Property owners and residents struggle to understand and mitigate the impact of nearby data center development on property values, utilities, and quality of life

Homeowners and commercial property owners in Tennessee face uncertainty about how rapidly expanding data centers affect their neighborhoods—including rising electricity costs, infrastructure strain, noise pollution, and property value fluctuations. Current information sources are fragmented and often controlled by data center operators or government agencies, leaving residents without clear, independent guidance on how to assess risks, advocate for their interests, or make informed decisions about staying or relocating.