed a 60-day moratorium on cryptocurrency mining on May 1, 2023, citing noise, energy, and e-waste concerns. The moratorium was replaced by permanent Land Development Code amendments establishing zoning requirements for crypto mining. State Sen. Tim Moffitt also sponsored SB 774 granting Henderson, Polk, and Rutherford counties authority to regulate crypto mining.

Hendersonville

In force

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Following a September 3, 2026 public hearing, the City of Hendersonville has a one-year moratorium on data center development in place, according to a WLOS roundup of western North Carolina moratoriums.

Holly Springs

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Town Council adopted a one-year moratorium effective June 17, 2026 and running through June 16, 2027. The town manager advised that Holly Springs can regulate data centers but cannot ban them outright.

Jackson County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

On August 18, 2026, Jackson County commissioners unanimously adopted a one-year moratorium ordinance on new data center development, in effect through August 18, 2027, while the county studies potential regulations.

Kings Mountain

In force

Data center moratorium, extended one year

Kings Mountain adopted a 182-day moratorium in February 2026 on a 5-2 vote after a second data center proposal. With that pause due to expire in late August, the City Council voted on Aug. 25, 2026 to extend it by a full year, carrying it into late August 2027.

Lee County

In force

Lee County data center moratorium

Lee County commissioners voted 6-1 on March 16, 2026 to begin drafting a moratorium on data centers and cryptomining, following a packed public meeting. On April 20, 2026, after a roughly three-hour public hearing, the Board voted 5-1 to approve zoning regulations adding 'Data Center' to the county's Unified Development Ordinance. Many residents had advocated for an outright moratorium. The new standards require pre-application meetings with Community Development staff, a noise study, and water/wastewater/electricity confirmation notices before site plan submission. Sanford City Council adopted near-identical regulations on April 22 in a 6-1 vote.

Madison County

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through June 13, 2024

1-year moratorium on data processing facilities including crypto mining and large server farms, passed unanimously. Would have expired ~Jun 2024; no extension or replacement ordinance found. Confirm current status with the county before citing as active. The measure runs to June 13, 2024.

McDowell County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through February 11, 2027

Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on data center development following a special meeting and public hearing where residents raised concerns about water consumption during drought conditions. No data center project has been proposed in the county. The measure runs to February 11, 2027.

Nash County

In force

Nash County adopts moratorium on data centers and crypto mining

The Nash County Board of Commissioners approved a temporary moratorium on September 8, 2026, after a public hearing. It pauses development approvals for data centers, data processing facilities and cryptocurrency mining operations in unincorporated Nash County. The moratorium runs until June 30, 2027, or until new zoning standards are adopted, whichever comes first.

Northampton County

In force

32-month data center moratorium

Northampton County adopted an unusually long 32-month data center moratorium in May 2026.

Northampton County Commissioners, NC

In force

Northampton County Commissioners, NC data center moratorium

Northampton County Commissioners unanimously approved a 32-month moratorium on data centers after a ~300-signature petition pressed for a longer pause than the originally planned 12 months. SELC attorney involved in advising the community.

Orange County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a one-year moratorium in April 2026 covering AI data centers, crypto mining and similar facilities while staff draft land-use rules.

Raleigh

Proposed

Proposed six-month data center moratorium

On Sep 15, 2026 the City Council directed the city attorney to draft a six-month moratorium on data center development, after residents asked for one at the Sep 8 meeting and a developer withdrew an annexation request for a Southeast Raleigh data center site in August. The council is scheduled to discuss and possibly vote on the draft at its Oct 6, 2026 meeting. Neighboring Cary adopted an 18-month moratorium in August 2026.

Rowan County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a one-year data center moratorium on April 21, 2026.

Statesville

In force

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

On September 14, 2026, the Statesville City Council unanimously approved on second reading a 180-day moratorium on accepting, processing and approving data center development applications, effective that day; previously approved data centers are not affected.

Stokes County

Failed / vetoed

Rejected six-month data center moratorium

On July 14, 2026 the Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to approve text amendments opening the county to data center development and declined to adopt the six-month moratorium its own planning board had recommended. Every public commenter opposed the move. The vote followed a contested hyperscale proposal in Walnut Cove.

Surry County

In force

Two-year data center moratorium

After a 60-day pause in June 2026, commissioners unanimously enacted a two-year data center development moratorium in late July 2026 and appointed a steering committee to study impacts.

Swain County

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a 12-month moratorium on April 21, 2026 and formed an ad hoc committee to study data center impacts.

Town of Apex

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Town Council adopted a one-year moratorium on data center development in April 2026, running through April 2027.

Town of Boone

In force

One-year data center and crypto-mining moratorium

The Town Council voted unanimously on March 23, 2026 for a one-year moratorium on data center and cryptocurrency mining development within town limits.

Town of Brevard

In force

Data center and crypto mining moratorium

Brevard adopted one of the first North Carolina moratoriums, a temporary halt on data centers and crypto mining beginning in September 2025 and later carried to a full year.

Town of Canton

In force

One-year pause on data center projects

Canton adopted a one-year moratorium on all data center projects in February 2026.

Town of Franklin

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Town of Franklin, in Macon County, adopted a one-year data center moratorium on July 6, 2026.

Town of Hillsborough

In force

60-day data center moratorium (later extended)

The town unanimously imposed a 60-day moratorium on new AI data centers and data-mining facilities within town limits, later followed by a longer moratorium in June 2026.

Town of Mayodan

In force

Data center moratorium

Mayodan, in Rockingham County, is among the North Carolina municipalities that had enacted a data center moratorium by mid-July 2026.

Town of Southport

In force

Southport adopts 15-month data center moratorium

The Southport Board of Aldermen unanimously approved a 15-month moratorium on data centers on September 10, 2026. The pause applies within town limits while the town writes data center rules into its unified development ordinance, including allowable districts and setbacks. No data center project was proposed in Southport at the time of the vote.

Town of Spring Hope

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Spring Hope adopted a one-year data center moratorium in May 2026.

Town of Waxhaw

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Aug. 11, 2026 for a 12-month halt on accepting, processing or approving applications for data centers, crypto-mining facilities and related digital infrastructure. No project had been proposed.

Town of Wendell

In force

Seven-month data center moratorium

Wendell adopted a seven-month data center moratorium in May 2026.

Watauga County

In force

County data center moratorium

Watauga County commissioners noticed a countywide moratorium hearing for April 21, 2026 and the county is reported among the western North Carolina jurisdictions that have enacted data center development moratoriums. Adoption date not independently confirmed.

Whiteville

In force

12-month moratorium on data centers and crypto mining

The City Council voted on Aug. 25, 2026 to enact an immediate 12-month moratorium on new data centers and cryptocurrency mining, running to Aug. 25, 2027 or until the city adopts a zoning ordinance text amendment covering those uses, whichever comes first. Staff was directed to research the industries and draft regulations.

Woodfin

In force

12-month data center moratorium

On May 19, 2026, the Woodfin Town Council approved a 12-month moratorium on data center development while the town updates its land development ordinance.

Yadkin County

In force

Proposed one-year data center moratorium

The Yadkin County Board of Commissioners approved a two-year data center moratorium on August 17, 2026, after a public hearing. The moratorium applies only to unincorporated areas under county zoning. Two data center projects inside Yadkinville town limits are not affected.

Barnes County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Commissioners placed a six-month moratorium on potential data centers (reported May 19, 2026) while the county sets development guidelines.

Mercer County

Failed / vetoed

One-year data center moratorium (lifted)

A one-year moratorium adopted 3-2 on March 3, 2026 amid a NextEra/Basin Electric proposal was lifted in July 2026 after the county adopted permanent data center, wind and solar zoning ordinances.

Morton County

In force

Morton County data center moratorium

Morton County adopted a moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities in September 2024. The moratorium prevents permitting of these facilities until the county establishes local zoning regulations. The action came alongside a moratorium on direct air carbon capture facilities (adopted July 2024) after controversy over a Colorado company's special use permit application. County officials stated the moratoriums aim to develop local land use protections for residents, not block development entirely.

Oliver County

Failed / vetoed

Oliver County data center moratorium (failed)

Over 200 people packed the Betty Hagel Memorial Civic Center in Center, ND as Oliver County leaders debated a proposed moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining. The Oliver County Commission voted 3-0 to adopt a moratorium on December 12, 2024, suspending development of all data centers and cryptocurrency mining facilities. The Planning & Zoning Board had previously passed the moratorium unanimously. The purpose is to allow the county adequate time to conduct research and develop standards to guide future development. Nearby Mercer County also voted 3-2 to suspend data center development for one year, as concerns spread across western North Dakota. The project involves the Applied Digital proposal.

Alliance

In force

18-month data center moratorium

Alliance City Council approved an 18-month moratorium denying permits for new AI data centers in a 5-1 vote at its July 6, 2026 meeting.

Archbold

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Emergency resolution, 6-month moratorium on data centers, advanced manufacturing, and technology storage facilities. Passed 5-0. Extended another 6 months to ~Apr 2027 due to uncertainty around HB 646 and state study commission. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Athens

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 4, 2027

1-year permit pause inside city limits; the mayor or service-safety director may extend it a second year. Does not reach the site that prompted it, that parcel is in Athens Township, outside the city. The measure runs to August 4, 2027.

Avon

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 14, 2027

Ordinance No. 37-26, emergency measure effective immediately. One-year moratorium on all data center zoning, building, and occupancy permits city-wide while Planning Commission studies impacts. Council may extend up to 6 additional months. The measure runs to April 14, 2027 and covers all data center uses.

Avon Lake

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 22, 2027

Ordinance 26-60, an emergency measure effective on the mayor's approval Jun 23 and running through Jun 22, 2027, extendable once by up to six months. Bars consideration, approval or authorization of any data center as a permitted, conditional or accessory use, including zoning permits, building permits and certificates of occupancy, and tolls the clock on pending applications so nothing is approved by default. Excludes a data center incidental to a permitted principal use. Section 4 bars any data-center zoning framework reaching council until the city completes fiscal, infrastructure and community-impact analyses and at least two publicly noticed hearings. The measure runs to June 22, 2027 and covers permits.

Barberton

In force

Barberton data center moratorium

Barberton City Council approved an indefinite moratorium on data centers in November 2025. In neighboring Norton, Quantum HPC's Project Triton proposal for the old PPG mine on Limestone Drive was killed in October 2025 after a contentious town hall meeting on October 13, where the Quantum HPC founder made statements the city law director determined were not true. The developer informed the city the representative was no longer working for them, and the project was withdrawn. Around 18 Ohio municipalities have enacted or are considering data center moratoriums.

Berea

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 15, 2027

Ord. 6-6, emergency measure passed on first reading. Moratorium on issuing or processing data center permits for up to one year while the city studies zoning and infrastructure impacts. Sponsored by Councilwomen Coble and Weaver. The measure runs to June 15, 2027.

Blanchester

In force

Data center moratorium

Blanchester Village Council unanimously approved a moratorium on data center development in February 2026, citing water, electric and utility-cost concerns.

Boardman Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 28, 2027

1-year moratorium, unanimous. Pause for zoning regulation development. The measure runs to April 28, 2027.

Braceville Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 2, 2026

Six-month moratorium on issuing any data center permits or applications, unanimous and effective immediately. Trustee chairman Todd Garland cited noise, electricity and water use, and said the consensus among Trumbull County townships was to halt development while they study it. Reported as a Tuesday meeting, matching Jun 2. The measure runs to December 2, 2026.

Bridgewater Township (Williams County)

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Bridgewater Township trustees approved a 12-month moratorium on data centers, as reported on September 17, 2026.

Butler County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Butler County Commissioners unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on June 16, 2026 covering the six townships under county zoning control at those townships' request.

Canton Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Resolution 04-03-2026, moratorium on any new data center operating or locating in the township. Unanimous 3-0 vote. Third Stark County jurisdiction to freeze after Plain Township and Massillon. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Champaign County

In force

Champaign County data center moratorium

Thor Equities proposed a $1 billion, 500MW data center (Urbana Technology Hub) on 48+ acres in Champaign County, Ohio, near Urbana. On March 3, 2026, the Urbana City Council voted 6-1 to approve a 12-month moratorium on data centers over 10,000 sq ft, halting the project. Residents organized rapidly with 4,000+ online petition signatures within two weeks, citing threats to Cedar Bog Nature Preserve, noise, air quality, and water impacts. CyrusOne was also attached to the project. The moratorium takes effect immediately and gives the city time to study potential impacts.

Cincinnati

In force

Temporary data center construction restrictions

Cincinnati City Council imposed temporary restrictions on data center construction in February 2026 and on April 1, 2026 extended them through the end of 2026 pending a zoning study.

