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Colorado Springs just dropped a bold new rulebook for data centers — no more “build it and they’ll come” deals. Mayor Yemi Mobolade’s “Community-First Data Center Standards” demand developers prove they’ll protect neighborhoods, water, and utilities — and pay for every cost they create, including unused electrical capacity. Projects must lock in long-term agreements to shield residents from financial risk, use water responsibly without straining supplies, and design as good neighbors with noise buffers and thoughtful layouts. They also need to align with local zoning and environmental rules, boost the tax base, and actively partner with the community. And the public? They get a seat at the table — with full transparency, hearings, and a chance to weigh in before approval. Bottom line: data centers must pay their way or stay out.

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