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Developer abandons data center plan in metro Atlanta city
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· August 7, 2026
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Key takeaway The Lovejoy City Council made this announcement at a special meeting, revealing that the property owner and development team will instead pursue residential development.
A developer has withdrawn plans for a data center in Lovejoy, a city in the metro Atlanta area. The Lovejoy City Council made this announcement at a special meeting, revealing that the property owner and development team will instead pursue residential development. This decision comes after months of public engagement regarding the property.
The city council and mayor acknowledge the significant public interest in the proposed data center. Further details about the withdrawal of the data center plan and the new residential development plans are available from the city council and local news sources.
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Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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