DCWeeklyIntel has tracked 116 signals in Illinois, with 106 signals identified in the last 30 days. The operational stage contains 54 signals, representing the largest portion of tracked activity. The planning stage holds 32 signals, while 3 projects are under construction and 1 is in permitting. Twenty-six signals remain unstaged. This tracking encompasses facilities across Illinois's major metropolitan areas and emerging data center corridors. The mix of operational facilities and planning-stage projects reflects ongoing data center development throughout the state.
Pipeline Outlook
Illinois Data Center Pipeline
81
Total signals
79
Last 30 days
81
Last 90 days
59
Staged signals
Stage breakdown
| Stage | Signals |
|---|---|
| Planning | 10 |
| Permitting | 0 |
| Under Construction | 1 |
| Operational | 48 |
| Unclassified | 22 |
Recent signals
Yorkville City Council Delays Data Center Zoning Vote in Illinois
Google· pre_permit
Yorkville City Council is delaying a vote on data center zoning, indicating potential new development interest in the area. The delay suggests officials are taking time to carefully consider the implications of allowing data center construction in their jurisdiction, which could signal either complex negotiations or community concerns about the proposed development.
Tract Enters Data Center Market in Greater Chicago, Illinois
TRACT· Greater Chicago, Illinois
FERC has approved a Transmission Service Agreement between ComEd and TRACT, advancing 1 GW of data center growth in Greater Chicago, Illinois. The approval enables TRACT to move forward with responsible data center development in the region. The project represents a significant power capacity commitment of 1,000 MW. GCs, subcontractors, and vendors should monitor TRACT's Greater Chicago pipeline for upcoming procurement opportunities tied to this large-scale buildout.
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Signal volume reflects what DCWeeklyIntel has tracked. Tracking coverage expands over time; velocity figures reflect identification pace, not necessarily project origination pace.