Data center siting and community protection act (HB 6391, MI)

Large data centers must obtain site certificates before any permit etc. can be granted by local government or construction /modification begun. Process for certification: application submitted and reviewed by expert; local government makes written findings of (1) no material adverse effects with respect to sound, light, heat, reduction in agricultural productivity or quality of life in residential areas and (2) project consistent with public health, safety, and welfare and no unacceptable impacts on residents, farmland, wetlands, local infrastructure, or emergency services; fee paid; ongoing monitoring agreement completed. Application to include: impacts on noise, agriculture, emergency services, heat, traffic and roads, farmland and wetlands. Public complaints procedure established. Only prempts less restrictive local requirements.