I didn't read the article (soft paywall), but there's a lot of precident for towns formed around industries. Taking the US northeast for example- the Industrial

I didn't read the article (soft paywall), but there's a lot of precident for towns formed around industries. Taking the US northeast for example- the Industrial Revolution in the mid-19th century saw cities spring up to take advantage of local resources. Woonsocket RI was founded around a river that provides power to mills. There are many other examples of mill towns- the buildings still stand, and are often coverted to office or residential space. In any case, SpaceX needs a place where its employees can live. But where is the dividing line between "corporate campus" and a municipality with local elective government?