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.
Village of Cassville
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Pro-Data Center Policies
Cassville has an enacted measure described as barring data centers for up to two years and requiring town board approval for certain land-use changes.
Rating from Wisconsin statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Village of Cassville.
current law · Town of CassvilleWisconsin Watch reports that Cassville's ordinance prohibits data centers in the town for up to two years.Wisconsin Town of Cassville Data Center Ban Ordinance (2026)
What this means
The measure would prohibit data centers in Cassville for up to two years, a major temporary barrier to building one there. It would also require town board approval for certain land-use changes, adding another hurdle.
Timing
Reported prohibition for up to two years. Exact commencement and expiration are unverified.
People behind it
- Eric Hagen
Town attorney presenting proposed ordinance
- Scott Riedl
Town supervisor
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements1
Reported temporary prohibition: prohibits data centers in the town for up to two years. Operative ordinance text unavailable.
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