Indianapolis data centers, explained
Companies want to build data centers in Indianapolis. We’re keeping watch.
Credit: Martin Clinch
Data centers are a hot topic in Indianapolis.
Developers are trying to build data centers in the Martindale Brightwood neighborhood and Decatur Township. Previous proposals in Pike Township and Franklin Township were withdrawn after public outcry.
Many residents are opposed to data centers in their neighborhoods, citing concerns that include people’s health, the environment and the price of water and electric service.
What’s a data center, and why are we building so many?
4 projects have been proposed in Indy alone. But what do these things even do?
Why data centers are coming to Indianapolis
Tax incentives, power and location make the city and state attractive to data center companies.
Who approves data centers in Indy? Here’s what to know.
Some zoning proposals are reviewed by city-county councilors, while others aren’t.
How data centers could affect your electric bill
We took a look at how the need for more energy to power data centers could affect you.
How data centers in Indy will impact your health and environment
We asked experts about water, air pollution, e-waste and reducing your community’s risk.
Where do things stand now?
Decatur Township
The Metropolitan Development Commission approved Sabey Data Centers’ rezoning petition March 18.
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Indy’s a step closer to a new data center and residents are livid
The city’s hearing examiner approved Sabey Data Centers’ proposal Feb. 26.
Martindale Brightwood
The Metropolitan Development Commission vote on Metroblocks’ rezoning petition April 1.
Indianapolis NAACP reverses stance on Metrobloks data center
The civil rights group issued a letter on March 9 that it stands with community members who oppose the project.
Martindale Brightwood data center recommended for approval
The proposal will next be heard by the Metropolitan Development Commission.
Pike Township
American Tower Corp. withdrew its zoning petition, but said it might reapply in the future.
Pike Township residents win data center fight — for now
American Tower Corp. withdrew its zoning petition, but said it might reapply in the future.
Company shares data center details with Pike Township residents
American Tower representatives answered questions at a residents association meeting Jan. 14
City councilor backs Big Tech as his neighbors lose data center fight
City zoning officials approved Sabey Data Centers to build a facility in Decatur Township.
Public Editor: How to find the most up-to-date news on Indy area data centers
Indy news outlets find different ways to engage the public
Hogsett’s economic development org supports Metrobloks data center
The mayor chairs the board of the organization backing a proposed data center in Martindale Brightwood.
‘The public isn’t my boss’: Zoning official’s comments don’t sit right with community
The comments were directed at Martindale Brightwood residents who oppose a data center proposal.
At a pivotal moment for data centers, Indiana lawmakers take little action
As data center development continues across Indiana drawing economic praise but growing concern over energy and land use lawmakers advanced little legislation in the 2026 session to regulate the tech sector.
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