Faribault council seeks more data center information after court ruling

Faribault council seeks more data center information after court ruling

News Clipsouthernminn.com·Faribault, Rice County, MN·7/11/2026

The Minnesota Court of Appeals identified deficiencies in the environmental study for a proposed data center in Faribault. Consequently, the Faribault City Council has requested more detailed information regarding the project. This decision impacts the ongoing development process for the data center.

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Gov: Faribault City Council, Minnesota Court of Appeals

The Minnesota Court of Appeals recently issued a ruling citing deficiencies in the environmental study submitted for a proposed data center project in Faribault. Following this judicial decision, the Faribault City Council requested additional information from the project's proponents, setting a deadline for its submission. This action by the council reflects the impact of the court's finding on the project's progression.