City of Hubbard (Trumbull County, moratorium drafted amid 'Project Milo' NDA controversy), OH

In force

City of Hubbard (Trumbull County, moratorium drafted amid 'Project Milo' NDA controversy), OH data center moratorium

After residents confronted Mayor Ben Kyle over an NDA he signed (Dec 2024) tied to an undisclosed data center ('Project Milo,' via the Lake to River economic development partner; possible site former Deer Creek Golf Course), council agreed to draft a 12-month moratorium with a final vote June 1. Distinct from Hubbard Township. Council voted to propose a 12-month moratorium with a final vote scheduled for June 1, 2026, amid the 'Project Milo' NDA controversy (residents confronted Mayor Ben Kyle over a 2024 NDA); one candidate site is the former Deer Creek Golf Course. On June 2, 2026, Hubbard City Council passed a 12-month moratorium on data center construction, placement, and operation, adopted as an emergency (suspending the three-reading rule).

City of Springfield (Clark County)

In force

City of Springfield (Clark County) data center moratorium

At its June 16, 2026 regular meeting, Springfield (Ohio / Clark County) Commissioner Larry Ricketts said he is working with city staff to draft an ordinance for a six-month moratorium on new data centers (renewable if the state does not regulate them), with a first reading expected within a couple of weeks. The pause would not affect data center work already underway. Named local projects: 5C Group's conversion of the former LexisNexis facility (601 Benjamin Dr) to a commercial-scale data center (Vultr/The Constant Company LLC renting space) and a planned 75 MW Crusoe Energy Systems data center. Residents tied to the Conserve Ohio ballot effort have pushed for the moratorium for months. City Commission passed the proposed 6-month moratorium on new large data centers, tied to the existing '5C' data center conversion project (~120 permanent jobs, ~$1.3B claimed investment). Separately, residents are collecting signatures for a charter-amendment ballot measure that would ban data centers in Springfield except small (<7.5MW) self-owned facilities.

City of Warren (Trumbull County)

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Warren City Council unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on the construction, placement, expansion or approval of data centers larger than 1,000 square feet. It also directed the mayor to form a Data Center Review Committee to report within nine months.

Clay Township (Highland County)

In force

Clay Township (Highland County) data center moratorium

Clay Township (Highland County, OH) trustees adopted a 12-month data center moratorium on April 20, 2026. Board Chair Angela Howell cited concerns that rural communities are becoming hot spots for data center development. The moratorium gives the township time to consider zoning and land-use protections before receiving any proposals.

Cleveland

In force

Three-month pause on standalone data centers

Cleveland City Council approved a temporary three-month pause on new standalone, principal-use data center projects on July 15, 2026, in effect through Oct. 16, 2026.

Cleveland City Council (1-yr moratorium proposed; Lakeland Equity permit rejected), OH

In force

Cleveland City Council (1-yr moratorium proposed; Lakeland Equity permit rejected), OH data center moratorium

Council Member Charles Slife proposed a 1-year data center moratorium to update zoning and define DC scales. Separately, the city rejected the construction permit application for Lakeland Equity Group's ~$1.6B data center in Slavic Village (cited incomplete submission); the company is considering options. Update: Cleveland rejected the $1.6B Lakeland Equity hyperscale data center permit in Slavic Village (~May 14), a community win on the permit, while CM Charles Slife’s proposed 1-year moratorium went to committee and is unlikely to pass before council’s summer recess. City Council approved a shortened, 3-month moratorium on new standalone data center construction and expansion, 14-1, giving City Hall time to draft zoning rules. The freeze applies only to standalone data center buildings, not server rooms within mixed-use or multi-tenant properties; Council can extend it.

Conneaut

Failed / vetoed

One-year data center moratorium (failed)

City Council rejected a one-year data center moratorium 2-4 on third reading on Aug. 12, 2026. A separate charter amendment capping data centers at 25 MW remains under consideration.

Cortland

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

One-year emergency moratorium on data center zoning permits and applications. Council President Picuri cited electricity and water concerns. Trumbull County jurisdiction. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Dayton

Proposed

Dayton data center moratorium (proposed)

On April 14, 2026, the Dayton City Plan Board recommended adopting a 180-day moratorium on data center applications and a zoning code text amendment that would prohibit large data centers as a use within the city. Existing facilities (three Lumen/CenturyLink data centers) would be grandfathered. The proposed moratorium was scheduled for Dayton City Commission consideration on April 22, 2026.

Defiance

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Six-month moratorium on acceptance and processing of data center applications. Originally proposed as 12 months, amended 5-2 to six. Companion referendum on November 2026 ballot would cap data centers at 25 MW. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded and applies at a threshold of 25 MW.

Ellsworth Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

One-year moratorium to review zoning. No DC zoning applications received prior. Joins Mahoning Valley communities with moratoriums (Braceville Township, Cortland, Hubbard, Lordstown, Niles). The measure has no documented term.

Fayette County

In force

Temporary data center moratorium (seven townships)

Fayette County commissioners approved a temporary moratorium on data center applications and permits covering seven unincorporated townships (Jefferson, Wayne and Union townships keep independent zoning). Commissioners Garland and Fleak approved it; it runs through June 1, 2027.

Findlay

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 22, 2027

Ordinance 2026-42, 12-month moratorium on establishment or conversion of buildings into data centers, city-wide. Passed 9-1. Draft follow-on ordinance would allow data centers only as Conditional Use in I-3 zones with 1,000-ft residential setback. The measure runs to April 22, 2027.

Girard

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 13, 2027

Ordinance No. 53-36, one-year moratorium on AI data center construction permits. Emergency measure passed 7-0. Council cited solidarity with neighboring Mahoning Valley communities (Niles, Ellsworth, Lordstown, Cortland, Hubbard). The measure runs to July 13, 2027.

Grafton

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 19, 2031

Five-year halt on data center development, the longest local term in this tracker, adopted at a regular council meeting after community polling and on the mayor's recommendation, following discussion of how long the restriction should run. The measure runs to May 19, 2031.

Granville

Proposed

Charter amendment capping data center load on November ballot

A citizen petition to ban data centers drawing over 25 megawatts is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in Granville.

Green Township (Harrison County)

In force

Moratorium on new development amid data center proposals

Green Township trustees approved a moratorium of at least 12 months on new development while a newly formed township zoning commission drafts rules to prohibit or restrict data centers.

Grove City

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Grove City Council voted 6-1 in June 2026 to pause new data center development for one year (with a six-month review) while a task force studies the issue.

Grove City (6-month data center moratorium), OH

In force

Grove City (6-month data center moratorium), OH data center moratorium

On June 1, 2026, Grove City passed a 12-month (1-year) moratorium on data center development, amended to create a task force to study impacts and develop regulations during the pause.

Howland Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 10, 2026

Six-month moratorium, renewable for a further six months and extendable beyond that, on all applications for zoning certificates, conditional use permits, variances or rezonings for a data center, across every zoning district. Applies to applications filed after the effective date. Reported as a Wednesday meeting, matching Jun 10. The measure runs to December 10, 2026 and covers rezoning requests.

Hubbard

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 1, 2027

12-month moratorium on the construction, placement or operation of a data center in the city, requested by Councilwoman Robin Zambrini after residents raised concerns about a potential project. Hubbard CITY, Hubbard Township acted separately. Reported as a Monday regular meeting, matching Jun 1. The measure runs to June 1, 2027.

Ironton

In force

Ironton data center moratorium

Strata Expanse (Houston), RAVEL, and Supermicro held a ribbon-cutting in December 2025 for an AI Center of Excellence and data center at 1476 County Road 1A in Lawrence County's Haverhill area, just off U.S. 52, the first of a 30-day national rollout of Strata Expanse's 'Land-to-Hand AI' data center concept. The facility is uniquely powered by green hydrogen and is designed for AI workloads, cryptocurrency, and AI training (with community members helping train models). Lawrence County leaders met to discuss the project, and Vertiv announced a $49M facility expansion in Ironton (operational Q2 2027) to support cooling demand. Promises 520 new jobs combined.

Jackson Township (Franklin County)

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Jackson Township trustees unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on all data centers on unincorporated land in the township, effective immediately.

Jerome Township

In force

Nine-month data center moratorium, renewed

Trustees approved a nine-month moratorium on new data centers on Sept. 3, 2025, making Jerome Township in Union County the first Ohio local government to pause data center development. The pause was renewed into 2026 and became a model for other Ohio communities, though residents have criticized the township for approving permits while it was in place.

Kent

In force

Temporary AI data center permit moratorium (Ord. 2026-31)

Kent enacted Ordinance No. 2026-31 imposing a temporary moratorium not to exceed one year on permits for AI data centers within city limits.

Lake Township (Wood Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 3, 2027

One-year moratorium. Part of broader Wood County trend, 7 of 19 townships adopted moratoriums, 8 more discussed. Enacted after a potential data center site was listed for sale. The measure runs to March 3, 2027.

Lima

In force

18-month moratorium on new data centers

Lima City Council approved an 18-month moratorium on new data center projects on September 14, 2026. The pause lets city departments study water and other impacts and return to council with recommended standards. The Google data center already under construction is not affected.

Lordstown

In force

180-day data center moratorium (extended)

Lordstown Village Council unanimously enacted a 180-day moratorium on AI data center permitting in January 2026 and extended it in June; the measure is contested in litigation before the Ohio Supreme Court.

Lordstown (Trumbull County)

Proposed

Lordstown (Trumbull County) data center moratorium (proposed)

Separately from the data center freeze, Lordstown Village Council is advancing a 180-day moratorium on permits for businesses using small mobile (modular) reactors or battery energy storage systems (BESS). Council approved first readings of two motions, with the second reading set for June 15, 2026. Mayor Jackie Woodward said no company currently uses such equipment in the village but officials want time to research the technologies; the Moratorium Committee (chaired by Mark McGrail) is tasked with studying impacts and zoning. This is a NEW item distinct from the data center moratorium and is tied to powering/co-locating the Stargate-area development.

Lordstown Village Council, OH

In force

Lordstown Village Council, OH data center moratorium

Lordstown Village Council announced plan to extend its 180-day data center moratorium by another 180 days; hired consultant Brian Frantz ($7,625 cap). The OpenAI Stargate Lordstown site (6M sq ft former GM/Foxconn plant, Crescent Dune LLC) is adjacent but distinct from the Bristolville 25 parcel whose Ohio Supreme Court lawsuit remains pending. Public hearing scheduled June 2026. May 4, 2026: Council moved to advertise a June public hearing to extend the existing 180-day moratorium by another 180 days (covers village + Jackson Twp). The OpenAI Stargate Lordstown site (former GM/Foxconn plant, Crescent Dune LLC) does not appear subject to this moratorium. On June 16, 2026, Lordstown Village Council voted unanimously, by emergency reading, to extend its data center moratorium another 180 days (effective July 5, 2026), pushing the freeze through end of 2026. The original 180-day moratorium was enacted Jan. 5, 2026 and was set to expire July 4. A June 15 public hearing drew few residents (one comment, in...

Madison Township (Lake County)

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Madison Township trustees unanimously approved a 12-month moratorium on data center permits to study whether to limit or prohibit data centers, following opposition to a proposed project in nearby Perry Village.

Massillon

In force

Data center moratorium (reduced to 60 days)

Massillon City Council unanimously passed a 180-day data center moratorium on April 6, 2026, then voted 8-0 to shorten it to a 60-day stay amid interest in the former Republic Steel site.

Maumee

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 2, 2027

Resolution No. 005-2026, 12-month emergency moratorium on establishment or conversion of structures into data centers. Passed 6-0. Precautionary measure while city studies impacts. The measure runs to February 2, 2027.

McDonald

In force

One-year moratorium on data center applications

McDonald Village Council voted 5-0 at a special meeting on September 16, 2026 to adopt a moratorium barring the village from accepting, processing or considering data center applications. The moratorium lasts up to 12 months and can be ended earlier by council. Officials said it allows time to review zoning for the McDonald Steel mill property.

Miamisburg

In force

Nine-month data center moratorium

City Council voted 6-0 on Sept. 1, 2026 to impose a nine-month moratorium on data center development. It followed community concern over a possible large-scale data center at the former DP&L Hutchings Power Station site, and gives the city time to write zoning and development standards it does not currently have.

Middleton Township

In force

Middleton Township data center moratorium

A Meta data center spanning 715,000 sq ft under construction in Middleton Township, Ohio, was revealed in April 2025, anticipated operational in 2027 with 100 employees (350 MW, 280 acres). Over 150 residents packed a Wood County Planning Commission meeting demanding transparency about the $800M facility. Concerns include massive water consumption, electricity usage, farmland loss, and environmental and health impacts. A power plant for the data center was fast-tracked and approved with no public hearings. Nearby communities enacted moratoriums in response: Monclova Township approved a 12-month moratorium in February 2026, and Maumee City Council approved a 12-month moratorium on February 2, 2026.

Monroe Township (Adams County)

In force

Monroe Township (Adams County) data center moratorium

Monroe Township, Ohio, trustees unanimously passed a 12-month moratorium on new proposals and development of data centers and small modular nuclear reactors. Monroe Township is the second locality in Adams County to pass a data center moratorium, alongside Sprigg Township. Trustees also established a zoning commission to regulate development in the 27-square-mile jurisdiction. Part of broader Adams County opposition to a proposed massive data center near the former Stuart power plant. Meta not confirmed; developer under NDA. The Hunterbrook 'Meta Ohio' article refers to Piqua/Mount Orab, not this Adams County project.

