FCC Puts Pause on 5G Tower Construction At Urging of Nadler
Controversy continues to swirl around the construction of 5G Towers in the city.
| 27 Apr 2023 | 05:24
Rep. Jerrold Nadler wrote a letter to the FCC in which he mentioned concerns about the impact of 5G towers on historic districts in NYC. Photo: Flickr.
The 5G towers proliferating across New York City are now to be subject to a series of reviews mandated by the FCC.
The towers, which are 32 feet tall and provide access to 5G networks, will now have to undergo reviews under the National Historic Preservation Act and the National Environmental Policy Act, as reported by The City.
A letter from Congressman Jerrold Nadler to the FCC on April 12th brought up the visual impact of the towers on historic districts.
“As a Member of Congress Representing New York City, I support the project’s aim to address the gaps in broadband access and affordability for New Yorkers. However, I want to ensure that the project is following federal regulations, including regulations pertaining to historic preservation,” said Nadler in his letter.
“Historic Districts were created to preserve collections of landmark buildings that create a distinct sense of place, embody a specific architectural style, or reflect a historical period. On its face, the proposed design and large footprint of these 32-foot-tall towers will be out of context with the historic nature of these neighborhoods and will negatively affect the coherent streetscape of the district that New York City has worked so hard to maintain since the establishment of the groundbreaking New York City Landmarks in 1965.”