Savannah is getting interest from data center companies. But the city says not so fast
Savannah officials are responding to increased interest from data center companies by initiating a temporary pause on development. The city council unanimously voted for a data center moratorium to allow time to establish appropriate permitting regulations and assess the city's capacity.
The City of Savannah, Georgia, has seen growing interest from data center companies, prompting its leadership to take proactive steps. Savannah Mayor Van Johnson and the city council have unanimously approved a moratorium on data center development.
This temporary halt, enacted on August 27, 2026, aims to provide city officials with adequate time to formulate comprehensive regulations. The goal is to determine what the city can permit for future large-load data center applicants and establish clear guidelines before any official applications are filed.