Data center developer goes back to the drawing board for the sixth time

Data center developer goes back to the drawing board for the sixth time

News ClipCrain's Detroit·Lyon, Oakland County, MI·10/21/2026

Verrus is revising its proposed 1.8 million-square-foot data center project in Lyon Township for the sixth time. The development has faced strong public opposition and reluctance from township officials during a year-long review process.

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Gov: Lyon Township

Verrus is returning to the drawing board for its proposed 1.8 million-square-foot data center in Lyon Township, Michigan, marking the sixth revision to the project. The development has been under review for about a year.

The project has encountered substantial public pushback, while Lyon Township has also shown reluctance during the review process. The available report does not indicate that the project has been approved or rejected.