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Data center zoning back on Lowell's agenda
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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Lowell city council plans to revisit zoning regulations for data centers, including the Markley Lowell facility, following a 360-day moratorium due to community concerns over expansion impacts like noise, buffers, and energy consumption. The moratorium and upcoming public engagement aim to update local planning rules to better protect residents.
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You need to prepare for tighter local rules on data center expansions in Lowell, affecting energy and noise limits that could stall projects. Now is the time to engage with city planners and adjust expansion plans accordingly.
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