Bill would require local approval for NAVWAR data center

Oct 29, 2026
Four San Diego lawmakers plan legislation that would prevent a proposed commercial data center at the NAVWAR campus from proceeding without local government consultation and approval.

Four California members of the U.S. House of Representatives plan to introduce legislation that would prevent a proposed commercial data center at the U.S. Navy's NAVWAR campus from proceeding without consultation and approval from local government, they said in a press release. Representatives Sara Jacobs, Scott Peters, Mike Levin and Juan Vargas cited concerns about electricity costs, water use, power demand and the lack of local input.

The lawmakers said previous plans for the site included housing, parks and other public amenities. They said using the land for a data center could reduce the space available for housing and other community uses.

Separately, the San Diego City Council approved a 45 day moratorium on data center permits and construction while city staff prepare local rules. The pause can be extended for nearly two years.

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