Oakland City Council approves 45-day moratorium on new data centers | KTVU

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The Oakland City Council unanimously approved a 45-day temporary moratorium on all new data center development in the city. The pause allows the city to consider data center development and related regulations before new projects can proceed.

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Gov: Oakland City Council
The Oakland City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to place a 45-day temporary moratorium on all new data center development across the city.
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