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Data center project · Monmouth County, New Jersey

Bell Works data center, Holmdel

Proposed · A 40 MW, two-floor data center proposed on the footprint of an existing structure at the Bell Works campus.

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Status
Proposed · as of July 24, 2026
Location
Behind the main Bell Works building (former Bell Labs), Holmdel · Monmouth County
Status note
Application before the Holmdel Planning Board; the township's attorney said zoning in place before the town's ban applies to it.
Power
40 MW
40 MW as reported; under 50 MW.
Developer and team
Inspired by Somerset Development
Utility
Jersey Central Power & Light (Bell Works says JCP&L can serve it with existing infrastructure)
Evidence
News reports; primary records not yet obtained
Size class
Under 50 MW (outside main scope; kept for completeness)
Map position approximate, from the reported address or area. Updated Oct. 17, 2026.

Updates, newest first

  1. Aug. 11, 2026 The Township Committee unanimously approved a resolution making data centers a prohibited use, which officials said probably does not reach this application. (New Jersey 101.5, Aug. 21, 2026)
  2. July 24, 2026 The developer applied to the Holmdel Planning Board; its 2012 redevelopment agreement lists data centers as a permitted use. (New Jersey 101.5, Aug. 21, 2026)

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