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. . CASE #87-28; SUP Council was referred to Planner's report, 8-26-87, and ANTENNA, 1541 Planning Commission Hinutes, 9-2-87, relative to the EDGEWATER, lAHNKE Special Use Permit application for a Radio Antenna at 1541 Idgewater Avenue, Joseph Kshnke. Planner Hiller explained the applicant is proposing to install an amateur radio ~tenna in the rear yard of his home; 35 ft. in height, 2 inches in diameter, does not require guy wires, and will. be located approximately 35 ft. from his home and from each side lot line. The tower will be approximately 60 ft. from the rear lot line and, in case of windfall, it would clear the house and adjacent properties. ~iller discussed the aesthetic. of the tower and noted that the tower will be visible from adjacent propertie. end residents acrosa the .treet, however, because of the scala of this antenna, it would have no Ireater impact than a regular TV antenna or a flaspole. Hiller advised that the Plannins Commi.sion had recommended approval and reViewed the conditions atipulated. Joaeph lahnke, 1541 Edsewater, was present to an.wer any questions. Council queationed if there would be aclditional apparatua on the antenna. lahnke explained that he was not certain at this time; it would depend on reception. He commented that if extensions were to be added at a later date, they would be approximately 14 feet vertically, with rods meaauring 1 inch in . diameter. Winiecki .sked if . 14 ft. apan would be the largest the antenna would aupport. lahnke at.ted that was correct. Council discussed whether or not the antenna would interfere with radio or television reception in the area. Winiecki commented it vas clearly pointed out at. the Planning Commission meeting that the low level transmission does not interfere vith either radio or television reception. Planner Miller advised he has had discussions with experts who stated if appropriate equipment is used that ahould not be a problem; he is not aware of any complaints siven those currently operating in the City. Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, September 14, 1987 - Page 4 ~ CASE #87-28 (Cont'd) There was discussion relative to recourse if neighborhood complaints are received relative to interference with reception. . Hoved by Hansen, seconded by Winiecki, that Council approve the Special Uae Permit for Amateur Radio Antenna at 1541 Idsewater Avenue, Joseph lahnke, contingent upon the. antenna not exceeding 35 feet in height, 2 inches in diameter, with no suy wires, with no horizontal mast attached, to be located according to the plan auhmitted by the applicant, and that the permit would expires upon lapse of lahnke'a FCC license or his vacating the premises, whichever comes first. Motion carried unanimously. (4-0)