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.
David City
Neutral Data Center Policies
David City’s enacted zoning ordinance allows data centers to be considered in two districts, but each project still needs a conditional-use permit, so approval is not guaranteed.
current law · City of David CityAmends David City’s zoning ordinance by adding and revising definitions, updating permitted and conditional uses in the land-use matrix, and addressing setbacks in the TA-1 Transitional Agriculture District, including commercial and industrial uses and specified agricultural, livestock, manufacturing, and waste-related activities.Butler County, Nebraska Zoning Ordinance No. 1528 (2026)
What this means
The measure creates a path for data centers to be considered in two zoning districts, which may enable projects that otherwise would not be allowed. They still need conditional-use permits, adding approval steps and uncertainty.
People behind it
- City of David City, Nebraska
Municipal entity that proposed and adopted the zoning ordinance amendments.
- City Council
Legislative body that passed and approved the ordinance.
- Jessica Miller
Mayor who passed and approved the ordinance.
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- Lori Matchett
City Clerk who attested to the ordinance and was responsible for its publication.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements2
Data centers require a conditional use permit in the zoning districts where the land-use matrix marks the use “C,” rather than being automatically permitted.
Data centers are subject to the additional requirements identified in Section 9.24 of the Zoning Ordinance.
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The land-use matrix adds Data Center as an identified use and marks it "C" in two zoning districts, meaning it may be allowed through a conditional use permit, subject to Section 9.24: Data Center C C Section 9.24.
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