Limerick Township officials are evaluating a proposal for a large-scale data center development on 192 acres across from the Philadelphia Premium Outlets. The project, presented by developer MCD 7 LLC, would include eight server buildings, replacing a previously approved warehouse complex.
Project Scope and Infrastructure
If approved, the proposed data center would:
- Cover 1.4 million square feet of building space
- Require up to 750 megawatts of electricity
- Use approximately 1.3 million gallons of water per day for cooling systems
The developer estimates the project could generate $10 million to $20 million in annual tax revenue, primarily benefiting the Spring-Ford School District, and provide 15 to 20 jobs per building.
Township Regulations and Resident Concerns
MCD 7 LLC has stated that the project will comply with Limerick Township’s strict data center ordinance, which regulates:
- Noise levels
- Building setbacks
- Woodland preservation
Despite these assurances, residents have voiced concerns about:
- Water and electricity consumption
- Potential health effects
- Impacts on local land use and traffic
Community opposition has begun to organize, and the project will undergo a lengthy approval process with the township planning commission.
Source: Adapted from Pottstown Mercury, January 12, 2026
