Taylor and Pontiac Impose Moratoriums on Data Centers Amid Community Concerns
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
The Taylor City Council has unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on data center applications to assess potential impacts on residents, while Pontiac has enacted a six-month moratorium focusing on health and infrastructure concerns. Both cities aim to establish regulations in response to rising interest in data centers, amid community worries about noise, pollution, and utility demands. Nearby communities, including Northville and Springfield Township, have also imposed similar moratoriums.

Jan 23, 2026, 6:14 AM