Maplewood Considers Banning Data Centers and Detention Facilities

Maplewood Considers Banning Data Centers and Detention Facilities

News ClipTAPinto·Maplewood, Essex County, NJ·7/24/2026

Maplewood, New Jersey, is considering enacting a precautionary ban on both data centers and detention facilities. According to Mayor DeLuca, this measure is proactive and no current proposals for such facilities exist within the town. The potential ban would prevent future data center developments in the area.

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Gov: Maplewood municipal government, Mayor DeLuca
Maplewood may ban data centers and detention facilities. Mayor DeLuca says the move is precautionary, with no current proposals in town.