Pennsylvania Now Requires Local Approval For Data Centers
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order mandating that data center developers must obtain local municipal approval before the state allows projects to proceed. This new requirement imposes additional hurdles for data center construction across the state. It signals a shift towards giving local entities more control over data center development.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has signed an executive order that introduces new requirements for data center developers operating within the state. The order mandates that all proposed data center projects must first secure approval from local municipalities before they can receive state clearance to advance. This move aims to empower local governments with greater oversight and control over the siting and development of data center facilities. The order imposes additional regulatory hurdles for developers looking to build in Pennsylvania.