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Telefonica UK have submitted plans to erect a 17.5 meter high mobile phone mast at the junction of St Leonards Road and Bulkeley Avenue.
It should not be built in a residential area if there are other suitable sites. Telefonica UK have indicated that they have searched extensively for another suitable area but their search doesn’t seem to have been that comprehensive as there are obviously less residential sites in the local area.
Ultimately the value of the houses will drop – we have read that it could drop 20 – 25%!
Stag meadow seems to be the natural choice. It fits their criteria on all counts and already has phone masts there. They state that they cannot come to a commercial agreement with the owner i.e. they will not pay the money.
The car park next to the football ground again would be an ideal site away from houses – but this isn’t mentioned.
Health Risk
No long term research has been done on the effect of the Radio frequency electromagnetic fields that these produce. There is some scientific evidence shows that radio-frequency (RF) radiation may affect biological function. It is not possible to say, therefore that exposure to RF radiation, even at levels below national guidelines, is totally without potential adverse health effects. Obviously the problem is that if there is only perceived danger from the mast people will still be reluctant to buy a house in an area where there is a visible phone mast.
Normally these would not be built near schools because of the concern that this would bring to parents. The guidelines say that they should take a precautionary approach. It is worth noting that Asquiths Nursery is close to the proposed site – we are asking that they are sensitive to this.
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November 7, 2014
I really did not think this would gain so much traction when I started typing it out on my laptop at the kitchen table. It is honestly bizarre to see so many neighbors feeling the exact same way about this massive eyesore potentially looming over our street. Maybe now the council will actually pay attention to the fact that we do not want this here when there are perfectly fine empty spots elsewhere.
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It seems like this a proposal based on what is easiest for the company and not for local residents - there are much more suitable sites in the area and stag meadow should be looked into more.
In addition to lodging your reservations here, essential to look up their application on RBWM website (currently down!) and leave your feedback there! O2 will apply under the General Permitted Development Order that may simply pass in 56 days after application date. Let's stop that from happening as indeed, there are plenty of other options to consider!
I object to the mobile phone mast
This isn't needed and will financially impact me as well as potentially cause health issues
This is most lacking in consideration especially as Asquith nursery is so unavoidably close. Please consider the necessity of this mast in its present indicated position
Unbelievable - put it in the field over the road.
Objection submitted to RBWM. You have my full support.
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
Telefonica UK have submitted plans to erect a 17.5 meter high mobile phone mast at the junction of St Leonards Road and Bulkeley Avenue.
It should not be built in a residential area if there are other suitable sites. Telefonica UK have indicated that they have searched extensively for another suitable area but their search doesn’t seem to have been that comprehensive as there are obviously less residential sites in the local area.
Ultimately the value of the houses will drop – we have read that it could drop 20 – 25%!
Stag meadow seems to be the natural choice. It fits their criteria on all counts and already has phone masts there. They state that they cannot come to a commercial agreement with the owner i.e. they will not pay the money.
The car park next to the football ground again would be an ideal site away from houses – but this isn’t mentioned.
Health Risk
No long term research has been done on the effect of the Radio frequency electromagnetic fields that these produce. There is some scientific evidence shows that radio-frequency (RF) radiation may affect biological function. It is not possible to say, therefore that exposure to RF radiation, even at levels below national guidelines, is totally without potential adverse health effects. Obviously the problem is that if there is only perceived danger from the mast people will still be reluctant to buy a house in an area where there is a visible phone mast.
Normally these would not be built near schools because of the concern that this would bring to parents. The guidelines say that they should take a precautionary approach. It is worth noting that Asquiths Nursery is close to the proposed site – we are asking that they are sensitive to this.
Please sign this e-petition to show your support.
Updates
November 7, 2014
I really did not think this would gain so much traction when I started typing it out on my laptop at the kitchen table. It is honestly bizarre to see so many neighbors feeling the exact same way about this massive eyesore potentially looming over our street. Maybe now the council will actually pay attention to the fact that we do not want this here when there are perfectly fine empty spots elsewhere.
15 Comments
It is extremely disappointing that the Council should consider this residential location right next to a children's nursery when there are multiple less residential alternatives available. It shows complete disregard for the neighbourhood and its residents.
It seems like this a proposal based on what is easiest for the company and not for local residents - there are much more suitable sites in the area and stag meadow should be looked into more.
In addition to lodging your reservations here, essential to look up their application on RBWM website (currently down!) and leave your feedback there! O2 will apply under the General Permitted Development Order that may simply pass in 56 days after application date. Let's stop that from happening as indeed, there are plenty of other options to consider!
I object to the mobile phone mast
This isn't needed and will financially impact me as well as potentially cause health issues
This is most lacking in consideration especially as Asquith nursery is so unavoidably close. Please consider the necessity of this mast in its present indicated position
Unbelievable - put it in the field over the road.
Objection submitted to RBWM. You have my full support.
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It is extremely disappointing that the Council should consider this residential location right next to a children's nursery when there are multiple less residential alternatives available. It shows complete disregard for the neighbourhood and its residents.