Data Centers Arrive in Alabama Towns | Birmingham News

Data centers are booming in central Alabama, forcing towns like Chelsea and Homewood to pause new projects while they sort out zoning rules. Developers are aggressively scouting land—prioritizing road access, fiber, and power—with local governments stepping in only for permits or annexation. Power availability is critical, often checked before a single acre is bought. Once sites are chosen, developers run extensive studies and navigate public approval processes that can take years, especially if new power lines are needed. These massive, unassuming facilities are quietly reshaping the landscape—and local governments are scrambling to keep up. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d22447a941d4e06f