Port Washington Limits Construction Hours for Data Center Project After Complaints

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Port Washington officials have voted to sharply limit outdoor construction hours at the massive Vantage data center project after nearby residents complained about nonstop noise, lights, and traffic. Starting April 18, most outdoor work will be confined to 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., with tighter lighting rules and only tightly controlled Sunday work, as the city tries to balance project speed with neighborhood quality of life.

Why it matters

The Vantage data center project is a major development for Port Washington, but the around-the-clock construction has caused significant disruption for nearby residents. The new construction hour limits aim to address these quality of life concerns while still allowing the project to move forward.

The details

Under the new rules, most outdoor construction work at the Vantage data center site will be limited to between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. There will also be tighter controls on lighting, and Sunday work will only be allowed in tightly controlled circumstances. The city is trying to strike a balance between the need to complete the project quickly and the impact the construction is having on the surrounding neighborhood.

• The new construction hour limits will go into effect on April 18, 2026.

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