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.
Washington Township
Strongly Anti-Data Center Policies
Washington Township has enacted an ordinance banning data centers in every zoning district, though its description says “if enacted”; no exceptions are described.
current law · Township of WashingtonWashington Township, Warren County Ordinance 2026-06 adds a §123-2 definition of facilities primarily used for storage, management and processing of digital or electronic data.Washington Township Ordinance 2026-06 (2026)
What this means
If enacted, the ordinance would prohibit all data centers in every zoning district, an outright ban that would prevent new data center development in the township. The sources describe no exceptions or offsetting benefits.
People behind it
- Ann Kilduff
Township Clerk, RMC, named on introduction/final-hearing notice.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements2
Adds §123-2 definition covering storage, management and processing of digital or electronic data.
Adds §123-4E prohibiting all data centers and any related uses.
Sources
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