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Local officials in Ransom Township, Pennsylvania, rejected a zoning amendment that would have allowed a data center project proposed by Scranton Materials. The amendment aimed to add a zoning overlay for a six-building data center on a 251-acre quarry at 819 Newton Road.

Officials stated that the application was incomplete and lacked necessary information. The proposed 'Data Center Overlay Zoning District' would have included regulations on noise, utility usage, and size.

The decision was supported by citizens attending the meeting, with township supervisors voting two to one against the proposal. Opposition from residents has been strong, citing concerns over water and electricity usage, environmental impact, and procedural issues. It is currently unclear if Scranton Materials will submit a new application.