City of Lavon approves 90-day moratorium on potential data center projects
The City of Lavon, Texas, with a population of just over 12,000, has approved a 90-day moratorium on new data center projects. This decision follows significant resident opposition, citing concerns over power and water consumption, and gives the city more time to research the implications of such developments. The moratorium applies to potential new projects, including one initially planned for 79 acres.
The City of Lavon, a small North Texas city with a population of just over 12,000, has enacted a 90-day moratorium on new data center projects. The city council voted to approve this measure, effective starting in November.
The decision comes amidst strong opposition from residents who do not want data centers in their community, expressing concerns that these facilities do not fit with the city's character. Residents have also raised issues regarding the significant demands data centers place on local power and water resources.
While there is a current project on 79 acres in Lavon for which a developer had initial plans for a data center, no formal plans have yet been submitted to the city. The moratorium provides the city with additional time to research and understand the full impact of data center developments. The city also has the option to apply for an extension of the 90-day moratorium.