Plain City Pauses Data Center Zoning | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Plain City is taking a six-month pause on new data center zoning applications—not a ban, but a strategic timeout—to thoroughly examine how these facilities impact the community, including noise, distance from homes, and strain on the power grid. With data centers rapidly expanding and pushing energy demands, the village aims to avoid costly surprises by drafting thoughtful, research-backed regulations before any future votes. Though no applications have been received yet, officials are moving proactively to ensure any future development aligns with smart, sustainable growth. The council will…