Raleigh Considers Data Center Pause | Durham News

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Raleigh’s city attorney is pushing for a six-month pause on new data centers, following similar moves in Durham, Greensboro, and Charlotte — making Raleigh the largest North Carolina city without such a hold. Residents are voicing concerns over land, electricity, and water usage by these massive facilities. The pause isn’t a ban — it’s a strategic timeout to study the impact and improve oversight, while smaller “edge” centers remain exempt. City leaders aim to keep the public informed and avoid surprises as proposals come up for review.

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