3.11.1 Definitions

The following list of definitions are provided to add clarification to this section. If further clarification of this section is required it will be given by the Board of Adjustment. Antenna - A transmitting or receiving device used in telecommunications that radiates or captures radio signals. Guyed Wire Tower - An open steel frame supported by guyed wires which extend 80% of the height of the structure away from the structure. Lattice Tower - A self supporting, multiple sided, open steel frame structure used to support telecommunications equipment. Low Power Radio Services Facility - An unmanned structure which consists of equipment used primarily for the transmission, reception or transfer of voice or data through radio wave or wireless transmissions. Such sites typically require the construction of transmission support structures to which antenna equipment is attached. Monopole - A single cylindrical steel or wood pole that acts as the support structure for antennas. Roof Mounted Antenna - An antenna or series of antennas mounted on an existing roof, mechanical room or penthouse of a building. Wall Mounted Antenna - An antenna or series of antennas mounted against the vertical wall of a building or structure. Whip Antenna - An antenna that is cylindrical in shape that can be directional or omnidirectional and vary in size depending upon the frequency and gain for which they are designed. All applications for approval of a low power radio tower or cellular or PCS facility shall be approved in writing by the planning commission.