Summary
Provo's City Council has officially nixed the proposed data center in East Bay. This means the area won't be seeing a major tech hub anytime soon, leaving future development plans up in the air.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 14
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
The project utilizes existing commercial space, requiring no new infrastructure investment from the city.
The applicant, Diego Sanchez, and the property owner, Commercial Plat LLC, benefit from the activation of the commercial space.
Neighbors or the city could be affected if the reduced setback sets a precedent for code compliance.
Mentions & discussions (15)
Board of Adjustment - Jun 15, 2026
A homeowner is asking for a variance to keep a structure that was built without a permit. The board will decide if the 5-foot setback is acceptable despite the original 10-foot requirement.
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings - Jun 3, 2026
A local applicant wants to open a used car dealership on Columbia Lane. The city is checking to make sure the site has enough parking and won't cause traffic issues for neighbors.
Neighborhood Districts - Jun 3, 2026
The city is rolling out new rules for ADUs. If you're thinking about building a basement apartment or a backyard unit, you'll want to hear how these changes affect your property rights.
Planning Commission - May 13, 2026
A request for a two-lot subdivision and a variance for a property on N Carterville Road was reviewed.
Planning Commission Administrative Hearings - May 13, 2026
A request to divide a property into two lots, which requires a variance from current code. This is a smaller-scale development impacting a specific area.
Board of Adjustment - Apr 20, 2026
A homeowner is asking for permission to keep a structure that was built too close to the property line without a permit. Staff argued that the homeowner should have followed the rules initially and that there were other places on the lot to build.
Planning Commission - Mar 25, 2026
An 8-unit apartment building is planned for 71 West 880 North. This project will replace an existing single-family home and is designed to fit in with the higher-density housing common in the area near BYU.
Provo City Council votes against East Bay data center
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City Council Meetings (Work) - Mar 10, 2026
The city is considering changes to minimum street width requirements, with Public Works recommending a flexible approach that includes fire marshal approval. This aims to balance development needs with environmental considerations and community preferences.
Neighborhood Districts - Mar 4, 2026
The council discussed ADU regulations and enforcement, with a future meeting planned for a deeper dive. Concerns were raised about enforcement focus and potential state legislation impacting local control.
City Council Meetings (Work) - Feb 10, 2026
During discussions on commercial zoning, councilors agreed to remove 'auto washing and polishing' as a conditional use from the SC1 (neighborhood commercial) zone. This decision is part of an ongoing zoning code rewrite and aims to ensure that certain potentially disruptive uses are not permitted in neighborhood commercial areas.
City Council Meetings (Regular) - Jan 27, 2026
The council debated whether to keep the option for 24-foot wide streets in development standards. Residents and some council members argued for retaining them for walkability and traffic calming, while others raised concerns about parking and emergency access.
Landmarks Commission - Jan 21, 2026
An existing dental office building is being converted into residential apartments. This project aims to utilize existing structures for housing while maintaining commercial activity on the property.
City Council Meetings (Work) - Jan 13, 2026
Proposed changes to the sensitive lands ordinance aim to strengthen protections by removing exceptions to river setbacks and adjusting when hold harmless agreements are required for high water table areas.
City Council Meetings - Jan 6, 2026
The council seeks to improve zoning and code enforcement by establishing clearer processes, ensuring better follow-up, and shifting towards proactive enforcement to address resident concerns.
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