Connectivity
Middle mile is regional network infrastructure connecting local access networks to long-haul backbones or major exchange points. Powered-land sites far from dense fiber markets may need middle-mile upgrades to become viable.
Work letter is a lease exhibit defining landlord and tenant construction obligations, specifications, approval process, costs, and schedule. It is especially important when delivery depends on power, cooling, commissioning, and phased capacity.
Read definition →Escalation is a scheduled increase in rent or charges, often fixed, CPI-based, or tied to other formulas. Escalations can materially affect long-term data center lease value because terms are often long and power commitments large.
Read definition →Zoning is the local land-use classification and rule set that determines permitted uses, dimensional standards, procedures, and conditions. Data centers may require industrial zoning, special approval, or text amendments depending on the locality.
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