180-day pause on new data centers moves forward in Statesville
News ClipWSOC TV·Statesville, Iredell County, NC·8/11/2026
City leaders in Statesville, NC, have approved a first reading for a 180-day moratorium on new data centers. This pause on development was initially proposed for 150 days but was extended to 180 days. A second reading is anticipated in the coming weeks to finalize the measure.
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The City of Statesville, North Carolina, is moving to implement a temporary halt on new data center developments. During a recent meeting, city leaders voted to pass the first reading of a proposed 180-day moratorium, an increase from the originally suggested 150 days.
The measure, which would pause all new data center projects, is now awaiting a second reading, expected to occur in the next few weeks, before it can be officially enacted.