Eureka City Council to Review 45-Day Moratorium on Data Centers
Eureka City Council is set to vote on a proposed 45-day moratorium on new data center developments. This measure is a response to community concerns regarding the potential environmental impacts of data centers, including water usage and public health risks.
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The Eureka City Council will consider an urgency ordinance establishing a 45-day moratorium on data center siting, affecting both inland and coastal areas. This ordinance aims to allow staff to research and develop zoning regulations to manage or prohibit data center projects.
The proposed moratorium, requiring a four-fifths council vote, will prevent new applications during the review period, although currently submitted plans will still be processed. Research will focus on the environmental impacts and community concerns related to water use, power availability, and noise. The council is also updating the city's Housing Element, exploring potential housing locations.
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