Data Centres

The rapid expansion of digital infrastructure across Latin America has positioned data centres as strategic assets for companies and governments seeking to accelerate their digital transformation, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure the security of their information.

At CMS Grau, we offer specialised legal advice for data centre projects, supporting clients through all stages of development, from initial planning to full operational deployment. Our approach is holistic, multidisciplinary, and aligned with both local and international regulatory frameworks.

Our team advises on a wide range of legal areas, including:

1. Urban planning permissions and construction licences
   Zoning, land use, permits, environmental assessments, and urban habilitation.
2. Contracts and project execution
   Title verification, EPC contracts, long-term leases, technology agreements, and contract management.
3. Energy regulation and sustainability
   Permissions for power supply or self-generation, and compliance with energy efficiency standards.
4. Data protection and cybersecurity
   Compliance with Peru’s Personal Data Protection Law and international standards such as ISO 27001 and TIER classifications.
5. Telecommunications and connectivity
   Authorisations for fibre optic cabling, antenna installations, and operating licences.
6. Employment law and workplace health & safety
   Labour compliance, contractor management, and occupational health and safety obligations.
7. Tax regime and investment incentives
   Fiscal analysis, customs benefits, and efficient investment structuring.
8. Public procurement (where applicable)
   Review of requirements for supplying services to public entities, RNP registration, and technical compliance.
9. ESG responsibility and stakeholder engagement
   Environmental management, waste handling, and compliance with social and sustainability standards.

Is your organisation considering an investment in digital infrastructure or cloud services?

Contact us.