The City and County of Denver on Monday took the first step in its plans to impose a one-year moratorium on data centers.
The council advanced the proposal following its first reading, a move that triggers a public hearing on the matter. That hearing is set for May 18.
Because data centers are not specifically regulated within Denver and have no specific permitting requirements, city officials have said they aim to press the “pause” button, giving them time to develop “thoughtful regulations” that address community safety and equity…