Union County clarifies cell‑tower ordinance changes; 5‑mile spacing and preferred locations discussed

Jun 22, 2026

County attorney William Mercer summarized small, targeted changes to the cell‑tower ordinance meant to clarify preferred and unpreferred locations; he said towers generally must be five miles apart unless an applicant proves a preferred location is justified, and residents asked about setbacks and disguising towers.

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Before the data‑center ordinance reading, county staff briefly addressed proposed changes to the county's cell‑tower ordinance. The edits are limited and intended to clarify preferred versus unpreferred siting and close loopholes from an earlier version.

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