Commission asks staff to gather examples as data‑center moratorium nears expiration

Apr 8, 2026

With a one‑year moratorium on new data centers noted, commissioners asked staff to collect sample ordinances and size classes for micro/edge/small/medium facilities so the village can prepare regulations before the moratorium expires.

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Commissioners revisited the village moratorium on data centers and agreed staff should collect ordinance language and size‑class examples so the commission can prepare local rules before the moratorium lapses. A staff member summarized size classes used elsewhere: micro/edge (about 1–5 acres), small (5–25 acres). Commissioners emphasized they need direction that fits New Haven’s limited land and utility capacity.

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