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U.S. cities adopt standardized zoning rules to manage data center growth amid concerns over energy, water, and infrastructure.
Municipalities across the U.S. are adopting model zoning ordinances to regulate the siting and operation of data centers, aiming to balance rapid tech growth with community concerns over energy use, water consumption, and infrastructure strain.
The model guidelines, developed by industry and planning experts, provide standardized frameworks for permitting, environmental review, and community engagement.
Early adopters include cities in Texas, Virginia, and Oregon, where data center expansion has sparked local debates.
The move reflects growing pressure to manage the environmental and social impacts of large-scale digital infrastructure.
Las ciudades de los Estados Unidos adoptan reglas estandarizadas de zonificación para administrar el crecimiento del centro de datos en medio de preocupaciones sobre energía, agua e infraestructura.