1147.04 APPLICABILITY.

   All towers, antenna support structures and Wireless Communication Facilities, any portion of which are located within the City, are subject to this Chapter. The provisions of this Chapter are to be supplemented by specific regulations for the zoning districts in which such towers, support structures and Wireless Communication Facilities are located. Except as provided in this Chapter, any use being made of a pre-existing tower or antenna support structure on the effective date of this Chapter (herein referred to as “Nonconforming Structures”) shall be allowed to continue, even if in conflict with this Chapter. All re-construction or modifications to a Nonconforming Structure being undertaken shall be required to conform to the provisions of this Chapter.

   (a)   New Towers and Antennas: All new tower and antenna sites and facilities within City of Dover shall be subject to these regulations.

      (b)   Preexisting Towers or Antennas: Preexisting towers or preexisting antennas shall not be required to meet the requirements of this Chapter other than the requirements of Section 1147.05(b)(1)C., D., E., Section 1147.17 and 1147.18. No additions, alterations or modifications shall be made to any preexisting wireless communication towers or antennas facilities that do not comply with this Chapter without Planning Commission review and approval except for repairs and routine maintenance.
(Ord. 73-00. Passed 1-2-01.)