§ 98-1320. Setbacks and separation distances.

(a)

Setback: The minimum setback for towers except as specified in subsection (c) below, shall be a distance from all site boundaries equal to the height of the tower as measured form the base of such tower.

(b)

Setback for all other communication facilities: Any structure at the communications facility shall meet the yard requirements set forth in the applicable zoning district or shall be ten feet from any site boundary, whichever is greater.

(c)

Residential separation distances: Towers shall be located no closer than 500 feet from property located in the R-1AAA, R-1AA, R-1A, R-1B, R-2, R-3, TR-1 and TRC-1 zoning districts. The minimum distances shall be as measured from the base of the monopole or tower.

(d)

Communication facility separation: In no case shall a tower be allowed closer than 2,000 feet from another communication facility, existing or permitted at the time of the application for approval of such tower; unless the facility is a government owned facility or required by a government contractor with a defense contract.

(Ord. No. 2011-14, § 1, 6-21-2011)