Prohibition of data centers as a land use
Summary
Riverside is deciding whether to ban data centers outright, starting with a 90-day emergency moratorium heading to the city council. Supporters worry about the strained power grid, water use, air quality, and minimal jobs; opponents say a ban is premature without an actual project on the table and could cost the city investment.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Data centers promise big private investment but few permanent jobs, and tax incentives could reduce city revenue while straining the electric grid.
Residents concerned about air quality, water supply, and power reliability would be protected if the ban advances.
Data center developers and supporters of tech investment would be excluded from Riverside's market.
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