Montgomery Township (Ashland Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 1, 2028

Two-year moratorium on new data center construction. Unanimous 3-0 vote. Drafted with county prosecutor's office. Trustee originally proposed outright ban but settled on temporary pause. The measure runs to July 1, 2028.

Mount Orab

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through August 30, 2026

Ordinance No. 1339, 180-day moratorium on data center permits. Triggered by mysterious 1,000-acre mega site project by DB Stu LLC. Council member rescinded NDA to introduce the ordinance. 1,700-member opposition Facebook group. The measure runs to August 30, 2026.

Mt. Orab

In force

Mt. Orab data center moratorium

In Mt. Orab, Ohio, Village Councilman Eric Lang introduced two ordinances for a 180-day data center moratorium amid community outcry over a mysterious 1,000-acre 'mega site' project requesting up to 2,000 MW. A Facebook group grew to 1,700+ members and nearly 1,000 residents signed a petition. Council members had signed NDAs about the project. Council voted to approve the temporary zoning-code moratorium on data centers in March 2026, joining at least 15 Ohio communities with enacted or pending moratoriums. Mt. Orab's expires end of August 2026.

Muhlenberg Township

In force

Muhlenberg Township data center moratorium

Muhlenberg Township, Ohio, (Pickaway County, near Circleville) passed a 12-month moratorium on new data centers after a petition gathered 700+ signatures (proposed by Pacifico Energy) (120 MW, 49 acres). Key concerns include proximity to schools, potential for private wells to dry up, and impacts on the rural residential character of the township. Darbyville is within Muhlenberg Township. The resolution (2026-10) expires February 3, 2027.

New Carlisle

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 17, 2027

Ordinance 2026-06, 12-month moratorium. Study period for planning, zoning, and business regulation decisions. The measure runs to February 17, 2027.

Newton Falls

In force

12-month data center moratorium

Council voted 4-0 in early September 2026 to give emergency reading to a 12-month moratorium on data centers, so the zoning department and city manager can examine infrastructure, utilities and zoning code requirements. One councilman argued for a permanent ban instead.

Northwest Township (Williams County)

In force

Data center moratorium

Northwest Township trustees approved a data center moratorium, as reported on September 10, 2026. The term was not available in the published excerpt.

Norton

In force

180-day data center moratorium

Norton City Council advanced a 180-day moratorium on data center zoning applications in November 2025; single-sourced.

Ohio Supreme Court

Failed / vetoed

Ohio Supreme Court rejects Wilmington data center lawsuit initiative

The Ohio Supreme Court denied a lawsuit initiative related to a Wilmington data center. This decision was made on September 19, 2026.

Oregon

Proposed

Charter amendment capping data center load on November ballot

A citizen petition to ban data centers drawing over 25 megawatts is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in Oregon, Ohio.

Painesville Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

12-month moratorium on new data center permits, unanimous. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Painesville Township Trustees (Lake County), OH

In force

Painesville Township Trustees (Lake County), OH data center moratorium

Painesville Township Trustees unanimously approved a 12-month data center moratorium, citing zoning gaps, water, noise, and infrastructure. Distinct from the City of Painesville.

Pataskala

In force

Rejection of a 200 MW Aligned Data Centers campus

City Council voted 7-0 on Aug. 25, 2026 to reject the site plan for a proposed three-building, 200 MW Aligned Data Centers campus in the city's industrial park, citing unresolved questions about how the project would be powered given that final siting decisions would fall to the Ohio Power Siting Board. Nearly 60 residents filled council chambers with overflow viewing in the city hall lobby. A separate ballot measure that could ban large data centers goes to Pataskala voters in November 2026.

Pierce Township

In force

Data center zoning moratorium extended to May 31, 2027

Pierce Township trustees (Clermont County) voted on September 9, 2026 to extend the township's zoning moratorium on data center uses, previously set to run until February, through May 31, 2027. The action followed a developer's pitch for a data center on about 300 acres near the former Beckjord power plant. The board chair said the township is not considering a data center at any site, and the zoning commission is drafting standards on water, power, noise and setbacks.

Pioneer

In force

Six-month pause on data center proposals

Pioneer Village Council (Williams County) voted 6-0 on September 14, 2026 to approve a six-month moratorium on data center proposals. Council members cited energy use and health concerns.

Piqua

Proposed

Charter amendment banning large data centers sent to November ballot

The Piqua City Commission voted 5-0 on August 18, 2026 to pass an amended ordinance placing a citizen-petitioned charter amendment on the November 3, 2026 ballot, pending Board of Elections verification. The amendment would prohibit construction of data centers exceeding 25 megawatts. Voters will decide the measure.

Plain City

In force

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Plain City Village Council passed Ordinance 37-2026, an emergency ordinance establishing a one-year moratorium on accepting development applications that include data centers. First reading Aug. 5, second reading and passage Aug. 10, 2026 (5-0).

Plain Township (Stark Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 24, 2027

12-month moratorium on data center permits. Third Stark County jurisdiction to freeze (after Canton Township and Massillon). Concerns over noise, electricity, water, and aesthetics. The measure runs to March 24, 2027.

Ravenna

In force

One-year data center moratorium

Ravenna City Council adopted a one-year moratorium on data center construction on April 20, 2026 following grassroots opposition.

Richfield Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 17, 2027

Resolution 021726-01, 12-month emergency moratorium on data centers, energy-producing/storage facilities, and high-energy-use facilities in all zoning districts. Cited lack of zoning inspector. The measure runs to February 17, 2027.

Scioto Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 6, 2027

12-month moratorium pausing all new data center applications while township updates zoning codes. Trustee Wasmus introduced; Trustee Wolfe proposed 6 months but was overruled. The measure runs to March 6, 2027.

Scioto Township (Pickaway County)

In force

Scioto Township (Pickaway County) data center moratorium

Scioto Township trustees in Pickaway County enacted a 12-month moratorium on data center applications in March 2026, joining at least 15 Ohio communities resisting AI industry expansion. The township's existing zoning code contains little to no language addressing large data center facilities. Trustee Wolfe proposed shortening the pause to six months, but other trustees insisted the full year was needed to craft legally airtight regulations for the rapidly growing sector.

Shawnee Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 13, 2027

18-month moratorium on data centers, battery energy storage, and solar energy fields. Unanimous vote following zoning board recommendation. WLIO's report is dated Apr 14, 2026 and places the vote on 'Monday night', i.e. Apr 13; the publisher has since removed the article, so the source is the Internet Archive copy. The measure runs to October 13, 2027.

Sprigg Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 24, 2027

12-month moratorium. Followed pushback over proposed data center at former Stuart power plant site that would consume 31x the energy of the entire county. The measure runs to February 24, 2027.

Sprigg Township (Adams County)

In force

Sprigg Township (Adams County) data center moratorium

Sprigg Township, Ohio, trustees in Adams County passed a one-year voluntary moratorium on data centers on March 2, 2026, targeting a proposed facility at the former Stuart power plant site (1,016 acres). The data center, backed by 68 Yards LLC, would start at 100 MW in 2028 and scale to 1,300 MW by 2032, 31 times Adams County's total current electricity consumption. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has already issued a federal permit for the project with conditions to protect endangered bats, mussels, and butterflies, and residents have launched petitions for a statewide constitutional ban on data centers.

Springfield

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 14, 2027

Ordinance 159-26, 6-month moratorium on high-density computing facilities with energy demand > 25 MW. Passed 5-0 by City Commission. Could be extended if state does not act. The measure runs to January 14, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 25 MW.

Sunbury

Proposed

Charter amendment capping data center load on November ballot

A citizen-initiated charter amendment to ban data centers drawing over 25 megawatts is on the November 3, 2026 ballot in Sunbury.

Tallmadge

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 10, 2026

Ordinance 2026-38, 6-month moratorium on data center proposals. Passed 7-0. Proactive, no pending applications. Includes hardship appeal process under ORC Chapter 2506. The measure runs to October 10, 2026.

Tiffin

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 20, 2027

Resolution 2026-42, 12-month moratorium barring establishment or conversion of structures into data centers. Passed 6-0, declared emergency. Preemptive, no project proposed. The measure runs to April 20, 2027.

Trenton

Proposed

Charter amendment banning data centers placed on November ballot

Trenton City Council passed an emergency ordinance on September 3, 2026 placing a citizen-initiated charter amendment on the November 3, 2026 ballot, after the Ohio Supreme Court ordered the city on September 1 to submit it to voters. The amendment would prohibit new data centers requiring more than 25 megawatts within city limits. It would not affect the Amazon Web Services data center already under construction.

Twinsburg

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

12-month moratorium on data center permits. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Upper Sandusky

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Six-month moratorium to review existing planning and zoning regulations. Planning Commission evaluating 'high resource demand development' rules. Consulting with industry experts and benchmarking against other communities. Focus on infrastructure strain and natural resource consumption. The measure has no documented term.

Urbana

Proposed

Charter amendment banning data centers over 7.5 MW on November ballot

Urbana voters will decide on November 3, 2026 on a charter amendment to ban data centers that draw over 7.5 megawatts.

Vermilion

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 23, 2027

Ordinance 2026-17, moratorium on consideration, approval, or authorization of data center development across all zoning districts. Bars building permits, COOs, development plans, and special use permits. The measure runs to March 23, 2027 and covers permits.

Vienna Township

In force

Vienna Township data center moratorium

Vienna Township in northeast Ohio is using a pause on data centers to develop lasting zoning changes rather than a temporary moratorium. Trustee Phil Pegg requested zoning to place a limit of 85 decibels at the property line, and if a data center uses more than 5 megawatts of power, they must produce anything in excess on site or an adjacent site. All water usage and discharge must meet Ohio EPA regulations.

Vienna Township (Trumbull Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 16, 2026

Rolling moratorium originally enacted 2025, extended 60 days from Aug 16 to Oct 16, 2026 while the county planning commission reviews the township's draft data center zoning, including noise and power limits. Bitdeer (Singapore-based) has plans in the area. The measure runs to October 16, 2026.

Village of Ashville

In force

180-day data center moratorium

The Village Council passed a 180-day moratorium unanimously as an emergency measure on Dec. 20, 2025 after public pushback against a proposed EdgeConneX data center on roughly 680 acres in Pickaway County. The village can consider annexation during the pause but no development on the data center may proceed.

Village of South Bloomfield

In force

180-day data center moratorium

Neighboring South Bloomfield enacted its own 180-day moratorium on data center construction in December 2025 and also removed industrial zoning that would have allowed applications.

Village of Yellow Springs, OH

In force

Village of Yellow Springs, OH data center moratorium

Yellow Springs Council passed Ordinance 2026-08 on emergency reading May 18, suspending zoning permits/approvals for data centers over 2 MW peak load for 12 months (expires May 18, 2027).

Warren County

Proposed

Proposed temporary data center moratorium

At a September 22, 2026 work session, Warren County commissioners directed the prosecutor's office to draft a temporary data center moratorium resolution. A public hearing is to be scheduled before any vote.

Washington Township (Butler Co.)

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 16, 2027

360-day moratorium on zoning permits for new data center uses. Preemptive, no one had contacted the township about a project. The measure runs to April 16, 2027.

Washington Township (Montgomery County)

In force

Washington Township (Montgomery County) data center moratorium

On April 21, 2026, Washington Township trustees (Montgomery County, Dayton area) approved a 360-day moratorium on issuance and processing of zoning permits and approvals for data center land uses, effective immediately. There are no approved plans or development applications for a data center in the township; trustees cited a need to study utility demand, noise, aesthetics, safety, and infrastructure concerns and decide whether data centers should be limited, prohibited, or subject to additional regulation. (This is distinct from Washington Township in Franklin County.)

Waterville

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through June 8, 2026

Resolution 34-25, 6-month moratorium (amended down from 12 months). Passed 7-0. Council member Wagner introduced it, citing agricultural land protection. The measure runs to June 8, 2026.

Westlake

In force

Six-month moratorium on data center approvals

Westlake City Council unanimously passed a moratorium on September 3, 2026 freezing new data center approvals for up to six months, with two possible 90-day extensions. The city has no data centers and its zoning code does not list them as a permitted use; the pause gives the planning department time to study regulations.

Williamsburg

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through March 13, 2027

Ordinance 1249-26, emergency moratorium on authorization or establishment of data centers within the village. Applies to all pending applications without a final permit. The measure runs to March 13, 2027.

Wilmington

Failed / vetoed

Data center zoning initiative kept off the ballot

Citizen initiative to add data center standards (noise, lighting, emissions, generator testing, water use, wastewater and heat) to the city zoning code, filed by residents opposing a proposed AWS data center. On Sep 18, 2026 the Ohio Supreme Court held in State ex rel. Kidd v. Clinton County Board of Elections that the Board could keep the measure off the Nov 3 ballot because it created a private right of action, which a municipality lacks the power to create. Five justices joined the majority, one concurred and one dissented. A regulations initiative, not a moratorium.

