The purpose of this chapter is to provide a process for permitting the construction and subsequent maintenance of telecommunication systems, including towers and antennas. This process is directed at maintaining a balance between the City's identified right to preserve its land use policies for health, safety, welfare and aesthetics and the Federal government's interest in providing for and spurring competition in the telecommunication arena. All legislation is directed at creating an environment where residents will have the greatest opportunity to benefit from the intent of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 to enhance competition while affecting the City's land use and property values in the least intrusive manner possible.
(Ord. 8329-1997. Passed 4-1-97.)