Data centers in Minnesota local government
What Minnesota 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.
71 Minnesota meetings since 2024 covered data centers. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Minnesota with the most data centers activity
- Faribault County, MN (12)
- Monticello, MN (8)
- Eagan, MN (6)
- Carlton County, MN (4)
- Nicollet County, MN (3)
- Empire, MN (3)
- Alexandria, MN (3)
- St. Joseph, MN (3)
- Waite Park, MN (3)
- Hermantown, MN (2)
- Pine City, MN (2)
- Rosemount, MN (2)
Latest matching meetings
Commission to hold public hearing on driveway construction in shore impact zone
The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Warren Krohn to construct a driveway in a shore impact zone. The commission will also discuss a data center moratorium.
City Council to discuss AUAR and data center water
The City Council will hold a work session to review an AUAR presentation and data center water overview. The session will conclude with a recess until August 3, 2026.
Environmental Commission to discuss data center standards and board merger
The Faribault County Environmental Commission will meet to discuss data center development standards and the potential merger of the Tree Board and the Environmental Commission. The meeting will also include routine business updates.
City Council to hold public hearing on parking restriction amendments
The North Mankato City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend City Code Section 71.05 regarding parking restrictions. The council will also discuss a potential moratorium on data centers and review engagement results for Belgrade light pole medallions.
Discussion of Data Center Performance Standards
The Faribault County Planning Commission will hold a work session on July 20, 2026. Commissioners will discuss data center performance standards. The agenda also includes routine business and future discussion items.
City Council to consider cannabis zoning amendment and data center overview
The City Council will review a zoning amendment regarding cannabis and an overview of a data center. The body is also considering agreements for field advertising and a special event permit for the Ragnar Relay.
Public hearing on proposed moratorium for data center permits
The board will hold a public hearing at 9:30 a.m. on an interim ordinance to establish a moratorium on permitting data centers in Nicollet County. Commissioners will also consider an amendment to the resolution setting 2026 committee assignments and per diem-eligible meetings. The consent agenda includes approval of…
Isanti County committee discusses highway plan and data centers
The Committee of the Whole will review a highway department communication plan and discuss data centers. The meeting also includes an update on a regional jail meeting and miscellaneous business.
City Council to discuss cannabis regulations and data center standards
The City Council will consider amendments to cannabis and hemp business regulations and the development of performance standards for data centers. The body is also reviewing a variance and developer's agreement for Randy's Foods at 1910 5th St NW.
Commissioners to decide on $46K transfer station feasibility study
The board will vote on a $46,000 feasibility study for rebuilding the existing transfer station, and consider a $10,000 funding request for a State of the County event. Also on the agenda are a rezoning, three conditional use permits, a public hearing for a data center study, and several contract awards including…
Clear Lake Apartments concept plan review
The Planning Commission will review a concept plan for the Clear Lake Apartments (multi-family) and discuss potential zoning code amendments for data centers. The consent agenda includes approval of June 24 meeting minutes. Public comments will be heard during open forum.
Committee reviews downtown noise limits and data center policies
The St. Paul Policy Committee will discuss two items: proposed updates to downtown noise ordinances and the city's approach to data center development. These agenda items are scheduled for discussion rather than immediate voting. Staff will present background materials and the committee will determine next steps for…
County board to consider debt management policy and finance plan
The Watonwan County Board will discuss accepting a donation for Perch Creek WMA, a debt management policy and finance plan, a ditch repair quote, a data center proposal, electrical work for the Taco Stand, and a weed control ordinance for wild parsnip. A building committee meeting is also scheduled. Miscellaneous…
County to discuss data center project and adopt IT security policies
The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will discuss a data center proposal with the Land Stewards, consider approving an Information Security Risk Management Policy and a Technology Acceptable Use Policy, and review a request to adopt GFOA best practices budgeting. The board will also receive updates on economic…
City Council to discuss Economic Development Strategic Plan and tax‑exempt financing
The council will review the Economic Development Strategic Plan and consider tax‑exempt financing for the Lyngblomsten project. Members will also discuss data‑center development in commercial and industrial districts, franchise agreements, and a board appointment. Additional items include outside committee reports, a…
Planning Commission to hold three public hearings on rezoning and land use
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding one rezoning request and two conditional/interim use requests. The body will also discuss data centers under old business.
Empire council discusses data center moratorium and meeting date change
The Empire City Council will consider a proposed moratorium on data center permitting and set a new date for its August meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, bills, and a letter of support for a Farmington fire department grant.
City Council to consider data center moratorium and 2026 fee schedule
The City Council will hold public hearings on liquor licenses and vote on several ordinances, including a moratorium on data centers. The body will also review infrastructure bids and a conditional use request for Creative Environments Landscaping.
Pine City Planning Commission discusses data centers, shoreland zoning, and nuisance codes
The Pine City Planning Commission will review updates to the 13.88 Shoreland Zoning Ordinance, the 8.20 Nuisance Ordinance, and draft language for a Data Center Conditional Use Permit. The body will also discuss the Comprehensive Plan and manufactured home regulations.
