180-acre Data Center Set to be Built in Lyon Township, Michigan
January 22, 2026
Michigan
Franklin Partners LLC, which owns the 265-acre parcel at South 26th Street and East N Avenue, asked the township in September 2025 to add “data center” as a special-exception use in the I-2 heavy-industrial zone. After packed public meetings and vocal worries about electricity rates, millions of gallons of cooling-water demand and diesel-generator emissions, the developer withdrew its zoning request in October 2025 and asked officials to remove the item from all remaining 2025 agendas.
Franklin Partners says it will “reconsider” the project and is exploring other development options for the site, leaving the door open for a revised data-center proposal or an entirely different use in the future.
Since its founding in 1995, Franklin Partners has established itself as a leader in commercial real estate development, driven by a focus on quality and innovation. The company's work has impacted over 25 million square feet of commercial property.
Franklin Partners possesses extensive experience that enables it to be adaptable across key areas, including investment, development, property management, and new construction. The firm's portfolio spans several states, including Illinois, Missouri, Michigan, and Ohio, with a focus on commercial office, industrial, and land development.
The company's success is attributed to a mindset that respects culture and embraces innovation, influencing every aspect of its operations. Franklin Partners collaborates with top industry experts and is motivated by pursuing new opportunities. It takes pride in its hospitality-inspired property management, client service, and leading-edge development practices.
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