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.
Lake Township
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Mixed Data Center Policies
Lake Township adopted a temporary pause on new or expanded data centers, blocking those projects while it remains in effect. Its duration and any exceptions are unclear.
Rating from Michigan statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Lake Township.
current law · Lake TownshipTemporarily pauses approval of new or expanded data centers in Lake Township.Lake Township Data Center Moratorium (2026)
What this means
The township adopted an ordinance imposing a temporary moratorium on new or expanded data centers, which would block those projects while the moratorium is in effect (“Temporary Moratorium Regarding New or Expanded Data Centers”). The minutes don’t state how long it lasts or what exceptions apply, so its full practical impact is unclear.
Timing
The sources confirm that Ordinance #2026-01 imposes a temporary moratorium regarding new or expanded data centers, but they do not state an expiration date, ending condition, or extension provision.
People behind it
- Dale Hartsell
Moved the motion to draft the data center moratorium and later introduced Ordinance #2026-01.
- Nicole Collins
Seconded the motion to draft the moratorium and co-sponsored Ordinance #2026-01.
- Township attorney
Prepared the temporary data center moratorium ordinance at the Board of Trustees’ request.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements1
A temporary moratorium is imposed on new or expanded data centers.
Sources
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