Shelby County Commission advances data center moratorium; regulatory ordinance in works

A moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas of Shelby County advanced to a second reading on a slim plurality of votes during the Monday, Oct. 12 meeting. The 12-month pause on new data center construction in Shelby County mirrors an ordinance under consideration by the Memphis City Council. However, the city’s effort has stalled […]

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Oct 15, 2026 - 13:57
Shelby County Commission advances data center moratorium; regulatory ordinance in works
A moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas of Shelby County advanced to a second reading on a slim plurality of votes during the Monday, Oct. 12 meeting. The 12-month pause on new data center construction in Shelby County mirrors an ordinance under consideration by the Memphis City Council. However, the city’s effort has stalled […]
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