A proposal for a new data center in Matthews has been withdrawn by the developer. Residents packed a community meeting earlier this month with many concerned about how much power the data center would require.
Mayor John Higdon announced on Facebook last night that Project Accelerate – which was proposed for 123 acres on East John Street at 485 – has asked that its rezoning request for the property be withdrawn. A spokesperson for Crosland Southeast said the move will allow additional time to explore options. A community meeting scheduled for Thursday has been cancelled.