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Owners of 31 properties in Hollenback Township are requesting a zoning change from open space and agricultural/residential to industrial to permit 11 data centers. The properties are near Talen Energy's site, which has plans for multiple data centers.

Residents oppose the proposal, citing concerns about the impact on local land and resources. Township officials stated they are in the process of updating ordinances to regulate data centers. The request for zoning change is described as preliminary, pending further decisions. If approved, the developer would still need permits from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.