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Maumee City Council to Vote on Data Center Moratorium
The proposed 12-month moratorium aims to allow the city to review regulations around data centers.
Published on Feb. 2, 2026
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Maumee City Council will vote on Monday on whether to approve a 12-month moratorium on the establishment or conversion of any data centers within the city. The purpose of the moratorium is to allow the city administration and council time to review applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations pertaining to data centers.
Why it matters
Data centers have become a controversial topic in the region, with concerns around their size, energy usage, environmental impact, and effects on land use and electrical costs. This moratorium would give Maumee officials time to thoroughly evaluate the implications of data centers before potentially allowing new development.
The details
The moratorium resolution, recommended by the city's law director, would temporarily prohibit the establishment of any new data centers or the conversion of other buildings into data centers. If passed, the moratorium would last for 12 months, during which time the city would review relevant codes and regulations.
- Maumee City Council is scheduled to vote on the proposed moratorium during its meeting at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026.
- Waterville and Waterville Townships have already passed data center moratoriums lasting 6 and 12 months, respectively.
The players
Maumee City Council
The governing body of the city of Maumee, Ohio, which will vote on the proposed data center moratorium.
Lucas County Board of County Commissioners
The county commissioners who have indicated they may need to consider a data center moratorium to evaluate the long-term impact of such facilities.
Oregon City Council
The city council of Oregon, Ohio, which is scheduled to discuss progress on a data center project during a meeting on the same day as the Maumee vote.
Pete Gerken
A Lucas County Commissioner who has stated the county may need to consider a data center moratorium.
Meta
The company operating a massive data center site in Wood County's Middleton Township, expected to be fully operational in 2027.
What they’re saying
“There are currently no data center development plans beyond the center planned for the city of Oregon, though some have speculated about the possibility of a data center near Fallen Timbers.”
— Lucas County Board of County Commissioners (wtol.com)
“In December, Lucas County Commissioner Pete Gerken told WTOL 11 the county may need to consider a data center moratorium to allow leaders to consider the long-term impact.”
— Pete Gerken, Lucas County Commissioner (wtol.com)
What’s next
Oregon City Council is scheduled to discuss progress on a data center project during a meeting on Monday, the same day as the Maumee City Council vote.
The takeaway
This proposed moratorium in Maumee reflects the growing regional debate around data centers and their potential impacts. By taking the time to thoroughly review relevant regulations, Maumee officials aim to make an informed decision on whether to allow new data center development in the city.
