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Planning & Zoning Board January 14, 1998 Page 8 existing structures, adding an antenna could not extend above the existing structure more than the height allowance for that zoning district. Mr. Johnson then asked about criteria for use in considering conditional use permit applications. Mr. Brixius stated that in his opinion demonstration of need would have to be established, and that details of that criteria could be fleshed out if desired. Subsequent sections provide less restrictive requirements for R and R -X areas, which would be permitted personal wireless service antennas as permitted secondary uses, accessory antennas, commercial and public radio /TV and public utility microwave antennas. With respect to industrial and public /semi - public areas, personal wireless antennas will be allowed on support structures as permitted secondary use, and accessory antennas will be allowed as permitted accessory use. The reference to commercial radio antennas should be eliminated, as they will not be allowed as conditional use within commercial districts. Reference to commercial radio antennas should be eliminated, as commercial broadcasting antennas will not be allowed as permitted use within commercial districts. However, additional information is required prior to final decision with regard to what will be permitted within commercial districts. Mr. Wessel indicated that he would bring the issue of antenna towers within industrial districts before EDAB on February 5. Questions which will be considered are whether or not they would be somehow intrusive and possibly inhibit development, and whether or not they would be appropriate in zones adjacent to residential areas. He added that he would bring EDAB's recommendation back to the next meeting of the Planning & Zoning Board. Chair Schaps asked where Lino Lakes is in relation to other cities in the area. Mr. Brixius stated that the concerns of Lino Lakes are not unique. Chair Schaps asked if there are others who have already dealt with the issues and, having gone through the learning experience, could perhaps be used as models. Mr. Brixius mentioned Lakeville, Plymouth and New Hope, all of which have been considered for location of telecommunications facilities, but none of which have ordinances in place. He added that it is not uncommon for providers to look to industrial areas for location of towers and antennas, and that target areas are interstate corridors first with expansion into other areas. Mr. Herr asked if a technical study is planned. He pointed out that the City of Bloomington has put together significant information which it has already shared with approximately 80 communities. However, since Lino Lakes has no opportunity for locating antennas on buildings, it cannot compare to cities such as Bloomington except to get an idea of the additional challenges for this community in providing adequate service coverage. Mr. Brixius mentioned a collaboration by the northwestern suburban • • • a