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Data Center Signal is tracking 38 clips about MLP Ventures data center developments across 1 states, including PA.

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News ClipPhillyVoice·King of Prussia, Montgomery County, PA

Data center developers withdraw applications for King of Prussia project amid lawsuits over zoning dispute

MLP Ventures and developer Brian O'Neill withdrew applications for a five-building data center campus in King of Prussia after Upper Merion Township rejected the project and its zoning appeals faced jurisdictional challenges. The developers have sued the township over its updated data center regulations, while residents continue to oppose the project over energy, water, environmental, noise and property-value concerns.

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10/21/2026

News ClipThe Times Herald·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Data center applications withdrawn ahead of Upper Merion zoning meeting

MLP Ventures withdrew seven zoning applications for a proposed data center cluster totaling more than 4.6 million square feet in Upper Merion Township, prompting cancellation of a scheduled Zoning Hearing Board meeting. The township had opposed the applications, previously denied related land development plans, and is defending against litigation filed by the developer.

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10/20/2026

News ClipHoodline·West Conshohocken, Montgomery County, PA

West Conshohocken Data Center Proposal by Brian O'Neill

West Conshohocken is reviewing a conditional-use application from Innovation 411 Fee Owner, associated with developer Brian O’Neill’s MLP Ventures, for a data center and data warehouse campus on vacant industrial land. The proposal is scheduled for Planning Commission review and a Borough Council hearing, while O’Neill is also pursuing other regional projects, including one rejected by Upper Merion Township that led to a lawsuit.

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10/18/2026

News ClipMoreThanTheCurve·West Conshohocken, Montgomery County, PA

Developer Brian O'Neil seeking conditional use approval for data center in West Conshohocken

Innovation 411 Fee Owner, an entity associated with developer Brian O’Neill of MLP Ventures, has submitted a conditional use application for a data center in West Conshohocken. The proposed site on Front Street is near the Upper Merion Township border and was formerly used as a quarry, cement plant and municipal waste disposal site.

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10/16/2026

News Cliptimesherald.com·Plymouth Meeting, Montgomery County, PA

Data center comments dominate Plymouth Township zoning meeting

A Plymouth Township Zoning Hearing Board meeting was dominated by residents' attempts to comment on a proposed data center project, despite the item not being on the agenda. A previously scheduled hearing for zoning relief was canceled due to an "administrative oversight," fueling public frustration. Residents are actively opposing the project due to environmental, health, and nuisance concerns.

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9/25/2026

News Clipmainlinemedianews.com·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Upper Merion officials to send solicitor to data center zoning meeting

Upper Merion Township officials have authorized a solicitor to attend an upcoming zoning meeting to formally oppose variance requests for a proposed data center cluster by MLP Ventures. This action follows the supervisors' prior denial of five land development plans by developer Brian O’Neill, who subsequently sued the township and appealed the decision. Community members have vocally opposed the large-scale development due to environmental and other concerns.

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9/16/2026

News Clippottsmerc.com·Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, PA

Protestors take to Fayette Street ahead of Plymouth data center zoning hearing

Protesters gathered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, against a proposed 2-million-square-foot data center in nearby Plymouth Township, ahead of a crucial zoning hearing. Residents voice concerns about environmental impacts, electricity/water usage, and potential job displacement by AI. They are urging community members to attend the upcoming Plymouth Township Zoning Hearing Board meeting to request party status.

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9/13/2026

News ClipInquirer.com·King of Prussia, Montgomery County, PA

The 1960s blueprint for fighting against data centers

Residents in Upper Merion Township successfully opposed MLP Ventures' plans for five data centers in King of Prussia, leading the Board of Supervisors to reject the project despite the developer's claim of code compliance. The developer, Brian J. O’Neill, has vowed to appeal the decision, accusing the board of violating planning codes. This local battle reflects a broader national trend of communities and state governments, including governors in Texas and Pennsylvania, imposing limits on data center construction.

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8/28/2026

News Cliptimesherald.com·Plymouth, Montgomery County, PA

Plymouth Township data center next hearing site moved by zoning board

The Plymouth Township Zoning Hearing Board has rescheduled a hearing for a proposed 2-million-square-foot data center development by MLP Ventures, moving it to a smaller venue. This decision has caused frustration among community residents who are actively opposing the project. The developer, Brian O'Neill, is also involved in a separate data center project in Upper Merion Township, which was recently denied, leading him to file a lawsuit.

