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Residents press Redwood City for clearer notice and appeal process on small-cell 5G tower applications

Redwood City City Council · April 13, 2026
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Several residents used public comment to tell the council that Crown Castle and wireless carriers have submitted dozens of small-cell tower applications near homes and schools, and they urged the city to improve notification, appeals and regulatory oversight.

During public comment Council meeting attendees raised concerns about the city's process for small-cell 5G wireless facilities. Jana Jacobs and other residents said Crown Castle has submitted dozens of applications to place small cell installations in neighborhoods near schools, parks and homes and that official notification to nearby…

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