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? buildings would have one antenna and some equipment inside. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that the telephone service would be similar to the telephone presently; it is not PCS or Wireless cellular. He indicated that all the buildings that are served are accessory by definition. In this case, the Westbury would be the collection point. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that the building would not be serviced because it is residential, but it would be the collection to tie back in to the main line. The technology allows Teligent to tie into Ameritech's line to shoot back to the switch to Garfield Heights. The service is supposed to offer customers 30 percent savings on their telephone because the initial microwave construction is cheaper. The microwave has no infrastructure of the cables and would not tear up property; it is only done thru the air. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that the two buildings that Teligent has presently are the Corporate Center One and the Community Building. Teligent would have one antenna on one of the buildings and hardwire the other two back to the one. He indicated that two antennas would be mounted to penthouse walls, would not go above the roofline, and would be painted to match. Mrs. O'Rourke questioned if Teligent had the perinission from all three building owners. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that Teligent signs leases with these individuals and pays monthly services to occupy spaces in those buildings and also to serve customers in those buildings. Mr. Spalding questioned if there were any additional buildings for the service in addition to the three proposed. Mr. Wanamaker indicated yes and that once the leases are signed, depending on the locations of the buildings, the applicants would probably be returning for more buildings. He suggested that in the future when Teligent returns that if a quicker review could be used, possibly a minor change, based on the knowledge of the technology. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that each future building would only require one antenna, 24 inches in diameter. He indicated that they would keep the antennas attached to penthouse walls and out of view from direct right of way, as far back on the roof as possible and painted to match the surface. Mr. Conway indicated that if the applicants were given the use as General Retail Area, it could be a minor change. He indicated that they are using technology that is out there, but put together in a different package. W. Conway mentioned that there would be Internet access as well. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that it would be local-long distance Internet, voice, and data. Mr. Conway indicated that if it is truly a good product, it would feed back to the Westbury. Mr. Spalding questioned if there were any other installations in other communities nearby. Mr. Wanamaker indicated that Teligent has already been approved in Independence, Beachwood, and Lakewood. Mrs. O'Rourke questioned how the average consumer could get this product. W. Wanamaker indicated that Teligent would come in and try to sell the service, the same as Ameritech would. He indicated that this service is only available to business not to residences. Mr. Allan questioned if Teligent would be setting precedence if the proposal were approved. He questioned if competition would also have equal access. Mr. Conway responded that yes the applicants are willing to share the antenna. N1r. Wanamaker indicated that is correct. He indicated that a 10-foot mast would be placed on the roof at the Westbury for the collection point. He indicated that there are two antennas per mast, so there is room for two more on that mast. Mr. Koeth questioned if the City, at some time, would have to limit the number of antennas on buildings. Mr. Conway responded "yes, eventually." He indicated that the alternative could be cables running down Lorain Road. If this technology takes off, telephone poles could come down. Mrs. O'Rourke questioned if the FCC governed this kind of