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Anna council approves 120-foot telecom monopole for Urban Crossing after residents urge better internet
Summary
The Anna City Council approved a specific-use permit to replace a 60-foot lattice tower with a 120-foot monopole in the Urban Crossing subdivision to improve cellular and home internet service. Neighbors, applicant representatives and city staff discussed coverage, FAA lighting and alternative tower options before the unanimous vote.
Anna — The City of Anna on Tuesday approved a specific-use permit to replace an existing 60-foot lattice telecommunications tower on the common lot in Urban Crossing with a 120-foot monopole designed to accommodate multiple providers.
Planning manager Lauren Mackey told the council the proposal replaces an existing 60-foot tower and that the monopole would be “designed to accommodate at least 4 providers” and “no lighting installed on the tower except as required by law.” The Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval with conditions, including removal of the existing lattice tower.
Why it matters: dozens of Urban Crossing residents told the council they have poor in-home internet and dropped calls, and they said the new tower would bring reliable cellular and 5G-based home internet service that some providers are not otherwise willing to deliver. Supporters said better service…
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