Milton council extends 180-day moratorium on data‑center permits after public hearing

Jul 20, 2026

After a public hearing with competing testimony, the Milton City Council approved a resolution to extend for up to 180 days a moratorium on applications and permits related to data centers while staff reviews possible Unified Development Code changes.

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The Milton City Council unanimously approved a resolution on July 20, 2026, extending for up to 180 days a moratorium on applications, permits and related approvals for data-center land uses to give staff time to review potential amendments to the city's Unified Development Code. Council member Jan Jacobus moved to approve agenda item 26-208; Council member Brian Dolan seconded and the motion passed unanimously.

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