https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/developer-withdraws-plans-for-data-center-in-southeast-raleigh-mayor-saysContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/developer-withdraws-plans-for-data-center-in-southeast-raleigh-mayor-sayshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/developer-withdraws-plans-for-data-center-in-southeast-raleigh-mayor-says#u44505Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:30:13 +0000A developer has withdrawn a petition to build a data center in southeast Raleigh. The project, valued at $180M, was removed from a Tuesday meeting agenda. The decision follows community opposition to the proposal. The project was described as a medium size facility. The city mayor confirmed the withdrawal of the plans.Why it mattersThe developer had previously sought annexation to secure the land for the facility. Data center developments often face local scrutiny due to land use and resource requirements. This withdrawal halts the immediate pursuit of the specific site in southeast Raleigh.Wh