An assessment of regulatory compliance and residents' perceptions of the siting of telecommunication masts: Insights from a rapidly urbanising Ghanaian city

This study assesses the level of compliance with the regulations that guide the siting of telecommunication masts in the Kumasi Metropolis. Adopting a comparative case study research approach, 83 respondents were interviewed. The results of the study showed that, there was a complete compliance with...

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Published in:African geographical review 2022-10, Vol.41 (4), p.411-432
Main Authors: Takyi, Stephen Appiah, Amponsah, Owusu, Duamor, Sylvanus Narh, Azunre, Gideon Abagna, Ahadzie, Divine Kwaku
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
compliance levels
masts
sustainable city development
Telecommunication
urban growth
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Summary:This study assesses the level of compliance with the regulations that guide the siting of telecommunication masts in the Kumasi Metropolis. Adopting a comparative case study research approach, 83 respondents were interviewed. The results of the study showed that, there was a complete compliance with the height standard for masts; however, there was high level of non-compliance with regards to the safety zone of 20m. Also, the requirement for the telecommunication firms to ensure co-location of their masts has been violated in the study areas. In conclusion, the non-compliance with the regulations could undermine the quest to make Kumasi sustainable.
ISSN:1937-6812
2163-2642
DOI:10.1080/19376812.2021.1923538