Board approves 176‑foot communications tower replacement at Ironbound Road

Nov 13, 2025

The Board approved a special use permit to replace an existing 150‑foot tower with a 176‑foot microwave transmission tower at 4059 Ironbound Road after staff and the planning commission found the proposal met county standards and recommended conditions; one public speaker raised concerns about potential future 5G broadcasting.

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The James City County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Nov. 18 to approve SUP24‑00294059, allowing construction of a 176‑foot self‑supporting microwave transmission tower at 4059 Ironbound Road.

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