Ohio's regulatory environment is weighed down by one of the highest moratorium counts in the country, with at least 135 enacted and only 5 rejected, reflecting near-universal success for moratorium efforts across local jurisdictions. Zoning outcomes are essentially even, with at least 27 approvals and 19 denials, and opposition results are modestly negative, with at least 8 projects blocked compared to 7 approved despite resistance. Despite this friction, 123 active companies make Ohio one of the most heavily pursued data center markets, driven by its central location, available power, and proximity to major fiber routes through Columbus and Cleveland. With 1,450 clips and 543 outcomes, the regulatory picture is highly reliable. Compared to neighboring Indiana, where zoning approvals significantly outnumber denials and fewer moratoriums have been enacted, Ohio presents a more challenging landscape despite stronger overall market activity.
Regulatory Environment Score
Ohio's regulatory environment is weighed down by one of the highest moratorium counts in the country, with at least 135 enacted and only 5 rejected, reflecting near-universal success for moratorium efforts across local jurisdictions. Zoning outcomes are essentially even, with at least 27 approvals and 19 denials, and opposition results are modestly negative, with at least 8 projects blocked compared to 7 approved despite resistance. Despite this friction, 123 active companies make Ohio one of the most heavily pursued data center markets, driven by its central location, available power, and proximity to major fiber routes through Columbus and Cleveland. With 1,450 clips and 543 outcomes, the regulatory picture is highly reliable. Compared to neighboring Indiana, where zoning approvals significantly outnumber denials and fewer moratoriums have been enacted, Ohio presents a more challenging landscape despite stronger overall market activity.
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