Tower and antenna 50 feet or less in height shall be permitted to locate in all zoning districts, that are an accessory use to the property, such as, but not limited to, TV antenna, telecommunication tower, or satellite dish. HAM radio towers and antenna 150 feet or less in height shall be permitted to locate in all zoning districts. The Safety Service Director shall issue the necessary permits upon compliance with the applicable requirements and payment of a permit fee of ten dollars ($10.00). However, if in the opinion of the Safety Service Director, should these requirements not be satisfied or the proposal is not within the limits of these requirements, the City Planning Commission approval shall be required and be governed in accordance with the following requirements:
(a) All tower types shall be permitted.
(b) Antenna height shall be permitted up to 50 feet.
(c) Minimum setbacks to base of tower and supporting gut wires shall be five feet set back to all side and rear lot lines. Thirty feet front yard setback shall be required.
(d) All safety issues shall be addressed to include, but not be limited to, abutting properties and buildings. This includes the design of the tower and antenna to building safety standards and accepted methods. If necessary, documentation shall be provided to support the standards and methods used.
(e) Existing accessory structures or buildings shall be used to house the equipment.
(f) A building or structure to be constructed for the purpose of housing the equipment shall comply with the requirements of the zoning district they are placed in.
(Ord. 04-026. Passed 11-8-04.)