Memphis ordinance to pause data center development passes second reading

News Cliplocalmemphis.com·Memphis, Shelby County, TN·9/1/2026

A proposed ordinance aimed at pausing data center development in Memphis has successfully passed its second reading. This legislative action suggests that local officials are considering a temporary halt on new data center projects within the city. The ordinance is moving through the approval process.

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Gov: Memphis City Council
Proposed ordinance that could pause data center development passes second reading  localmemphis.com