LDS Church Leasing Ranchland for Data Center Development
The LDS Church is leasing some of its ranchland to host a data center.
Salt Lake City, UT, November 6, 2026 —
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the LDS Church, is reportedly leasing portions of its ranchland for the development of a data center. Specific details regarding the location, the lessee, and the terms of the lease agreement were not immediately available.
Data centers are facilities that house computer systems and associated components, such as telecommunication and storage systems. They require significant amounts of land, power, and cooling infrastructure to operate. The trend of establishing data centers on undeveloped or agricultural land has been observed in various regions, often driven by factors like available space, access to power grids, and proximity to fiber optic networks.
The exact acreage being leased and the specific parcel or parcels of ranchland involved have not been disclosed. Similarly, the entity or company that will be operating the data center is not specified in the available information. The timeline for the development or operation of the data center also remains unclear.
Ranchland managed by religious institutions or other large landowners is sometimes considered for commercial or industrial development when it is strategically located or offers suitable physical characteristics. The nature of the agreement, whether it is a long-term lease or a different type of land-use arrangement, is not public knowledge. Further details on the project’s scope, environmental considerations, and economic impact are also pending.
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