West Louisville residents speak out after planning commission allows data center to move forward
News ClipWAVE News·Louisville, Jefferson County, KY·3/14/2026
West Louisville residents are concerned about the construction of a new 525-megawatt data center in their neighborhood, citing environmental impacts, increased utility costs, and a lack of community input. The Louisville Metro Planning Commission has approved the project, and local officials feel limited in their ability to stop it.
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Gov: Louisville Metro Planning Commission
West Louisville residents are concerned about a new data center development planned for their neighborhood. The project, led by PowerHouse Data Centers and Poe Companies, will sit on over 150 acres and have a capacity of 525 megawatts, requiring LG&E to add new infrastructure. While the companies claim sustainability is a priority, residents and Metro Councilmember Donna Purvis worry about the environmental and economic impact, including increased utility bills and continued industrialization of the area. Despite their objections, the Louisville Metro Planning Commission has already approved the development plan, leaving little that can be done to stop it.