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Texas Used to Be ‘the Best Place’ to Build Data Centers—But Not Anymore

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Briefings

A 700-acre industrial campus in East Texas was purchased by BaRupOn LLC in 2023, where the company planned to build data centers and rare-earth manufacturing facilities. This project marked a shift as developers now require explicit community permission, unlike previous industry practices. The state initially welcomed the developer, but subsequent pushback indicates a changing landscape for industrial land use in Texas.

Key points

• BaRupOn LLC purchased 700 acres in East Texas in 2023 for a data center and rare-earth manufacturing campus.
• The project required new community permission due to increased pushback from local residents.

Context

Texas has historically been a preferred location for data center construction, but recent regulatory and social pressures have altered the landscape. This specific case highlights the transition from state approval to mandatory community consent for large-scale industrial projects.

Limitations

Evidence covers only one specific developer's 700-acre acquisition in 2023. It does not provide data on other Texas projects, statewide trends, or the full extent of community opposition. The timeline ends after the initial purchase, limiting analysis of long-term impacts.

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