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Mast installation query

Ben_DL — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:30:25 GMT

Hi,

We have a few heritage mills that we maintain in the North West of England, all of which have existing chimneys. We would like to enquire about installing 5g masts in these locations. Please could you send me details.

Thanks

Ben

Re: Mast installation query

bristolian — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:03:59 GMT

By means of some background info, EE's network sites are not 5G (or any "G" specific), but carry multiple technologies.

Installing new sites on heritage chimneys would certainly require a legal agreement with the land & structural owner, as well as passing structural tests & planning consent. You mention maintenance of these structures, but do you own them?

Re: Mast installation query

Peter_W — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:22:41 GMT

Welcome to the Community @Ben_DL.

@bristolian raises some good points around the age and possible heritage status of these potential sites, but if it's a location you represent, I'll assume it's something you have taken into account 😊

I've just popped you over a private message so we can help get this forwarded on for consideration.

Peter