B+F Timpanogos Tech proposes $280M, 30MW data center development in Provo, Utah

B+F Timpanogos Tech's $280 million, 30MW data center proposal in Provo, Utah, faced an unexpected setback on March 16, 2026, when the Provo City Council rejected its rezoning request for a nine-acre parcel at 1507 S.180 East. This decision, overriding city staff recommendations, highlights increasing local resistance to large-scale digital infrastructure developments, even in tech-adjacent areas like the Timpanogos Tech Center. The developer sought to rezone the industrial commercial zone to an industrial commercial data center overlay zone for a 66,000 sq ft, two-story facility, initially targeting 5MW of capacity. Despite the substantial $280 million investment and the project's potential to deliver 30MW of grid-connected power, the Council cited concerns regarding the data center's impact and the suitability of its proposed location. The developer retains the option to re-apply for the Provo site in the future, indicating a potential for future negotiations or revised proposals. The City of Provo's decision to reject the rezoning for B+F Timpanogos Tech's proposed data center underscores a growing tension between economic development and local community concerns in rapidly expanding tech hubs. While B+F Timpanogos Tech, an entity seemingly affiliated with the Timpanogos Tech Center, sought to capitalize on the area's tech ecosystem by developing a substantial 30MW facility, the Provo City Council prioritized local impact over staff endorsements. This rejection, occurring on March 16, 2026, suggests that even well-resourced developers proposing significant infrastructure investments, like this $280 million project, face increasing scrutiny from municipal bodies. The developer's ability to re-apply for the grid-connected facility indicates that the City of Provo may be open to a revised proposal that addresses the specific concerns about the 1507 S.180 East location, potentially requiring B+F Timpanogos Tech to adjust its development strategy for the Utah market.