Loudoun County holds open houses to address data center concerns

ASHBURN, Va. - Loudoun County is seeking input from residents regarding the future of data center development across the region.

Data centers have become a major point of debate in the county. The first of two public open houses took place Monday night in Ashburn, where residents brought their concerns about noise and facilities close to homes directly to county staff.

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There was no formal presentation at Broad Run High School. People dropped in, talked with staff, took surveys, and saw noise monitoring demonstrations.

The county is reviewing rules on noise, power generation, substations, and where data centers can be built. Some residents say stronger standards are overdue, but supporters of data center development say the county also needs to consider the jobs and revenue it brings.

A second open house is scheduled for Wednesday night at the Douglass Community Center in Leesburg. Resident feedback from both events will assist officials in drafting recommendations expected to go before the Planning Commission in February.

NEXT OPEN HOUSE : 

• Wednesday, September 30, 2026, Douglass Community Center main gym, 407 E Market St., Leesburg

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