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Lovejoy data center proposal withdrawn after community pushback
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Justin Berger , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 9, 2026
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Key takeaway 5 million-square-foot facility with 15 buildings.
A proposal for a large data center in Lovejoy has been withdrawn due to opposition from residents. The site, located on Panhandle Road, is situated near schools and neighborhoods. 5 million-square-foot facility with 15 buildings.
However, the project is no longer moving forward. Instead, the developer is exploring a residential plan for the property. Further details on the withdrawal and the city's plans to update zoning to prohibit data centers are available from the Lovejoy City Council and local news sources.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 9, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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