Chicago mayor calls for temporary moratorium on data centers, expands review process
News ClipThe Business Journals·Chicago, Cook County, IL·8/11/2026
The mayor of Chicago has called for a temporary moratorium on data center development within the city. Additionally, the mayor plans to expand the review process for such projects. This indicates a potential shift in how data center construction will be managed in Chicago.
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Chicago mayor calls for temporary moratorium on data centers, expands review process The Business Journals