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PLANNING SERVICES
Meeting:
GENERAL PURPOSE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
Date: Monday, November18, 2002 I)I;J...
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Subject:
POLICIES FOR NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA AND TOWERS
RECOMMENDATIONS:
It is respectfully recommended that the General Purpose and Administration Committee
recommend to Council the following:
1. THAT Report PSD-116-02 be received; and
2, THAT the policies for New Telecommunications Antenna and Towers on Attachment 1
be approved; and
3. THAT Mr. Alex Shephard, M.P., Mr. John O'Toole, M.P.P, Industry Canada, Rogers
AT&T Wireless, Bell Mobility, Microcell, Telus Mobility and Mr. Stephen D'Agostino be
advised of Council's decision.
Submitted by:
D vi . Crome, MCIP, R.P.P.
Director of Planning Services
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Reviewed by: U ~ \::.A) k
Franklin Wu,
Chief Administrative Officer
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November 7,2002
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1,0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 The recent advancements in wireless telecommunication technology have resulted in
the rapid growth of the telecommunications industry. Industry Canada, under the
Radio-communication Act is responsible for radio and telecommunications in Canada.
In addition to issuing licenses to radio and telecommunications carriers, they also
approve the installation of the infrastructure, including antennas and towers. Local
municipalities do not have the constitutional authority to prohibit telecommunication
antenna or towers through the Planning Act.
1.2 There are 20 telecommunications towers in the Municipality of Clarington. The
majority of them have been erected in the last three years. During this time, the
Municipality has received a number of complaints regarding the location of these
towers and the lack of consultation with surrounding landowners prior to their
installation. In response to the concerns, Planning Services Staff met with
representatives from Industry Canada to explore opportunities to minimize the impact
of antenna and towers and to notify the public. Industry Canada does require carriers
to consult with local land use authorities (municipalities) and encourages public
consultation. Federal authorities also encourage municipalities to develop protocols to
assist carriers in seeking the optimal locations for towers and to provide a procedural
framework for their installation and public consultation.
The purpose of this report is to:
. Provide an overview of federal procedures with respect to establishing new
towers and significant antenna;
. Provide an overview Official Plan policies and provisions in the Zoning By-law
as it relates to telecommunications and current practices for permitting new
telecommunications towers in Clarington;
. Recommend policies for new telecommunication towers and significant antenna
structures; and
. Provide an overview of the consultation process with Industry Canada and the
four main carriers.
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2.0 FEDERAL PROCEDURES
2.1 Industry Canada approves licenses to radio and telecommunication carriers to operate
and authorizes the locations antenna and towers. Carriers wishing to establish new
towers and significant antenna must do the following:
. consult with the local land-use authority;
. consult with Transport Canada where applicable to ensure antenna structures
comply with painting and lighting requirements for aeronautical safety;
. ensure that telecommunications facilities are installed and operate in a manner
that complies with Health Canada's limits of exposure to radio-frequency fields
emissions; and
. where Industry Canada authorizes a specific site for a telecommunication
facility, undertake an environmental assessment to comply with the Canadian
Environmental Assessment Act.
2.2 Consultation with Local Land-use Authorities
Industry Canada wants to work together to find mutually agreed upon locations for
new antennas or towers. As such, it has defined roles for the local land use
authorities, the carrier and itself.
The land-use authority has an opportunity to influence the location of the tower, not
only from a land-use compatibility perspective but from the community's perspective. It
cannot however, prohibit the installation of a tower or a significant antenna.
The carrier is required to consult with local land-use municipalities on the proposal,
consider local concerns and if required seek altemative solutions. The carrier must
provide a written attestation to Industry Canada that they have consulted with the local
authority and have obtained their concurrence. The carrier must also outline any
concerns and how they were addressed.
Industry Canada approves the location of a telecommunication facility. If the carrier
and the land-use authority cannot reach an agreement, then Industry Canada will
ultimately decide as to what actions need to by taken based on the information
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provided by both parties. Industry Canada expects the land-use authority to make its
views known to a proponent within 60 days. All aspects of the consultation should be
completed with 120 days.
