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Mesquite approves Zipline drone delivery site with conditions; company highlights safety and delivery range
Summary
Council approved a conditional use permit for Zipline to place three charging towers and staging at 227 E. U.S. Highway 80 after staff outlined five stipulations; Zipline said deliveries would reach up to 10 miles and carry up to 8 pounds per flight.
The Mesquite City Council on Feb. 2 approved a conditional use permit for Zipline International to operate a drone delivery staging and charging site at 227 E. U.S. Highway 80 (the Quality Home Furniture parking area).
Adam Bailey, director of planning and development services, told the council the proposed fenced staging area would be roughly 5,400 square feet and contain three 28‑foot towers with…
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