Boston Township

Antenna: Any structure or device used for the purpose of collecting or transmitting electromagnetic waves, including but not limited to directional antennas, such as panels, microwave dishes, and satellite dishes, and omni-directional antennas, such as whip antennas. Collocation: Locating wireless telecommunication antenna(s) and associated equipment from more than one provider on a single wireless telecommunication-communication tower site. Lattice: A framework or structure of crossed metal strips typically resting on three (3) or more members constructed vertically to which antennas are affixed. Monopole: A single, slender and typically cylindrical, vertical structure to which antennas or antenna support structures are affixed. Personal Wireless Services: Commercial mobile services, unlicensed wireless services, and common carrier wireless exchange access services as defined by federal law at 47 U.S.C. 332 (7). Substantial Evidence: More than a mere scintilla of evidence. It means such relevant evidence as a reasonable mind might accept as adequate to support a conclusion. Technically Suitable: The location of a wireless telecommunication antenna(s) reasonably serves the purpose for which it is intended within the band width of frequencies for which the owner or operator of the antenna(s) has been licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) to operate without a significant loss of communication capability within the developed areas of the Township. Telecommunication(s): The technology permitting the passage of information from the sender to one or more receivers in a usable form by means of an electromagnetic system and includes the term “personal wireless services”. Tower: Any ground or roof mounted pole, spire, structure or combination thereof taller than fifteen (15) feet, including support lines, cables, wire, braces, and masts, intended primarily for the purpose of mounting an antenna, meteorological device, or similar apparatus above grade. Unlicensed Wireless Service: The offering of telecommunication services using duly authorized devices which do not require individual licenses, but does not mean the provision of direct-to-home satellite services. Wireless Telecommunication Antenna: An antenna designed to transmit or receive telecommunications as authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”), excluding amateur radio operator antennas. Wireless Telecommunication Equipment Building: The structure in which the electronic receiving and relay equipment for a wireless telecommunication facility is housed. Wireless Telecommunication Facility: A facility consisting of the equipment and structures involved in receiving telecommunications or radio signals to a central switching computer which connects the mobile unit with the land based telephone lines for the provision of personal wireless services. Wireless Telecommunication Site: The leased or other area upon which the wireless telecommunications facility is located together with the ingress and egress routes. Wireless Telecommunication Tower: A tower including but not limited to self-supporting lattice or monopole which elevates the wireless telecommunication antenna and may include accessory transmission and receiving equipment.