12-month moratorium on data centers
Dubuque County, IA — 12-month moratorium on data centers
Dubuque County, IA · 12-month moratorium on data centers
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- May 26, 2026
- Applies to
- Local government / regulated operators.
The Dubuque County Board of Supervisors voted 2-1 on May 26, 2026 to enact a 12-month moratorium on data centers while staff research and develop county zoning regulations for such facilities.
Who is protected: Local residents subject to the measure.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Dubuque County, IA |
|---|---|
| Level | County |
| Strength | Limited |
| Citation | 12-month moratorium on data centers |
| Topics | data-center siting and energy · government use of AI |
| News report | Dubuque County approves 12-month moratorium on data centers |
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