(a) Any wireless telecommunications facility that is not in operation for a continuous period of twelve (12) months shall be considered an abandoned facility. If negotiations are pending with a service provider to place equipment at the facility, a letter of intent shall be provided to the City of Lewisburg prior to the expiration of the twelve (12) months.
(b) The owner of an abandoned facility shall be notified in writing of an order to remove the facility within no less than ninety (90) calendar days of receipt of the written notice. Failure to remove the wireless telecommunication facility within ninety (90) calendar days shall be grounds to remove the wireless telecommunications facility at the owner's expense and may use the surety to pay this expense. If two or more users occupy a single tower or alternative support structure, this provision shall not become effective until all users cease using the tower or alternative support structure.
(c) The City of Lewisburg requires the posting of surety before commencement of construction of an approved wireless telecommunication facility to ensure removal after the facility is no longer being used. The owner of the facility may apply to the City of Lewisburg for release of the surety only when the facility and related equipment are removed by the owner to the satisfaction of the City of Lewisburg.
(Ord. 319. Passed 6-18-24.)