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.
Leelanau Township
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Mixed Data Center Policies
Leelanau Township has enacted a one-year pause on data-center construction applications and permits, delaying projects there temporarily rather than banning them permanently.
Rating from Michigan statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Leelanau Township.
current law · Leelanau TownshipPauses reviews and approvals of data center construction applications and permits in Leelanau Township for one year.Michigan Leelanau Township Data Center Moratorium (2026)
What this means
The measure would pause data center construction applications and permits in Leelanau Township for one year, causing a major delay for projects there. It is temporary rather than a permanent ban, but the year-long pause is a severe restriction.
People behind it
- Leelanau Township Board
Discussed the proposed moratorium ordinances and unanimously approved the temporary data center moratorium.
- Barb Conley
Brought the data-center moratorium issue to the board for consideration.
- Township legal counsel
Drafted the two ordinances establishing the moratoriums.
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Reported one-year halt to review of construction applications or permits.
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