Florida Passed a Data Center Law on Rates, Water, and Zoning
May 11, 2026
Florida
Fort Meade city commissioners have unanimously approved a 20-year development agreement with Maryland-based developer Stonebridge for a massive, 1,300-acre data center campus.
Representing a $2.6 billion investment, the project is slated to include eight buildings totaling up to 4.4 million square feet, with groundbreaking expected by late 2026 and operations commencing in 2028. To secure the deal, the city provided a $150 million, 10-year tax break, while Stonebridge committed $10 million for local infrastructure and the creation of over 450 high-paying jobs averaging $107,000 annually.
The land, currently used for cattle grazing and consisting of former phosphate mines, is owned by Florida Eco Park, LLC and Polk Industrial Park, LLC. Florida Ecopark acquired the property in 2018.
| Distance | Site | About |
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| 0.10 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 2 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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| 0.12 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 4 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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| 0.21 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 8 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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| 0.22 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 3 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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| 0.26 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 7 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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| 0.28 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 5 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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| 0.29 miles | Stonebridge: Fort Meade 6 |
This facility is a part of Stonebridge's Fort Meade Campus in Florida.
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Stonebridge is a premier real estate development and investment firm dedicated to shaping the landscape of the Greater Washington area. The firm specializes in complex, transit-oriented mixed-use projects that integrate residential, office, retail, and hotel spaces to foster vibrant urban communities. By leveraging deep expertise in acquisition, finance, and land entitlement, Stonebridge navigates the intricacies of urban development to create sustainable, high-value environments. Their portfolio reflects a commitment to innovative design and strategic planning, consistently transforming neighborhoods into dynamic hubs for living and working while delivering long-term value to stakeholders.
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