Starwood Seeks to Acquire Fairfax County Land for Data Center Development
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Starwood is pursuing the acquisition of 41.7 acres from a Fairfax County police training site for data center development, with a purchase price of approximately $166.8 million, or $4 million per acre. The Fairfax County board authorized a public meeting for March 17, 2026, regarding the potential sale.
The funds from the sale aim to finance a new police training facility, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing long-term costs. Starwood has a significant presence in data center development, with $17 billion in commitments and a pipeline exceeding 3.5GW of projects globally.

Feb 24, 2026, 10:29 AM