Planning Commission approves AT&T facility on Via Maria Elena

The county's Planning Commission approved a Major Use Permit for a wireless communications facility in the 30300 block of Via Maria Elena.

The Planning Commission's 5-0 vote Feb. 9, with Michael Beck and Doug Barnhart absent, allows AT&T to construct and operate a facility which utilizes a 30-foot false broadleaf tree and a concrete masonry unit enclosure for mechanical equipment.

"We have a mandate to make sure that emergency situations are covered by all carriers," said Planning Commissioner Bryan Woods.

The decision was not supported by neighbors of the property, who believe that a complain...