Denton moves toward data center moratorium; City Council weighs stricter development rules
Denton City Council voted to pursue a temporary data center moratorium alongside permanent development code changes, setting public hearings for September.

The Denton City Council has voted to pursue a two-track approach to local data center regulation. The official decision advances both a temporary moratorium and permanent development code changes to allow for public input and review.[1][2]
In addition to considering temporary restrictions, city leaders are weighing stricter development rules for data centers. Separate public hearings on each of the two proposals are scheduled to begin in September.[1][2]


