Keller approves settlement over Westlake data center - what it means for the project

News Clip0:36WFAA·Westlake, Tarrant County, TX·11/6/2026

Keller reached a $1.8 million settlement related to the controversial data center proposed in neighboring Westlake. The project can still proceed, while the agreement funds noise monitoring, environmental efforts, public services and Keller Fire Rescue, and gives the city authority to enforce landscaping and operational requirements.

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The city of Keller secured a $1.8 million settlement concerning a proposed data center in neighboring Westlake. City leaders said the agreement will not prevent construction of the project but will provide protections for nearby homeowners.

Settlement funds will support noise monitoring, environmental initiatives, public services and Keller Fire Rescue. The agreement also allows Keller to enforce certain landscaping and operational requirements associated with the project.