2.3 Industry Canada is encouraging more communities to create policies to ensure there
is a relatively consistent manner in which telecommunications towers are evaluated
and the public is notified. Each one provides direction for optimal location for towers
and antenna, site design and layout, a public consultation process and approvals.
There are a number of communities in Ontario with existing protocols. At the present
time, there are 14 communities in Central Ontario that are drafting policies.
3.0 CURRENT MUNICIPAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE
3.1 The Clarington Official Plan states the location of new utility facilities andlor corridors
are generally permitted within any land use however, communications towers for
radio, cable TV, and phone transmissions are not permitted within or adjacent to any
residential areas or Central Areas.
3.2 Section 3.17 of the Comprehensive Zoning By-law states that the provisions of the by-
law shall not apply to prohibit the use of any lot or the erection or use of any building
or structure for the purposes of public services provided by any public authority
including the Government of Canada. It also includes private utility companies
operating under licence. As such, telecommunications towers are permitted in all
zones.
3.3 At the present time, the Planning Services Department requests telecommunications
carriers to apply for Site Plan Approval, for towers and equipment shelters. The carrier
must submit an application, drawings and fees for processing. The carrier is then
required to enter into a development agreement and meet conditions which may be
imposed. The Site Plan Application is processed under Section 41 of the Planning Act.
The Building Division also requires carriers to apply and receive a building permit for
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both the tower and equipment shelter or a significant antenna. However, a tower,
antenna or equipment shelter is not subject to Ontario Building Code and does not
require a building permit. Until recently, the carriers have been following these
procedures without reluctance. However, in the course of developing this new policy,
the carriers have indicated that they will not continue to seek approvals under the
Planning Act.
4.0 NEW POLICY FOR TELECOMMUNICATION ANTENNAS AND TOWERS
4.1 The purpose of the policy and procedure is to provide direction for selecting
appropriate locations for telecommunications antenna and towers, which ultimately
minimizes the number of such facilities and their visual impact, allowing for public
input and providing a straight-forward process for the carrier for the installation of
these facilities. (See Attachment 1)
The highlights of the policy are noted below.
Location and Sitina Criteria
. The use of one or more antenna on a tower, or co-location, is favourable as
is locating adjacent to existing towers or hydro transmission towers.
. Maximizing distances from residential areas, community and institutional
uses, historical downtown areas and waterfronts.
. Towers should be located a minimum of 100m away from any existing
residences.
. Avoiding areas of visual prominence and vistas.
. The use of various of methods to "camouflage" antenna and towers is
encouraged, such as placing antenna in church steeples, flag poles, tree-
like structures or any other everyday features.
. Care shall be taken in the placement, style and colour of antenna and
equipment shelters on existing buildings.
. Maintaining a minimum 15 metres from road allowances.
Public Consultation
. The carrier is required provide notice to landowners in a prescribed area
around the subject site and shall hold a public information centre prior to the
installation of a tower. Planning Staff will attend for observation purposes.
. The carriers will provide all relevant site drawings and pictures of the
location and proposed tower superimposed on the photograph.
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Approvals
. The Municipality will not issue any approvals either through site plan or
building permit. The carrier will be required to submit an application for site
plan approval for administrative purposes only. Applications will not be
processed under the Planning Act.
. The Director of Planning Services will issue a Letter of Recommendation to
the carrier and Industry Canada to indicate that the carrier has consulted
with the Municipality. Such letter will be issued within 60 days of the date the
site plan application is submitted or when the carrier submits a Letter of
Understanding to the Municipality's satisfaction which addresses various
issues that may be applicable such as submitting structural drawings and
engineering reports, entrance permits, security deposits and cash-in-Iieu for
parkland dedication.
