North Mankato Council Sets Public Hearing for Data Center Moratorium
North Mankato's City Council has scheduled a public hearing on August 3 to discuss a one-year moratorium on data centers. This follows a similar measure enacted by Mankato, aiming to assess the impact of large-scale data facilities within the city.
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The City Council of North Mankato has unanimously approved a public hearing for August 3 regarding a proposed ordinance that would impose a year-long moratorium on data centers. This ordinance defines large-scale data centers as facilities over 250,000 square feet or those using 50,000 gallons of water per day.
During the moratorium, no new data centers can be constructed or expanded, and the city will not process related permit applications. The initiative follows discussions on zoning regulations and environmental impacts, particularly due to rising demand for data facilities driven by advancements in technology.
Despite no formal proposals for data centers having been submitted, a prior concept was halted in 2025. Stakeholders have voiced the need for stricter definitions and standards for such facilities.
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