Shawnee approves temporary moratorium on new data centers
The city of Shawnee, Oklahoma, has approved a temporary moratorium on new data center developments, which will remain in effect until the end of 2027. City commissioners implemented the pause to allow officials time to study potential data center developments and update city regulations for future proposals.
The city of Shawnee, Oklahoma, has officially enacted a temporary moratorium on new data center proposals, effectively halting new developments until the end of 2027. This decision was made by the city commissioners, who stated the pause is intended to provide officials with sufficient time to thoroughly study potential data center developments.
During the moratorium period, city officials plan to review and update existing city regulations to better manage future proposals for data center projects. The move comes amid a broader trend of expanding data center development across Oklahoma, with state leaders actively encouraging high-tech and data center investment. The moratorium takes immediate effect.