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Board upholds small‑cell wireless permits after residents raise RF and visual concerns
Summary
Residents urged the Board of Appeals to block small‑cell antenna permits at multiple San Francisco locations, citing health and proximity to homes and schools. The board heard technical reports and Public Health review, and denied the appeals, finding the applications met applicable RF and planning standards.
The San Francisco Board of Appeals heard three contested appeals on June 21 challenging Department of Public Works permits for small‑cell wireless facilities at multiple locations, including a pole near 627 Taylor Street and sites on Second Street and Visitacion/other locations. Appellants argued potential health risks from radio frequency emissions and that installations were too close to residences and schools.
Barbara Traub, appellant for the 627 Taylor Street case, said the proposed pole placement “about 15 to 20 feet from my residence” posed health and environmental concerns and cited studies she said showed…
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