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Planning commission approves concealed 75‑ft wireless 'tree' at 509 Selmar Avenue with landscaping and noise conditions
Summary
The commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit to install a 75‑foot disguised wireless pole at 509 Selmar Avenue, requiring three 36‑inch‑box evergreen trees (cap $7,500) for screening; staff noted a noise study on file showing generator noise measured about 33.22 dB at the closest receiver.
The City of Campbell Planning Commission on Aug. 12 approved a conditional use permit with site and architectural review for a concealed wireless telecommunications facility — a 75‑foot tall pole designed to resemble a eucalyptus tree — at 509 Selmar Avenue.
Senior Planner Steven Rose reviewed the application and said staff recommends approval under the city’s wireless‑facility standards, noting surrounding trees and streetscape informed the choice of a tree pole rather than a freestanding…
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