Mason approves data center ordinance despite opposition

Mason approves data center ordinance despite opposition

Mason City Council voted to approve the M3 zoning ordinance Monday evening after months of public debate and amendments, setting new restrictions for data centers if one were to enter the community. Mason City Council approved M3 zoning ordinance setting data center restrictions despite resident opposition. Opponents cite concerns about high water and electricity consumption by data centers. Residents plan referendum to challenge ordinance.The d…