City of Houghton considers a moratorium on data center developments

News Clip1:21My UP Now·Houghton, Houghton County, MI·6/25/2026

Houghton's city council is considering enacting a moratorium on data center development. This action is being taken as city leaders aim to establish comprehensive regulations for such projects before any specific proposals are submitted.

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Gov: Houghton City Council
Houghton’s city council is weighing a moratorium on data center development as city leaders work to establish regulations before any projects arrive. (June 25, 2026)