Western Virginia Authority Withdraws From Data Center NDA Amid Transparency Concerns
The Western Virginia Regional Industrial Authority has withdrawn from a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) with a buyer for a data center project at Wood Haven Technology Park in Roanoke County. The authority stated its decision was to address community concerns about…
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, October 9, 2026 —
The Western Virginia Regional Industrial Authority (RVA) has terminated a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) with an unidentified buyer involved in a proposed data center project. The project was slated for development at Wood Haven Technology Park in Roanoke County.
In a statement, the authority indicated that the decision to withdraw from the NDA was made to address ongoing community concerns regarding transparency in data center development initiatives. The RVA aims to foster greater openness in how such projects are handled and communicated to the public.
The withdrawal from the agreement signifies a pause in the formal discussions under the confidentiality terms. Specific details regarding the buyer or the precise nature of the data center project were not disclosed in the authority’s announcement. The contractor’s name was not provided.
The authority has indicated that further information related to the data center project and the RVA’s engagement with potential developers is anticipated to be released. This information is expected to become available within the next 120 days, according to the official statement.
Community engagement and transparency have become significant considerations for the Western Virginia Regional Industrial Authority as it navigates future development opportunities within Roanoke County. The move underscores a commitment to addressing public interest and ensuring accountability in economic development projects.
Story summarized from the original created by Samantha Verrelli on cardinalnews.org, see more information here.
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