When a billion-dollar data center moves into a Utah county, property tax rates drop — but the equipment inside depreciates fast, creating unpredictable year-to-year swings. Researchers call it the "boomerang effect," and they're still studying how it plays out long term. Here's what we know so far.
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Utah researchers warn of a "boomerang effect" as equipment worth billions depreciates within years
