Pennsylvania SB991 establishes a permitting process for data center siting and assigns duties to the Department of Environmental Protection.
Pennsylvania SB991, known as the Data Center Siting and Permitting Act, creates a permitting process for data center siting. It mandates the Department of Environmental Protection to identify preapproved sites for data centers, expediting permit reviews. The bill outlines a two-phase permitting process, with Phase 1 involving an accelerated permit for data centers and associated power generation facilities. It also requires applicants to provide zoning clearances, concept documents, and certifications from licensed professionals.
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