Wood County (Bowling Green area)

In force

Wood County (Bowling Green area) data center moratorium

Meta revealed plans for an $800M, 715,000 sq ft data center on 280 acres in Middleton Township. 7 of Wood County's 19 townships have adopted temporary moratoriums, with 8 more discussing it. Residents also pushed back against fast-tracked approval of a 350 MW 'Apollo' gas plant to power the facility.

Yellow Springs

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through May 18, 2027

Ordinance 2026-08, 12-month moratorium on data centers with demand > 2 MW. Exempts auxiliary data centers under 10% of primary structure. Council member Pearce cited misalignment with community scale and values. The measure runs to May 18, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 2 MW.

Broken Arrow

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2026

6-month moratorium on accepting land use development applications for data centers, unanimous, to Dec 31, 2026 with an option to extend six more months; includes an appeal route to the Board of Adjustment. City studying power, water, noise, traffic and state tax exemptions. The measure runs to December 31, 2026.

Cherokee Nation

In force

Tribal moratorium on data centers with no end date

Banned hyperscale data centers on tribally owned and trust lands after task force report; 64% of 1,593 surveyed citizens opposed; requires consultation for projects on nontribal land within reservation. The measure has no end date by design.

Cherokee Nation (tribal and trust lands)

In force

Ban on hyperscale data centers

Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. announced on Aug. 10, 2026 that the Cherokee Nation will not permit hyperscale data centers on tribally owned or trust lands, and will not consider reservation projects without tribal consultation. A task force survey found 64% of ~1,600 citizens opposed.

Choctaw

In force

City moratorium on data centers through July 21, 2027

12-month moratorium on data centers; preemptive, no developers had submitted plans; only one nay vote "out of principle". The measure runs to July 21, 2027.

Edmond

In force

Data center permit moratorium (through Dec. 31, 2026)

The Edmond City Council voted June 8, 2026 to place a moratorium on data center developments through at least December 31, 2026 while it researches impacts, though no proposals currently exist.

Kickapoo Tribe of Oklahoma

In force

Tribal moratorium on data centers with no end date

Business Committee formally declared opposition to construction and operation of data centers on tribal lands; not compatible with long-term vision for sustainable development. The measure has no end date by design.

Luther

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2026

Town board ordinance pausing new rezoning applications and specific-use permit requests for data centers through Dec 31, 2026, and restricting approvals of applications already filed, while the town revises zoning for data centers and battery storage. Aimed at Beltline Energy's proposed development, which the board discussed the same night without acting on it. The meeting drew a crowd large enough to be moved outdoors. The measure runs to December 31, 2026 and covers rezoning requests.

Norman

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 9, 2027

One-year moratorium on approving permits for data centers within city limits, adopted unanimously June 23, 2026; press reports the suspension runs to Jun 9, 2027. Mayor said no specific proposal prompted it. The measure runs to June 9, 2027.

Oklahoma City

In force

Data center moratorium through end of 2026

City Council unanimously approved a moratorium (through end of 2026) halting new data center applications, rezonings and permits, with an appeals process for exemptions.

Seminole Nation of Oklahoma

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

General Council voted 24-0 for indefinite moratorium on AI data center development on tribal lands. Bars any inquiries or development concerning data centers of any size. Triggered by startup NDA request. The measure has no end date by design.

Shawnee

In force

City moratorium on data centers through December 31, 2027

City commissioners voted 7-0 to freeze new data center applications through end of 2027. The measure runs to December 31, 2027.

Tulsa

In force

Nine-month pause on new data center construction

The City Council voted unanimously in late March 2026 to pause new data center construction for nine months while the city reviews how data centers are classified in its zoning code, with a planning office report every 60 days. District 4 Councilor Laura Bellis had sought a full year and amended it to nine months. The first two phases of Project Anthem are exempt and Project Clydesdale, already under construction, is unaffected.

City of Hillsboro

In force

120-day data center land-use moratorium

City Council enacted a 120-day land-use moratorium on data centers and battery storage on July 27, 2026, becoming the first Oregon city to do so; Hillsboro already hosts 21 data center sites.

Clackamas County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Commissioners voted unanimously to direct staff to begin formal moratorium process (up to 120 days once enacted). Oregon law requires 45-day notice before public hearing; moratorium not yet in effect during notice period. No existing data center applications in the county. The measure has no documented term.

Portland

Proposed

Portland council votes to discourage data center NDAs, pursue moratorium

The Portland city council voted to discourage non-disclosure agreements for data center projects and to pursue a moratorium. The action was taken on September 17, 2026.

Salem

In force

Move to impose a temporary data center moratorium

Salem City Council voted 7-0, with two members absent, on September 21, 2026 to adopt a 120-day moratorium on all new AI data center projects in Salem, effective immediately.

Washington County

Failed / vetoed

County declines to pursue data center moratorium

The Washington County Board of Commissioners decided in early September 2026 not to move forward with a data center pause, citing limited opportunities for such facilities in unincorporated areas the county oversees.

Woodburn

In force

120-day data center moratorium

The Woodburn City Council unanimously approved a 120-day moratorium on data center development on September 15, 2026. The moratorium bars the city from considering new data center applications while officials study environmental, regulatory and quality-of-life impacts, and it can be extended up to six months.

Allegheny County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

County Council introduced Bill 8185928 to ban data center construction and related infrastructure (backup generators, cooling towers) on county-owned properties (~770 parcels, ~30,000 acres). Introduced by seven council members including Dan Grzybek and Bethany Hallam. Referred to committee on sustainability and green initiatives. The measure has no documented term and applies at a threshold of 30,000 acres.

Allentown

In force

Bill 52 Amending Part II General Legislation, Chapter 660 Zoning, Article 5 Uses, Table 660-4 Use Table and Section 660-38 Manufacturing & Industry Group

Allentown Ordinance 15-8508 on data center zoning: Bill 52 Amending Part II General Legislation, Chapter 660 Zoning, Article 5 Uses, Table 660-4 Use Table and Section 660-38 Manufacturing & Industry Group, adding public notice requirements Status Passed as of 2026-08-05.

Bensalem Township

In force

180-day data center curative-amendment moratorium

Township Council unanimously adopted a Declaration of Substantive Invalidity and curative amendment on June 8, 2026, pausing all data center development for 180 days while it writes zoning rules.

Brookville

In force

Borough moratorium on data centers through December 14, 2026

180-day moratorium on data centers and borough water use for data centers. Two potential data center projects prompted action. Unanimous vote. The measure runs to December 14, 2026.

Buffalo Township

In force

Township moratorium on data centers through February 8, 2027

180-day moratorium on data center development in Butler County township; supervisors voted unanimously. The measure runs to February 8, 2027.

Butler Township

In force

Township moratorium on data centers through November 8, 2026

180-day curative amendment moratorium on data center applications; proposing 2,000-foot residential setback. The measure runs to November 8, 2026.

Center Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 7, 2026

180-day curative amendment halting data center and power generation plant development in Butler County. Unanimous vote. The measure runs to December 7, 2026.

Clinton Township (Wayne County)

In force

Linde data center land development plan rejected

The Board of Supervisors unanimously rejected Linde Corporation's preliminary land development plan for 20 data center buildings and two gas-fired power plants on 758 acres of former mining land near Browndale, finding it did not meet the township's subdivision and land development ordinance. The planning commission had unanimously recommended denial. The vote was reported Sept. 14, 2026.

Cummings Township (Lycoming County)

In force

180-day moratorium on data center applications

Cummings Township supervisors adopted Resolution 07.14.2026.01, a moratorium on applications for data centers allowing 180 days to prepare a curative amendment to the zoning ordinance.

Dorrance Township

In force

Dorrance Township data center moratorium

Dorrance Township adopted a zoning ordinance amendment on September 22, 2025, allowing data centers only in industrial zones. Brewster Land Company LLC owns a 155-acre parcel zoned B-2 business highway district and is challenging the ordinance, arguing it doesn't provide a clear path for data centers and effectively blocks development. The zoning hearing board began proceedings in October 2025. After multiple continuances, a hearing was scheduled for May 6, 2026 to determine whether the zoning ordinance unlawfully excluded data centers.

East Vincent Township (Chester County)

In force

Denial of Pennhurst data center conditional use

The Board of Supervisors unanimously denied a conditional use application for a 1.9 million-square-foot data center at the former Pennhurst site in May 2026. The developer said it would appeal.

East Whiteland Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

180-day moratorium, board declared parts of data center zoning 'substantively invalid' and launched curative amendment. Developer Green Fig withdrew 1.7M sq ft application in May after sustained public opposition. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Gregg Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 16, 2027

Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-03 imposing 180-day moratorium on new data center applications. Does not apply to PNK Group's pending application for a 252,000-sq-ft data center at Great Stream Commons. The measure runs to February 16, 2027.

Gregg Township (Union County)

In force

180-day moratorium on data center applications

Supervisors adopted Resolution 2026-03 at a special meeting on Aug. 20, 2026, barring the acceptance, processing and approval of new data center or 'technical development' applications for a period not to exceed 180 days or until the board terminates it. The pending PNK Group application is excluded and continues to be processed separately.

Hazle Township

In force

180-day curative-amendment data center pause

The Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a municipal curative amendment pausing new data center applications for six months, following the Project Hazelnut campus dispute.

Jessup Borough (Lackawanna County)

In force

Denial of Breaker Street data center campus

The Jessup Zoning Hearing Board unanimously denied plans for a data center campus on Breaker Street on December 23, 2025, finding the proposed substation could not be placed in the residential zone.

Little Britain Township

In force

Township moratorium on data centers through December 6, 2026

180-day moratorium on data center applications while developing zoning ordinance. The measure runs to December 6, 2026.

Lycoming County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 15, 2026

Curative amendment under PA MPC Section 609.2; county zoning declared invalid for lack of data center standards. 180-day window. Covers 19 municipal partners. Separate from Muncy Township moratorium. The measure runs to December 15, 2026.

Montour County

Failed / vetoed

Expired county moratorium on data centers through April 30, 2026

180-day moratorium on data center applications, permits, and rezonings; adopted Data Center Land Use Ordinance in April 2026. The measure runs to April 30, 2026 and covers rezoning requests.

Mount Carmel Township

In force

Mount Carmel Township data center moratorium

Mount Carmel Township passed a 180-day data center moratorium before 100+ residents, to upgrade zoning.

Muncy Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 1, 2027

9-month moratorium on data centers in Lycoming County township; prompted by Danko Holdings/Fishlips LLC proposal for 100-acre, 3-building facility. The measure runs to February 1, 2027.

Olyphant Borough (Lackawanna County)

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Borough Council voted 4-3 on April 15, 2026, to place a six-month moratorium on data center development while it drafts a data center ordinance.

Philadelphia

Proposed

Activists rally at City Hall, demand Philadelphia data center moratorium

Activists gathered at City Hall to call for a moratorium on new data centers. The rally took place on 2026-09-14.

Smithfield Township

In force

Township moratorium on data centers through November 2, 2026

Curative amendment process pausing data center applications for 180 days; adopted new H-1 Heavy Industrial zoning on Aug 12, completing moratorium early. The measure runs to November 2, 2026.

Upper Burrell Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through November 2, 2026

180-day moratorium on new data center development, enacted May 2026, expires Nov 2. Does NOT apply to existing TECfusions permits (Building J already operational). Despite moratorium, commissioners approved a land development plan for TECfusions. 1,400-acre campus (Keystone Connect) could reach 3 GW. 50+ residents attended meeting opposing DC. Former Alcoa Technical Center site. The measure runs to November 2, 2026.

Warrington Township

In force

Local moratorium on data centers until a condition is met

Resolution 2026-09: curative amendment under PA MPC Section 609.2. York County (not Bucks). Administrative pause since Mar 11; formally ratified May 13. The measure runs until a condition is met rather than to a date.

West Hempfield Township

In force

Data center zoning ordinance with size and buffer limits

The Board of Supervisors in Lancaster County unanimously approved an ordinance in early September 2026 regulating data centers, setting limits on facility size and on proximity to residential and agricultural land. No application was pending. The planning commission will review further amendments covering noise and water use.

West Mahanoy Township

In force

West Mahanoy Township 180-day curative amendment moratorium on data centers and solar farms

On September 15, 2026, the West Mahanoy Township supervisors in Schuylkill County voted unanimously to adopt a resolution invoking the municipal curative amendment process, declaring the zoning ordinance deficient for data centers and solar farms. The action creates a 180-day moratorium on those uses while the township drafts standards on noise, buffers, power sources and community benefits. Officials said no applications were pending.

West Whiteland Township

In force

Township moratorium on data centers through November 1, 2026

Board invoked municipal curative amendment declaring zoning ordinance deficient for data center regulation; 180-day pause on submissions. The measure runs to November 1, 2026.

