Milwaukee to ban large data centers, regulate small ones under new plan

News ClipMilwaukee Journal Sentinel·Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, WI·5/20/2026

Milwaukee is developing a new plan that would ban the construction of large data centers within the city limits. The plan also includes regulations for smaller data center facilities. This initiative represents a significant change in the city's approach to data center development.

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Milwaukee to ban large data centers, regulate small ones under new plan  Milwaukee Journal Sentinel