Houston |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 40. STREETS AND SIDEWALKS |
Article XXI. FACILITIES IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY |
§ 40-489. City's preference.
(a)
The facilities owner should use commercially reasonable efforts to comply with the following city preferences:
(1)
Poles that support network nodes should be spaced at least 300 feet apart from another pole that supports network nodes along the same public right-of-way to prevent interference with the public's enjoyment and safe use of the public right-of-way;
(2)
Existing, available utility poles and street light poles should be considered for use before installing new poles to support network nodes; and
(3)
Non-wooden poles to support network nodes should be installed.
(b)
The director may not deny a permit application solely for not meeting the city's preferences.
(Ord. No. 2017-677 , § 2(Exh. A), 8-30-2017)