Data Center Backlash
DeKalb County & statewide, Georgia

Metro Atlanta moratoriums

Moratorium
Various developers — Georgia Power rate impacts loom over the debate

DeKalb County commissioners extended their data center moratorium through March 30, 2027 while writing setback, noise, water, and energy rules (Decaturish). Athens-Clarke County denied a project and weighed its own pause; Glynn County rejected a moratorium despite pushback. Community groups voiced anger after the 2026 legislative session ended without action on data center bills.

Last reviewed October 23, 2026. Something out of date or wrong? Send a correction, anonymously if you like.

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