Milton council unanimously extends moratorium on data center applications

Jul 7, 2026

The Milton City Council voted unanimously to extend a moratorium on new data center applications to July 21, 2026, allowing time for notice and further study; residents urged stronger, longer protections citing water, power and noise concerns.

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The Milton City Council voted unanimously on July 6 to extend an existing moratorium on applications for data centers until July 21, 2026, to allow the city to publish required legal notice and hold a properly advertised public hearing on any longer moratorium or UDC amendments. City Attorney Ken Gerard described the action as a short, housekeeping extension so staff can complete public‑notice obligations.

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