423 acres in Michigan’s Capital Region

LEAP has selected Lighthouse Sustainability as the development partner for the HEOP, marking the beginning of a community engagement process. Lighthouse is exploring a potential data center use for the property. This announcement opens the conversation about that opportunity; it does not announce a proposed or approved project.

Lighthouse will use the time during the township’s data center moratorium to hear from the community. Introducing Lighthouse now gives residents an opportunity to meet the development partner, ask questions and share priorities before a proposal is brought forward. Our goal is to use that input to help shape a community-informed plan and potential proposal.

LEAP selected Lighthouse following a six-month competitive process. Its technical expertise, approach to responsible resource use and commitment to community engagement aligned with Delhi Township's Master Plan goal of exploring development that could provide meaningful economic benefits while minimizing impacts on residents and the environment.

Lighthouse is exploring a data center use, but no specific development or project has been proposed or approved. Community engagement and further evaluation will help inform what a potential proposal could look like and whether and how it moves forward. Any future proposal would also be subject to applicable township requirements and approvals.

No end user has been identified. Lighthouse is the development partner. A community-informed site plan would help guide efforts to attract an end user, and information will be shared when one is identified.

The moratorium remains in place. It pauses formal project applications from coming before the township to allow time for learning and implementing policies and/or ordinances related to data centers. We intend to use this time for listening, sharing information and examining community questions within its requirements. This engagement process does not replace the township’s formal review or public participation processes.

Yes. Delhi Township chose this site for development in its Master Plan. LEAP was asked to identify the type of project that aligns with the Master Plan and is working to help bring that vision to life through responsible economic development that reflects the vision of the community and prepares the site for development.

We want to understand what residents value about their community, what they want to preserve and what concerns, questions, ideas, and solutions they have about potential development. That includes topics such as water, electricity, noise, traffic, natural features and community benefits.

The process will begin with direct outreach to adjacent homeowners, small-group listening conversations and meetings with local organizations. Outreach will expand to neighboring communities and people who have expressed concerns. Community meetings, open houses with subject matter experts and virtual sessions will follow as the process continues.

Participation details will be shared here as they are confirmed.

Community input will help inform planning, identify issues that require further study and guide conversations about design, potential impacts and community priorities. The intent is to bring forward a plan and proposal informed by that work. As engagement progresses, LEAP and Lighthouse will explain how feedback is being considered, what changes it informs and where questions remain.

Input will also help identify priorities for Lighthouse’s proposed community fund, which would be allocated by a board that includes community members.

You can submit questions, share your perspective and sign up for site readiness updates through Lighthouse Sustainability's website. Details about upcoming engagement opportunities will be posted as they are confirmed. For questions about LEAP's role or other site readiness activities, please utilize the Contact Us page and we will be in touch.