Lakeland Pauses Data Center Boom

Lakeland, Florida, is weighing a 12-month pause on new data center projects amid growing concerns over unchecked growth, following a proposed 600,000-square-foot facility. This decision aligns with new state law SB 484, signed by Governor DeSantis, empowering local governments to regulate data centers while protecting utility customers through transparency and environmental standards. Nassau County recently followed suit, citing the need to update zoning codes. With over 3,000 active data centers nationwide — and 38% of Americans living within five miles of one — the South is leading the charge in expansion. Lakeland’s public hearings on July 6 and 20 will shape the final vote on this critical moratorium. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9cfb648478c58d90