08-06-2007, 12:59 PM
I read that T-Mobile got approval to build a cell tower in one of the most exclusive areas of Phoenix. For years cell carriers have been unable to erect much needed cell towers in this area because of concerns over diminished property values, unsightly towers, and the blocking of mountain views. T-Mobile received approval because they agreed to camouflage the tower as a palm tree. Additionally, they had to agree to a specific type of artificial palm along with planting some real palms around it to further cut its visibility. Fake leaves added to the realistic and based on the pictures in the news, you would be hard pressed to recognize the real palms from the fake cell tower. This is another option to have the tower blend into the surroundings.
I'm not sure why T-Mobile agreed to lease property from a community association since I’m sure that those individuals who are ever so excited and want cell service would have been more than happy to lease their land to T-mobile at a fraction of the cost and would love to have the tower erected on their land.
I'm not sure why T-Mobile agreed to lease property from a community association since I’m sure that those individuals who are ever so excited and want cell service would have been more than happy to lease their land to T-mobile at a fraction of the cost and would love to have the tower erected on their land.