The first proposal to surface—commonly referred to as the 'Maberry' data center—is located at 904 Francis Harris Lane. A public hearing was held at the meeting, with a vote anticipated July 1. The project was previously denied by the Planning and Zoning Commission on March 25.
The second proposal, managed by CloudBurst, was discussed at the May 20 Hays County Commissioners Court meeting and is planned for a 96-acre site at 2955 Francis Harris Lane, under county jurisdiction.
The most recent proposal comes from Sabey Data Centers, which is proposing a data center and more across the street from the 'Maberry' data center. Council appointed Mayor Jane Hughson and council members Amanda Rodriguez and Lorenzo Gonzales to begin negotiating a development agreement with Carson Select Investments LP and Sabey—Sabey’s first formal step toward a local facility. Entering negotiations does not guarantee approval.
Sabey Data Center
The applicant tied to Sabey Data Centers is seeking a development agreement for about 786 acres southwest of South Old Bastrop Highway and Centerpoint Road. The proposal includes a mix of land conservation, housing and data center development. Plans outline 184 acres for light industrial use, including a “state-of-the-art” data center and a Pedernales Electric Cooperative substation.
At least 392 acres would be designated as Character District-1 open space, allowing only parks, trails and conservation areas. Another 209 acres would be set aside for future Character District development, including low-density housing under Character District 2.5 zoning.
'Maberry' Data Center
The council revisited the proposed 'Maberry' data center at 904 Francis Harris Lane, covering a 125.91-acre annexed parcel and a 63.68-acre unzoned tract. A cemetery on the site will remain accessible.
Residents have dubbed it the 'Maberry' data center since the intended operator has not been announced. The applicants for the data center are Highland SM One LLC, associated with John Maberry, and Donald and Germaine Tuff.
