Commission debates possible moratorium on data centers over utility demands

Commissioner Terry Lindeman raised a policy concern about data centers at the April 7 meeting, saying their substantial power and water needs may warrant a moratorium in the township while the planning implications are studied. Lindeman referenced special-use permit protocols that would apply to any proposed data center, and he noted a University of Michigan study as a relevant reference for zoning considerations. The commission agreed the matter should be presented to the Board of Trustees at its meeting the following evening.