Temporary moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage systems
Portage
Description
The city adopted a temporary moratorium ordinance blocking data center and battery storage applications while it studies regulations, with a zoning amendment hearing set for March 24.
Impact summary
No data center or battery storage applications will be processed during the study period, giving the city time to write safety and environmental rules.
Applicant
- Name
- City of Portage
At a glance
- Hearings
- 1
- Public comments
- 4
- Total mentions
- 1
Last vote · City Council
Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.
Meeting timeline (1)
Related issues (1)
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