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Planning & Zoning Board <br />December 10, 1997 <br />Page 12 <br />Mr. Robinson pointed out that this procedure has been used in the past, and that the <br />subject property meets the criteria for such action. <br />Mr. Herr made a MOTION to approve the North Suburban Development minor <br />subdivision, and was supported by Mr. Gelbmann. Motion carried 6 -0, with Mr. <br />Robinson abstaining. <br />Chair Schaps called for a recess at 7:58 p.m. <br />The meeting was reconvened at 8:09 p.m. <br />E. Continuation of Public Hearing, Telecommunication Ordinance <br />Mr. Brixius presented a revised draft amendment to the Zoning Ordinance, specifically <br />addressing the following issues raised after review of the amendment draft dated <br />September 3, 1997: <br />1. Antenna towers are allowed only in the City's industrial and public /semi- <br />public zoning districts (via administrative permit). Such location allowances <br />are anticipated to allow PCS and cellular coverage of the entire City based <br />upon a two -mile radius. The erection of antennas upon existing buildings and <br />structures remains allowable in all zoning districts. <br />2. Within PSP zoning districts tower setbacks must equal the height of the <br />antenna. <br />3. Within industrial zoning districts tower setbacks must likewise be equal to the <br />height of the tower. Exceptions to such setback are, however, allowed upon <br />demonstration of a collapsible tower design. <br />4. To further promote co- location, the tower search area requirement has been <br />increased from one -half to one mile. <br />Mr. Brixius pointed out that tower heights have thus far been established at 100 feet for at <br />least 2 antennas, and 120 feet if an additional antenna is accommodated. He suggested <br />that additional consideration of taller towers may be appropriate based on the concept of <br />broader range /fewer towers. <br />Mr. Dunn requested clarification that by adding 15 feet of antenna to an existing structure <br />the maximum allowable building would not be exceeded. Mr. Brixius explained that the <br />15 feet is allowable beyond the maximum building height. <br />Mr. Dunn asked about placement of antennas within all zoning districts. Mr. Brixius <br />explained that antennas are proposed to be allowable within any district so long as they <br />blend in with existing structures. He clarified that the construction of towers will be <br />restricted. With respect to attachment of antennas to existing structures, it is unlikely that <br />• <br />• <br />• <br />