Municipalities Implement Data Center Moratoriums Amid Development Concerns in Michigan
DEFENSEDATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Multiple municipalities in Michigan have imposed temporary moratoriums on data center developments to address planning and community impact concerns. Northville and Springfield Township have enacted 12-month and 180-day pauses, respectively, while Saginaw City Council is set to vote on a six-month freeze. This trend highlights increasing local resistance and regulatory scrutiny amid ongoing data center projects, including significant developments by Oakland University and Microsoft.

Jan 13, 2026, 10:36 PM