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Cato Township
Mixed Data Center Policies
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current law · Cato TownshipEstablishes zoning rules for cryptocurrency mining facilities and data centers in Cato Township.Cato Township Crypto Mining/Data Center Siting Ordinance
People behind it
- Cato Township Board
Adopted the ordinance regulating cryptocurrency data mining facilities and data centers.
- Brandi Clark-Hubbard
Moved the motion to adopt the cryptocurrency data mining facilities and data centers ordinance.
- Marcy Myers
Supported the motion to adopt the cryptocurrency data mining facilities and data centers ordinance.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements3
The ordinance adds a new Chapter 20 to Cato Township’s Zoning Ordinance specifically to regulate cryptocurrency data-mining facilities and data centers.
The ordinance limits the zoning districts in which cryptocurrency data-mining facilities and data centers may be allowed; the Planning Commission discussed and approved changes to the permitted districts.
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