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Ross Perot Jr. Issues Warning on Sites for Data Centers

AI‑driven data center boom fuels a sudden industrial space squeeze, prompting warnings of warehouse scarcity.

By · Published October 28, 2026  16:32 UTC · Updated October 28, 2026  19:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: AI‑driven data center boom fuels a sudden industrial space squeeze, prompting warnings of warehouse scarcity.
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The timing coincides with an accelerated rollout of AI services, making the shortage acute for businesses that rely on nearby power and connectivity. Industry analysts tie the pressure to a wave of AI‑related build‑outs that demand massive outdoor storage, a trend highlighted by the Wall Street Journal and confirmed by Connect CRE, which records a sharp decline in industrial vacancy as data‑center demand climbs.

Bloomberg.com reports that billionaire developer Ross Perot Jr. has warned the market that the largest warehouses are already scarce, tightening the pool of viable sites for new data centers. Kingsbarn's analysis underscores the growing competition for land, while Newser highlights Perot's cautionary note as a signal of potential bottlenecks.

The unresolved issue is whether developers can locate enough suitable properties to sustain the rapid expansion of AI‑driven workloads without triggering a broader industrial shortfall.

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The obvious questions

Why are vacancy rates in industrial warehouses falling?

Vacancy is falling because demand for data‑center space and AI build‑outs is growing, as reported by Connect CRE and the Wall Street Journal.

What warning did Ross Perot Jr. issue?

He warned that the largest warehouses are already in short supply, limiting sites for new data centers, according to Bloomberg.com.

Which sectors are driving the increased demand for outdoor storage?

AI‑related services and data‑center projects are driving the increased demand, noted by the Wall Street Journal and Kingsbarn Realty Capital.

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