Philly suburb: Sure, build that data center—but first meet our 43 demands
Summary
A developer wants to build a large data center in Plymouth Township, Pennsylvania, but the township has set 43 detailed requirements to address health, safety, and environmental concerns. The developer says these rules are too strict and is legally challenging them, while the township stands firm, saying it wants the project to benefit the community without harming residents.Key Facts
- The proposed data center would be 2 million square feet and built on a former steel plant site.
- Plymouth Township cannot outright refuse lawful projects but can enforce safety and zoning rules.
- The township created a 43-point plan covering noise, water use, pollution, and other concerns.
- The developer initially agreed to meet township requirements but now says they are too burdensome.
- Township officials accuse the developer of intimidation and bad faith in the negotiation process.
- Requirements include noise studies before and after construction, and limits on vibrations that disturb neighbors.
- Cooling systems must recycle coolant in a closed loop and avoid harming local water sources like the Schuylkill River.
- The township aims to make sure the data center provides local jobs and pays for infrastructure costs like water and power upgrades.
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