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Virginia Beach is poised to halt new big data centers for a year as City Council prepares to vote on a 12-month moratorium, sparked by concerns over their massive energy use, cooling demands, and impact on neighborhoods — with Mayor Bobby Dyer calling them “not the best neighbors.” As cities nationwide race to host these tech powerhouses, Virginia Beach seeks time to craft clear zoning rules, since no industry standards exist. The vote Tuesday could set the stage for balancing innovation with community well-being.

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