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Planning board approves Summers communication tower to improve coverage

Washington County Planning Board · March 26, 2026
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Summary

The board approved a 315‑ft unmanned wireless tower proposed by Vertical Bridge with Verizon as the anchor tenant, saying the tower fills a coverage gap; staff reported two neighbor inquiries but no formal opposition at the hearing.

The Washington County Planning Board on March 26 approved a conditional use permit for a proposed unmanned wireless communications tower to be sited on a 10.51‑acre property.

Staff described a plan for a 315‑foot tower with a 100‑by‑100 lease area and a 75‑by‑75 fenced compound. Vertical Bridge intends to permit Verizon to occupy antenna space near the 305–310‑foot level and…

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