All towers, antenna support structures and wireless communications facilities, any portion of which is 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 communications 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 with the provisions of this chapter.
(a) New Towers and Antennas. All new tower and antenna sites and facilities within the City of Pickerington shall be subject to these regulations.
(b) Pre-Existing Towers or Antennas. Pre-existing towers or pre-existing antennas shall not be required to meet the requirements of this chapter other than the requirements of Sections 1294.16, 1294.17, and 1294.08(k), (1), and (m). No additions, alterations or modifications shall be made to any pre-existing wireless communication towers or antennas facilities that do not comply with this chapter without Planning and Zoning Commission review and approval except for repairs and routine maintenance.
(Ord. 2014-27. Passed 8-5-14.)