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Crown Castle moves proposed small‑cell node away from Windsor Forest, town staff says
Summary
Town staff told the council Crown Castle will place a planned small‑cell node at the Airport Road/Highway 25 split near Sweeten Creek instead of the earlier Windsor Forest location after resident concerns; staff warned more small‑cell placements are likely as data demand grows.
Fletcher Town staff told the council that Crown Castle has decided to relocate a proposed small‑cell wireless node previously proposed near Windsor Forest to the Airport Road/Highway 25 split near Sweeten Creek.
Mark, the town staff member presenting the management report, said he and residents had discussed the planned node, and that residents in Windsor Forest were concerned about its proximity to the subdivision. He said Crown Castle's point of contact, Anne Brooks, informed him that the company would place the closest location for that node at Airport Road and Highway 25 instead. "That's where they're placing it," Mark said, describing the company’s decision.
Mark also warned that small‑cell facilities are likely to continue appearing across the town as mobile data demand grows and companies seek locations. He said the town will keep communicating with residents and the carrier about future proposals.
Why it matters: small‑cell placements can raise concerns among residents about siting and neighborhood impacts; the company’s decision to move the node responds to resident feedback but does not preclude future proposals elsewhere.
What’s next: Staff did not report any formal approvals or permits granted at the meeting; residents and staff should expect continued outreach from carriers as they identify siting options.
