20-Story Vertical Data Center Proposed for 0.23 Acres in Kansas City
Revitalization Unlimited's $183 million tower would deliver 24 MW of IT capacity across just two of its 20 floors, with Skidmore, Owings & Merrill as designer.
Revitalization Unlimited has proposed a 20-story vertical data center in central Kansas City on approximately 0.23 acres of land, according to techradar.com. The project remains subject to approval.
The tower would provide 24 MW of IT capacity, with only two of its 20 floors containing computing equipment. The proposed development cost is $183 million, or about $1,300 per square foot.
The facility would seek a power usage effectiveness (PUE) of 1.25 and rely on 30 MW of Bloom fuel cells for primary power generation, the proposal states. Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is the designer.
A related development ordinance is currently listed as pending until October 13, 2026.
Context
Recent research from real estate firm Cushman & Wakefield claims the average data center land transaction covers 224 acres.
Quick answers
How much would the Kansas City vertical data center cost?
The proposed development cost is $183 million, about $1,300 per square foot, according to the proposal.
How much IT capacity would the tower provide?
The proposal calls for 24 MW of IT capacity, with computing equipment on only two of the 20 floors.
Who is designing the project?
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is the designer. The project remains subject to approval.