Atlanta, GA, August 8, 2026 —

A proposed 3.5 million-square-foot data center in Lovejoy, Georgia, has been withdrawn by its developer following substantial opposition from the local community. The developer has indicated plans to pursue a residential development project on the site instead.

The significant community pushback centered on concerns regarding increased traffic congestion, particularly near local schools, and the potential strain on the area’s natural resources. These objections played a pivotal role in the developer’s decision to halt the data center proposal.

In response to the community’s concerns and the withdrawal of the data center project, the City of Lovejoy is taking steps to implement zoning changes. These proposed changes aim to prohibit the construction of future data centers within the city limits.

The developer’s pivot to a residential development suggests a shift in strategy, acknowledging the community’s priorities and potentially seeking a project more aligned with local sentiment. The specifics of the planned residential development, including its size and scope, were not provided.

The city’s initiative to update zoning ordinances reflects a proactive approach to land use planning and development. The exact timeline for the zoning changes and their official adoption were not detailed.

The withdrawal of the data center proposal marks a significant outcome for local stakeholders who voiced their concerns. The future of the site will now likely be shaped by the new residential development and the city’s updated zoning regulations.



Story summarized from the original created by Justin Berger on www.atlantanewsfirst.com, see more information here.

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