Existing towers, antennas and/or facilities in existence as of the date of the adoption of this section, that do not comply with this section, shall be allowed to continue subject to the following provisions:
(a) Continue in operation for the present use that now exists.
(b) Towers, antennas and facilities hereafter damaged or destroyed due to any reason or cause, may be repaired and restored to their former use, location and physical dimensions upon obtaining a permit and complying with Section 1282.24(e) of this chapter without otherwise complying with this section. However, should the cost of repair to the existing tower to its former use and location exceed 50 percent or more of the cost of a new tower, the tower may not be repaired or restored except with the review and approval of the City Planning Commission per Section 1282.11 of this chapter.
(c) Those facilities not in compliance with the requirements of this section which desire to alter, add service or antennas or erect a replacement tower shall be reviewed by the City Planning Commission. The Commission shall review the facility and is given the authority to alter, waive or modify any of the requirements of this section and Section 1282.11.
(Ord. 04-026. Passed 11-8-04.)