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Commission forwards wireless‑communications code update to council after debate over stealth, permitted vs. conditional use
Summary
The commission recommended the City Council consider an updated wireless communications ordinance; commissioners debated permitted vs. conditional use status, stealth treatments, pole height and setback metrics and ultimately approved a recommendation with changes by 4‑2.
The Planning Commission recommended the City Council adopt an updated wireless‑communications ordinance after a lengthy discussion about where towers should be allowed, required stealth treatments and how to balance coverage needs with visual impacts. Staff outlined that the existing code allows monopoles in certain zones with a maximum height range and noted federal (FCC) standards that affect local regulation. The applicant (a wireless carrier and/or tower company) and consultant representatives explained that, because of the…
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