When the Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission met earlier in January, it took the first tentative steps in discussing potential regulation for broadband communications infrastructure within the town.
This discussion began after concerned citizens raised issues in 2022. They believe regulation is needed to stem the proliferation of potential harmful effects of telecommunications technology. This ranges from possible radiation from antennas in residential locations throughout the community, to other safety concerns associated with the antenna structures.
At a November 2023 council meeting, the citizens asked for regulation requiring broadband infrastructure be placed underground in Fountain Hills. They stated cellular communications was not a concern.
