Independence passes 180-day moratorium on data centers
The Independence City Council in Missouri has passed a 180-day moratorium on new data center projects. This temporary freeze will halt the acceptance and approval of new applications, permits, and licenses for data centers and battery energy storage system facilities. The pause allows city officials to review current regulations related to these developments.
The Independence City Council has enacted a 180-day moratorium on new data center and battery energy storage system facilities. The temporary measure, approved Monday night, prevents the city from accepting or approving new applications, permits, and licenses for these types of projects.
According to council members, this pause will allow city officials adequate time to review existing regulations pertaining to data center development. The move signals a proactive step by the city to assess its policies and ensure appropriate oversight for future projects in this sector.