I just negotiated a contract with verizon for a cell tower. 25 years starting at $2500./month 2% bumps anually. For a fake tree. Bingo!
From Verizon:
Design Criteria for Property Evaluation
Typically, our Facilities require ground space on which we would construct either a monopole (or similar type structure) or installation on a rooftop.
Land for tower sites:
Should provide a leased area approximately 100' x 100'
Should be no more than 100 to 500 feet from a major paved public street
The property should be within a zoning classification that allows communication structures
Must provide 24 hour access, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to all portions of the facility
Building or Rooftop sites:
Should be a minimum of 3 to 4 stories tall
The zoning of the building should allow for communications facilities to be placed at your location
Should be a flat roof, capable of handling a Minimum of 150 lbs./square Ft. of roof loading.
Must provide at least 20' x 30' area for equipment on the roof, in the building or on the ground immediately next to the building
Must provide 24 hour access, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to all portions of the facility
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Wow, they need 100' x 100' plot of land? I assume it's not just a tower, but some sort of building associated with it?