Definitions

As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:

COMMUNICATIONS ANTENNA ARRAY — The antenna or antennas from which wireless radio signals are sent and received by a personal wireless service facility as defined by the Telecommunications Act of 1996. It may include up to 12 antennas in one array and one microwave antenna for the exclusive use of the carrier in transmitting its own signals. It may also include an equipment shelter as an accessory use.

COMMUNICATIONS TOWER — A freestanding structure used for the location of one or more communications antenna arrays. It may also include an equipment shelter as an accessory use.

EQUIPMENT SHELTER — An enclosed structure, cabinet, shed or box used in conjunction with a communications array to house electrical equipment, batteries and emergency electrical generators.