The document summarizes a request for a special exception to allow a new 100-foot telecommunication tower to be constructed on vacant land south of 3251 SW 26th Terrace. The tower would be disguised as a flag pole and enclosed with landscaping and an 8-foot wall. More than one user would utilize the structure, necessitating the 100-foot height. On December 16, 2009 the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval, and staff recommends approval if FAA approval is obtained for the location and height.

1. City Commission T-Mobile Cell Tower located on the northeast side of property immediately south of 3251 SW 26th Terrace.

2. Property Information ZONING: IROM FUTURE LAND USE: Industrial This applicant had previously requested an antenna on a property immediately south of I-595. The new location is west of SW 26 Terrace. This site is south of Sun Recycling and is currently vacant, although a site plan is approved for the site. The proposed location will eliminate some parking spaces and required landscaping from the previously approved DJP site plan & may interfere with the proposed dumpster enclosure at the north east corner of the property. The property owner has submitted a letter indicating that he is aware that locating the antenna at this location will require a site plan modification.

4. Special Exception To allow a new telecommunication tower to be constructed. The proposed mechanical equipment will be approximately 25 – 30’ from SW 26 Terrace. The tower will appear as a flag pole in an effort to hide the antennas. Lighting to illuminate the flag has not been provided by the applicant. The tower and associated equipment will be enclosed with landscaping and an 8’ tall wall finished matching the proposed building and opaque access gate. The applicant has indicated that more than one user will be utilizing the structure and therefore is requesting the 100’ height.

5. Proposed Landscaping

6. Planning and Zoning Board Previous Action On December 16, 2009 the Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of the special exception request. Staff Recommendation Approval, provided the application obtains written approval from FAA regarding the location and height of the proposed antenna prior to issuance of a building permit.