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to be buried under the fencing at a 45‐degree angle for wildlife intrusion prevention. A concrete mow
strip is also programmed with this project.
There are several functioning controlled‐access gates serving different areas on the airfield. In addi‐
tion, there are manual gates on airport property that are controlled by airport personnel as well as pri‐
vate tenants.
AREA LAND USE AND ZONING
The area land use surrounding Arlington Municipal Airport can have a significant impact on airport op‐
erations and growth. The following identifies baseline information related to land use and zoning in
the vicinity of the Airport. By understanding the land use issues surrounding the Airport, more appro‐
priate recommendations can be made for the future of the Airport.
FEDERAL LEGISLATION AND REGULATIONS
There are numerous federal laws and regulations related to airport land use compatibility. Airports
that accept federal development grants are required to make every reasonable effort to comply with
the laws and regulations. The following is a summary of the federal laws and regulations related to
land use compatibility and zoning surrounding airports.
Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982 ‐ United States Code (USC), Title 49
Upon acceptance of federal funds, this Act obligates the airport owners to operate and maintain the
airport and comply with specific assurances, including maintenance of compatible land uses around
airports. The implementation of this Act is handled through stipulations outlined in the grant docu‐
ments signed by airport owners when accepting federal funds.
Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace – Title 14 CFR Part 77
This federal regulation establishes standards for determining obstructions in navigable airspace. It sets
forth requirements for construction and alteration of structures (i.e., buildings, towers, etc.). It also
provides for studies of obstructions to determine their effect on the safe and efficient use of airspace,
as well as providing for public hearings regarding these obstructions, along with provisions for the cre‐
ation of antenna farm areas. It also establishes methods of identifying surfaces that must be free from
penetration by obstructions, including buildings, cranes, cell towers, etc., in the vicinity of an airport.
This regulation is predominately concerned with airspace‐related issues. Implementation and en‐
forcement of the elements contained in this regulation are a cooperative effort between the FAA and
the individual state aviation agencies or the airports themselves.
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