For the purpose of this code, the following words and phrases used in this chapter shall have the meanings set forth below:
(a) Colocation. The use of a wireless telecommunications facility by more than one (1) wireless telecommunications provider or by one provider for more than one type of telecommunication technology.
(b) Monopole. A single, slender and typically cylindrical, vertical structure to which telecommunication antennas or antenna support structures are affixed.
(c) Technically Suitable. The location of a wireless telecommunication antenna that reasonably serves the purpose for which it is intended within the bandwidth of frequencies for which the owner or operator of the antenna has been licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to operate without a significant loss of communication capability within developed areas of the City. [Moved to 1143]
(d) Telecommunication. Technology permitting the transmission of information from the sender to one (1) or more receivers in a usable form by means of any electromagnetic system.
(e) Wireless Telecommunication Antenna. An antenna system mounted on a tower or other structure designed to transmit or receive communications as authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) excluding amateur radio operator antennas.
(f) Wireless Telecommunication Equipment Building. The structure in which the electronic receiving and relay equipment for a wireless telecommunication facility is housed.
(g) Wireless Telecommunication Facility. A facility consisting of the equipment, building(s), tower, antenna(s) and other structures involved in receiving telecommunications or radio signals from a mobile radio communications source and transmitting those signals to a central switching computer which connects the mobile unit with the land based telephone lines.
(h) Wireless Telecommunication Tower. A tower including but not limited to self-supporting lattice or monopole which elevates the wireless communication antenna and may include accessory transmission and receiving equipment.
(Ord. 3273. Passed 5-9-24.)