§ 74.233. Requirements upon abandonment of obsolete micro network node, network node, node support pole and related ground equipment.

Abandoned or obsolete micro network node, network node, node support pole and related ground equipment shall be removed in strict accordance with the city's rights-of-way management ordinance, and other applicable ordinances, except to the extent not consistent with V.T.C.A., Local Government Code Ch. 284.

Network provider shall remove micro network node, network node, node support pole and related ground equipment when such facilities are abandoned regardless of whether or not it receives notice from the city. Unless the city sends notice that removal must be completed immediately to ensure public health, safety, and welfare, the removal must be completed within the earlier of 90 days of the micro network node, network node, node support pole and related ground equipment being abandoned or within 90 days of receipt of written notice from the city. When network provider removes, or abandons permanent structures in the right-of-way, the network provider shall notify the city manager and city manager in writing of such removal or abandonment and shall file with the city manager and city manager the location and description of each micro network node, network node, node support pole and related ground equipment removed or abandoned. The city manager may require the network provider to complete additional remedial measures necessary for public safety and the integrity of the right-of-way.

(Ord. No. 2017-56 , § 2(Exh. A, Sec. 10), 11-8-17)