§ 1708. Removal of abandoned towers and antennas.

A.

Notice of abandoned antenna and structures. The owner or lessee of a tower or antenna shall promptly notify the department of its intent to abandon or the abandonment of any tower or antenna.

B.

Removal of abandoned antennas and towers. Any tower or antenna that is not operated for a continuous period exceeding 12 months shall be considered abandoned, and the owner of such antenna or tower shall remove the structure within 90 days of such abandonment. If said tower or antenna is not removed within said 90 days of such abandonment, the governing authority may, in the manner provided by law, take such action as may be deemed necessary to remove, or cause to be removed, such antenna or tower at the owner's expense. If there are two or more users of a single tower, then this provision shall not become effective until all users cease utilizing the tower.