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Data Center Signal is tracking 23 clips about Starwood Capital Group data center developments across 1 states, including VA.

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News ClipAnnandale Today·Fairfax County, VA

Fairfax County Planning Commission Postpones Substation Hearing for Edsall Data Center

The Fairfax County Planning Commission has postponed a hearing on a substation for the Edsall Data Center until December 2nd, a move criticized by opponents as a stall tactic. This substation is crucial for the data center being developed by Starwood Capital Group. Community members and elected officials continue to vocalize their strong opposition to the project.

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9/1/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Fairfax County civic group votes to oppose Plaza 500 data center, substation

The Fairfax County Federation of Citizens Associations voted to oppose the proposed Plaza 500 data center campus and an associated electrical substation in Lincolnia, citing proximity to residences, environmental concerns, and industrial appearance. While the data center is allowed by right, the substation faces an upcoming public facilities review by the Fairfax County Planning Commission. Multiple elected officials have also voiced opposition to the project and its related infrastructure.

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8/31/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

N. Va. political leaders scramble to meet evolving public sentiment on data centers

Northern Virginia political leaders are navigating increasing public concern over data center development, balancing economic benefits with quality-of-life impacts. Fairfax County adopted stricter zoning rules, but an ongoing project in Lincolnia by Starwood Capital Group faces opposition, including from Alexandria City leaders, due to a proposed Dominion Energy substation. Leaders from Loudoun, Arlington, and Alexandria also discussed regional strategies and lessons learned regarding data center proliferation.

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8/28/2026

News ClipALXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Residents pack Beatley Library forum on Plaza 500 data center plans near Alexandria

Residents from eight ZIP codes gathered at a community forum to express concerns over the proposed Plaza 500 data center in Lincolnia, Fairfax County, citing potential environmental and socioeconomic impacts. The project, developed by Starwood Capital Group, faces significant community and political opposition, particularly regarding the approval of a necessary substation. A critical public facilities review for the substation is scheduled for September 24 by the Fairfax County Planning Commission.

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8/19/2026

News Clippatch.com·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

More Than 1,300 Sign Letter Asking Governor To Oppose Plaza 500 Substation: Community Group

A coalition of residents in Fairfax County, VA, has gathered over 1,300 signatures on a letter urging Governor Abigail Spanberger to oppose a proposed data center and substation project by Dominion Energy and Starwood Capital near residential properties. The Fairfax County Planning Commission is scheduled to vote on the substation application on September 24, following years of local opposition and concerns about the project's impact.

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8/11/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Mason District supervisor asks Planning Commission to reject data center substation

Fairfax County Supervisor Andres Jimenez is opposing a proposed Dominion Energy electrical substation in Lincolnia, intended to power planned data centers by Starwood Capital Group. Residents and other officials share concerns over environmental, visual, noise, and lighting impacts, with the Fairfax County Planning Commission set to review the substation proposal.

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8/7/2026

News ClipAnnandale Today·Fairfax County, VA

Jimenez urges Planning Commission to reject substation

Mason District Supervisor Andres Jimenez is urging the Fairfax County Planning Commission to deny a substation application for a data center at the Plaza 500 site in Bren Mar Park, citing strong community opposition due to environmental, visual, and noise impacts. The application, proposed by Dominion Energy, faces a crucial hearing with widespread calls for its rejection from local residents and elected officials, including the Alexandria City Council and Rep. Don Beyer.

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8/7/2026

News ClipFairfax County Times·Fairfax County, VA

Residents rally against data center substation

Fairfax County residents are actively opposing the proposed Edsall Data Center Substation, citing proximity to residential areas, environmental concerns, and a lack of public input. Congressman Don Beyer has requested the Planning Commission deny the application. The Mason District Land Use Committee and Planning Commission have upcoming votes on the substation application.

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8/7/2026

News ClipALXnow·Fairfax County, VA

Mayor, Alexandria City Council ask Fairfax County to reject substation tied to data center

Alexandria City Council and local residents are urging Fairfax County to reject a proposed electrical substation for a Starwood Capital Group data center project in Lincolnia, citing environmental, noise, and quality of life concerns. The substation's permit application is pending a public facilities review by the Fairfax County Planning Commission on September 24. This action is supported by community groups and a US Congressman.

