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Board deadlocks on Leavenworth wireless pole; permit upheld by operation of law
Summary
Neighbors argued a proposed wireless antenna on a wood utility pole at 2201 Leavenworth would degrade an 'excellent view' corridor and worsen cumulative pole clutter; the Board's tentative motion to deny the permit received three votes and failed to reach the four‑vote threshold, so the permit remained in effect by operation of law.
Neighbors and preservation advocates urged the Board of Appeals to revoke a Department of Public Works permit for a personal wireless facility proposed for a utility pole at 2201 Leavenworth, saying the installation would degrade views toward Coit Tower and contribute to cumulative “bird's nest” clutter on wooden poles. Appellants emphasized photo simulations…
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