Decision details

Telecommunications Document

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision status: Decision made

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

To seek approval to guidance on the suitable siting and appearance of telecommunication masts and related equipment.

Decision:

205/2006 The Cabinet approved the publication of the Medway Technical Guide for the Installation of Telecommunications Equipment as appended to the report.

Reasons for the decision:

There is significant public concern about telecommunication masts but there is very little discretion available to local authorities in dealing with applications for such equipment. This technical guidance document aims to influence service providers, inform local people and assist the Development Control Committee in determining applications.

Publication date: 17/10/2006

Date of decision: 17/10/2006

Decided at meeting: 17/10/2006 - Cabinet

Effective from: 26/10/2006

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