Charlestown

In force

Zoning ban on data centers and battery storage

The Town Council voted 5-0 on Aug. 11, 2026 to prohibit data centers and battery energy storage systems townwide - Rhode Island's second municipal data center ban - citing reliance on well water and septic systems.

Cumberland

In force

Zoning ordinance listing data centers as a prohibited use

The Town Council voted 6-1 on September 16, 2026, to adopt Ordinance 26-22 listing data centers as a prohibited use in the town zoning ordinance.

Smithfield

In force

Zoning ban on data centers in all districts

The Town Council voted 4-1 on May 5, 2026 to define data centers and list them as Not Permitted in every zoning district, effective June 4 - Rhode Island's first municipal ban. A developer that applied one day earlier is litigating the effective date.

Westerly

In force

Town moratorium on data centers through July 27, 2027

Adopted 7-0; one-year moratorium on development or construction of data centers. Allows Planning and Zoning Commission time to draft comprehensive zoning rules. Town ordinances were previously silent on data centers. No pending applications at time of vote. The measure runs to July 27, 2027.

Anderson County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

County Council passed the third and final reading of a six-month data center moratorium on Aug. 20, 2026.

Chester County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

County Council unanimously approved a six-month countywide pause on data center applications on July 20, 2026, invoking the pending-ordinance doctrine; a related Valara Holdings project is contested in litigation.

Chesterfield County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through January 1, 2028

Ordinance 25-26-23 imposing moratorium on data centers, data processing, and crypto mining in unincorporated areas until Jan 1, 2028. The measure runs to January 1, 2028.

Clarendon County

In force

Clarendon County Council adopts data center moratorium

Clarendon County Council unanimously approved a data center moratorium on third and final reading on September 14, 2026. The moratorium pauses future data center development applications while council studies impacts. It does not directly affect Project 59 at the county industrial park or Santee Electric Cooperative's existing land holdings. The reported coverage did not state the moratorium's length.

Colleton County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 7, 2027

6-month moratorium on special exceptions, conditional-use approvals, and other land-use/development approvals for data centers (Ordinance 26-O-04), adopted unanimously. Planning Commission separately approved a 'digital infrastructure overlay district' text amendment. The measure runs to January 7, 2027.

Colleton County Council (first-reading 6-month moratorium on 850-acre Eagle Rock proposal in ACE Basin), SC

Proposed

Colleton County Council (first-reading 6-month moratorium on 850-acre Eagle Rock proposal in ACE Basin), SC data center moratorium (proposed)

Colleton County Council unanimously passed first reading of a 6-month (extendable) moratorium over an 850-acre proposed data-center facility on Cooks Hill Road south of Walterboro in the ACE Basin (9 industrial buildings on wetland-adjacent property).

Colleton County Council (moratorium finalized, related SELC lawsuit paused)

In force

Colleton County Council (moratorium finalized, related SELC lawsuit paused) data center moratorium

Colleton County Council finalized a 6-month data center moratorium; the Southern Environmental Law Center agreed to pause its related lawsuit against the county for the moratorium's duration. Target project: Eagle Rock Partners' proposed 1,000 MW/859-acre facility near Walterboro. Hyperscaler unconfirmed. A July 20, 2026 Live 5 News report corroborates the finalized moratorium and continued community scrutiny over power and jobs impacts.

Fairfield County

In force

Proposed county moratorium on data centers for a stated term

County Council approved Ordinance 856 on Sep 14, 2026, establishing a 12-month moratorium on data centers. During the moratorium the county will not negotiate with data center developers while it studies economic, environmental, infrastructure, utility, land-use and community impacts and drafts a regulatory ordinance.

Greenwood County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 21, 2027

1-year moratorium blocking new data center approvals. Voted 4-3. Followed denial of text amendment allowing data centers as conditional use. The measure runs to July 21, 2027.

Jasper County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

On September 21, 2026, Jasper County Council unanimously approved second reading of a one-year moratorium, extendable in six-month periods, on data centers, data processing facilities and cryptocurrency mining in unincorporated areas; third reading is set for the next council meeting.

Kershaw County

In force

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

On September 22, 2026, Kershaw County Council unanimously passed on third and final reading a one-year moratorium on data centers, cryptocurrency mining operations and data processing facilities.

Laurens County

In force

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Laurens County Council approved the third and final reading of a one-year data center moratorium 6 to 0 on September 14, 2026. It stops the acceptance, review, approval and issuance of permits for data center development. The moratorium applies only to unincorporated Laurens County, not the cities of Laurens and Clinton.

Mount Pleasant

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

After the town's planning committee recommended a 120-day, extendable moratorium on data center requests, Mount Pleasant Town Council took up first reading of the ordinance on September 8, 2026.

Newberry County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 16, 2027

12-month moratorium on accepting new data-center permits, confirmed unanimously after the council unanimously denied the 'Project Altair' land-sale ordinance in June. Staff directed to research appropriate locations for future data-center development. The measure runs to July 16, 2027.

Newberry County (1-year moratorium + land-purchase denial), SC

In force

Newberry County (1-year moratorium + land-purchase denial), SC data center moratorium

On June 4, 2026, the Newberry County Council voted unanimously to deny an ordinance that would have let a developer purchase county land for a potential data center, and enacted a one-year ban on new data center projects. The crowd cheered the decision. Newberry County Council unanimously confirmed the 12-month moratorium on new data-center permits in a follow-up vote.

Orangeburg County

In force

Orangeburg County data center moratorium (proposed)

Orangeburg County Council adopted a 12-month temporary moratorium on new data center development on third reading on September 8, 2026, by voice vote, after a public hearing that lasted more than an hour. First reading had passed at a July 23 special-called meeting. The county will not accept or act on new applications for data centers or other data processing facilities during the pause.

Spartanburg County

In force

Proposed 12-month data center moratorium

On September 21, 2026, Spartanburg County Council voted 5-1 on third reading to approve a one-year moratorium on new data centers larger than 65 megawatts, with amendments; previously approved projects such as the Valara data center are not affected.

Spartanburg County (Council directs drafting of data center moratorium), SC

Proposed

Spartanburg County (Council directs drafting of data center moratorium), SC data center moratorium (proposed)

On June 15, 2026 the Spartanburg County (SC) Council unanimously directed the county manager and attorney to draft a data center moratorium/ban ordinance while awaiting state legislation. The existing NorthMark data center (Pine Street, 450 MW) is unaffected; the trigger is 'Project Lighthouse' (300 Jones Road, ~60 MW, a Bitcoin-mining site purchased by LightHouse/Lightstone). On June 22, 2026 the Spartanburg County Council unanimously passed FIRST READING of a 12-month data center moratorium ordinance, directing staff to hold in abeyance any new data center development applications submitted on or after the first-reading date. The moratorium can be extended by council vote and requires three readings total to become law. It...

Spartanburg County Council (moratorium, first reading)

Proposed

Spartanburg County Council (moratorium, first reading) data center moratorium (proposed)

Spartanburg County Council passed the first reading of a 12-month data center moratorium unanimously; it does not affect the already-under-construction NorthMark project. County Council passed the second reading of the one-year moratorium ordinance on July 20, 2026; a third and final reading is still required. The ordinance's third and final reading remains unscheduled as of 2026-07-30.

York County

In force

Nine-month data center moratorium

County Council gave final approval July 13, 2026 to a nine-month moratorium in unincorporated York County on new data-center special exceptions and site plans; nine already-vested QTS buildings are exempt.

Lincoln County

Failed / vetoed

Lincoln County data center moratorium (failed)

Lincoln County Commissioner Joel Arends proposed a one-year moratorium on hyperscale data centers requiring 100+ MW, calling it an opportunity to 'press pause and further research' the impacts of projects like Gemini Data Center SD LLC's proposed $1.9 billion, 500MW facility on 164 acres. However, no commissioner seconded the motion, killing the measure. Commissioner Jim Schmidt argued projects of that scale already take at least a year to go through the permitting process with multiple public hearings. The commission voted 3-2 to refer regulations to Planning and Zoning instead, to the dismay of 15 constituents in the audience who supported the moratorium.

Minnehaha County

Proposed

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

Planning Commission reviewed draft data center ordinance that would outright prohibit hyperscale facilities (500,000+ sq ft); smaller data centers allowed only in commercial/industrial zones with half-mile dwelling setback. Draft sent back for revision; final approval likely months away. The measure has no documented term.

Yankton County

In force

Six-month data center and crypto moratorium

County commissioners voted in July 2026 for a six-month moratorium on large data center and cryptocurrency projects to study impacts and draft an ordinance, with an option to extend.

Yankton County (temporary data center moratorium, first reading), SD

Proposed

Yankton County (temporary data center moratorium, first reading), SD data center moratorium (proposed)

On June 16, 2026 the Yankton County (SD) Commission held a first reading of a resolution for a temporary moratorium of up to 12 months on data centers and Bitcoin-mining facilities exceeding a power-capacity threshold, prompted by reports of a possible data center; a capacity crowd attended. A1 Development Solutions said it is analyzing eastern SD locations with no current Yankton commitment. Still pending, no formal action taken, research continuing. At a packed June 16, 2026 meeting the Yankton County Commission debated a draft resolution (by Commissioner Ryan Heine) for up to a 12-month moratorium on data centers / Bitcoin-mining facilities exceeding 250 kW, prompted by reports of a possible data center. Commissioners could take no action...

Anderson County

In force

Two-year data center moratorium

The Anderson County Commission unanimously approved a two-year moratorium on new data centers in mid-June 2026 to research impacts and craft safeguards.

Anderson County (2-year moratorium on data centers, crypto mining, battery storage), TN

In force

Anderson County (2-year moratorium on data centers, crypto mining, battery storage), TN data center moratorium

On June 15, 2026 the Anderson County (TN) Commission approved a two-year moratorium on new cryptocurrency mining, data processing, and battery storage development (facilities ≥20,000 sq ft or 5+ MW) after residents packed the meeting, to study regulations the county currently lacks.

Bristol

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 24, 2027

Two-year moratorium on data processing centers, approved unanimously; effective Oct 24, 2025. The measure runs to October 24, 2027.

Carter County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 17, 2027

1-year moratorium on all AI data centers and cryptocurrency mining centers, passed 20-1 after public comment ran heavily in favour, to let the county study environmental and community impact. The report dates the vote to 'Monday evening' of the week it published; Aug 17 is that Monday. The measure runs to August 17, 2027.

Cedar Hill

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 1, 2028

Two-year moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining; first Robertson County city to act. The measure runs to June 1, 2028.

Cedar Hill (Robertson County, mayor proposing 2-year data center + crypto moratorium), TN

In force

Cedar Hill (Robertson County, mayor proposing 2-year data center + crypto moratorium), TN data center moratorium

Cedar Hill Mayor John Edwards proposed a 2-year moratorium on data centers and crypto mining, prompted by a large project planned across the state line in Franklin, KY. He plans to bring it to town leaders the following month; no vote yet. On June 1, 2026, the Cedar Hill (Robertson County) council enacted a 2-year moratorium on data centers and crypto-mining within city limits, citing electrical, water, wastewater, noise, and traffic concerns.

Clinton

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 22, 2026

Six-month moratorium on new data centers, approved unanimously; applies within city limits only. The measure runs to December 22, 2026.

Coffee County

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Coffee County Commission unanimously passed a one-year moratorium on new data centers on June 9, 2026, later adding zoning rules barring them from the agricultural district.

Crossville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 12, 2028

Two-year moratorium on data centers and high-density computing, passed on third reading; halts new permits for server farms and crypto mining. Mayor chose moratorium over permanent ban to avoid lawsuits. The measure runs to August 12, 2028 and covers new applications.

Dickson County

In force

Six-month moratorium on data center rezonings

The Dickson County Commission approved a six-month moratorium on data centers at its regular meeting on Monday, July 20, 2026. Date corrected from 7-21 to 7-20. The claim that it was kept in place on Sept. 9 was not independently confirmed.

Gallatin

Proposed

Proposed twelve-month moratorium on new data centers

Gallatin City Council passed a data center moratorium ordinance on first reading on Sept. 15, 2026, amended from 12 months to six months on the mayor's tie-breaking vote; second reading is pending. Earlier, WSMV reported on July 29 that city leaders had approved a 60-day pause on processing new data center applications; the claimed Aug. 5 date for that suspension was not confirmed.

Grundy County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through May 18, 2028

Two-year moratorium on data centers, crypto mining, and high-impact data processing in unincorporated areas; approved unanimously by county commission. The measure runs to May 18, 2028.

Hamblen County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 7, 2027

One-year moratorium on data centers, crypto mining, and high-performance computing with 5+ MW peak demand; exempts First Civil District industrial zone. The measure runs to July 7, 2027.

Hamilton County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 15, 2027

One-year moratorium on new data centers in unincorporated areas only; does not affect approved Chattanooga projects. The measure runs to July 15, 2027.

Johnson City

In force

Data center moratorium extended to Dec. 3, 2026

The City Commission voted unanimously in May 2026 to extend its existing data center moratorium from June 5 to Dec. 3, 2026 while it studies noise limits and setback rules.

