§ 8175-5.20.12.1. Facility modifications subject to a zoning clearance.

The following modifications to an existing wireless communication facility may be processed with a zoning clearance:

(a)

Replacement of wireless communication facility equipment mounted on an existing support structure when no modifications are made to the support structure and the design and physical dimensions of the equipment decreases or remains the same. The replacement of equipment does not include replacement of the tower, pole, or base station.

(b)

Collocations that are included in and authorized by the existing permit.

(c)

Collocation on an existing building-concealed facility that is subject to an existing County permit, or an increase to the size of existing antennas within a building-concealed facility that is subject to an existing County permit, when the proposed modifications do not result in changes to the external features of the building-concealed facility (such as a building's architectural features) and when the proposed wireless communication facility equipment remains hidden within the building-concealed facility.

(d)

Modifications to equipment located within, and visually hidden by, an existing equipment shelter or cabinet, such as replacing parts and other equipment accessories provided that the size of the equipment does not exceed the size of existing equipment. Modification or replacement of an existing back-up generator shall be in compliance with maximum noise levels specified by the permit. These modifications to equipment and operations do not include replacement of the tower, pole, or base station.

(Ord. No. 4498, § 3, 12-6-2016)