[TowerTalk] thoughts aboutproperty layout

[Tom Rauch]

> OK, let's take a deep breath.  Tom's probably right on the merits, but
> would anyone be surprised if locally-enforced building codes generally err
> in the direction of prohibiting antennas above or towers within falling
> distance of power lines, including triplex house services?  Wouldn't it
> make more sense to approach the problem from the standpoint of complying
> with local regulations (or avoiding insurance hassles caused by not doing
> so), instead of saying, "But it ought not to be a problem"?

I asked that question, but no one seemed to know.

Locally, there are no codes at all except you have to be 15 feet 
clear of primary lines.

Personal opinions aside, what are the local codes?
73, Tom W8JI
W8JI@contesting.com 

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