Charlestown approves $105 million data center despite heavy opposition

Charlestown approves $105 million data center despite heavy opposition

News ClipInside INdiana Business·Charlestown, Clark County, IN·7/22/2026

The Charlestown City Council narrowly approved a $105 million data center project by Qlever LLC, despite significant community opposition. The 4-3 vote paves the way for the Tampa, Florida-based developer to build the facility, which is projected to create up to 20 full-time jobs.

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The Charlestown City Council in Indiana has approved a $105 million data center project proposed by Tampa, Florida-based developer Qlever LLC, despite considerable public opposition. The approval came after a narrow 4-3 vote by the council.

The project is expected to bring up to 20 full-time jobs to the southern Indiana city. Residents had expressed significant concerns regarding potential impacts, including noise, environmental effects, increased traffic, and effects on local property values.