Wireless Communication Facilities Ordinance

The Wireless Communication Facilities Ordinance establishes regulations pertaining to the location, siting, development, design and permitting of wireless communications facilities for all zones existing in this City in order to facilitate the development of a wireless communications infrastructure in the City for commercial, public and emergency uses, and protect the health, safety, welfare and aesthetic concerns of the public.

Development Regulations for Wireless Communication Facilities on Private Property and in Public Parks

A. Aerials

Aerials shall not exceed a height of 55 feet above finished grade measured at the mast base, unless otherwise provided in accordance with Section 19.136.050, Specific Site Development Regulations.

B. Antenna

  1. An antenna consisting of a single vertical element not more than four inches in diameter in lieu of a horizontal arrangement shall be exempt from the height restriction.
  2. Antennas and/or guy wires shall not overlap adjoining properties and shall not encroach upon an easement without the written consent of the owner of the easement which shall be attached to the application for a building permit.

C. Masts and Towers

  1. Wood towers shall not be erected.
  2. The number of towers, and detached masts exceeding eight inches in diameter at the base and thirty feet in height above ground level, shall be limited as follows:
Lot Size Maximum Number of Towers and Detached Masts
< 30,000 square feet One
≥ 30,000 square feet Two
Additional towers, and detached masts, above two, not meeting the criteria stated in Section 19.136.040(C)(2) require permits in accord with Section 19.136.080, Permitting Procedures and Conditions of Approval.
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