Telecommunications Facility Conditional Use Permit
Summary
AT&T requested a permit to build a 90-foot cell tower disguised as an elm tree near South Rooks Road and MC 85. After nearby pilots raised safety concerns about its proximity to a private airstrip, the applicant moved the tower further north to meet FAA guidelines.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private investment by AT&T to improve wireless infrastructure.
Area residents and businesses receiving improved cellular coverage.
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Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning and Zoning Commission - Sep 22, 2026
AT&T and Public Safety Towers proposed a 75-foot faux-tree cell tower near Miller Road and Broadway Road to improve coverage and support FirstNet public safety communications.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Jan 27, 2026
AT&T requested a permit to build a 90-foot cell tower disguised as an elm tree near South Rooks Road and MC 85. After nearby pilots raised safety concerns about its proximity to a private airstrip, the applicant moved the tower further north to meet FAA guidelines.
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