North Mankato refines data center limits ahead of moratorium vote

North Mankato refines data center limits ahead of moratorium vote

News ClipMankato Free Press·North Mankato, Nicollet County, MN·8/18/2026

The North Mankato City Council is continuing discussions to refine proposed limits for a moratorium on large-scale data centers. They are reviewing potential thresholds related to size, water usage, environmental review, and zoning ahead of an anticipated vote. This signals active local government engagement on data center development regulations.

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Gov: North Mankato City Council
NORTH MANKATO — The North Mankato City Council continued discussions Monday on a proposed moratorium on large-scale data centers, reviewing potential size and water-use thresholds, environmental review, zoning and the