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Southport Pauses Data Center Plans | Wilmington News
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- Jul 17, 2026
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Summary
Southport’s Planning Board is calling for a 15-month pause on new data center construction to lay the groundwork for smart, protective zoning rules—before any developers even arrive. This isn’t a ban, but a proactive move to safeguard water resources by mandating closed-loop systems that won’t tap into local aquifers or wells. Other North Carolina towns like Shallotte and Boiling Spring Lakes are following suit, showing a statewide trend toward responsible planning. With no current applications in Southport, this is purely preventative—and now it’s up to the Board of Aldermen to decide if they’ll act. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/983b24891732baab