5.0 COMMENTS
5.1 Staff prepared these policies to ensure that installation of telecommunications towers
and significant antenna are treated and processed in a consistent manner. Staff have
consulted with representatives of Industry Canada and the four major carriers, being
Bell Mobility, Microcell Connexions, Rogers AT &T Wireless and Telus Mobility, on
several occasions throughout drafting these policies.
5.2 The carriers felt that the Municipality's earlier draft policy imposed requirements and
processes that relied on the Planning Act and Building Code Act, which are not
applicable to federally regulated infrastructure. In addition, they felt that the "zoning
type language" was too prescriptive. The policy should not prohibit towers in certain
land use designations prescribed in the Clarington Official Plan, nor should it impose
unrealistic setbacks from residential uses, or limit the use of tower types or restrict
their heights. The carriers did not want to enter into development agreements
because it was similar to requirements under the Planning Act and it added on too
much time to the approvals process. The carriers indicated towers needed to be
located in areas of higher population such as residential, commercial, industrial areas
and adjacent to major roads. To prohibit them in these areas would eliminate service
to their clients. Telus Mobility, in particular was very concerned since they provide
service to the Durham Regional Police, which needs a reliable wireless service in all
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locations. In addition, limiting the tower types and heights to monopoles in populated
areas, would require the installation of more towers because they cannot support
additional antenna.
5.3 Staff addressed the carriers concerns' by making the policy less prescriptive and more
generalized with respect to the locational and siting requirements. The policy relies on
the desire of the carriers to work with the Municipality and avoid situations where there
is conflict with residents.
5.4 Carriers will also be required to provide a Letter of Undertaking, rather than a
development agreement, which ensures that certain works will be completed but
eliminates the need to register any agreement on title and reduces the timeline for
approval. The Municipality's Solicitor is assisting with the preparation of standard
Letter of Undertaking.
5.5 The carriers were satisfied with the public consultation process outline in the policy.
Staff feel that we have addressed their issues in a satisfactory manner, while meeting
our own objectives with respect to land use compatibility and public notification.
5.6 On October 31, 2002 Industry Minister Allan Rock announced a national consultation
review of Industry Canada's antenna tower policy and siting procedures to begin early
next year. According to Staff at Industry Canada the review may take one to two years
and involve consultation with the carriers, wireless telecommunications users and
various departments and agencies of the federal, provincial and local governments.
Industry Canada encouraged Clarington to continue to proceed with approval of this
policy but suggested that it may need some amendments depending on the conclusion
of the federal government's review (see Attachment 2).
6.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
6.1 The creation of Council approved new policies and procedures, provides a predictable
criteria for siting towers and antenna and affords the public an opportunity for input. It
is respectfully recommended that the Policy contained in Attachment 1 be
APPROVED.
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Attachments
Attachment 1
Attachment 2
New Telecommunications Antenna and Towers Policy
Industry Canada Website Article on National Antenna Tower Policy Review
Interested parties to be advised of Council's decision:
Mr. Jack Hills
Rogers AT&T Wireless
1 Mount Pleasant Road
10th Floor
Toronto, Ontario
M4 Y 2Y5
Mr. James Kennedy
Telus Mobility
Real Estate and Government Affairs
200 Consilium Place, Suite 600
Scarborough, Ontario
M1 H 2J3
Mr. Dave Yaromich
Bell Mobility
2920 Matheson Blvd. East
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 5J4
Mr. Watson Reed
Industry Canada
55 St. Clair Avenue East
9th Floor, Room 909
Toronto, Ontario
M4T 1M2
Mitch St. Jacques
Industry Canada
55 St. Clair Avenue East
9th Floor, Room 909
Toronto, Ontario
M4T 1M2
Bill Reoch
Microcell Connexions Inc.
20 Bay Street
Suite 1601
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 2N8
Andrew Walker
Microcell Connexions Inc.
