Question 1

What is Project Tango?

Accepted Answer

Project Tango is the code name for a proposed 3.69 million square foot hyperscale AI data center on 202 acres in Palm Beach County, FL. It is being developed by PBA Holdings (a subsidiary of Palm Beach Aggregates) and TPA Group. The facility would be located directly adjacent to the Arden community and approximately 1,500 feet from Saddle View Elementary School.

Question 2

Is there a lawsuit against the developers?

Accepted Answer

There is no guaranteed class action lawsuit at this time. However, the petition captures data so the community can be prepared if legal action becomes necessary in the future. Signing the petition does not commit you to any legal action — it simply ensures you are informed and can be contacted if options are explored.

Question 3

Who can sign the petition?

Accepted Answer

Anyone can sign the petition, whether you are an Arden resident, a neighbor in a surrounding community, or a concerned citizen. We encourage all Palm Beach County residents who are concerned about the impact of this project to add their voice.

Question 4

When is the County Commission hearing?

Accepted Answer

The next Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners hearing on Project Tango is scheduled for April 23, 2026. This hearing will likely determine the immediate fate of the project. Community attendance and public comment are critical.

Question 5

Who approved this project?

Accepted Answer

In 2016, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners rezoned the land from rural residential to Economic Development Center, allowing warehouses and light industrial uses. The original approval was for a "data warehouse" — a term that implied storage, not the massive AI data processing center now being proposed. The community was never meaningfully consulted.

Question 6

Did home builders disclose this to buyers?

Accepted Answer

No. Builders including Lennar, Kennedy Homes, Kenco Communities, Ryan Homes, and GL Homes sold over 2,400 homes in Arden without disclosing the approved industrial development on adjacent land. Many homeowners feel they were misled about the nature of their neighborhood.

Question 7

What are the main health concerns?

Accepted Answer

The primary health concerns include diesel emissions from backup generators, PM2.5 particulate matter, noise pollution from 24/7 industrial cooling systems (80+ dBA), and the overall air quality impact on residents — especially children at Saddle View Elementary, located just 1,500 feet from the proposed site.

Question 8

How much water will the data center use?

Accepted Answer

The proposed facility is estimated to consume approximately 1.7 million gallons of water per month for cooling operations. This places significant strain on Palm Beach County's water supply, particularly during drought conditions and as the region's population continues to grow.

Question 9

What happened at the December 2025 hearing?

Accepted Answer

Over 50 Arden residents spoke at the December 10, 2025 County Commission hearing. The commissioners voted unanimously (7-0) to postpone the data center application until the April 23, 2026 zoning meeting, allowing time for additional impact studies.

Question 10

Has any municipality opposed Project Tango?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In March 2026, Wellington became the first municipality to officially oppose Project Tango. Mayor Sara Baxter announced the town's opposition at a town hall meeting on February 25, 2026, and the County Commission voted to enter negotiations with Wellington over an annexation proposal.

Question 11

What Florida bills are related to data centers?

Accepted Answer

Several Florida bills address data center development: SB 484, SB 1118, HB 1007, and HB 1517. These bills address various aspects of data center regulation, siting requirements, and community impact considerations. Visit our Resources page for links to track these bills.

Question 12

How can I help beyond signing the petition?

Accepted Answer

You can attend the April 23 County Commission hearing and speak during public comment, contact your county commissioner directly, share information with neighbors and on social media, support the relevant Florida bills (SB 484, SB 1118, HB 1007, HB 1517), and encourage others to sign the petition. Every voice matters.

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