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depends on a grid of antennas arranged in a geographically exact pattern. A "Cell" is created by an antenna and serves as the link between the customer and the system while the customer is within that particular cell. The technical aspects of fitting a cell site into the grid pattern dictates a small search area for new antenna sites. The location of PCS wireless antenna towers is very sensitive to latitude and longitude. The search area is further refined by analyzing topographical features in a sophisticated computer modeling that also takes into account neighboring antenna sites and predicted coverage of the new cell. If a PCS wireless antenna cannot be located within the search area then two towers or sites may have to be built instead of one. Land use impacts will be minimized if PCS antenna towers can be located according to the grid blueprint. PROPOSED USE APT is proposing to construct a 40 meter, self supporting tower with a triangular platform at the top. Up to nine (9) directional panel antennas (77" high x 6" wide x 1.5 "deep) which operates within the 1.9 GHz to 2.2 GHz radio frequency range. The overall height will be 151.5 feet. Unmanned, prefabricated, ground based equipment cabinets measuring approximately 5' high x 3' wide x 3' deep will be located adjacent to the tower. Typically these weather- proof, self - contained equipment cabinets are connected to the antennas by 1 5/8' cable (each antenna requires one cable run). The communication equipment requires 100 amp, 220 volt, single phase electrical service. The antennas should not be required to be lighted according to FAA requirements. The antennas will transmit and receive low power wireless radio signals. ZONING AND CONDITIONAL USE STANDARDS That the establishment, maintenance or operation of the conditional use will not be detrimental to or endanger the public health, safety, morals, comfort or general welfare. This site will enhance public safety and welfare because it will enable APT to bring this new PCS wireless technology to Minneapolis. The ability to transmit data such as fax, paging, computer data and video transmission will open a whole new way for business, individuals and government services to communicate. Police can use PCS wireless fax machines as part of their drug enforcement program to obtain immediate search warrants when illegal activity is observed without leaving the scene. Firefighters can receive faxed Page 66