How might property taxes change due to data center expansions? New research from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute finds Utah’s growing data center industry could have a surprising impact on property taxes. Researchers are calling it the "boomerang effect." KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cabrera joins the program to explain. Greg and Holly then discuss a proposal from a Utah state legislator that would limit the ability of Utah's Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) when it comes to new projects on areas not near an existing military site.
August 11th, 2026, 08:25 pm
KSL's Inside Sources
How might data centers affect property taxes?
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Published August 11th, 2026, 08:25 pm
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How might property taxes change due to data center expansions? New research from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute finds Utah’s growing data center industry could have a surprising impact on property taxes. Researchers are calling it the "boomerang effect." KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cabrera joins the program to explain. Greg and Holly then discuss a proposal from a Utah state legislator that would limit the ability of Utah's Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) when it comes to new projects on areas not near an existing military site.
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