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<\/p>\nA proposed 2 million-square-foot data center is under review in Indiantown and could bring about 400 jobs to the quickly growing village.<\/p>\n
At least partly behind the proposal is Nelson Ferreira, whose name is associated with Ferreira Construction, a nationwide company with offices in Florida.<\/p>\n
Data centers are proliferating around the country. They house computers used to process and store computer applications and data and to power online computing including artificial intelligence. A $13.5 billion, 15 million-square-foot data center is being considered in St. Lucie County.<\/p>\n
Here are five key takeaways about the Indiantown proposal:<\/p>\n
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Construction of new homes in the Terra Lago community in Indiantown, Sept. 18, 2025.<\/p>\n
\u220e The 2.2-million-square-foot data center would be spread among five two-story buildings. The size is equivalent to about 35 football fields.<\/p>\n
\u220e Owners of the data center would be required to pay for 100% of the electricity it uses, so the cost is kept off the backs of Florida Power & Light Co. customers.<\/p>\n
\u220e Other protections for nearby residents against disturbances caused by the data center are in Indiantown regulations.<\/p>\n
\u220e Other regulations may come from Gov. DeSantis’ office, which has proposed an “AI Bill of Rights” to regulate data centers and artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n
\u220e Indiantown will hold three public hearings on the proposed center. The first will be held by the Planning, Zoning and Appeals Board and could come in March.<\/p>\n
More on the data center: 2 million-square-foot data center proposed for Florida village<\/a><\/p>\n