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Data Center Signal is tracking 6 clips about DAMAC Digital data center developments across 1 states, including KS.

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News ClipJohnson County Post·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Latest push to halt data center proposals in southern JoCo wanes$

The Edgerton and Gardner City Councils in Johnson County, Kansas, recently denied proposed six-month moratoriums on data center development, despite significant community opposition. This decision follows the Edgerton Planning Commission's denial of an $860 million data center proposal from DAMAC Digital. Residents expressed disappointment, citing a lack of environmental answers and feeling unrepresented by their council members.

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6/16/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Edgerton becomes the second Johnson County city to deny a data center moratorium

The Edgerton City Council denied a proposed six-month moratorium on data center development, despite local resident concerns and initial council support. This decision follows a similar denial in Gardner and comes as Dubai-based DAMAC Digital's $860 million project faces review. Meanwhile, the issue is gaining traction in state politics, with several gubernatorial candidates advocating for a statewide moratorium.

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6/16/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Edgerton denies Logistics Park data center proposal, as city weighs broader moratorium$

The Edgerton Planning Commission denied DAMAC Digital's application for an $860 million data center, citing issues with fuel storage and land planning principles. This decision follows community concerns over environmental impacts and comes as the Edgerton City Council prepares to consider a six-month moratorium on data center applications.

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6/11/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·Gardner, Johnson County, KS

Gardner data center moratorium fizzles, Edgerton is next$

The Gardner City Council rejected a proposed six-month moratorium on data center applications, despite community and councilmember support. Meanwhile, the Edgerton City Council is set to consider its own moratorium on June 11, facing strong resident opposition to an existing data center application from DAMAC Digital. Both cities are grappling with how to regulate data center development amid concerns about water usage, noise, and environmental impact.

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6/2/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Edgerton pauses debate on new data center after plans failed in nearby JoCo cities

The Edgerton Planning Commission paused a debate on a new data center proposal from DAMAC Digital after approving the combination of three lots. The commission tabled the site plan discussion pending clarification on diesel generators and noise, a decision complicated by the land's existing zoning for industrial activity, which could open the city to a lawsuit if the project is denied.

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5/18/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Edgerton Planning Commission Tables Data Center Site Plan Amid Resident Opposition$

The Edgerton Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for DAMAC Digital's proposed data center but tabled the final site plan, requesting more information on diesel generators and noise levels. Residents largely oppose the project due to environmental concerns, but the city attorney states denial must be based on established code to avoid litigation. The site is already zoned for data centers, limiting the commission's ability to reject it.

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5/14/2026