Mandan data center ordinance draft expected Thursday ahead of community meeting
The Mandan Planning and Zoning Commission is preparing to release a revised draft data center ordinance. This comes as residents express concerns about a proposed data center's location and the lack of a moratorium on new developments. A community meeting is scheduled to discuss these issues.
The Mandan Planning and Zoning Commission is expected to release a revised draft data center ordinance by Thursday, August 6. This development comes as an unnamed developer is considering building a data center in Mandan, prompting significant community engagement and concern.
Residents have raised questions regarding the proposed site's proximity to local schools and neighborhoods. A key concern highlighted by resident Cassie Jiras is the current absence of a moratorium that would pause data center development while new regulations are being formulated. Jiras expressed apprehension about the perceived rapid pace of the project.
An informational event, hosted by community members, is scheduled for Thursday evening from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at the Mandan High School auditorium, providing a forum for residents to discuss these issues further.