Moratorium on data center permits to be considered at public hearing
The Board will consider setting a public hearing date for a proposed interim ordinance that would establish a moratorium on issuing permits for data centers in Nicollet County. Other agenda items include approval of consent agenda items such as bills, minutes, and a renewal agreement with Prosecutor by Karpel, as well…
Commission discusses water plant, battery storage zoning, and data center concerns
The Glenville Environmental Conservation Commission will hold a briefing on the town water treatment plant and distribution system. It will receive status updates on battery energy storage system zoning recommendations and discuss potential zoning concerns for data centers. Additional updates will be provided by the…
Environmental Committee to discuss Heritage Days recap and updates
The Faribault County Environmental Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 Faribault Heritage Days recap and receive routine updates on grants and data center projects. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes or ordinances scheduled.
Port Authority to discuss next-gen data centers
The Rosemount Port Authority will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes from April 2026 and discuss next-generation data centers. The agenda includes a report from the Executive Director regarding project updates.
Council to consider data center moratorium and street projects
The council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 801, a proposed data center moratorium. New business includes ordering feasibility studies for street improvement projects on Labore Road and Project 2027-01, authorizing a stormwater asset inventory agreement with Sambatek, and considering rescinding a fire…
County board to form data center moratorium workgroup
The Wright County Board will discuss forming a workgroup to study a potential moratorium on data centers. They will also receive updates on the Household Hazardous Waste Facility construction and the EDP/EDA. Other items include an online building permit system update, the Rockford Township Land Use Project, and a…
City Council to consider data center moratorium and water tower bonds
The City Council will discuss a zoning interim moratorium on data centers and a text amendment regarding signs. The body is also deciding on the issuance of 2026A General Obligation Water Revenue Bonds for an ALP Water Tower Project.
Planning Commission to consider Minnesota Power substation expansion permit
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for Jessica Svacina, a rezoning for Ryan Haluptzok, and a conditional use permit for Pasture Holdings LLC and Sonadores Holdings LLC. It will also consider a new business item: an Essential Services Permit from Minnesota Power for the…
Planning Commission continues data center standards discussion
The Faribault County Planning Commission is holding a work session to continue discussion on potential performance and specific use standards for data centers. No decisions are expected; the meeting is for discussion only.
Planning Commission to discuss manufactured home ordinance change
The Pine City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rear yard setback variance at 325 3rd St. SE, then discuss a potential new ordinance allowing manufactured homes following a council directive. They will also discuss data centers, update nuisance codes, and review shoreland ordinance changes.
County to consider moratorium on new data center permits
The Le Sueur County Board will review and approve the consent agenda, including May 19 board minutes, an electronic funds transfer report, and tobacco license renewals for 2026‑2027. Department heads will present updates on highway projects, the Green Giant water‑sewage project, and the 2026 ditch mowing and spraying…
Planning Commission to hold hearings on data center moratorium and sign rules
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a zoning text amendment for signs and an interim moratorium on data centers. The body will also review a planned unit development, subdivision, and conditional use request for Shady Oaks at AGC.
Board will vote on an emergency moratorium for new data centers in Wright County.
The Wright County Board will consider adopting Interim Ordinance 26-2, which would create an emergency moratorium on data center development. The meeting also includes authorizing signatures for a Minnesota Department of Transportation contract and awarding a reconstruction contract for County State‑Aid Highway 18…
Public hearing on 39.5-acre gravel mine interim use permit in Keene Township
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Westlund Excavating's request for an interim use permit for a 39.5-acre gravel mine on Parcel ID 17.031.0100 in Keene Township. The commission will also receive an introduction to data centers as new business. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a…
Planning Commission discusses data center standards
The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss data center standards and review the 2026 work plan. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.
City Council discusses moratoriums on data centers and apartments
The St. Joseph City Council is holding a work session to discuss implementing temporary bans (moratoriums) on new data centers and new apartment complexes. No final decisions will be made at this session; it is for discussion only.
Board to discuss potential moratorium on scenic byway development
The Winona County Board will consider several consent items including two conditional use permits and a professional services agreement. In general business, they will discuss a potential moratorium on development along scenic byways. The board will also discuss replacing the Minnesota state flag with a new design and…
Planning Commission discusses new rural small-lot zoning district
The Planning Commission will continue discussion on the proposed RR-1.5 Rural Residential Small Lot Zoning Ordinance, aiming to finalize a draft for a public hearing in June. The ordinance would allow smaller 1.5-acre lots in limited areas with municipal water but no sewer. Commissioners will also receive a follow-up…
Council to consider interim use permit for IronGate Data Center
The City Council will discuss an interim use permit for outdoor storage at a data center and hold a public hearing regarding a utility easement. The body is also reviewing a public engagement plan for the 2050 Comprehensive Plan and various liquor licenses.
Council proposes 12-month moratorium on data center permits
The Waite Park City Council will consider an interim ordinance imposing a 12-month moratorium on issuing permits for potential data center uses in the I-1 Light Industrial, I-2 Sundial Corridor, and I-3 28th Avenue Corridor districts. The moratorium is intended to allow time to study and update ordinances regarding…
Council considers moratorium on data center uses
The Waite Park City Council will consider enacting a moratorium on uses associated with data centers, effectively pausing new data center developments. They will also discuss a new phone system, appointment of volunteer police reserve officers, and modifications to employee work schedules for summer. Several consent…