Kline Township Residents Question AWS Data Center Plans
Residents of Kline Township express concerns over a proposed AWS data center, including zoning amendments and resource impact. The project involves over 2.5 million square feet and was purchased for $178 million.
Theia Market Signal Identification - AI AssistedA proposed Amazon Web Services (AWS) data center in Kline Township, Schuylkill County, encompasses over 2.5 million square feet across more than 10 buildings. The property was acquired for approximately $178 million, previously intended for a warehouse development.
Residents raised concerns at a township supervisors meeting regarding the zoning amendment approved in 2024 that permitted data centers. State Representative Dane Watro suggested exploring tax incentives, with township officials confirming AWS is not receiving a tax abatement. A planning commission meeting is set for June to address community questions, particularly about resource use and quality of life impacts from the development.
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