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Planning commission continues review of proposed Verizon tower after design and condition disputes
Summary
The San Benito County Planning Commission continued a conditional‑use permit for a proposed Verizon wireless tower after commissioners and residents raised concerns about appearance, photo simulations, and several conditions of approval including road improvements and defensible‑space requirements.
The San Benito County Planning Commission on May 12 continued consideration of a conditional‑use permit for a proposed Verizon wireless facility located roughly 3.4 miles north of Hollister.
Planning staff opened the item by summarizing applicable standards (county wireless facility standards, chapter 7.11), noting the applicant’s claim the project qualifies as a utility extension under the California Environmental Quality Act and recommending adoption of a resolution to approve the permit. Staff also noted one written public comment raising aesthetics and disputing the applicant’s coverage claims.
Kevin Gallagher, representing Towers of California LLC and speaking for Verizon, presented coverage maps and photo simulations showing a…
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