Oglethorpe council approves temporary moratorium on data centers

Jul 2, 2026

The Oglethorpe City Council voted unanimously to accept a proposed moratorium on new data centers amid concerns about strain on water and electric systems; Councilmember Moore will report back every six months.

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The Oglethorpe City Council accepted a proposed data center moratorium ordinance on July 9, aimed at pausing new data center development while staff assesses impacts on local utilities and infrastructure. The motion was made by Councilmember Felder, seconded by Councilmember Fulks, and carried AIF.

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