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Lowell Township: Data Center Moratorium Under Consideration

Updated 2026-05-25  ·  0 primary sources linked  ·  All sides presented

Lowell Township: Data Center Moratorium Under Consideration

Lowell Township is considering a 6-month moratorium on data center permits. Microsoft (via Franklin Partners) had proposed a project at Covenant Business Park — currently on hold at the developer's request. The Board of Trustees held the first reading of a moratorium ordinance on April 20, 2026.

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Lowell Township: Data Center Moratorium Under Consideration

Lowell Township is considering a 6-month moratorium on data center permits. Microsoft (via Franklin Partners) had proposed a project at Covenant Business Park — currently on hold at the developer's request. The Board of Trustees held the first reading of a moratorium ordinance on April 20, 2026.