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Palm Beach County denies Project Tango expansion, but construction on Loxahatchee site continues
By Joel Lopez at WPTV
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
Palm Beach County commissioners denied an application to expand Project Tango into a large-scale AI data center, but construction on the site is still moving forward under approvals granted in 2016.
Why this matters in The Palm Beach
The denial of Project Tango's expansion plans may not be the final word on the fate of this large-scale AI data center. With construction already underway on the Loxahatchee site, thanks to approvals granted in 2016, it remains to be seen how the county's decision will impact the project's overall scope. The fact that work is continuing suggests that the developers may be banking on finding a way to move forward, potentially by scaling back their plans or seeking alternative approvals. As the project moves forward, residents in nearby communities such as Jupiter and Boca Raton will be watching closely to see how the data center affects local traffic, noise levels, and environmental concerns. The county's decision may also have implications for future development projects in the area, particularly those involving sensitive environmental areas like the Loxahatchee region.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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