Lochbuie approves 5-year moratorium on data centers, longest pause in Colorado
The Lochbuie Town Council in Colorado has approved a five-year moratorium on new data center applications, which is reportedly the longest such pause in the state. This decision was made following significant community feedback and a 6-1 council vote, reflecting strong local opposition to data center development.
The Lochbuie Town Council in Colorado has approved a five-year moratorium on new or expanded data center applications, establishing what appears to be the longest such pause in the state. The decision was reached with a 6-1 vote, reflecting significant community sentiment against data center development.
Council members reported receiving hundreds of emails from residents, an unprecedented level of feedback, indicating strong local opposition to the industry. One council member expressed pride in the community's unified stance. The town's majority conveyed a clear message to developers, suggesting they seek other locations.
Despite the moratorium, the transcript indicates that no specific data center developers had actually approached Lochbuie about development prior to the vote.