Council adopts development-code revision that bars data centers in Aberdeen

Jun 8, 2026

After a public hearing, Aberdeen's City Council adopted Ordinance 26-004, which defines "data center" and removes that use from the city's permitted zoning categories, following public comment opposing data centers in the city.

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The Aberdeen City Council voted June 8 to adopt Ordinance 26-004, a development-code revision that defines "data center" and makes the use not permitted in any city zoning district. Mayor Patrick McGrady opened the public hearing and allowed residents to comment; after closing the hearing the council moved, seconded, and approved the ordinance by a 4— vote.

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