§ 78-162. Construction, installation and inspection of telecommunications facilities.

(a)

The construction and installation of a telecommunications facility and tower shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's prescribed installation and safety procedures and shall meet the requirements of the Florida Building Code, as amended.

(b)

Foundations for communication towers and appurtenances thereto shall be constructed and installed so as to withstand the forces due to wind pressure as provided in the Florida Building Code, as amended.

(c)

All installations shall conform to the Florida Building Code, as amended, National Electrical Code, as amended, and FCC, regulations, as amended.

(d)

Regardless of whether a permit is required for the installation of the communication tower, separate building permits for structural or electrical work, pouring concrete or other work may be required as provided in the Florida Building Code, as amended.

(e)

Inspection. The Building Department may require periodic inspections of communication facilities and towers to ensure structural and electrical integrity and compliance with the Florida Building Code, as amended, the City of Hialeah Gardens Land Development Regulations, as amended, and other applicable codes and regulations. Communication towers shall be inspected at least once every five years by a Florida licensed engineer and the results submitted to both the building and zoning departments. Based upon the results of the inspection, the chief building official may require repair or removal of a communication tower. The fee for such inspections shall be established by ordinance.

(Ord. of 9-25-06)