In addition to accomplishing the general purposes of the land use development ordinance and the comprehensive plan, the purpose of this chapter is to set forth the regulations for the placement, development, permitting, and removal of personal wireless communications facilities including support structures and antennas. These standards were designed to comply with the Telecommunications Act of 1996. They are intended to protect property values and minimize visual impact while furthering the development of enhanced telecommunication services in the city.

The provisions of this chapter are not intended to and shall not be interpreted to prohibit or to have the effect of prohibiting personal wireless services. This chapter shall not be applied in such a manner as to unreasonably discriminate between providers of functionally equivalent personal wireless services.

In reviewing any application to provide personal wireless service or to install personal wireless service facilities, the city shall act within a reasonable period of time, taking into account the nature and scope of the application and the required notice and review process. Any decision to deny an application shall be in writing, supported by substantial evidence contained in a written record. [Ord. 1998-07-057].