Colee Cove Tower and Scenic Highway Character
Summary
Two towers, two outcomes: the 199-foot Colee Cove monopole was approved 3-2 despite a PZA denial recommendation, while the board unanimously denied the 180-foot St. Thomas Island Parkway tower after hearing neighbors' compatibility concerns.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Neighbors, including a prospective $1.3 million estate developer, argue the tower will reduce adjacent land values.
Colee Cove area residents gain improved cell coverage; St. Thomas neighbors keep their skyline and property values.
Colee Cove neighbors cite lost screening, Scenic Highway impacts, and property values; the carrier must find alternate coverage near St. Thomas.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners - Oct 20, 2026
Two towers, two outcomes: the 199-foot Colee Cove monopole was approved 3-2 despite a PZA denial recommendation, while the board unanimously denied the 180-foot St. Thomas Island Parkway tower after hearing neighbors' compatibility concerns.
Planning and Zoning Agency - Jul 23, 2026
A proposed 199-foot tower on County Road 13 North sits just 609 feet from the scenic highway and about 65 feet from the Durham property line. Neighbors argued it threatens rural character, property values, and future development of their land. The denial motion failed 5-2, so it advances with a recommendation of approval.
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