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 Previous proposals in Pike Township and Franklin Township were withdrawn after public outcry.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.
Where do things stand now?
Decatur Township
The city hearing examiner will discuss Sabey Data Centers’ proposal Feb. 26.
Southsiders prepare for city hearing against Sabey Data Centers
The city hearing examiner will hear presentations from residents and Sabey Data Centers Feb. 26.
Southside councilor believes a new data center will be approved
Josh Bain says he’s working to get residents protections against Sabey Data Centers.
Martindale Brightwood
The Metropolitan Development Commission will hear Metroblocks’ rezoning petition March 4.
Martindale Brightwood data center recommended for approval
The proposal will next be heard by the Metropolitan Development Commission.
Business owners oppose Martindale Brightwood data center
The Metropolitan Development Commission hearing examiner will consider the proposal Feb. 12.
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
Residents urge Braun, lawmakers to regulate Indiana’s growing data center industry
Indiana residents and environmental groups gathered at the State Library to urge lawmakers to regulate the state’s rapidly expanding data center industry.
‘Stop the games’: Some residents want temporary ban on data centers
But city-county councilors haven’t expressed much appetite for a moratorium.
Learn how a LEAP District water deal will affect Eagle Creek
Citizens Energy Group and Lebanon Utilities will speak about the deal at a meeting Jan. 26.
Rezoning decision delayed for Martindale Brightwood data center
The petition will now be heard Thursday, Feb. 12.
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