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8/5/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Pressure grows on Fairfax County to deny substation for data center in Lincolnia

Residents and a local coalition in Lincolnia, Fairfax County, are actively opposing a proposed Dominion Energy substation intended to power a data center project by Starwood Capital Group. Despite the data center development being "by right" zoning, the substation requires approval from the Fairfax County Planning Commission, where a decision is pending. Community members and Rep. Don Beyer are urging the commission to deny the substation due to concerns over environmental impact, quality of life, and property values near residential areas.

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8/4/2026

News Clipthecooldown.com·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Virginia data center planned less than 100 feet from homes sparks protest, legal push

A proposed two-building data center campus by Starwood Capital Group in Lincolnia, Fairfax County, Virginia, faces strong opposition from local residents due to its close proximity to homes and concerns regarding a new electrical substation. The project is currently undergoing county review, with residents organizing protests and exploring legal options. Local government bodies, including Alexandria City and Fairfax County, are involved in addressing community concerns.

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7/31/2026

News ClipNBC4 Washington·Fairfax County, VA

Residents grill Dominion Energy over Fairfax County data center proposal

Residents in Fairfax County, Virginia, are strongly opposing a proposed data center development by Starwood Capital Group, which includes a Dominion Energy substation, citing concerns about noise, water usage, and electricity costs. The project, which may be allowed under existing zoning, still requires approval from the Fairfax County Planning Commission.

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7/29/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Fairfax County Data Center Project Sparks Community Concern

Residents and officials are concerned about a data center project by Starwood Capital Group at the Plaza 500 site in Lincolnia, Fairfax County. Although the project was permitted by right, residents plan to protest ahead of a September 24 public hearing regarding an electrical substation needed to power the facility.

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7/28/2026

News ClipALXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Alexandria officials and residents push back against planned data center near city limits

Officials and residents in Alexandria and Fairfax County, Virginia, are actively opposing a proposed data center campus and its associated electrical substation by Starwood Capital Group. Concerns about environmental impact, health, safety, and quality of life have led to planned protests and calls for legal action, even though the project's zoning is currently

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7/27/2026

News ClipThe Real Deal·Alexandria, Fairfax County, VA

Starwood Files Data Center Plan as Virginia Residents Revolt

Starwood Capital Group filed a permit application for a two-building data center project at Plaza 500 near the Alexandria town line in Virginia. Residents are strongly opposing a proposed substation for the project, which is located less than 100 feet from homes in the Bren Mar neighborhood. A protest rally is planned for September when the planning commission reviews the proposal.

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7/22/2026

News ClipNorthern Virginia Magazine·Alexandria, Fairfax County, VA

Developer Files Plans for Data Center Near Alexandria

Starwood Capital Group has filed permit applications for the first building of its Plaza 500 data center project in Fairfax County, near Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is awaiting approval for a substation, which is generating opposition from local residents due to its proximity to homes and concerns about the development process. Residents plan to rally against the permit when it goes before the planning commission in September.

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7/22/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Lincolnia, Fairfax County, VA

Starwood Capital Group Files Plans for Lincolnia Data Center in Fairfax County

Starwood Capital Group has filed a permit application and plans for the first building of its "Plaza 500" data center development in Lincolnia, Fairfax County. The company is awaiting approval for an electric substation needed for the controversial project.

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7/22/2026

News ClipNorthern Virginia Magazine·Chantilly, Fairfax County, VA

Fairfax County Approves Chantilly Land Sale to Data Center Developer

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the $166.8 million sale of 41.7 acres of police training facility land in Chantilly to data center developer SCG Global Holdings. While the land sale is approved, the data center project still requires a standard zoning review process. Community members raised concerns about energy and water consumption, environmental impact, and noise.

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3/20/2026

News ClipFFXnow·Chantilly, Fairfax County, VA

Fairfax County OKs Chantilly land sale to data center builder, as some cry foul

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved the sale of 41.7 acres of county-owned land in Chantilly to Starwood Capital Group for data center development, despite significant environmental and transparency concerns raised by residents and advocacy groups. The $166.8 million sale aims to fund the modernization of police training facilities, but the property still requires future zoning approvals for data center use. The decision has sparked criticism from environmental groups concerned about industrialization and the cumulative health effects of data center emissions.

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3/19/2026

News ClipAnnandale Today·Chantilly, Fairfax County, VA

Board approves land sale for a data center

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the controversial sale of 41.7 acres of county land in Chantilly to Starwood Capital Group for $166.8 million for a data center, despite strong community opposition. Residents and environmental groups raised concerns about a lack of transparency, a discounted sale price, and potential health and environmental impacts from the data center's electricity infrastructure.

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3/18/2026