Indianapolis adopts data center moratorium, pausing new developments through 2027
The 6-0 vote sets minimum standards for new projects and leaves approved developments untouched while officials weigh stronger restrictions.
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Data Center Moratorium Unanimously Passes in Marion County
INDIANAPOLIS — A moratorium on new data center developments in Indianapolis has been approved by the Metropolitan Development Commission. In a vote made on Wednesday, the temporary moratorium passed unanimously 6-0. This means that new data centers cannot be built in Indianapolis until the end of 2027. Marion County becomes the latest municipality to temporarily halt the construction of new data centers in the state. The moratorium will allow ti…
Marion County Puts New Data Centers on Hold While Rules Are Rewritten
Indianapolis officials have approved a sweeping pause on new data center projects, clearing the way for a multi-year review of how the fast-growing industry will be regulated in Marion County. The Metropolitan Development Commission on Wednesday voted 6–0 to approve Ordinance Amendment 2026 AO 001, adopting City-County Council language that places a moratorium on the permitting or allowance of new data centers within the commission’s jurisdictio…
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