20 Bay Street
Suite 1601
Toronto, Ontario
M5J 2N8
Stephen J. D'Agostino
Thomson Rogers
Suite 3100
390 Bay Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5H 1W2
Mr. Alex Shephard MP
116 Water STreet
Port Perry, ON
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Mr. John O'Toole, MPP
75 King Street East
Bowmanville, Ontario
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ATTACHMENT 1
PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENTAL POLICY
SUBSECTION:
DEVELOPMENT GENERAL
PSD.D01
APPROVED BY: Council
SUBJECT: NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ANTENNA AND TOWERS
DATE APPROVED! UPDATED:
INTRODUCTION:
In order to keep pace with the demand for telecommunications service, there has been a dramatic
increase in the number of telecommunications towers erected across the Municipality of Clarington and
more are anticipated in the coming years.
Industry Canada, the approval authority for regulating telecommuni::ations facilities, ensures that
municipalities are consulted prior to the erection of towers and significant antenna structures. The role of
the Municipality of Clarington is to provide comments with respect to land use compatibility. The
Municipality has no constitutional authority to regulate or prohibit telecommunications facilities.
PURPOSE:
To establish policies and procedures for the installation of new telecommunication antennas and towers
which emphasize the following:
. Selecting locations for telecommunication facilities which ultimately minimizes the number of such
facilities and their visual impact;
. Allowing input from the public; and
. Providing a straight-forward process for the installation of new telecommunications facilities.
POLICIES:
1. Definitions
Antenna shall mean a device for transmitting and receiving electromagnetic waves, wireless
communications signals or other communication signals.
Alternative tower structures shall mean man-made support structures that camouflage or conceal the
presence of antennas or towers such as flagpoles, clock towers, church steeples, street lights, artificial
trees and other everyday features.
Co-location shall mean the placement of one or more antenna on the same telecommunication tower
or alternative tower structures.
Equipment Shelter shall mean a structure containing equipment necessary to transmit and receive
signals.
Telecommunications Facilities shall mean telecommunication tower and!or antenna and an equipment
shelter.
Telecommunications Towers shall mean structures designed and constr4cted to support one or more
antennas, including lattice towers, monopoles and guyed towers.
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PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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DEVELOPMENT GENERAL
PSD-D01
APPROVED BY: Council
SUBJECT: NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ANTENNA AND TOWERS
DATE APPROVEDI UPDATED:
SUBSECTION:
2. Site Selection For New Telecommunication Towers
a) The installation of new telecommunications facilities is discouraged unless all other options within
the carriers search area have been explored and are considered not viable. The preferred
methods of achieving additional capacity are:
i. Co-location on existing towers or structures;
ii. Location on hydro transmission towers;
iii. Location of towers within or adjacent to hydro transmission corridors;
iv. Use of alternative tower structures; and
v. Clustering adjacent to existing telecommunication facilities.
b) Telecommunications facilities shall be located in a manner which minimizes its visual impacts.
When locating a new telecommunication facility the following shall considered:
i. There shall be no negative impact on significant natural features or hazard land areas;
ii. Distances shall be maximized from residential areas, community and institutional uses,
historical downtown areas, and waterfront areas;
iii. Towers shall generally be set back a minimum of 100m from any residential building;
iv. Alternative tower structures are encouraged within 500 metres of Urban Area and Hamlet
boundaries as identified in the Clarington Official Plan;
v. A minimum 15 metre setback from road right-of-ways shall be maintaineQ
vi. Terminal vistas from existing and future roads and areas of topographical prominence will be
avoided; and
vii. Locations and heights where Transport Canada will require lighting the tower.
c) Telecommunication facilities shall not be permitted on unopened road allowances.
3. Site Desian and Lavout
a) New Telecommunication Facilities
The following shall be considered in the site design and layout of new telecommunications
facilities:
i) Planting of trees and shrubs around the perimeter fencing to mitigate the visual impact of the
tower and equipment shelter;
ii) Identification sign(s) of the carrier(s), measuring .55 square metres or less may be permitted
on the equipment shelter or perimeter fencing subject to the issuance of a sign permit from the
Municipality of Clarington; and
iii) Where alternative tower structures are not feasible, telecommunication towers and equipment
shelters shall blend in with the colour of its surroundings.
