This article may be referred to as the "Minor Modifications
of Wireless Facilities Ordinance."
As used solely in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated. These definitions are not intended to alter the meanings of the exact or similar terms as defined in Code §
230-7 nor are they intended to apply to other sections of the Code:
BOARD
The Township of Mantua Planning Board and/or Zoning Board
or other authority having jurisdiction.
MANTUA TOWNSHIP CONSTRUCTION OFFICE
The NJDCA-authorized Construction Official, the place of
business and as officially designated by the Township of Mantua to
review and approve applications under applicable codes of construction
under authority of the State of New Jersey. The Mantua Township Construction
Office by definition includes its successors and assigns, and/or as
designated by Township of Mantua and/or state authority.
MINOR MODIFICATIONS
With respect to existing wireless towers and/or base stations
within the Township of Mantua, requests for co-location of new transmission
equipment, removal of transmission equipment or replacement of transmission
equipment that will not result in a substantial alteration of the
physical dimensions of such tower or base station.
OWNER
The individual, entity and/or owner that is seeking approval
to make minor modifications to a wireless tower or base station. Should
the property owner be different than the owner or entity who is seeking
approval for minor modifications, the property owner shall provide
written consent and provide same at time of application for approval.
All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent with the
provisions contained in the Code adopted by this article are hereby
repealed; provided, however, that such repeal shall only be to the
extent of such inconsistency, and any valid legislation of the Township
Committee of the Township of Mantua which is not in conflict with
the provisions of the Code shall be deemed to remain in full force
and effect.
This article shall take effect 30 days after final passage by
the Township Committee or 20 days after approval by the Mayor, whichever
comes first.