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Athens‑Clarke County adopts temporary moratorium on new data centers after months of public concern
Summary
Following hours of public comment from residents, scientists and local organizations, the Athens‑Clarke County commission adopted a temporary moratorium on new data centers through March 2026 to give staff time to draft zoning rules addressing energy, water and community impacts.
Athens‑Clarke County commissioners on Dec. 2 adopted a temporary moratorium on establishing new data centers across the county, citing unresolved questions about resource demands and neighborhood impacts.
The measure, passed after packed public comment, pauses approvals while staff and the planning commission draft specific land‑use rules and placement criteria. Commissioner Link, who moved the ordinance, said the pause was overdue and will allow the county to “come up with a clear ordinance guiding any potential future data centers in our…
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