The following requirements apply to all wireless telecommunications facilities regardless of the zoning district in which they are to be located.
(a) Wireless telecommunications facilities that include towers must be located in a non- residential district unless the applicant presents substantial evidence as to why it is not technically feasible or why a location in a residential district is technically mandated. Every effort must be made by the applicant to find the least intrusive location so as to minimize impact on the residential community.
(b) A wireless telecommunications facility is permitted on a property with an existing use which may be any permitted use in the district or any lawful nonconforming use and need not be affiliated with the wireless telecommunications provider. The facility will not be considered an addition to the structure or value of a nonconforming use.
(c) Where technically feasible, an antenna for a wireless telecommunications facility shall be attached to an existing structure or building.
(d) Underground equipment shelters are encouraged and may be mandated by the Planning and Zoning Commission where technically feasible.
(e) The tower shall be painted a non-contrasting gray or similar color minimizing its visibility, unless otherwise required by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
(f) No tower shall be artificially lighted except to assure safety or as required by the FAA. Security lighting around the equipment shelter is permitted.
(g) "No Trespassing" signs shall be posted around the facility with a telephone number of who to contact in the event of an emergency. The number, size and placement of such signs shall be determined by the Administrator.
(h) Underground utility wiring to the site and from the tower to any service or ancillary structures shall be required if technically feasible.
(i) The wireless telecommunications facility shall be fully automated and unattended on a daily basis and shall be visited only for periodic and necessary maintenance or repairs.
(j) Equipment, mobile or immobile, not used in direct support of the facility shall not be stored or parked on the site except in connection with a repair or maintenance being made to the installation.
(k) No supporting wires or cables shall encroach upon any minimum setback requirements.
(l) Existing vegetation, primarily trees and shrubs, shall be preserved to the maximum extent possible.
(Ord. 2019-39. Passed 8-13-19.)