Manitowoc County Says “NO” to Data Centers for 18 Months
News Clipwhbl.com·Manitowoc County, WI·4/30/2026
Manitowoc County has unanimously passed an ordinance enacting an 18-month moratorium on data center development. The decision followed strong support from residents and resolutions from three towns, citing concerns about property values, noise, and public health. This ban aims to address potential secondary impacts of data centers in the county.
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Gov: Manitowoc County Board of Supervisors, Manitowoc County
Manitowoc County's Board of Supervisors has unanimously enacted an 18-month moratorium on all new data center development. The decision came after residents voiced strong support for the proposal during a public hearing, leading to amendments that extended the moratorium from 12 to 18 months and addressed future data center storage considerations.
The ordinance was initiated following resolutions earlier this year from three towns within Manitowoc County, which called for the county-wide ban. Town representatives expressed significant concerns regarding the potential adverse effects of data centers, including impacts on property values, increased noise pollution, and risks to public health.