How Much Does it Cost to Put a Cell Tower on My Property?
First, you must keep in mind that just because there is bad cell phone service in your area does not mean that it's a needed location for a cell phone tower.
When is a Cell Tower a Good Idea?
A tower in your area is likely to be built if you are surrounded by an urban or suburban population or close to roadways with high traffic counts.
If you have an industrial parcel surrounded by residential property, the likelihood of building a tower increases. If there is a need for a cell phone tower, typically you will be approached by a wireless carrier.
If you have an industrial parcel surrounded by residential property, the likelihood of building a tower increases. If there is a need for a cell phone tower, typically you will be approached by a wireless carrier.
I'm in an Urban Area - So Can I Build It?
The piece of land must be large enough to meet the "fall zone" criteria as well and if there is no Zoning in your area, it is requested that you don't get a tower, period.
If you are not approached then chances are, your location is not needed.
I Want to Build a Cell Tower Anyway
To get approval for a tower you need a letter of intent from a wireless carrier.
You also have to have proper zoning or make a request for a zoning change to allow a cell tower on your property.
If you meet the criteria for a cell tower, there are many general contractors who can walk you through the development process
You also have to have proper zoning or make a request for a zoning change to allow a cell tower on your property.
If you meet the criteria for a cell tower, there are many general contractors who can walk you through the development process
Gotcha - Now Tell Me How Much a Cell Tower Will Cost to Build
Most cell towers cost between $75,000 and $200,000 with about a $13,000 down payment. The average cost is between $100,000 and $150,000.
How Much Money Will I Make With My Cell Tower?
The average tower can accommodate four users or up to $120,000 PER YEAR in income.
Assuming that the tower costs $10,000 a year to operate, that is a net income of $110,000 per year off of a structure that costs up to $200,000 to build.
What if I Want to Cash Out the Lease?
Wireless Capital Partners will buy your cellular tower lease from you for cash - and you can still keep your property. This is the way to go if you want a lump sum for the cell phone tower lease, rather than collecting it on a monthly or yearly basis.
Are You a Cell Tower Owner?
If you have a cell tower on your property, tell us about it - are you glad you have it? Are you making money?
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Mike Flynn
Jul 17, 2008 @ 10:33 am | delete
- Nice article.
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dan
Jul 12, 2008 @ 4:27 pm | delete
- im not aowner buta builder ,, still green however ,, what uis agood place or site to get my tools from
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