Small Cell Antennas in the City's Rights-of-Way
Resources and Links
- Ordinance authorizing Installation of Telecommunication Equipment in City Right-of-Way
- Regulations for Installation of Telecommunication Equipment in City Right-of-Way
- Permit Application for Installation of Telecommunication Equipment in City Right-of-Way
Contact Info
Daryl Braithwaite
Director of Public Works
Phone: 301-891-7615
Email: DarylB@takomaparkmd.gov
As a result of increased demand for wireless broadband service and developments in wireless communications technology, cellular service providers have begun installing small short-range antennas as part of their network. While the Montgomery County Zoning Ordinance regulates the installation of antennas on private property in the City, the City can regulate installations in City rights-of-way.
Federal law requires that local governments allow the installation of small antennas and related equipment in their rights-of-way and limits their authority to regulate the installations and the fees they may charge for installation permit applications, for use of the right of way, and for attachment to government-owned poles.
The City Council enacted legislation to regulate some aspects of cell tower installation within the right of way including location, placement, aesthetics, notification process, and fees. Montgomery County zoning codes govern where wireless telecommunication facilities can be sited on private property and governs setbacks from dwellings. The Ordinance and Regulations can be found in the Links section below.
Registered Small Cell Antennas
| Date received | Date certified complete | Location | Public Meeting time/date/location | Initial RF / Annual RF | Application Documents |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-02-01 | 2023-02-23 | 1006 Larch Avenue | TBD | TBD | Application Proposed Location FCC RF Compliance Assessment and Report Structural Analysis Report Construction Drawings Heat map Technical Description PEPCO Notice to Proceed Proof of Insurance Assertion of Shot Clock |
| 2019-07-16 | 09/10/19 | 902 Merrimac Drive | 7:30 pm, September 30th, 7500 Maple Avenue, Auditorium | TBD | Application FCC RF Compliance Assessment and Report 2022 RF Compliance Report Structural Analysis Report Construction Drawings Heat map showing current use volume 902 Merrimac Permit |
| Future Planned | Future Planned | Two year look ahead | NA | NA | Crown Castle Proposed Site List Crown Castle Proposed Site Map |
