Charlotte leaders consider extending data center moratorium
Charlotte City Council is considering extending the city's temporary moratorium on new data center projects for one year, through October 18, 2027. The moratorium applies within city limits while officials review rules governing data centers in seven zoning districts.
Charlotte City Council is scheduled to consider extending the city's 100-day moratorium on new data center projects. The proposed extension would run through October 18, 2027, while the current moratorium is set to expire on November 5.
The temporary ban applies to new data centers within Charlotte city limits. City officials have been discussing the issue since late April; under existing city law, data centers are treated uniformly and could potentially be permitted in seven zoning districts.