CMS Expert Guide on Real Estate Data Centre Consenting

Welcome to CMS’ online guide tool for data centre legal consenting considerations. Please use the tool to compare legal consenting considerations for data centre development and investment across key jurisdictions.

Restrictive measures that were adopted during COVID produced huge changes in the way that we communicate and access information. The consequence of so many of us working, shopping and seeking entertainment online has led to a huge increase in the amount of data that we consume. The data pressures created by AI technology means that the need for data and storage solutions is greater than ever.

Data centre procurement can be a difficult process. Getting it right the first time is important to ensure that the venture is sustainable and cost-effective. Stakeholders should be aware that there are a range of consenting considerations that need to be considered before development can commence and/or investment can be placed.

The consenting rules and regulations also widely differ across jurisdictions. These differences can influence where stakeholders consider is best to locate their data centre, and how that data centre should be built or operated. 

If you have any queries in relation to the information set out in this guidebook, please do not hesitate to contact any one of our key jurisdictional contacts for advice.