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Vote on a quasi-judicial request to approve by Baker Donelson on behalf of Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless for a new telecommunications tower on Parcel No. 10843 located at 5914 NC 87 N. A waiver from the 199 feet maximum is also requested to increase the height to no more than 300 feet.
ABSTRACT
Action Requested:
Vote on a quasi-judicial request to approve by Baker Donelson on behalf of Cellco Partnership dba Verizon Wireless for a new telecommunications tower on Parcel No. 10843 located at 5914 NC 87 N. A waiver from the 199 feet maximum is also requested to increase the height to no more than 300 feet.
Introduction & Background:
A quasi-judicial public hearing was held November 15, 2021. Planning staff presented the request and Attorney Joshua Rotenstreich, representative for the applicant, was also present and presented the request providing additional clarification of the propagation maps to support the request for the height restriction waiver up to 300 feet to gain more coverage in the area.
Discussion & Analysis:
In reviewing and considering approval of a Special Use Permit, the Board must find that all of the findings of facts shall be supported. Per the Zoning Ordinance "In considering an application for a Special Use permit, the Board of Commissioners shall give due regard that the purpose and intent of this Ordinance shall be served, public safety and welfare secured, and substantial justice done. If the Board should find, after public hearing, the proposed Special Use permit thereof should not be granted, such proposed permit shall be denied."
A community meeting was held September 1, 2021. Three residents attended the meeting, and no concerns were raised based on the community meeting report provided with the application. Planning staff received one phone call from a community member who was in favor of the tower. No concerns were brought forward at the public hearing.
The Technical Review Committee reviewed the request on Novembe...
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