Jonesborough

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Zoning restriction requiring data centers be at least 1,500 feet from residential structures. The measure has no end date by design.

Knox County

In force

One-year data center moratorium (through June 30, 2027)

The Knox County Commission approved a one-year moratorium on data center projects effective through June 30, 2027, defining data centers to include AI and cryptocurrency operations.

Knoxville

In force

One-year moratorium on large data centers (10 MW+)

The Knoxville City Council passed an emergency ordinance on July 8, 2026 imposing a one-year moratorium on permitting or construction of large data centers requiring 10 MW or more of power.

Loudon County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through December 30, 2026

Six-month moratorium on new data centers with 50+ MW peak demand; covers permits, zoning, building approvals, utility extensions, and development agreements. The measure runs to December 30, 2026.

Maury County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through July 19, 2027

12-month moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas; 24-month amendment rejected on county attorney advice. Hard end date July 19, 2027. The measure runs to July 19, 2027.

McMinnville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 3, 2027

18-month moratorium, unanimous; prompted by a proposed 25 MW Nvidia GB200 NVL72 AI campus. 2,600+ petition signatures. Town halls scheduled Jun 25 and 29. The measure runs to December 3, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 25 MW.

McMinnville (18-month data center moratorium, first reading), TN

In force

McMinnville (18-month data center moratorium, first reading), TN data center moratorium

On June 3, 2026, the McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen unanimously approved on first reading an 18-month moratorium covering data centers, Bitcoin mining, and microchip manufacturing, following 90+ minutes of public comment, to study infrastructure, environmental, and noise impacts. A second reading is required for final adoption. On June 9, 2026 the McMinnville Board of Mayor and Aldermen gave unanimous final passage to the 18-month moratorium, effective immediately. It was prompted by opposition to a proposed ~25 MW, 96,000-sq-ft AI data center (designed for Nvidia GB200 NVL72) near residential neighborhoods; the city chose a moratorium over a ban for legal defensibility.

Memphis

Proposed

Proposed 12-month data center pause

The Memphis City Council delayed the third and final reading of a proposed 12-month data center moratorium on September 15, 2026; a revised version with exemptions for existing facilities and an expert study committee is scheduled for a vote on October 6, 2026.

Moore County

Proposed

Moore County data center moratorium (proposed)

The Moore County, Tennessee, Metro Council is considering a two-year moratorium on data center construction and expansion, which would take effect April 20, 2026. During the moratorium, the county would stop accepting new applications for special use permits, zoning amendments, and building permits related to data centers. County staff would study potential effects on energy use, water demand, noise, and land use in coordination with local utility providers.

Morgan County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 12, 2028

Two-year moratorium on data centers capable of 10+ MW peak demand; county commission proactive measure, no proposals pending. The measure runs to June 12, 2028.

Nashville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 1, 2026

Metro Council passed the city's first data center regulations plus a permit moratorium; an amendment holds the pause to Dec 1 whether or not the regulations pass. The measure runs to December 1, 2026.

Nashville-Davidson County

In force

Data center permit moratorium plus zoning regulations

Metro Council on July 21, 2026 adopted first-ever data center regulations and a moratorium on data center permits through Dec. 1, 2026, banning facilities over 500,000 sq ft.

Roane County

In force

Roane County data center moratorium

The Roane County Commission approved a resolution directing the regional planning commission to draft a two-year moratorium -- amended up from an initially proposed 180 days -- on new data centers, cryptocurrency-mining operations, and battery storage facilities. Commissioners cited the burden such facilities can place on emergency-response resources during incident events as the rationale for the extended pause. Roane joins a growing list of East Tennessee counties moving to pause data center development pending study.

Shelbyville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Moratorium on data centers and cryptocurrency mining plants; duration not specified in available sources. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Sullivan County

Proposed

Sullivan County data center moratorium (proposed)

Sullivan County Commissioner Jessica Means introduced a 4-month moratorium resolution on data mining and crypto mining centers on November 20, 2025. The commission deferred the vote at their December meeting. Subsequently, a major data center project was announced for Sullivan County (Indiana, near Merom Generating Station / Heartland Industrial Park, 1,000+ acres). Phase 1: $20B investment, 750 peak construction jobs, 125 permanent jobs. Phase 2: $45B, 2,000 peak construction jobs, 375 permanent. Project includes seven buildings and two end users. Community benefit package includes $25M to the county per phase plus $4.5M for local programs (Brownbaggers School Food, Merom Camp, Sullivan County Park and Lake).

Warren County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 22, 2027

12-month moratorium on new data center proposals; separate from McMinnville's 18-month city moratorium. The measure runs to June 22, 2027.

Washington County

In force

One-year data center moratorium (through June 30, 2027)

Washington County commissioners voted 13-2 to approve a one-year moratorium forbidding construction, operation and permitting of data centers through June 30, 2027.

White County

In force

County moratorium on data centers with no end date

Ban on data centers and data mining facilities; did not go through formal zoning process; enforcement challenged by 4.9 MW crypto proposal. The measure has no end date by design and applies at a threshold of 4.9 MW.

Wilson County

In force

Temporary data center moratorium

The Wilson County Commission unanimously approved a resolution imposing a six-month moratorium, running from July 20, 2026, on applications and permits for data centers and high-density computing facilities, and created a study committee. Date corrected from 7-21 to 7-20.

Abbott

In force

Abbott halts new Texas data center permits pending ERCOT audit

Governor Greg Abbott issued a directive halting all new data center permits from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality until an ERCOT audit is completed. The audit is scheduled to be finished by December 2026.

Athens

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

City Council voted 3-2 to permanently ban data centers within city limits. Defines data center as any facility over 500 sq ft used primarily to house servers. Not a moratorium -- a standing zoning ban. The measure has no end date by design and applies at a threshold of 500 sq ft.

Austin

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Council unanimously directed staff to draft Land Development Code rules for large-scale data centers (location, size, water, noise, heat, lighting) that could regulate or ban facilities above 75 MW, with the first ordinance due back by end of 2026. At least five members back a full ban on hyperscale sites. No moratorium is in effect. The measure has no documented term and applies at a threshold of 75 MW.

Austin County

In force

Moratorium on AI data centers and battery energy storage systems

Austin County Commissioners Court unanimously adopted a countywide moratorium on new AI data center and battery energy storage developments in unincorporated areas while the county evaluates impacts and a possible energy development zone.

Bell County (Murray Industries construction moratorium)

In force

Bell County (Murray Industries construction moratorium) data center moratorium

Commissioners passed a two-year construction moratorium halting a project by Murray Industries, which had already begun clearing land. It is unclear whether the moratorium covers Meta's already-operational Temple facility nearby. This is a distinct company/action from the broader Rowan Digital Infrastructure / tax-abatement fight already tracked for Temple-area (Bell County) data centers.

Brownsville

Proposed

Brownsville starts 90-day data center moratorium process

The Brownsville City Commission voted at its early September 2026 meeting (Resolution No. 2026-121) to begin the formal process for a 90-day moratorium on high-intensity data processing facilities. The moratorium would last 90 days after ordinance adoption, with one possible 90-day extension under state law. Two public hearings are required before a final determination, and the commission also reactivated its Environmental and Conservation Task Force to study data centers.

Corpus Christi

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Council directed staff to pursue prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts; requires data centers to fully fund own infrastructure. Drought context: severe water crisis threatening city reservoirs. The measure has no documented term.

Denton

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

The Denton City Council held the first of two required public hearings on a proposed temporary data center moratorium on September 23, 2026, with no vote taken; the second hearing is scheduled for October 27.

El Paso

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Council unanimously approved data center policy: 300-ft buffer from residential/ecological sites, special use permit, no more tax breaks. Developers must submit resource use, emissions, noise, and water treatment plans. The measure has no end date by design.

Forney

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Council directed staff to amend zoning to prohibit data centers in all districts -- effectively a proposed citywide ban. Escalation from April 2026 regulations requiring 5,000-ft setbacks. The measure has no end date by design.

Fort Worth

Proposed

Proposed 90-day data center moratorium

City Council unanimously approved the first steps on Aug. 11, 2026 to initiate a 90-day moratorium on new data center applications, expected to take effect in early 2027; not yet in force.

Harlingen

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

120-day moratorium on data center development within city limits, adopted in May 2026 after public hearings, running to mid-October; commissioners approved first reading of a 60-day extension to December in August, second reading pending. City hired Ambiotec Engineering to study water, wastewater and power impacts. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Hays County

Failed / vetoed

Hays County data center moratorium (failed)

Water advocates identified 5 data centers proposed for the Hays County, Texas, region during historic drought (proposed by CloudBurst Data Centers / Highlander SC One LLC) (1.2GW, $1.2B, 200 acres). County Judge Ruben Becerra proposed a 30-day moratorium on high-water-use building permits but was forced to table it after county attorneys warned it would trigger a lawsuit the county would likely lose. San Marcos City Council scored a major win Feb. 17, voting 5-2 at 2:14 AM to block a $1.5B Highlander SM One data center after 8+ hours of testimony from 100+ residents. Hays County aquifers are at historic lows. Hays County Judge Ruben Becerra proposed a moratorium on permits for large industrial water users (>20,000 gal/day) but the Commissioners Court tabled it on Feb 25 after county attorneys warned it would trigger a lawsuit the county would lose. State Sen. Bettencourt warned counties lack authority for moratoriums. Water advocates have identified 5 potential data center developments in the region and continue organizing.

Hill County

Failed / vetoed

One-year data center moratorium (rescinded)

Hill County commissioners adopted a one-year moratorium on May 12, 2026 (the first by a Texas county) but rescinded it June 5, 2026 after a developer lawsuit.

Hill County Commissioners Court (first Texas county data center moratorium), TX

In force

Hill County Commissioners Court (first Texas county data center moratorium), TX data center moratorium

Hill County Commissioners Court voted 3-2 for a 1-year pause on data center construction in unincorporated areas, appears to be the first Texas county moratorium. County officials expect lawsuits (demand letters arrived within 24 hours); State Sen. Paul Bettencourt asked AG Paxton to investigate, claiming counties lack authority. At least 8 more local projects reportedly in development.

Hood County

Failed / vetoed

Hood County data center moratorium (failed)

Hood County (40 miles SW of Fort Worth) has received at least five data center applications (proposed by Sailfish Development). Commissioners voted down a proposed moratorium 3-2, twice, despite 8 hours of public testimony. The 2,100-acre Comanche Circle project sits in a recharge zone for the Upper Trinity Aquifer and could use 1M gallons/day. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt sent a letter to AG Paxton warning that counties lack constitutional authority to impose moratoriums, chilling local opposition. Residents are still adjusting to a nearby bitcoin mining operation in Granbury where neighbors report constant noise affecting people, pets, and wildlife. Hood County commissioners rejected the moratorium a second time on Feb 25, 2026, in a 3-2 vote. Instead, they voted to seek an opinion from TX Attorney General Ken Paxton on whether counties have authority to enact development moratoriums. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt warned counties lack constitutional authority for moratoriums. Residents called for commissioner resignations after the second block.

Lewisville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Council voted unanimously to require Special Use Permit for data centers; banned in all residential areas. Each proposal needs two public hearings. The measure has no end date by design.

Lubbock

Proposed

Citizen-petitioned 18-month data center moratorium

On September 23, 2026, the Lubbock City Council voted 5-2 to initiate the state-required process for a 90-day moratorium on rezoning, building permit and annexation applications for large-scale data centers; two public hearings are required before it takes effect.

Mesquite

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Proposed framework: 5-acre min lot, 65 dB noise limit, banned in residential/agricultural/commercial districts. Staff recommended ordinance over moratorium. Not yet enacted. The measure has no documented term.

Milam County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Resolution calling for stricter statewide standards on data centers: public disclosure of electrical demand, water consumption, cooling technologies, and infrastructure impact. Non-binding. The measure has no documented term.

Princeton

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

City amended regulations to require a Specific Use Permit for data centers, updated definitions, and established per-project public review. The measure has no end date by design.

San Marcos

In force

Zoning ban on data centers

City Council voted 4-3 on June 16, 2026 to define data centers and make them ineligible in all zoning districts, becoming the first Texas city to ban them; relies on home-rule authority.

Tom Green County

Failed / vetoed

Rejected county moratorium on data centers

Commissioners rejected a 12-month moratorium on large-scale data centers, BESS, and power generation in Precinct 4; cited legal risk after Hill County's moratorium drew a $100M federal lawsuit. The measure has no documented term.

Box Elder County

In force

180-day data center moratorium

Commissioners unanimously imposed a 180-day moratorium on new data centers and data center power plants in unincorporated areas June 10, 2026; the MIDA-approved Stratos Project is not covered.

