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Data Center Moratorium Extension

The city hit pause on any building or zoning permits related to data centers through November 18, 2026. This gives Aberdeen breathing room to decide how — or whether — it wants large data center projects before any applications land.

12 mentions (6 this month)Last discussed Oct 19, 2026

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Data Center Ordinance Timeline

The city set rules for Monday's special listening session on data centers: three minutes per speaker, registration until 6 p.m., no debate. The current moratorium on data centers in city limits sunsets November 18, with a proposed ordinance expected this fall.

12 mentionsLast discussed Sep 14, 2026