Data centers in Michigan local government
What Michigan city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about data centers — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
64 Michigan meetings since 2024 covered data centers. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Michigan with the most data centers activity
- Ypsilanti, MI (8)
- Jackson, MI (5)
- Charlevoix County, MI (5)
- Washtenaw County, MI (5)
- Ferndale, MI (4)
- Saginaw County, MI (4)
- Cass County, MI (4)
- Livonia, MI (3)
- East Lansing, MI (3)
- Lansing, MI (3)
- Berkley, MI (2)
- Garden City, MI (2)
Latest matching meetings
Planning Commission to vote on rezoning Farmington Road properties for retail
The Livonia Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on three land use petitions, including a request to rezone properties on Farmington Road for a retail building. The body will also vote on motions to hold future hearings regarding the regulation of data centers and the creation of moratoria…
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on vehicle repair expansion and data center moratorium extension
The Waterford Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a special approval request to expand a vehicle repair facility's parking lot and convert a storage building into repair bays at 2293 Elizabeth Lake Rd/36 Carpenter Ct, and a proposed six-month extension to the moratorium on data centers…
Planning Commission to review three rezoning and waiver petitions
The Livonia Planning Commission will hold a study meeting to review three petitions for rezoning or waiver use approvals, and will consider motions to hold public hearings on zoning amendments for data centers and land-use moratoria. The meeting is a pre-hearing session for items scheduled for September 1, 2026.
Ferndale planners to review data center and detention ordinance
The Ferndale Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes, and will hold a discussion on reviewing the city's ordinance regarding detention and data centers. No votes on the ordinance are scheduled; it is listed as a discussion item.
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on six items including rezonings and zoning text amendments
The Ypsilanti Planning Commission will hold public hearings on six items, including a duplex-to-triplex conversion at 413 S. Huron Street, a mixed-use redevelopment at 317 N. Washington Street, a Non-Motorized Plan update, and three zoning text amendments (data centers, planned unit developments, and…
Planning Commission to review data center detention ordinance
The Ferndale Planning Commission is meeting to consider routine items like approving the agenda and minutes from June 24, 2026, and to hold a public hearing. The main discussion item is a review of the ordinance regarding detention and data centers, which may affect future development in the city.
Planning Commission to review Miracle Field site plan and data center regulations
The Commission will conduct a site plan review for the Miracle Field adaptive sports complex at Defoe Park. Staff will also present draft regulations for data centers and the 2025 Annual Report.
Committee to discuss green zoning, urban deer, data center moratorium
The Environmental Concerns Committee is meeting to discuss environmental issues, including green zoning, urban deer complaints, and a potential data center moratorium. They will also hear reports from various boards and working groups, and review results from recycling and invasive species programs.
Council to vote on data center moratorium resolution
The Leslie City Council will consider a resolution to impose a moratorium on data centers, discuss a utility bill for 412 Kirby, and review a millage informational mailer. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items such as approving minutes, paying bills totaling $141,003.96, and approving street closures…
Planning Commission to hear data center presentation
The Coldwater Planning Commission, along with the City Council and Board of Public Utilities, is holding a special joint meeting. The main item is an informational session on data centers, presented by Jean Hardy, Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Public comment will be heard, but no decisions are scheduled.
Environmental Commission to discuss trees, pollinator gardens, and data centers
The Environmental Commission will review progress on street tree planting and discuss potential pollinator garden pilot programs. The body will also consider the City's pursuit of Tree City USA designation and evaluate environmental impacts of data center development.
Council to weigh data center moratorium extension and zoning changes
The East Lansing City Council is holding a regular meeting with several public hearings and business items. Key actions include considering a six-month extension of a moratorium on data center land use applications, discussing the City Manager search process, and holding public hearings on rezoning 3859 Stoll Road…
Planning Commission to discuss data center ordinance
The Charlevoix Planning Commission is holding its regular meeting, with the main substantive item being continued discussion of a data center ordinance under old business. The agenda also includes routine items like approval of minutes, public comment, and staff updates. No final decisions are indicated on the agenda.
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on data center zoning and indoor golf facility
The Pittsfield Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings and discussions on proposed data center zoning regulations (RZ 25-04) and a conditional use permit for an indoor golf simulator facility (CUP 26-05). They will also consider a request to expand the fueling station at Sam's Club on Carpenter Road…
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on gas station and data center zoning
The Saginaw Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: a special land use request for a convenience store and vehicle fueling station at 1313 Cumberland Street and 2818 E Holland Avenue, and a proposed Data Center Zoning Ordinance. The commission will also receive an informational update on the Harrison Manor…
Plan Commission to consider two rezoning requests and certified survey maps
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on recommendations for two property rezonings. The body will also discuss e-bikes and receive informational items regarding data centers.
Planning Commission to review site plan for 605 Sheridan and discuss data center ordinance
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a site plan for 605 Sheridan as new business and to discuss the Data Center Ordinance under old business. The Zoning Administrator will also provide a report. The meeting includes approval of the June 8, 2026 minutes and a public comment period.
Planning Commission recommends approval of extensive zoning ordinance amendments
The commission held public hearings and voted to recommend approval of a comprehensive amendment to the City of Berkley's zoning code, covering commercial occupancy, multiple‑family development, parking, signage, and related provisions. It also approved a site‑plan addition for 3170 Eleven Mile Road after conditions…
Public hearing on outdoor storage at 3110 Sheridan Ave; data center zoning discussed
The Saginaw Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a special land use request for outdoor storage at 3110 Sheridan Avenue. The commission will also discuss a draft Parks & Recreation Plan and a proposed Data Center Zoning Ordinance.
