Planning commission recommends moratorium on data centers while ordinance is finalized

May 26, 2026

The Planning Commission voted May 26 to recommend the Board of Supervisors adopt a moratorium on data centers before July 2026 while Solicitor Weed and consultants refine a draft ordinance addressing setbacks, minimum acreage, water protections and decommissioning requirements.

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The Westfall Township Planning Commission voted May 26 to recommend that the Board of Supervisors adopt a moratorium on data‑center development prior to July 2026 while staff and legal counsel finalize a draft ordinance.

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