Louisville Metro Councilmember proposes pausing new data center projects

Name: Louisville Metro Councilmember proposes pausing new data center projects
Uploaded: 2026-05-13T20:56:19.000Z
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Description: Louisville Metro Councilwoman Jennifer Chappell has reintroduced an ordinance proposing a six-month moratorium on new data center applications. This pause would allow the Louisville Planning Commission to develop updated regulations for data centers. The move comes as residents express concerns about the potential impact of these facilities on local neighborhoods.

News Clip0:33WHAS11·Louisville, Jefferson County, KY·5/13/2026

Louisville Metro Councilwoman Jennifer Chappell has reintroduced an ordinance proposing a six-month moratorium on new data center applications. This pause would allow the Louisville Planning Commission to develop updated regulations for data centers. The move comes as residents express concerns about the potential impact of these facilities on local neighborhoods.

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Gov: Louisville Metro Council, Louisville Planning Commission

Louisville Metro Councilwoman Jennifer Chappell has reintroduced an ordinance calling for a six-month moratorium on new data center applications within the city. The proposed measure aims to temporarily halt new rezonings and development plans while the Louisville Planning Commission works on establishing updated regulations for such projects.
Councilwoman Chappell stated that residents have voiced concerns regarding the potential impact data centers could have on nearby neighborhoods, prompting the legislative action. The ordinance is scheduled for discussion at a committee meeting on June 2nd, indicating an active legislative process to address community apprehensions about data center development.