Project Anthem Withdraws Tulsa Data Center Rezoning

The company has scrapped plans for the second phase of its facility in the city.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:42pm

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Project Anthem, a data center operator, has withdrawn its rezoning application for the second phase of its facility in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission was set to consider the request on Wednesday, but the company provided no explanation for the withdrawal.

Why it matters

Data centers are a key part of the modern digital infrastructure, but their development can often face community opposition due to concerns over issues like energy usage and land use. This decision by Project Anthem raises questions about the company's future plans for expansion in the Tulsa area.

The details

Project Anthem had sought to rezone a parcel of land in Tulsa to allow for the construction of the second phase of its data center facility. The planning commission was scheduled to hold a public hearing on the rezoning request this week, but the company withdrew the application without providing any reasons for the decision.

  • The rezoning application was originally filed in January 2026.
  • The planning commission was set to consider the request on March 30, 2026.

The players

Project Anthem

A data center operator that had planned to expand its facilities in Tulsa.

Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The local government body responsible for reviewing and approving land use and zoning changes in the Tulsa metropolitan area.

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What’s next

It is unclear if Project Anthem plans to submit a revised rezoning application in the future or if the company has decided to abandon its expansion plans in Tulsa.

The takeaway

This decision by Project Anthem highlights the challenges that data center operators can face when trying to expand their facilities, as local communities often have concerns about the impact of these large-scale developments on the surrounding area.