Indy data center moratorium takes effect after passage by Metropolitan Development Commission
The Metropolitan Development Commission in Indianapolis has enacted a moratorium on new data center developments, effective immediately. This pause, supported by Mayor Joe Hogsett, will last until the end of 2027 to allow the city to research future developments and assess community impact.
The Metropolitan Development Commission in Indianapolis officially adopted a moratorium on new data center developments, a decision that went into effect immediately. This action follows similar votes by the Metropolitan Economic Development Committee and the full City-County Council, and received support from Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett.
The moratorium, formally tied to zoning proposal 2026-AO-001, will remain in place until no later than the end of 2027. During this period, city officials aim to conduct research into future data center developments and gather input on their potential community impact.