Difference between both "Military Base"?


I’m wondering, Military bases counted as appropriate but on the other hand, also mentioned under inappropriate section.

They are inappropriate when a wayspot blocks critical services.

But military bases tend to be rather large and have areas such as museums and fitness areas that are used by military members and are great for their extended family and friends as well.

More details can be found here:
https://community.wayfarer.nianticlabs.com/t/military-bases

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If the wayspot is in a location where people who have access to the base are able to use their phones and other electronic devices, then so long as the wayspot meets criteria, those kinds of locations are fine.

If it’s located in a sensitive area of the base where photography/electronic devices would not be permitted (even by authorised personnel), or where operations take place (such as a live firing range, etc.), those locations are not eligible.

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It can also vary from area to area. In the US, many military bases are their own contained cities, with services like restaurants, fitness centers, movie theaters, parks, etc, and many civilians may live there with their family member that is serving. As long as it’s not a restricted area or obstructs the military actions of the base, these communal places may be eligible.

Now, there are other areas that do not allow any civilian activities on military bases, may not even allow any photos to be taken or phones on the premises, and may they be restricted to only authorized personnel by law. So, if this is the case, we need to follow the player guidelines and obey the local laws.

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The statements preceding the example locations provide context:

Restricts access to a subset of people

Obstructs the driveway of ES or may interfere with the operations of …

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