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Data Center Signal is tracking 12 clips about DAMAC Digital data center developments across 2 states, including KS, OH.

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government92%

environmental83%

zoning83%

moratorium58%

water50%

electricity42%

legal25%

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News ClipKCUR·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

Edgerton approves data center over planning commission’s rejection and residents’ objections

The Edgerton City Council unanimously approved an $860 million data center project by DAMAC Digital, overriding the planning commission's denial. This decision has caused some residents to lose trust in their elected officials, especially after the council also rejected a proposed six-month moratorium on data centers. The project still requires final plat approval from the planning commission and city council.

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7/25/2026

News ClipKansas City Star·Edgerton, Johnson County, KS

As Edgerton overturns its denial for data center project, a community fights against it

The Edgerton City Council overturned the Planning Commission's denial of DAMAC Digital's data center site plan, despite ongoing community opposition. Residents, led by a nonprofit, are continuing to fight the project, including plans to hire an attorney. The council's approval moves the project forward, with final plat review scheduled for August.

zoning opposition legal government moratorium

7/20/2026

News ClipNews-Talk 1480 WHBC·Canton, Stark County, OH

Canton, Developer Explain Data Center Plan

A public forum was held in Canton, Ohio, to discuss plans for a data center proposed by Dubai-based DAMAC Digital. City officials, including Mayor Bill Sherer, addressed water usage concerns by explaining the proposed closed-loop cooling system and highlighted the project's potential revenue benefits for the city.

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7/15/2026

News ClipCanton Repository·Canton, Stark County, OH

Dubai-based DAMAC Digital plans community forum on data center in southeast Canton

DAMAC Digital is hosting a community forum on July 14 in southeast Canton, Ohio, to present details and gather feedback on its planned data center. This comes as the Canton City Council prepares to vote on updated zoning laws for data centers on July 27, amidst significant community opposition regarding environmental impacts and resource usage.

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7/10/2026

News ClipCanton Repository·Canton, Stark County, OH

DAMAC Digital plans community forum on data center in southeast Canton

DAMAC Digital is hosting a community forum in Canton, Ohio, on July 14 to detail plans for its new data center in southeast Canton. The company, in partnership with the city, will present layouts and collect community feedback, emphasizing responsible development and environmental considerations. Canton officials and the Stark Economic Development Board express support for the project.

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7/10/2026

News ClipJohnson County Post·De Soto, Johnson County, KS

De Soto’s approved data center project doubles in size from initial designs$

Beale Infrastructure's data center project in De Soto, Kansas, has doubled in size after approval from the Planning Commission, sparking significant resident opposition. The expansion affects a payment in lieu of taxes agreement and raises concerns about water and energy usage. Another developer, Digital Realty, is also eyeing the area, while other data center applications in the county have been withdrawn or denied, and moratoriums rejected.

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Digital Realty

7/7/2026

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.

moratorium opposition zoning government environmental

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.

moratorium opposition zoning government environmental

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