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Data center permit request withdrawn as Brownsville considers moratorium
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Montserrat Pagan , as published by MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The building, formerly used by Southwest Key, is now empty.
A vacant building in Brownsville was considered for a new project. The building, formerly used by Southwest Key, is now empty. A company had shown interest in the site, but its plans are no longer moving forward.
The company's request for a permit was withdrawn recently. Brownsville's city leaders are discussing a temporary halt on certain business applications, including those for data centers. Further information on this development can be found through local news sources.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: MyRGV.com (The Monitor) - All News ·
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