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Commission approves AT&T rooftop antennas at 2001 Third Street amid neighborhood opposition
Summary
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for AT&T to install up to nine panel antennas at 2001 Third Street after staff recommended approval; neighbors submitted petitions and emails citing health and visual concerns but AT&T held community meetings and provided RF testing information.
The Planning Commission on Nov. 15 approved a conditional use authorization for AT&T to install up to nine panel antennas and related equipment cabinets behind a six‑foot rooftop screen at 2001 Third Street (Mariposa & Third). Staff described the site as a preferred location under the city’s wireless‑telecom guidelines and said the design minimizes visibility from the public right of way.
Staff reported 25 emails and a petition opposing the project on grounds including health concerns, property values and visibility. AT&T representatives said they held two community meetings, provided radio‑frequency testing documentation and offered to conduct an in‑unit test for a nearby resident. Staff recommended approval with conditions and the commission voted to approve the permit (recorded as 6–0 in the minutes).
Why it matters: Rooftop wireless facilities often generate neighborhood concern over RF exposure and neighborhood character; the commission’s approval follows outreach and engineering review described by the applicant.
What’s next: AT&T may proceed to building permits and installation subject to the conditions imposed by the commission and the Planning Department.
Recorded action: Conditional use authorization approved 6–0.
