Joplin data center ordinance moves forward with environmental protections

Joplin data center ordinance moves forward with environmental protections

News ClipKOAM News Now·Joplin, Jasper County, MO·7/14/2026

The Joplin Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended that the city council approve a revised ordinance establishing standards for data centers. This proposal includes environmental protections and is now closer to final approval. The ordinance aims to set regulations for future data center developments in Joplin.

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Gov: Joplin Planning and Zoning Commission, Joplin City Council
JOPLIN, MO. - (KOAM) - The Joplin Planning and Zoning Commission has recommended that the city council approve a revised ordinance establishing standards for data centers, moving the proposal closer