The Data Center Divide
A policy snapshot ahead of the 2026 midterms. Mapping data center incentives, restrictions, and bans through legislation, regulations, and executive actions across all 50 states and 1,462 local jurisdictions.
Arcadia Township
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Mixed Data Center Policies
Arcadia Township has an enacted six-month data-center moratorium, though its description says “if enacted”; it would pause development, but its exact scope and exceptions are unclear.
Rating from Michigan statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Arcadia Township.
current law · Arcadia TownshipPauses data center development in Arcadia Township for six months.Arcadia Township Proposed Data Center Moratorium (2026)
What this means
If enacted, the six-month moratorium would pause data center development in Arcadia Township, creating a substantial delay for new projects and expansions. The minutes say the moratorium lasts six months, but do not describe its exact scope or exceptions.
Timing
- Ends
- six months after adoption
The board accepted the Data Center Moratorium for a six-month term. No extension conditions or remaining provisions are stated.
People behind it
- Katie Poniatowski
Moved the motion to adopt the six-month Data Center Moratorium.
- Kathy Howe
Seconded the motion to adopt the six-month Data Center Moratorium.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements1
A six-month moratorium was adopted on data centers, temporarily restricting their approval or development during that period.
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