Cell Tower at Kilburn
Aesthetics and Property Values
The cell phone towers have a negative impact on the aesthetics of the neighborhood and are having a negative impact on our property values. Each cell phone carrier is increasing the size of the towers and raising their height. These towers are now over 50 feet high and very unsightly. There should be a limit to the height and size of these towers so that our property values are not negatively impacted.
Construction Issues
The construction of these towers is very disruptive to the neighborhood. Each cell phone provider spends months constructing the tower and often trenches the street several times. Those living near the tower have to deal with construction vehicles and noise during the entire construction period.
Fire Risk
The towers are increasing the fire risk to the neighborhood. These cell towers often have emergency generators, diesel fuel or gasoline on site. Diesel fuel or gasoline on site will increase the fire hazard we face.
Environmental Documentation
The residents did not have a chance to comment on the environmental documentation because the notification requirement is only 300 feet. This means only one resident was notified.