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Naperville Council Rejects Controversial Data Center Proposal

1/21/2026

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The Naperville City Council denied Karis Critical, the data-center developer, its data center proposal by a 6-1 vote after months of public debate.
Residents cited concerns about noise, air pollution, and proximity to homes and parks.
The plan would have a 145,000-square-foot center with 12 diesel generators, down from 24.
City officials said alternative developments could still be considered for the site.

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The Naperville City Council denied Karis Critical, the data-center developer, its data center proposal by a 6-1 vote after months of public debate.
Residents cited concerns about noise, air pollution, and proximity to homes and parks.
The plan would have a 145,000-square-foot center with 12 diesel generators, down from 24.
City officials said alternative developments could still be considered for the site.