Planning Commission: Planning Commission Thursday, June 13th 2024 @ 7:00 pm (Tower application)

Based on the information provided, here is a summary of the key points:

– The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has conducted an aeronautical study for a proposed 195-ft tall antenna tower located in Northport, Michigan.

– The study determined that the proposed tower would not be a hazard to air navigation, provided the following condition is met:

1. FAA Form 7460-2, Notice of Actual Construction or Alteration, must be filed within 5 days after the construction reaches its greatest height.

– No marking or lighting of the tower is required for aviation safety. However, if marking/lighting is installed voluntarily, it should be done in accordance with FAA advisory circular 70/7460-1 M.

– The determination expires on July 17, 2024 unless:
1) Construction starts and the FAA Form 7460-2 is filed
2) The determination is extended, revised, or terminated by the FAA
3) The project is subject to FCC licensing and an FCC application is filed within 6 months

– Any future changes to the coordinates, heights, frequencies or power would void this determination, and require a new FAA aeronautical study.

– A copy of this determination will be forwarded to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) since the structure is subject to their licensing authority.

In summary, the FAA has determined that the proposed 195-ft tower in Northport, Michigan would not pose a hazard to air navigation, provided the specified notification requirements are met. This approval is valid for just under 1.5 years, after which an extension or new study may be required.