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.
46 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 (7)
- Jackson, MI (5)
- Washtenaw County, MI (5)
- Charlevoix County, MI (4)
- Cass County, MI (4)
- Saginaw County, MI (3)
- Lansing, MI (3)
- Berkley, MI (2)
- Ferndale, MI (2)
- Garden City, MI (2)
- East Lansing, MI (2)
- Taylor, MI (2)
Latest matching meetings
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.
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…
Commission to consider final Tree Inventory & Management Plan and related actions
The Environmental Commission will review progress on the draft Tree Inventory & Management Plan, discuss supporting a letter for its recommendations, and consider upcoming Arbor Day proclamation and ‘No Mow May’ initiative. Additional topics include the Consumers Energy Renewable Energy Program, the Municipal Waste…
Council votes on resolution opposing state zoning preemption bills
The Woodhaven City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar payments and approve the appointment of William Parsons to the Downtown Development Authority. It will also adopt a resolution opposing several Michigan House Bills that would preempt local zoning authority. Additionally, the Council will approve an…
Council considers 13-story development and data center moratorium
The City Council will discuss a proposed 13-story mixed-use building at 530 Albert Avenue and a potential six-month moratorium on new data centers. The meeting also includes public hearings on sidewalk repairs and residential permit parking on Cowley Avenue.
Committee reviews $791,000 parking contract amendment and multiple city appointments
The Internal Operations Standing Committee will discuss status updates on several contracts, including a $791,000 increase to Contract No. 6007184-A1 for parking spaces for city employees. New business includes appointments of Carolyn Carter to the Board of Ethics and Donna Givens Davidson to the Detroit Land Bank…
City Council adopts emergency 60‑day moratorium on new data‑center permits
The Ypsilanti City Council will vote on Ordinance No. 1457, which imposes a 60‑day emergency moratorium on issuing new zoning permits for data centers and closes the related public hearing. The council will also consider consent‑agenda items such as purchasing two electric vehicles for $64,438, a $39,075 payment to…
Planning Commission to review Milton Township ordinance and amendment
The Cass County Planning Commission will meet to discuss a proposed initial ordinance and amendment for Milton Township. The commission will also review an upcoming data center event scheduled for March 26.
Planning Commission holds public hearings on multiple rezoning proposals
The Berkley City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the Capital Improvement Plan and a series of rezoning applications. Proposals include changing several Sunnyknoll Avenue and Franklin Road parcels from R-1AB to R-1CD residential districts, converting rear portions of two Eleven Mile Road properties to…
Planning Commission to consider taller accessory pole barn at 300 Marylynn Court
The Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to approve a larger, taller detached pole barn (2,960 sq ft, 19.5 ft height) at 300 Marylynn Court, which exceeds the accessory‑building size and height limits. The agenda also includes consideration of Ordinance Amendment No. 25/26‑2 to create a temporary…
Planning Commission to discuss data center zoning and parking regulations
The Charlevoix Planning Commission will review an annual report and address zoning ordinance changes regarding data centers and off-street parking. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers.
Board to consider funding for Sheriff's K9 unit and data center regulation
The Cass County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative updates and new business. Key items include a proposal to allocate opioid settlement funds and a discussion on data center regulation.
Commission to consider printing, marketing and distribution of the Master Plan
The Cass County Planning Commission will conduct routine business including officer selection, agenda approval, and approval of the December 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It will also discuss the printing, marketing and distribution of the Cass County Master Plan and consider matters related to data centers.
Council to advise against new Arbor Hills landfill expansion
The Washtenaw County Environmental Council will consider a resolution advising the County Board of Commissioners not to approve a proposed expansion or creation of a new landfill at the Arbor Hills Landfill in Salem Township. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Salem Township AI Data Center, a finance and…
City Council to consider a bond authorizing ordinance for city projects
The Inkster City Council will discuss several new business items, including a Bond Authorizing Ordinance and Notice of Intent Resolution. Council members will also consider an exclusive negotiation period with Concord Infrastructure Partners for a proposed data center, a request to purchase two‑faced ghost billboards…
Taylor City Council considers moratorium on data centers
The City Council will discuss a one-year moratorium on applications and permits for data centers. The body is also deciding on several city vehicle purchases and various board appointments.
Taylor City Council considers moratorium on data centers
The City Council will discuss a temporary moratorium on applications and permits for data centers and similar storage facilities. The body is also deciding on several city contracts, board appointments, and the sale of a city parcel.