12 things to know about Clinton and data centers
QTS is in the early planning stages of a proposed data center development on the west side of Clinton, Iowa, although it has not purchased land. A city data center ordinance is advancing while the group Clintonians Against Data Centers has submitted a petition opposing the development.
QTS is considering a data center development on Clinton's west side and has released an artist rendering as part of its early planning efforts. No land has been purchased for the project, but the proposal has prompted discussions about zoning setbacks and the potential impacts of data center construction.
The Clinton City Council is advancing an ordinance governing data center development and has held special workshops on the measure. The group Clintonians Against Data Centers, represented by Jeff Chapman and other local residents, submitted a petition to the city opposing the proposal and has attended council discussions. QTS is seeking to address community concerns as the process continues.