Augusta to look at new zoning rules for data centers after resident complaints

News Clip2:01WJBF·Augusta, GA·2/26/2026

The city of Augusta, Georgia is considering new zoning rules for data centers after receiving complaints from residents about a lack of notice for the city's first data center project. The city may also consider putting the brakes on future data center projects.

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After getting an earful from residents about the lack of notice for the city's first datacenter city leaders are looking at writing new rules and maybe put the brakes on future projects