Placement: Resolutions / Quasi-Judicial Hearing
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Resolution 25-R78, Quasi-Judicial, Public Hearing, a Resolution Granting a Special Exception Use to Allow a 150 Foot Monopole Tower in the General Use (GU) Zoning District per Section 158.213 of the Zoning Code of Ordinances for a Project Known as FPL Savannah Substation Cell Tower (P24-131).
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Submitted By: Sofia Trail, Planner I, Planning and Zoning Department
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal of a Smart & Connected City.
Executive Summary (General Business): Applicant requests a Special Exception Use (SEU) to allow a 150-foot-tall monopole wireless communication tower on a 2.52-acre developed parcel within the General Use (GU) zoning district. The project was recommended for approval by the Planning and Zoning Board on November 4, 2025.
Presentation Information: Staff will provide a presentation.
Staff Recommendation: If the Council finds the use consistent with Section 158.260(A) through (L) of the City code, move the City Council approve the resolution with the following conditions of approval:
1. In accordance with Section 158.213 of the Code of Ordinances, interference with the use of radio, television, or telephone broadcasting and reception, as a result of any approved tower or antennae shall be considered a violation of the special exception approving the tower and may result in the revocation of the special exception. Such interference may further be considered a public nuisance, and the city may order abatement of the same including but not limited to, requiring removal of the tower.
2. Any obsolete or unused tower shall be removed after twelve (12) months of non-use. A removal bond or irrevocable letter of credit equal to Fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) shall be required prior to obtaining final site development permits.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the recommendation and approve the resolution.
2. Move that the Council deny the resolution and provide staff with direction.
Background: There is an existing FPL substation located on the site.
Issues/Analysis: See staff report.
Special Consideration: N/A
Location of Project: North of SE Veterans Memorial Parkway and west of US Highway 1
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Exhibit A - Conceptual Site Plan
3. Staff Report
4. SEU Criteria Responses
5. CRA Support Memo
6. Public Works Traffic Memo
7. Application & Agent Authorization
8. Warranty Deed
9. Staff Presentation
NOTE: All of the listed items in the “Attachment” section above are in the custody of the City Clerk. Any item(s) not provided in City Council packets are available upon request from the City Clerk.
Internal Reference Number: 25288-05
Legal Sufficiency Review:
Reviewed by Carly Fabien, Deputy City Attorney. Approved as to Legal form and sufficiency by Richard Berrios, City Attorney.