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PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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SUBSECTION: DEVELOPMENT GENERAL
PSD-D01
APPROVED BY: Council
SUBJECT: NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ANTENNA AND TOWERS
DATE APPROVEDI UPDATED:
b) Roof Tops or Existing Structures
When locating telecommunications facilities on rooftops or existing structures, carriers shall
endeavour to minimize the visual impacts of such facilities by considering the following:
i. Utilizing alternative tower structures;
ii. For new antenna, a maximum height of 6 metres above the highest point of the building or
existing structure and a maximum 2 metre projection beyond the vertical projection of the
building;
iii. Equipment shelters on roof tops are setback from the roof edge not less than 5 metres.
iv. The colour and architectural style of the antenna and equipment shelter shall blend in with the
building or structure; and
4. Other
a) The Municipality of Clarington will encourage buildings greater than 10 storeys to be pre-designed
to accommodate telecommunication facilities.
b) Telecommunication carriers shall be encouraged to remove facilities that have not been in use for
six months or more, within 90 days of the six month period.
PROCEDURES FOR MUNICIPAL COMMENTS AND APPROVALS
1. Pre-consuitation
a) Prior to the installation of telecommunications facilities, carriers are strongly encouraged to consult
with the Municipality's Planning Services Department, and Engineering Services Department to
discuss the site search area, site selection, including land use compatibility, sensitive visual areas
and vistas, existing and proposed land uses and other potential impacts. Consultation with the
Chief Building Official may also be required.
b) The carrier will be requested to consult with adjacent municipalities within 500 metres of the
proposed facility site. The carrier shall provide written confirmation of this consultation to the
Director of Planning Services.
2. Submission Reauirements
For the purposes of administration and processing, carriers will be required to complete an application
for site plan approval. The application shall be submitted to the Municipality of Clarington Planning
Services Department with the appropriate fees. Such applications are not processed under Section
41 of the Planning Act.
a) New Telecommunication Towers
All proposals for new telecommunication towers, where consultation with the Municipality is
required by Industry Canada, will include the following information:
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PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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PSD-D01
APPROVED BY: Council
SUBJECT: NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ANTENNA AND TOWERS
DATE APPROVED/ UPDATED:
SUBSECTION:
i. Written justification from the carrier, as to the need for the telecommunication tower and that
the proposed location for the new tower is the preferred alternative. Non-tower, co-location and
alternative tower structures shall be addressed in the justification;
ii. A site plan showing the subject property, including the existing property lines, or the leased
area (if applicable), site grading, existing and proposed buildings, fences, buffering, existing
and proposed landscaping, access, parking and type and height of the proposed tower
structure;
iii. Pictures of the location and the proposed tower and associated facilities superimposed on the
picture from four directions, north, south, east and west;
iv. Two sets of stamped engineered drawings to identify the tower design; and
v. A map showing the horizontal distance between the tower installation and the nearest
residential zone and/or residential dwelling.
b) Roof Top or Existing Structures
All proposals for telecommunication facilities on roof tops or existing structures, where consultation
with the Municipality is required by Industry Canada. will include the following information:
i. A statement from the proponent on the need for any increase in proposed tower height if
applicable;
ii. A plan showing the location proposed antenna and associated facilities on the roof top or
structure;
iii. Two sets of stamped engineered drawings to identify the antenna and associated facilities on
the building rooftop or structure or any other requirements required by the Clarington Building
Division; and
iv. Upon review of the site plan, the Planning Services Department may require the carriers to
submit pictures of the building or structure with the proposed antenna and equipment shelter
superimposed on the picture from four directions; north, south, east and west.
c) Alterations to Existing Facilities
Where modifications to the site are proposed, which may include, but not be limited to, an increase
in the height of the tower, additional equipment shelters or entrances, an amendment to an
approved Site Plan may be required.
