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Data center moratorium takes first steps after Fort Worth City Council’s unanimous vote
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· August 12, 2026
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Key takeaway The proposed 90-day moratorium is expected to take effect early next year, allowing city leaders to assess potential development regulations.
The Fort Worth City Council has taken a step towards implementing a moratorium on data center construction. This move comes after months of public calls for action. The proposed 90-day moratorium is expected to take effect early next year, allowing city leaders to assess potential development regulations.
It will also give them time to evaluate the impact of data centers on natural resources and quality of life. Further details on the moratorium and related city council votes are available from the Fort Worth Report. The council's decision was part of a larger discussion on data center regulations, with additional votes taken on related matters.
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Category: government Published: August 12, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Report Reading time: 1 min
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