Friday, June 26, 2026

DEP Invites Comments On Chapter 105 Permit For Construction Of QTS Salem, LLC A.I. Data Center Campus In Salem Twp., Luzerne County

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the June 27 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a Chapter 105 permit for construction of QTS Salem, LLC A.I. Data Center Campus in Salem Township, Luzerne County.  (
PA Bulletin, page 3769)

DEP said the project will include five data center buildings, internal roadways and parking areas, stormwater basins, an electrical substation, associated utilities, landscaping, a security outbuilding, fencing, and controlled access gates. 

As proposed, the project will permanently impact 0.85 acres of wetlands. 

No temporary wetland impacts are proposed; no impacts to streams, floodways, or floodplains are proposed as part of this application. 

The applicant is proposing the purchase of wetland credits to satisfy compensatory mitigation requirements.

DEP is accepting comments until July 27-- 30 days after this notice.

No hearing has been scheduled but one may be requested.

Comments should be directed to DEP Northcentral Regional Office, 208 W. Third St., Williamsport, PA 17701 or by email to: RA-EPWW-NCRO@pa.gov

Requests to review the permit application in-person should be sent to Clarissa Alcorn, Aquatic Biologist 2, 570-321-6525, RA-EPWW-NCRO@pa.gov

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[Posted: June 26, 2026]  PA Environment Digest

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