§ 6.0. Aesthetics and lighting.

A.

Towers shall either maintain a galvanized steel finish, or subject to any applicable FAA standards, be painted a neutral color so as to reduce visual obtrusiveness.

B.

The design of the buildings and accessory structures and uses shall, to the extent possible, use materials, colors, textures, screening, and landscaping that will blend the telecommunication facilities to the natural setting and built environment.

C.

If an antenna is installed on a structure other than a tower, the antenna and accessory uses and structures must be of a color that is identical to, or closely compatible with, the color of the supporting structure so as to make the antenna and related facilities as visually unobtrusive as possible.

D.

Towers shall not be artificially lighted, unless required by the FAA or other applicable authority. If lighting is required, the City may review the available lighting alternatives and approve the design that would cause the least disturbance to the surrounding views. Lighting must be shielded or directed to the greatest extent possible so as to minimize the amount of light that falls onto nearby properties, particularly residences.

E.

No portion of any antenna array may extend beyond the property line.

F.

Accessory buildings, cabinets and structures shall not exceed sixteen (16) feet in height, and shall be compatible with the surrounding area.

G.

The city may require a special design of any telecommunications facility where findings of particular sensitivity are made.

(Ord. No. 2016-3, 8-22-2016)