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Plan Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: REZONING - IPC
Plan Number - T08SE00002
Review Name: REZONING - IPC
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2008 | DAVE MANN | FIRE | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 02/20/2008 | STEVE SHIELDS | ZONING | REVIEW | Completed | TO: Rezoning Division Re: Acceptance of Information for Plan Compliance (IPC) AT&T Cell Tower 2010 W. Anklam Road Special Exception - SE-08-02 The zoning for this property is C-1. The existing use falls under the Commercial Services Use Group, Sec. 6.3.5, Communications "8", limited to wireless communication towers and antennae, subject to: Sec. 3.5.4.20.B, .C, and .E.2, or Sec. 3.5.4.20.B, .C, and .F.1, or Sec. 3.5.4.20.B, .C, and .G. Also per the General Restrictions 2.5.3.6 the use is subject to the following; Drive-through services are not permitted unless specifically provided for the land use. All land use activities except vehicular use areas shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed building unless specifically provided otherwise. The submitted plan, showing the proposed cell tower and associated structures is acceptable to continue the review for the zoning examiner's report. Should you have questions, contact me at 837-4956 please. Steve Shields, Lead Planner City of Tucson, Development Services Department |
| 02/20/2008 | MATT FLICK | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | Sufficient information exists to determine compliance with the Tumamoc Area Plan. |
| 02/21/2008 | ROGER HOWLETT | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Completed | DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING & DESIGN SE-08-02 AT&T - Anklam Road Special Exception C-1 Tumamoc Area Plan, Subarea 19 02/21/07 drcorral The proposed special exception land use is for the installation of an unmanned Cingular Mobile wireless communications facility to be located on a commercial site, zoned C-1, and located at 2010 West Anklam Road. The proposed monopalm communications tower is projected at fifty (55) feet in height, and will include two antennas per sector with 3 sectors for a total of 6 antennas. The proposed fifty-five foot height of the monopalm is an approximate height of nearby trees and utility poles in the area. Furthermore, the applicant will provide an additional four trees to match existing and surrounding trees. The associated equipment cabinets will be located in the 10' x 30' leased area that will be screened via a block wall enclosures which will be painted to match adjacent commercial building. Policy Summary Land use policy guidance is provided by the Tumamoc Area Plan (TAP), Subarea 19 and the General Plan. A TAP supports commercial development that complements the character of neighborhoods and commercial districts in the Tumamoc Area. Subarea 19 of the TAP states commercial development should be limited to existing commercial zoning and should be architecturally compatible with the surrounding area. The proposed monopole disguised as a palm tree will be located within a developed site zoned C-1. General Plan policy also supports the provision of new telecommunications facilities if they are located, installed and maintained in a manner that minimizes visual impacts and preserves views. The Plans support the requested land use when visual appropriate design elements and buffering techniques to mitigate the potential negative impacts of more intense development on established neighborhoods are employed. The proposed wireless communication facility responds to the characteristics of the natural landscape of the surrounding area, as the communications tower will be stealth in the form of a palm tree. As such, the project is in general compliance in keeping with the intent of these Plans and a plan amendment is not required. Discussion The applicant attended a presubmittal meeting with staff on September 12, 2007, and held the required neighborhood meeting on January 23, 2007. The neighborhood meeting was held at 2010 W. Anklam Road. In attendance were two neighbors and Council Aide Carlos Romero from Ward 1. Carlos had concerns with antennae protruding from the fronds and the two neighbors asked about RF health issues. The applicant addressed these concerns. Recommendation Based on the appropriate meeting information and the preliminary development plan sufficient information has been provided to determine that the proposed project is in substantial compliance with Plan policies. Staff will review plans for the proposed project based on but not limited to; design, buffering and screening of ground equipment and planting of palm trees in the vicinity of the monopalm rather than planting trees to match existing and surrounding trees which consist of Mesquite and Palo Verdes. Tumamoc Area Plan II. GENERAL POLICIES. A. DEVELOPMENT POLICIES Public and private land in the Tumamoc Area should be developed in harmony with surrounding uses and according to terrain and drainage constraints. The integrity of established neighborhoods should be protected. This policy should be implemented in the following ways: Policy 2. Restrict commercial development to areas currently zoned for that purpose except as specifically provided in specific subarea policies. Policy 3. Future rezonings and development plans shall be consistent with residential density limits recommended for the subareas. Other policies in this plan take precedence over these recommendations in the event of conflict between adopted policy statements and recommended density designations. Policy 5. Either an Environmental Resource Report or a Design Compatibility Report is required for all rezonings, as appropriate. B. ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION POLICIES Intent Statement: Cultural heritage is a mosaic of a community's archaeological legacy, historic buildings, neighborhoods, and living culture as shown in the expression and celebration of ethnic diversity, regional folkways, and art. Archaeological and Historic Preservation policies support the preservation or restoration of archaeological, historical, and cultural sites that are eligible for inclusion to the National Register of Historic Places and the City of Tucson Historic Preservation Zone. In addition, these policies provide general support for existing neighborhood plans and historic districts that seek to maintain neighborhood integrity, stability, and architectural character. Policy 1. Archaeological resources on rezoning sites should be identified and mitigated through a cultural resource assessment conducted by qualified professionals. Should resources be found which are eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, every attempt to preserve those resources should be considered in project planning. If negative impacts to such resources are identified, then mitigation of the impacts following generally accepted procedures will be needed. Policy 2. Historic resources on rezoning sites should be identified and mitigated through a cultural resource assessment conducted by qualified professionals. Resources that are determined to be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places should be preserved if possible. If preservation cannot be accomplished, then appropriate documentation/mitigation of negative impacts will be needed. C. NATURAL FEATURES POLICIES. Policy 1. The unique desert environment of the Tumamoc Area should be protected. The environmental quality of the Tumamoc Area is its distinctive feature. The preservation of Tumamoc Hill, the natural washes, wildlife habitat, large areas of NUOS, and hillside areas are critical to the future of this area. This policy should be implemented in the following ways: f. New development should be designed and evaluated based on preservation of native vegetation, wildlife habitat, and conservation linkages, and provision of wash buffer zones, where appropriate. h. Preservation of the continuity of conservation linkages with naturally vegetated common area, NUOS, or undeveloped areas on abutting properties is strongly encouraged. E. DESIGN GUIDELINES Intent Statement: The Design Guidelines are intended to help insure that new development is designed in a manner that enhances the visual appearance of the area and is compatible with existing land uses. Not all of the guidelines apply to each case. The guidelines are to be used in various combinations depending on the proposed development, adjacent uses, and the existing site conditions. Guideline 3. When possible, locate new development where there are disturbed areas to minimize disturbance of NUOS areas. Guideline 5. Encourage design in new development, which complements the surrounding development by utilizing compatible setbacks and variations in building height or mass which compliment the scale of surrounding development. Guideline 6. During future rezonings and development plan review in the Tumamoc Area, new development should: a. maintain native vegetation on-site in compliance with the Native Plant Preservation Ordinance requirements. b. be oriented so as not to obstruct neighbors' views or privacy. d. be constructed of material or painted a color which blends with the natural environment. SUBAREA 19 Total Acres: 177 Vacant: 4 Proposed Use: Residential, at mid-suburban density; neighborhood commercial. Subarea is predominantly developed with single family residences. Vacant lots should be developed with compatible mid-suburban densities. Commercial development should be limited to existing commercial zoning and should be architecturally compatible with the surrounding area. Any new development should recognize and maintain existing buffer zones with regard to drainageways. General Plan Element 4:Community Character and Design, Policy 3: Preserve scenic views of natural features and community landmarks. Supporting Policy 3.7: Require that, whenever possible, telecommunications facilities be located, installed, and maintained to minimize visual impact, preserve views, and be consistent with the City's adopted land use plans and policies. Cabling and fiber optics should be installed underground where possible, and the visual impact of cellular towers will be a prime consideration in the City's acceptance and approval. Policy 5: Promote neighborhood identity and visual character 5.5 Promote upgrades to neighborhood infrastructure, including sidewalks and street lighting, and improvements to the existing housing stock 5.5 A Consider incentive for telecommunications providers to install infrastructures, not only in the newer areas, but also in older neighborhoods to increase opportunities for all citizens to have access to high-tech telecom services. Design Guidelines Manual e. Design Context and Neighborhood Character (1.B.2.e) Intent - improve the character of new projects and reinforce existing architectural character in established neighborhoods. Solution - harmonize new buildings with existing buildings by incorporating design elements of the adjacent architecture including the following: · Scale and massing of structure · Finishes, materials and colors s:\caserev\sp-excpt\se07-08\ SE-08-02 AT&T - Anklam Road ipc |