Data center targeted for Anthropic hits a big snag over a small piece of land
A proposed data center project in Lyon Township, Michigan, intended for Anthropic, has encountered a major setback. The Lyon Township Board of Trustees unanimously denied an easement for a stormwater project, effectively halting the development. This decision comes as the board faces a citizen-led recall effort.
A data center project planned for Lyon Township, Michigan, targeting California-based AI company Anthropic as its user, has been effectively stopped. The Lyon Township Board of Trustees unanimously voted earlier this month to deny an easement necessary for a stormwater project, a critical component for the massive data center's development.
The decision by the board prevents developers from moving forward with the project. This vote occurred amidst a citizen-led recall effort against the Board of Trustees, suggesting potential public pressure influencing the outcome. John Rakolta III, president and CAO of Walbridge, was associated with the 'Project Flex data center site' in Lyon Township, indicating Walbridge's involvement in the development.