Plan Commission votes to begin moratorium process on data‑center zoning while rules are drafted

Jan 21, 2026

The commission voted to move forward with a moratorium process on data‑center development to allow time to draft restrictions; members then heard public comment about notice and moratorium coverage.

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Planning staff told the commission that the existing zoning ordinance regulates where data centers may be sited but does not impose substantive restrictions on data‑center uses; staff recommended a temporary moratorium while the ordinance is updated to add restrictions. Jamie Hopper moved to proceed with the moratorium process and Brent Pomerhn seconded; the motion passed unanimously.

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