3. Public Consultation Process
a) Public consultation is not required in the following situations:
i) For roof top installations of antenna;
ii) Co-location of antenna on an existing telecommunication tower or hydro tower; and
jji) For ground-supported towers that are less than 16.5 metres above ground level.
The Director of Planning Services may also exempt the carrier from the public consultation
requirement following pre-consultation with the Planning Services Department and the carrier.
MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON
PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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PSD-D01
APPROVED BY: Council
SUBJECT: NEW TELECOMMUNICATIONS
ANTENNA AND TOWERS
DATE APPROVED/ UPDATED:
SUBSECTION:
Exemptions will generally be considered where towers are proposed adjacent to 250 kv or 500 kv
hydro towers and adjacent to other telecommunication towers.
b) Required Public Consultation
i) Notice Requirements
For proposed new telecommunication towers or significant alternations to existing towers, the
carrier shall give written notice, by regular mail, to the owners and/or tenants of the lands
within the circulation area of the sUbject property or leased area, Director of Planning Services,
the Municipal Clerk. and all Members of Clarington Council.
The circulation area for the notice is as follows:
. Within Urban Areas, except for
Future Urban Residential Areas
- 120 metres or 4 times the height of the tower
which ever is greater
. In all other areas
- 500 metres
The notice shall include the following information:
. The proposed leased area;
. The proposed location of the telecommunication tower on the subject site;
. A plan which shows the tower type, height, colour, associated structures, access locations
and lighting;
. Date, time and location of Public Information Centre; and
. The name and telephone number of a contact person employed by the carrier, as well as a
municipal contact person.
The Municipality shall provide a mailing list to the carrier.
Ii) Public Information Centre
The Public Information Centre shall be held no sooner than 14 days and no later than 30 days
of the notice being mailed.
At the Public Information Centre the carrier shall be responsible for displaying all the necessary
drawings and pictures. Subsequent to the Public Information Centre the carrier shall provide to
the Planning Services Department the following:
. A record of names, addresses and telephone numbers of attendees;
. Notes of meeting which include issues and concerns that were raised; and
. A letter indicating how the carrier will address the concerns,
Staff from the Planning Services Department shall attend the Public Information Centre for
observation only.
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PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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ANTENNA AND TOWERS
DATE APPROVED! UPDATED:
4, Approvals
a) Letter of Recommendation
i. The Director of Planning Services will issue to the carrier with a copy to Industry Canada a
Letter of Recommendation stating that the carrier has consulted with the Municipality. Such
letter will be provided within 60 days from the date the application is submitted and deemed
complete by the Planning Services Department or, in the case where a Letter of Undertaking is
required, when a Letter of Undertaking has been completed to the Municipality's satisfaction.
ii. If the Municipality of Clarington is not satisfied with the proposal, then the Director of Planning
Services will issue a letter to the carrier, with a copy to Industry Canada, Members of
Clarington Council and the Member of Parliament indicating the reasons why the Municipality
is not satisfied with the antenna or tower.
b) Letter of Undertaking
i. Letter of Undertaking is required in all situations where:
. a new telecommunication tower is constructed;
· a new equipment shelter is to be constructed on a roof-top; and
· a new equipment shelter is to be constructed to accommodate co-location antennae.
ii. When the Municipality of Clarington is satisfied with the site location, layout and design the
carrier will provide a Letter of Undertaking, in the Municipality's prescribed format, to address
the following issues as they are applicable:
. Site Plan and Landscaping drawings;
. Building Permits;
. Entrance Permits from the road authority;
. Sign Permits from the Municipality of Clarington;
. Security deposits for site works;
. Road widenings and easements;
. For new telecommunication facilities, submit payment to the Municipality of Clarington of
$1,000.00 for cash-In-lieu of parkland dedication (2002 adjusted to annual inflation);
. A commitment to remove all structures upon expiration of the leaseor use of tower;
. A commitment to accommodate other carriers on site where feasible; and
. Other conditions as required.
