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San Antonio city council leans toward data center regulation, but a moratorium seems less likely
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Garrett Brnger, Adam B. Higgins , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 26, 2026
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Key points City staff has weighed in on possible solutions, recommending one approach over another. Concerns about data centers are growing, with issues including power and water use.
Concerns about data centers are growing, with issues including power and water use. City staff has weighed in on possible solutions, recommending one approach over another. A temporary halt to new projects is one option, but it has limitations.
This type of pause can only be in place for a short time and would not affect projects that are already underway. It would also take several months to implement.
Further details about the discussion and recommendations are available, including the potential for regulation through existing city codes.
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Category: government Published: August 26, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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