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Athens commission tables proposal for Verizon tower, asks for updated site plan and noise details
Summary
The commission tabled a rezoning and specific use permit to allow a communications tower on Lot 1 A‑1 (Property ID: 233766) after staff reported two written protests; the applicant was asked to return with an updated site plan addressing generators and potential noise.
The Planning & Zoning Commission on June 4 tabled a rezoning and specific use permit request for a proposed communications tower after hearing concerns and receiving two written protests.
Development Coordinator Noemi Lopez presented the request to rezone Lot 1 A‑1 (Block 71, Property ID: 233766) from Single‑Family Residential‑7 to Commercial with a specific use permit for an antenna (commercial). The staff report noted two written protests were submitted by nearby property owners.
During the public hearing, Alex Novak, representing the applicant, stated the proposed tower is for Verizon. Property owner William Lee said the parcel had been filled and he considered it unsuitable for a home. Commissioners discussed potential noise from a generator and requested an updated site plan showing any proposed generators or other modifications.
Member Jim Kerlin moved to table the request with a stipulation that an updated site plan addressing generators and noise be submitted when the item returns. Member Freddie Paul seconded; the motion to table passed unanimously. The transcript records the requirement for an updated site plan and that noise be addressed but does not include technical noise studies or detailed generator specifications.
