These regulations are established to provide for the construction and use of wireless telecommunication towers and facilities as permitted uses or special uses, depending on the location in which they are proposed to be located. The purpose of these regulations is to find suitable locations in the City which will balance the competing interests created by the Federal Telecommunication Act of 1996, Pub. L. 104-104, and the interests of the City in regulating wireless telecommunication towers, antennae and related facilities. Specifically, these regulations are intended to permit reasonable development options for wireless telecommunication facilities consistent with the Telecommunications Act of 1996 in a manner which will:
(a) Protect property values.
(b) Provide for orderly and safe development within the City.
(c) Protect the scenic and visual character of the community.
(d) Minimize any adverse affects on the residential properties, parks, open spaces and the non-intensive commercial zoning districts of the City.
(e) Promote co-location of wireless telecommunication facilities in order to decrease the number of towers in the City.
(Ord. 58-01. Passed 5-29-01.)