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CIAC

Contribution in Aid of Construction is a customer payment toward utility infrastructure needed for service. For large-load projects, CIAC treatment can be a major economic issue and may have tax, refund, and ownership implications.

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Endangered species review

Endangered species review evaluates whether listed species or habitats may be affected by a project. It can influence site layout, clearing windows, mitigation, federal permits, and utility-corridor routing.

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Air permit

Air permit authorizes emissions from regulated sources such as backup generators, testing, fuel systems, or construction activities. Generator-heavy data center designs can make air permitting a material path item and community issue.

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Letter of intent

Letter of intent summarizes major business terms before definitive agreements. It is usually non-binding except for specific provisions, but it sets expectations on price, power, diligence, exclusivity, confidentiality, deposits, and timing.

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