Box Elder County (180-day data center moratorium; Stratos/MIDA exempt), UT

In force

Box Elder County (180-day data center moratorium; Stratos/MIDA exempt), UT data center moratorium

On June 10, 2026 the Box Elder County Commission unanimously approved a 180-day moratorium on new data center development in unincorporated Box Elder County (zoned and unzoned land), to study land-use codes and data-center guidelines. The Kevin O'Leary-backed Stratos Project is EXPLICITLY EXEMPT because MIDA projects bypass standard local land-use approval, so residents (BEAR mobilized for the meeting) argued the moratorium is insufficient; one told commissioners 'your descendants will curse you.' Hence a mixed outcome. In-window follow-up coverage (Utah Public Radio, June 17, 2026; KSL) on the Box Elder County Commission's June 10, 2026 unanimous 180-day moratorium on new data centers and data-center power plants in unincorporated areas. The reporting explicitly confirms the moratorium does NOT apply to the controversial Stratos Project, because the commission...

Cache County

In force

180-day data center moratorium

County Council voted 6-0 to enact a 180-day moratorium on data center developments in unincorporated areas while it drafts county codes.

Clearfield

In force

City moratorium on data centers through March 7, 2027

180-day moratorium on data center development, 4-0 unanimous; preemptive, no proposal pending; city code had no definition or zoning for data centers. Prompted by Stratos project in neighboring Box Elder County. The measure runs to March 7, 2027.

Grand County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 3, 2027

180-day temporary land use regulation, unanimous: pauses acceptance, processing and approval of applications, permits and licenses for data centers, data center power plants and associated digital infrastructure. Pre-emptive -- nothing was in the queue. The measure runs to January 3, 2027.

Iron County

Paused

Iron County is making new rules while data center development is paused

Iron County is pausing data center development while new rules are being created. This action was reported on 2026-09-18.

Logan

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 27, 2026

180-day temporary land use regulation (Ordinance 26-12): the city will not accept, process or approve any application or permit for a data center or data center power plant within city limits while it writes permanent rules. End date is 180 days from adoption. The measure runs to December 27, 2026.

Milford

In force

City moratorium on data centers through December 13, 2026

Ordinance 04-2026: 180-day moratorium on data centers, data center power plants, and solar energy facilities; 5-0 unanimous. Council determined data centers are not appropriate land use within city limits. The measure runs to December 13, 2026.

Salt Lake County

In force

Proposed 180-day data center temporary land use regulation

The Salt Lake County Council unanimously adopted a resolution on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026 directing staff to develop data center regulations for unincorporated areas. Under the resolution the county will not consider new data centers until the rules are adopted, expected by mid-February 2027. This is a resolution-based pause, not a formally adopted 180-day moratorium ordinance.

Wayne County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 17, 2027

Resolution 2026-04: immediate 180-day moratorium on all land use applications for data centers, data center power plants (explicitly including nuclear) and supporting digital infrastructure, unanimous. County code did not address data centers at all. The measure runs to January 17, 2027.

Morristown

Vermont

In force

Town moratorium on data centers

Selectboard unanimously approved two-year moratorium on data centers and 'high-impact uses', businesses consuming over 10 MW, 57,600 gal/day water, or emitting over 70 dB persistent noise, or adding over 10 acres impervious surface. Exempts small data centers for administrative/operational support. Third Vermont community to pass data center restrictions. The measure has no documented term, applies at a threshold of 10 MW and covers all data center uses.

Royalton

Vermont

In force

Royalton data center moratorium

Royalton, Vermont, voters approved a five-year moratorium on AI and crypto data centers via show-of-hands vote at Town Meeting Day. About 154 of the town's registered voters participated. No data centers have been proposed for the town; the ban is preemptive. The Planning Commission will write the policy into the town plan for Selectboard approval. State Senator Becca White spoke at the meeting about her statewide moratorium bill (S. 205).

South Burlington

Vermont

In force

City moratorium on data centers with no end date

Planning Commission amended Land Development Regulations to ban data centers with footprint exceeding 20,000 sq ft. Facilities under 5,000 sq ft classified as general commercial and exempt. Small-scale (5,000-20,000 sq ft) permitted in mixed industrial-commercial and industrial zones only. Adopted after Gov. Scott vetoed state-level H.727. The measure has no end date by design and applies at a threshold of 20,000 sq ft.

City of Chesapeake

In force

Eight-month data center application pause

City Council voted unanimously July 21, 2026 to suspend review of data center applications for up to eight months, or until it adopts regulations ending by-right data center development.

Culpeper County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Unanimous zoning text amendment requiring a conditional use permit, planning commission review, public hearing and a board vote, for data centers on light and heavy industrial land (about 2,200 acres on 140 LI parcels plus 867 acres HI). Data centers inside the Culpeper Technology Zone stay by-right. The permit route has not meant denial: on Jul 2, 2026 the board rezoned 69.19 acres of farmland at Nalles Mill and Keyser roads 4-3 for Red Ace Capital's two-building, 1.16M sq ft campus, after tabling it in June. The county counts two operating data centers and expects seven campuses in the Tech Zone plus an approved Amazon campus. The measure has no end date by design, applies at a threshold of 2,200 acres and covers rezoning requests.

Fairfax County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Not a pause, a standing zoning ordinance amendment, adopted Sep 10, 2024 and effective Sep 11, that requires Board of Supervisors special-exception approval for nearly all new data centers (by-right only in I-5/I-6 industrial districts), 200-ft setbacks from residential lot lines (300 ft for backup generators), a one-mile buffer from Metro stations, full enclosure or screening of mechanical equipment, and pre- and post-construction noise studies. A companion substation amendment adopted Dec 9, 2025 (unanimous) adds 100-ft residential setbacks, 12-ft solid walls, a 50-ft planted buffer and a 55 dBA nighttime noise limit, but leaves substations by-right in industrial zones, which is why the Plaza 500 (Lincolnia) fight runs through a 2232 public-facility review rather than a rezoning. Applications pending on Sep 11, 2024 were grandfathered. The measure has no end date by design and covers rezoning requests.

Fluvanna County

Failed / vetoed

Expired local moratorium on data centers through January 31, 2026

In Sep 2025 the board directed staff to postpone consideration of data center site plan applications until Jan 31, 2026 while it rewrote the code; the planning commission's minutes called it a moratorium and County Attorney Dan Whitten later said it was not one. In Dec 2025 the board amended the code to require a special use permit for data centers in industrial districts. On Aug 5, 2026, with an 843-acre agricultural parcel near Bremo Bluff being marketed as a data center site, Supervisor Fairchild asked for a resolution and a temporary pause on new applications to be placed on the Aug 19 agenda; Chair O'Brien opposed an outright prohibition. The Aug 19 outcome has not been located, check the minutes before citing. The measure runs to January 31, 2026 and covers new applications.

Front Royal

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through October 4, 2026

90-day moratorium on land-use applications for data centers, 6-0. Planning Commission drafting language to prohibit data centers in every town zoning district. The measure runs to October 4, 2026.

Hanover County

In force

Rejection of Mountain Road Technology Park data center

The Board of Supervisors voted 4-3 on May 28, 2026 to deny rezoning for the 430-acre Mountain Road Technology Park data center campus.

Loudoun County

In force

Virginia’s Loudoun County board votes to pause new data center applications

The Loudoun County board enacted a pause on new data center applications. The action was taken on September 18, 2026.

Mecklenburg County

In force

Mecklenburg County data center moratorium

Mecklenburg County Board of Supervisors voted in March 2025 to end by-right zoning for data centers, requiring all data center applications to undergo staff-level review, a public hearing, and a Planning Commission recommendation. This replaced the previous system where some data centers could be approved administratively. The county has benefited economically from data centers, including a Microsoft complex whose tax revenues helped build a new school, and has reduced residential property and car taxes. Environmental groups have targeted the spread of data center sites in the county.

Prince William County

In force

Rejection of Dulles Cloud South data center rezoning

Supervisors voted 8-0 on July 7, 2026 to deny rezoning nearly 2,000 acres for the Dulles Cloud South campus (43M sq ft), days after the Digital Gateway project collapsed.

Spotsylvania County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Resolution adopted 4-2 (Mullins and Frazier opposed) backing Sen. Sturtevant's call for the governor to 'issue a statewide moratorium on data centers to determine whether development should be permitted and, if so, under what conditions'. Sits on two standing local rules: a Feb 2026 vote requiring a special use permit for every data center, ending by-right siting even on industrial land, and an Aug 25, 2026 comprehensive plan amendment (3-2) capping data centers at 45% of the county's industrial-zoned land, with two supervisors voting no because they wanted a lower cap. The county had earlier welcomed some $35B in data center investment. The measure has no end date by design.

Stafford County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers with no end date

Standing ordinance, not a pause. Phase 2 data center rules (Ordinance O25-29 and Comprehensive Plan amendment R25-208, adopted Oct 21, 2025; O25-29(R) on Dec 2, 2025 grandfathered five approved projects, Stafford Technology Campus, Potomac Church Tech Center, Centreport Gateway/Pemberton, Vantage VA-4 and Cranes Corner, 31 buildings and 8.7M sq ft) on top of the Oct 2023 Phase 1 rules: by-right only in M-2 and the ICTP overlay, 100/200-ft setbacks from non-commercial zoning (a 500-ft residential setback was recommended), sound mitigation with post-occupancy noise checks at 90 days and annually, 30% open space outside the urban service area. The county reports 11 applications still under review and none filed since Sep 2025. On Sep 1, 2026 the board directed staff to draft letters asking Gov. Spanberger for a special session on data center rules and, failing quick legislation, a temporary pause on new large-scale approvals; Chair Diggs calls the ordinance 'the strictest in Virginia'. The measure has no end date by design.

Suffolk

Proposed

Proposed local moratorium on data centers

Council directed Planning Commission to draft UDO amendment prohibiting data centers in all zoning districts. Applications not being considered during drafting, but formal enactment pending. The measure has no documented term.

Virginia Beach

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 18, 2027

12-month pause on new data center applications, 10-0, ending early if the council adopts a data center ordinance first. Aimed at larger-scale and hyperscale proposals; does not affect the existing Globalinx facility. Staff told the council the city has no established definitions, setbacks or noise thresholds yet. Reported as a Tuesday vote in coverage published before Aug 20; Aug 18 is that Tuesday. The measure runs to August 18, 2027.

Burien

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 29, 2027

12-month emergency moratorium, unanimous, effective immediately. The measure runs to June 29, 2027.

Cle Elum

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 31, 2027

6-month moratorium, unanimous. Prompted by Blue Fern Development's 20 MW / 100,000 sq ft plan within Bullfrog Flats community near I-90. Site may be exempt via preexisting development agreement. The measure runs to January 31, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 20 MW.

Federal Way

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 7, 2027

12-month moratorium, unanimous. Studying impact on former Weyerhaeuser campus. Public hearing set Sep 1. The measure runs to July 7, 2027.

Kittitas County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 12, 2027

6-month moratorium on acceptance of data center applications, voted 2-0 without discussion. Public hearing Sep 15 to consider extending another six months. The measure runs to February 12, 2027.

La Conner

In force

City moratorium on data centers through January 29, 2027

Six-month moratorium on data center permit applications within town limits; no applications received; town reviewing whether any form of data center is appropriate. The measure runs to January 29, 2027 and covers permits.

Lincoln County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through March 10, 2027

Six-month moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage systems; covers facilities over 2,000 sqft or 2+ MW. The measure runs to March 10, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 2,000 sqft.

Marysville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 14, 2027

6-month moratorium on buildings/facilities whose principal use is data management/transmission, unanimous. Mayor urged surrounding counties to follow suit. The measure runs to January 14, 2027.

Moses Lake

In force

City moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Moratorium on new data center development; listed by MRSC (WA state municipal research service) among cities with moratoriums. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Mount Vernon

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 12, 2027

6-month moratorium, 4-1, with no data center yet proposed. Planning staff to draft rules on electricity and water demand, stormwater and building in the Skagit River floodplain. The measure runs to February 12, 2027.

Pasco

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through January 20, 2027

6-month moratorium, 6-0. Extendable if officials don't have satisfactory answers. Developing data-center-specific land-use regulations. The measure runs to January 20, 2027.

Pierce County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through August 25, 2027

Emergency ordinance prohibiting new/expanded data centers over 10 MW in unincorporated Pierce County; one year unless extended or lifted. The measure runs to August 25, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 10 MW.

Port Angeles

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

The City Council adopted a resolution in early September 2026 halting acceptance, processing and approval of facilities whose principal use is digital data processing, storage, management or transmission. It took effect immediately for an initial six months. No application had been filed. Staff has 60 days to produce a work plan covering public participation and analysis of electric rates, water use, industrial land, noise and environmental quality.

Renton

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through August 17, 2027

One-year moratorium on filing, acceptance, processing, and approval of applications/permits for siting or expansion of large data centers; unanimously approved. The measure runs to August 17, 2027.

Seattle

In force

Emergency one-year data center moratorium (Council Bill 121214)

The City Council unanimously adopted an emergency ordinance June 9, 2026 freezing new large data center (20 MVA+) siting for one year while it studies impacts.