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PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
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AI/an Rock Announces National
Antenna Tower Policy Review
OTTAWA, October 31,2002 --Industry Minister Allan Rock today
announced a national consultation review of Industry Canada's antenna
tower policy and siting procedures to begin early next year.
"Our goal is to ensure that we have modernized procedures for antenna
tower placement that embrace community involvement and expand the
economic and social benefits of wireless technologies across Canada," said
Minister Rock "I look forward to the results of the consultation and review to
ensure our policy reflects the new and emerging technological realities of
our society."
In recent years, the growth of wireless communications has caused a
substantial increase in the number of antenna towers being erected across
Canada. The rules governing these towers fall under the
Radiocommunication Act, administered by Industry Canada.
The review will provide an opportunity to identify a wide range of subjects
for possible improvements to existing antenna site approval procedures,
including:
. How can the local consultation process regarding the siting of a
specific tower be improved?
. What are the most appropriate time frames for the processes of
approving and resolving debates surrounding specific tower
placements?
. What means are available to readily identify whether a proposed
installation may create radiofrequency fields in excess of established
exposure limits in areas where people live and work?
. What information would most benefit concerned members of the
public and how should it be provided?
. How and to what extent can tower sharing be utilized in order to
reduce the overall number of towers?
. Can protocols be arranged between local land use authorities and
antenna proponents regarding the planning and siting of antenna
structures, visual guidelines and dispute resolution mechanisms?
"Access to modern wireless technology is critical to social and economic
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development in rural and urban Canadian communities," Minister Rock
concluded. "I look forward to working with stake-holders and citizens to
ensure Canadians receive the benefits of this innovative technology, while
maintaining and enhancing our quality of life."
A detailed backgrounder outlining current procedures and key issues for
consultation is attached.
For more information, please contact:
Selena Beattie
Minister Rock's Office
(613) 995-9001
Media Relations
Industry Canada
(613) 943-2502
Backgrounder
National Antenna Tower Polley Review
Current procedures used to determine tower placements
· Environment -. Industry Canada requires that all proposals be
compliant with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act to
ensure that an installation will have no significant adverse
environmental effects;
. Radiofrequency fieids -- Industry Canada sets the requirements for
the safety of radiocommunication equipment in Canada. For this
purpose, Industry Canada had adopted the radiofrequency emission
limits outlined in Health Canada's Safety Code 6 guidelines. All
radiocommunication devices must meet this safety standard;
. Land use consultations .- The Department has instituted land-use
consultation processes to ensure that municipalities and other land-
use authorities are made aware of proposed installations prior to
construction. Once a particular municipality is informed of a proposal,
it should have 30 days to make its views known and another 90 to
consult with citizens. Parties are encouraged to work together toward
solutions that minimize community impact, inciuding sharing existing
antenna structures where possible; and
. Aeronautical obstruction clearance -- Industry Canada requires
proponents to ensure their towers are first reviewed by Transport
Canada to ensure they pose no hazard to air navigation.
Specific Issues which may guide the consultation:
. improving the local consultation process regarding the siting of a
specific tower to reduce the incidence of surprise that can
accompany the appearance of new antenna towers;
. defining the most appropriate time frames for the processes of
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approving and resolving debates surrounding specific tower
placements;
· determining the best means available to readily identify whether a
proposed installation may create radiofrequency fields in excess of
established exposure limits in areas where people live and work;
· determining the most useful and helpful information and the best
means of providing it to concerned members of the public;
· assessing how and to what extent towers can be shared in order to
reduce their total number; and
· establishing the best protocols for use by local land-use authorities
and antenna proponents that embrace the pianning and siting of
antenna structures, visual guidelines and dispute-resolution
mechanisms.
The review process
A Chairperson to the review committee will be named in the coming weeks.
A consultation document, including information on how the public can
participate in the review, will follow.
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