Northville residents applaud city’s data center moratorium Northville preemptively approved a 12-month moratorium on data centers without facing any proposals. Community Development Director Justin Quagliata said city leaders acted proactively after observing challenges in surrounding communities. The pause allows officials to examine zoning ordinance amendments. Residents praised the decision, citing concerns about transparency and speed of data center developments. Quagliata anticipates robust community discussion given statewide concerns about data center projects. Source: WXYZ
Oakland University plans 26-megawatt data center Oakland University is partnering with Ohio-based Fairmount Properties to develop a 26-megawatt data center in Parking Lot 35, adjacent to a DTE substation. The facility would relocate OU’s current data center from Dodge Hall and seek commercial tenants. Officials emphasize this is an “edge” data center, smaller than hyperscale facilities. A feasibility study will assess environmental impact, utilities, and market potential before presenting a business plan to OU’s board in spring or summer 2026. Source: The Oakland Press
Northern Oakland County community enacts data center moratorium Springfield Township enacted a 180-day moratorium on data center proposals after consultants warned the community was unprepared for such developments. Supervisor Ric Davis said the pause allows proper planning for construction standards, environmental protections, and emergency preparedness. The moratorium came days before officials met with developers interested in an 84-acre site. Several southeast Michigan communities have faced similar data center proposals, with some meeting local resistance. Source: The Detroit News…