Public hearings on multifamily housing tax exemption repeal and new 4% service charge
The City Council will hold public hearings on repealing Chapter 886 (tax exemptions for multifamily dwelling projects) and adopting a new Chapter 886 imposing a 4% service charge on annual shelter rents for eligible housing development projects. The council will also consider a consent agenda including a ballot…
Public hearing on rezoning 424 S. Mansfield from PMD to GC; data center rules discussed
The Planning Commission holds a public hearing on a rezoning request for 424 S. Mansfield from Production, Manufacturing & Distribution to General Corridor. The commission also continues discussion on zoning text amendments for data centers and party stores, and receives updates on the master plan and hazard…
Committee to vote on temporary moratorium for new data centers
The Lansing Committee on Development and Planning will introduce and set a public hearing on a resolution to amend Chapter 878, imposing a temporary moratorium on new data centers. The committee will also consider a resolution to establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (OPRA) District at 2231 W. Willow St…
Planning Commission to discuss data center zoning ordinance
The Saginaw Planning Commission will discuss a proposed Data Center Zoning Ordinance and a draft Parks & Recreation Plan. No votes or decisions are noted on the agenda; these items are listed under New and Old Business for discussion.
Commission to discuss development at Bermuda & E. 9 Mile Road
The Planning Commission will discuss a potential development proposal at the northwest corner of Bermuda and E. 9 Mile Road. Commissioners also introduce two new members and discuss immigration detention facilities and data centers.
Public hearing on zoning for walk-up windows
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment to regulate walk-up windows. They will also review preliminary plans for the 2027 reconstruction of Cornell Road and receive a capital improvements presentation. Old business items include updates on zoning for data centers and party stores.
Council to consider zoning amendment for harm reduction services
The City Council will hold a first reading and public hearing on a zoning text amendment to permit harm reduction services, which differ from substance abuse treatment facilities. They will also vote on consent agenda items including contracts for Frog Island accessibility improvements ($48,995) and Harriet Street…
New 4-unit building proposed at 28541 Krauter Ave
The Planning Commission will decide on a revised site plan for a four-unit residential building on Krauter Avenue. Two public hearings will address zoning amendments for residential parking standards and therapeutic massage facilities. The commission will also discuss regulating data centers and amendments to the…
Public hearing on 12-story mixed-use development at E. Grand River Ave
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed 12-story mixed-use development at 401-427 E. Grand River Avenue and a proposed ordinance amendment to add a process for removing properties from rental restriction overlay districts. The commission will also begin initial discussions on data centers in…
Commission discusses adding Tree City USA designation as a priority initiative
At its May 13 meeting, the Jackson Environmental Commission reviewed updates on the Tree Inventory & Management Plan, LEED for Cities research, and other ongoing projects. Commissioners added urban agriculture, pollinator gardens, and the pursuit of Tree City USA designation to the commission’s priority list for 2026…
Planning Commission to discuss downtown building height and density
The City of Charlevoix Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 11, 2026, to discuss proposed changes to building height and density in the Central Business District. The commission will also review ongoing updates to a data center ordinance and off-street parking regulations. No final decisions are…
Board will discuss updates and consider a new data center proposal
The Cass County Parks and Recreation Board will receive updates on the Dark Sky program, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), and Wi‑Fi installation at Lawless. It will also consider a proposal for a data center and decide on the location for the June meeting.
Master Plan Update to be discussed as unfinished business
The Planning Commission will consider a Master Plan Update as unfinished business and receive planner's comments on AI and data centers. The rest of the agenda is procedural: call to order, approval of minutes, and public comments.
Public hearing on proposed data center zoning ordinance
The Saginaw Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed data center zoning ordinance. They will also discuss a draft Parks & Recreation Plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes from March 24, 2026. The meeting is at Hoyt Library, 505 Janes Avenue.
Ypsilanti considers emergency 60-day moratorium on new data center zoning permits
The City Council will discuss an emergency moratorium on data center permits and a $1 million proposal for a city-run community responder program. The meeting also includes votes on traffic control orders and various municipal contracts.
Council to weigh ballot proposal on sale of Lansing Shuffle Building
The Lansing City Council will hold a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) annual action plan for fiscal year 2026-2027 and consider amending metered parking enforcement hours and expired-meter violation fines. Key legislative items include a ballot proposal for the sale of the Lansing Shuffle…
Environmental Commission to discuss tree inventory and data center development
The Environmental Commission will convene to approve minutes from previous meetings and review progress on the Tree Inventory & Management Plan. The body will also discuss potential initiatives for 2026, including Arbor Day and 'No Mow May', and gather resident input on data center development.
Planning Commission to discuss zoning for data centers and party stores
The Ypsilanti Planning Commission will consider two zoning text amendments: one to establish regulations for data centers, and another to address party stores. The data center amendment aims to create standards for energy use, noise, and site design. The party store amendment is listed as new business. No other public…
Council to consider temporary moratorium on data center applications
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of the FYE 27-29 triennial budget and consider a resolution to temporarily halt acceptance of data center applications. The consent agenda includes multiple contract approvals, resolutions, and appointments. Notable items include water contract…
Council to vote on data center moratorium, oppose state zoning preemption
The Garden City Council will consider a resolution to impose a moratorium on data center applications, and another opposing state legislation that would preempt local zoning regulations. They will also call for public hearings on the FY 2026-2027 budget and tax levy, as well as water and sewer rates.
Public hearings on harm‑reduction zoning amendment and 15 S. Grove childcare area
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment to define harm‑reduction services and on a group childcare home play area at 15 S. Grove. The commission will also review updates to a zoning text amendment revising approved plans and a data‑center amendment from prior meetings. New business…