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Commission discusses 12-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers; no formal action taken
Summary
Staff briefed the commission on a potential moratorium on hyperscale data centers for up to 12 months while staff completes required state-statutory reporting; commissioners raised questions about the 12-month cap and timing. No moratorium was adopted; staff will present a draft at the August meeting.
The commission discussed a staff-led effort to prepare a moratorium on hyperscale data centers for a period not to exceed 12 months while the city completes reporting required by state statute. Staff said they are continuing to work through the statutory reporting and clarified that the 12-month clock "doesn't start till you adopt the ordinance."
Commissioners asked whether 12 months is sufficient and noted that nearby communities are taking similar steps; the conversation was informational and staff said they will bring a draft moratorium to the August plan commission meeting for consideration and potential action.