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8/18/2026

News Cliptimesherald.com·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Upper Merion supervisors deny data center land development plans

The Upper Merion Township Board of Supervisors unanimously denied five preliminary land development proposals from MLP Ventures for data centers in King of Prussia, amounting to 4.6 million square feet. This decision came after a contentious meeting and a lawsuit filed by the developer, Brian O’Neill, against the township. Residents strongly opposed the proposals, leading to their denial.

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8/14/2026

News Clip1:35NBC10 Philadelphia·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Upper Merion Board of Supervisors vote no on a new data center in Montgomery County

The Upper Merion Board of Supervisors denied a proposal for a large data center in Montgomery County, citing insufficient project details and community environmental concerns. The developer, MLP Ventures, has already filed a lawsuit seeking an extension for the application and plans to appeal the denial.

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8/14/2026

News Cliptimesherald.com·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Litigation halts Upper Merion planning commission data center opinion

A developer filed a lawsuit against Upper Merion Township officials, temporarily halting the planning commission's proceedings for a proposed 5-million-square-foot data center in King of Prussia. This legal action followed a recommendation from the Montgomery County Planning Commission to deny the application, amidst strong community opposition citing environmental and other concerns.

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8/14/2026

News Clip2:22FOX 29 Philadelphia·King of Prussia, Montgomery County, PA

Upper Merion leadership denies all 5 proposed data center sites

The Upper Merion Board of Supervisors denied preliminary land development plans for five proposed data center sites in King of Prussia, backed by MLP Ventures. Residents have actively opposed the project, citing concerns over pollution, energy use, and electricity rates. The developer plans to appeal the decision.

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8/14/2026

News Clip3:00FOX 29 Philadelphia·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Battle over possible data center site in Upper Merion

Residents of Upper Merion Township gathered to oppose a proposed data center campus from MLP Ventures. Despite a temporary injunction, the Upper Merion Board of Supervisors denied extensions and preliminary land development plans for the project. This decision came after significant community input and a legal challenge.

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8/14/2026

News Clip0:30wgaltv·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

Pennsylvania township sued over planned data center project

MLP Ventures has sued Upper Merion Township and its Planning Commission over a planned data center project, seeking an extension for the review of their application. The project involves building over 4 million sq ft of data centers across five locations in Upper Merion and West Conshohocken. A Montgomery County judge has issued an injunction related to the case.

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8/13/2026

News ClipNBC10 Philadelphia·Upper Merion, Montgomery County, PA

First of two meetings on Upper Merion data center plan to be held Wednesday

The Upper Merion Planning Commission is holding two final public meetings this week concerning a massive data center project proposed by MLP Ventures. The plan, which includes eight data centers covering 4.6 million square feet, faces significant opposition from residents concerned about noise, heat, and other environmental impacts. Over 8,000 people have signed a petition against the development.

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8/12/2026

News ClipThe Chestnut Hill Local·Montgomery County, PA

Developer doubles down on data center plans

Developer Brian O'Neill of MLP Ventures is pressing forward with plans for large data centers in Plymouth and Upper Merion Townships, Pennsylvania, despite significant community and local government opposition. He has initiated legal challenges against Plymouth Township's zoning ordinance, asserting his right to build. Residents and officials cite concerns over environmental impact, health, and quality of life, while O'Neill highlights the economic benefits of the projects.

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8/12/2026

News Clip0:24The Keystone·Montgomery County, PA

Developer defends PA data center proposals despite growing opposition

Developer Brian O'Neill of MLP Ventures is defending his proposed data center projects in Montgomery County, PA, amidst growing resident opposition. Residents are concerned about potential noise, light pollution, and impacts on utility bills.

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8/10/2026

News Clip3:036abc Philadelphia·King of Prussia, Montgomery County, PA

'It's right for the community': Developer defends data center proposals amid growing opposition

MLP Ventures, led by Brian O'Neill, is proposing two large data center projects in King of Prussia and Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. These proposals face significant community opposition due to concerns about noise, light pollution, water use, and utility costs. A zoning hearing for the projects is currently underway.

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8/7/2026

News Clip6abc Philadelphia·Montgomery County, PA

Developer Brian O'Neill defends Montgomery County data center proposals amid growing opposition

Developer Brian O'Neill of MLP Ventures is defending two proposed data center projects in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, against strong community and local government opposition. Residents are concerned about noise, light, water use, and utility costs, while Plymouth Township Council has unanimously opposed its project due to rejected safeguards. O'Neill maintains the projects are beneficial and plans to proceed, even suggesting legal action if needed.

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8/7/2026