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Board approves SBA upgrades at 86 Route 20, reiterates foliage and reporting concerns
Summary
The Planning Board unanimously approved SBA's equipment upgrades at 86 Route 20 under Section 6409(a), while reiterating a desire to add foliage/site-impact language to future lease renewals and noting the FCC RFE report has not been provided.
The Chester Planning Board voted unanimously June 25 to approve an SBA request to upgrade equipment at 86 Route 20, which the applicant described as an Eligible Facilities Request under Section 6409(a) of the Spectrum Act of 2012 because it does not change tower height or ground footprint.
Richard Holzman emphasized the need to add foliage and site-impact language when leases are renewed; the board noted the FCC RFE report had not been provided for any years. After discussion, Holzman moved to approve the modification; Muriel Hall seconded and the motion passed with all members voting aye.
The approval is limited to the specific equipment modifications presented and does not authorize any change in tower dimensions. Board members again requested staff follow up on reporting, lease terms, and possible renewal conditions to protect site appearance and community concerns.
