
Augusta data center meeting draws questions on noise, water and power
News ClipWRDW·Augusta, Richmond County, GA·8/11/2026
Augusta held its first of three public meetings to discuss a draft ordinance that would establish the city's initial regulations for data centers. During the meeting, residents raised concerns regarding potential noise, water usage, and power consumption associated with data center developments. This ordinance aims to set the framework for future data center rules in the city.
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Gov: Augusta City Government
Augusta held its first of three public meetings Monday on a draft ordinance that would set the city's first-ever rules for data centers.