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Multiple communities in Michigan, including Freedom Township and Saline, have enacted moratoria on data center proposals to review local regulations. Freedom Township's yearlong moratorium began on January 16, 2023.

Saline enacted its moratorium on January 12, 2023, amid concerns over zoning and potential developments. Ypsilanti Township has adopted new zoning rules for data centers, allowing them only in industrial zones.

Nearby areas such as York and Sylvan Townships are also considering similar measures. Howell Township enacted a six-month moratorium following a withdrawn application for a data center backed by Meta. Communities aim to assess the environmental and energy impacts of potential projects.