Skagit County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium

Skagit County commissioners enacted a six-month moratorium on data centers (facilities over 2,000 sq ft or using 2 MW or more), with staff later proposing permanent rules.

Skamania County

In force

Six-month data center moratorium (Resolution 2026-22)

The Skamania County Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-22 on August 18, 2026, imposing a data center moratorium of up to six months, renewable after hearings. State law requires a public hearing within 60 days of adoption.

Snohomish County

In force

Emergency six-month data center moratorium

Snohomish County Council unanimously adopted an emergency six-month moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas on June 24, 2026, with an option to extend.

Spokane

In force

One-year data center permit moratorium

The Spokane City Council passed (6-1) a one-year emergency moratorium on June 22, 2026 on building-permit applications for new computer data centers to study land-use and utility impacts.

Spokane County

In force

Four-month data center moratorium

The Board of County Commissioners approved a four-month moratorium unanimously on Aug. 19, 2026, replacing an earlier nine-month proposal that had split the board 3-2, to give staff time to draft zoning rules.

Yakima County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 12, 2027

6-month moratorium in unincorporated areas, unanimous. Studying economic, health, agricultural, and water impacts. The measure runs to February 12, 2027.

Ashwaubenon

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through June 2, 2027

12-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers (>100,000 sq ft and >20 MW); Plan Commission voted 7-0. The measure runs to June 2, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 100,000 sq ft.

Brown County

Failed / vetoed

County data center moratorium (declined)

The Planning, Development and Transportation Committee unanimously declined on June 2, 2026 to pursue a countywide moratorium, noting every municipality in the county has its own zoning; a subcommittee was formed instead.

Brown County (committee declines countywide data center moratorium), WI

Failed / vetoed

Brown County (committee declines countywide data center moratorium), WI data center moratorium (failed)

On June 2, 2026, the Brown County Planning, Development & Transportation Committee unanimously declined to advance Supervisor Christopher Welch’s proposed countywide data center moratorium, citing that no town, village, or city in Brown County is under county zoning (rendering it moot). It instead formed an informal three-person subcommittee to survey local governments. About 80 people attended and 21 commenters objected to the decision.

Chippewa County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

12-month moratorium, 19-0, first and second readings the same night (extended from the 10 months committee proposed). Applies only to the six towns under county zoning, Anson, Eagle Point, Hallie, Lafayette, Wheaton, Woodmohr. Coverage puts the effective date in September without naming it, so the end date is not derivable. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

City of Madison

In force

12-month data center moratorium (10,000 sq ft+)

The Madison City Council approved a 12-month moratorium on Jan. 13, 2026 on zoning approvals for new data centers over 10,000 sq ft, to develop regulatory standards.

City of Superior

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Superior City Council unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on data centers at its June 16, 2026 meeting, acting before receiving any application.

Dane County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 4, 2027

18-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers in county zoning areas. Advisory committee to study benefits and pitfalls. The measure runs to December 4, 2027.

Dane County (18-month hyperscale data center moratorium passed), WI

In force

Dane County (18-month hyperscale data center moratorium passed), WI data center moratorium

The Dane County Board unanimously approved Sub 1 to RES-039 on June 4, 2026, an 18-month moratorium pausing zoning permit applications for hyperscale data centers (defined as 5,000+ servers and 10,000+ sq ft) through roughly December 2027. It applies only to towns under county zoning, not self-zoning cities and villages; the county used a state-law workaround to enable it (zoning committee approved unanimously May 26). On June 4, the Dane County Board approved Sub 1 to 2026 RES-039, an 18-month pause on zoning permits for hyperscale data centers (defined as 5,000+ servers and 10,000+ sq ft) in towns subject to county zoning (excludes cities, villages, and self-zoned towns).

Dodge County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through February 10, 2028

18-month moratorium on data-center development in county-zoned unincorporated areas, approved 29-2 by the Board of Supervisors after a public hearing. Initiated by Supervisor Cathy Houchin following constituent concerns about a Beaver Dam-area data center's impact on water. The measure runs to February 10, 2028.

Door County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through May 26, 2027

1-year moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage in unincorporated areas; board retains option to extend. The measure runs to May 26, 2027.

Grant County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 18, 2027

Board of Supervisors voted 15-0 for 12-month moratorium on hyperscale data center zoning permits in unincorporated areas. Related to collapsed $1B data center proposal. The measure runs to June 18, 2027.

Green County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Board voted 30-1 to approve 12-month moratorium. No data center proposals had been received. Chairman Jerry Guth said moratorium would allow time to review and update antiquated zoning codes. Part of broader Wisconsin trend (~24 communities with moratoriums). The measure has no documented term.

La Crosse County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through December 18, 2027

18-month pause in unincorporated areas; county stood up an ad hoc committee to study data centers, and the city of La Crosse is taking part in that work while drafting its own rules. The measure runs to December 18, 2027.

Manitowoc County

In force

18-month data center moratorium

The County Board voted unanimously on April 29, 2026 to bar the county from accepting applications or issuing permits for data center construction or siting for 18 months, after the towns of Two Creeks, Two Rivers and Mishicot requested it.

Marathon County

In force

County moratorium on data centers

Marathon County Board adopted 12-month moratorium in late August 2026. Applies to 18 townships under county jurisdiction. Does not apply to existing data centers or facilities under 5,000 sq ft. Blocks new conditional use permits, zoning changes, and zoning permits. The measure has no documented term and applies at a threshold of 5,000 sq ft.

Middleton

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

City of Middleton Common Council adopted data center moratorium as of Jul 1, 2026. Pauses issuance of zoning certificates for data centers. Planning department directed to draft comprehensive data center ordinance. The measure has no documented term.

Milwaukee

Proposed

A substitute ordinance relating to a temporary pause in the establishment and development of data centers.

Milwaukee Ordinance 251924 on data center moratorium: A substitute ordinance relating to a temporary pause in the establishment and development of data centers. Status In Committee as of 2026-03-03.

Mishicot

In force

Mishicot data center moratorium

Mishicot, Wisconsin, joined Two Creeks and Two Rivers at a joint town board meeting after several hundred people packed the Grey Fox Bar and Grill on January 26, 2026 for an informational meeting on AI data centers, with organizers forced to change to a larger venue due to overwhelming turnout. Cloverleaf Infrastructure and NSI Land Services had been approaching local farmers to purchase property. Town Board Chair Dean Anhalt said residents are concerned about losing rural character and farmland, especially from retired farmers and landowners renting to active farming operations.

Monroe County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through January 21, 2028

18-month moratorium on medium/large data centers and all battery storage; passed 10-3. Small-scale DCs (<500 kW, no crypto) exempt. Environmental concerns include trout streams in driftless area. The measure runs to January 21, 2028 and applies at a threshold of 500 kW.

Oneida County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through August 19, 2027

1-year moratorium on data centers; unanimous vote; preemptive action with no known proposals. Excludes un-zoned areas of Sugar Camp, Monico, Enterprise, and City of Rhinelander. The measure runs to August 19, 2027.

Oshkosh

In force

12-month moratorium on new data centers

The Oshkosh Common Council unanimously approved Ordinance 26-38 on September 8, 2026, establishing a 12-month moratorium on new data centers. The moratorium runs 12 months after publication unless the council ends it earlier, giving the city time to draft zoning and regulatory standards.

Polk County

In force

Proposed county moratorium on data centers

The Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 29-26 on August 18, 2026, creating Polk County Code Ch. 42-41 and enacting a temporary moratorium on data centers. The resolution provides for a 12-month moratorium while the county develops zoning and regulatory standards.

Port Washington

In force

Referendum requiring a public vote on large tax incentives

Voters approved the nation's first anti-data-center referendum in April 2026 with roughly 66% support, requiring that approval of tax incremental financing for any project with a base value or cost above $10 million be put to a community vote. It followed Vantage Data Centers' announcement of a $15 billion AI campus with OpenAI and Oracle; the referendum does not stop that project, which was already under construction with $458 million in approved tax benefits.

Sauk County

In force

County moratorium on data centers for a stated term

Ordinance 07-2026-0 amends the county zoning code to enact an 18-month moratorium on receipt of applications and the granting of all zoning permits or approvals for siting or placement of data centers. Effective on publication; runs 18 months from publication or until the board amends or rescinds it, whichever comes first. Publication date not recorded, so no end date is stored. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Sawyer County

In force

County moratorium on data centers for a stated term

County board adopted an 18-month temporary moratorium on development of large data centers and associated infrastructure, to give staff time to draft setback, permitting and performance standards. Zoning committee had recommended it 5-0 on Jul 15. Source is meeting coverage, not the county's own ordinance; end date is not stated in it. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Shawano County

In force

County moratorium on data centers through June 24, 2027

12-month moratorium on data centers in unincorporated towns under county zoning; does not affect cities, villages, or self-zoning towns. The measure runs to June 24, 2027.

Shawano County (committee recommends 1-year data center moratorium), WI

Proposed

Shawano County (committee recommends 1-year data center moratorium), WI data center moratorium (proposed)

On June 3, 2026, the Shawano County Planning, Development & Zoning Committee unanimously recommended a one-year moratorium for unincorporated (county-zoned) areas after a public hearing at which no speakers opposed it. The full county board is set to vote June 24. The Planning, Development & Zoning Committee held a June 3 public hearing (no speakers opposed) and unanimously recommended a one-year moratorium to the full county board, which takes it up June 24.

Sheboygan

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through July 23, 2027

12-month moratorium on data centers over 10,000 sq ft; unanimously approved. No existing zoning codes for data centers. The measure runs to July 23, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 10,000 sq ft.

Sheboygan Common Council, WI

Proposed

Sheboygan Common Council, WI data center moratorium (proposed)

Sheboygan Common Council voted 7-3 to refer a proposed one-year moratorium on data centers >10,000 sq ft to the Plan Commission. No projects currently proposed. Plan Commission meeting May 12; back to Council for final say.

St. Croix County

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through September 1, 2027

1-year moratorium on medium- and large-scale data centers, 18-0, in unincorporated areas under county zoning -- does not apply to the towns of Forest, Hudson, St. Joseph, or Troy, which zone themselves. The measure runs to September 1, 2027.

Town of Beetown

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Interim zoning ordinance blocking large data centers. Grant County; related to collapsed $1B data center proposal. The measure has no documented term.

Town of Cassville

In force

Local moratorium on data centers for a stated term

2-year moratorium, unanimous. 36 sq mi in Grant County. Residents mobilized against a \$1B proposed project. The measure has a stated duration whose end date is not recorded.

Town of Hampden

In force

Local moratorium on data centers

Data center temporary moratorium (Chapter 18 ordinance). Columbia County. The measure has no documented term.

Town of Janesville (Rock County)

In force

Town of Janesville (Rock County) data center moratorium (proposed)

The Town of Janesville board of supervisors approved a 12-month data center moratorium after its planning and zoning committee recommended one.

Town of Westport

In force

Local moratorium on data centers through April 6, 2027

1-year moratorium restricting new data centers and telecom centers to max 10,000 sq ft; voted 4-1. Catalyst was QTS Data Centers proposal in nearby DeForest. Dane County. The measure runs to April 6, 2027 and applies at a threshold of 10,000 sq ft.

Two Creeks

In force

Two Creeks data center moratorium

Two Creeks, along with Two Rivers and Mishicot, held a joint town board meeting and approved identical resolutions calling on Manitowoc County to adopt a one-year moratorium on data center permits and construction, with option to extend 6 months (by Cloverleaf Infrastructure). These three northeast Wisconsin towns acted proactively to prevent data center siting in their communities.

Two Rivers

In force

Two Rivers data center moratorium

Two Rivers, Wisconsin, joined Two Creeks and Mishicot at a joint town board meeting on February 12, 2026 in approving identical resolutions calling for a one-year moratorium on data center permits and construction in Manitowoc County, with option for a six-month extension. The action came after Texas-based Cloverleaf Infrastructure approached local farmers with offers to purchase land, with one Mishicot farmer reportedly offered $70-80 million for up to 6,000 acres. Over 70 residents attended the joint meeting, and the Manitowoc County Board's Park and Planning Commission took up the moratorium petition on March 30.

Village of Bellevue

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Village Board voted unanimously on Aug. 12, 2026 to bar all data center development for 12 months, extendable by six months, while a permanent ordinance is written. No proposal was pending.

Village of Cottage Grove

In force

12-month data center moratorium

The Cottage Grove Village Board unanimously approved a 12-month data center moratorium on July 20, 2026, becoming one of three Dane County municipalities to pause data centers.

Village of Greenville (Outagamie County)

In force

One-year data center moratorium (10,000 sq ft+)

The Greenville Village Board unanimously adopted a one-year moratorium on July 13, 2026 on new data centers of 10,000 sq ft or more to study impacts and develop regulations.

Village of Wrightstown

In force

One-year data center moratorium

The Wrightstown Village Board unanimously approved a one-year data center moratorium on July 7, 2026 after a resident petition; an Aug. 11, 2026 advisory referendum then rejected a data center in the village.

Winnebago County