When Progress Arrives with a Bang: What's at Stake in Scott's Suburban Data Center Conundrum A 1 million square foot data center is being built just yards from Scott's home in Phoenix.
The project has sparked concerns about noise pollution and plummeting property values, which could lead to a 25% loss on his $600,000 house.
The tension between development and community is always a delicate balancing act. In this case, the land was commercially zoned from the start, allowing for large scale projects like warehouses or data centers.