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Plan Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: REZONING - IPC
Plan Number - T08SE00029
Review Name: REZONING - IPC
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2008 | ROGER HOWLETT | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Completed | DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING & DESIGN SE-08-29 AT&T - Ironwood Hill Drive Special Exception RX-2 Tumamoc Area Plan, Subarea 1 07/25/08 drcorral ipc The proposed special exception land use is for the installation of an unmanned AT&T wireless communications facility to be located on an RX-2 site with an existing church located at 2955 W. Ironwood Hill Drive. The proposed monopalm communications tower is projected at fifty (50) feet in height, and will include two antennas per sector with 3 sectors for a total of 6 antennas. The proposed fifty-foot height of the monopalm is an approximate height of nearby palm trees and utility poles in the area. The associated equipment cabinets will be housed in a 25' X 40' leased area that will be screened via a block wall enclosure and painted to match adjacent church building. Policy Summary Land use policy guidance is provided by the Tumamoc Area Plan (TAP), Subarea 1 and the General Plan. Subarea 1 of the TAP states this are is to be developed at lower densities than the underlying zoning allows in order to preserve wash systems, and that this type of development be maintained and continued. The proposed monopole will be disguised as a palm tree and will be located within a developed site zoned RX-2. 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 April 18, 2008, and held the required neighborhood meeting on May 29, 2007. Approximately 12 neighbors attended the meeting. Concerns raised included design and obstruction of views. The applicant addressed these concerns in that proposal changed from a four-legged church monument structure with a cross emblem to a monopalm design; thus substantially reducing the visual mass of the structure. 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. 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 l Total Acres: 622 Vacant: 56 Proposed Use: Residential, at suburban to urban densities. Highest densities should be located near Speedway and Greasewood. Major washes should remain natural and, where needed, should be restored. Lowest densities should be to the west. Mid-urban densities would be appropriate as a transition between urban and suburban developments. A cluster design is encouraged. This area is developed at lower densities than the underlying zoning allows in order to preserve wash systems. This type of development should be maintained and continued. 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\se08-09\ SE-08-29 AT&T - Ironwood Hill Drive ipc |
| 07/28/2008 | TERRY STEVENS | ZONING | REVIEW | Completed | TO: Rezoning Division Re: Acceptance of Information for Plan Compliance (IPC) AT&T at Son of Life Church 2955 W. Ironwood Hills Special Exception Case Number - SE-08-29 1. The proposed use falls under the LUC Sec. 2.3.3.3 Special Exception Land Uses, Commercial Services Use Group, Sec. 6.3.5. Communications, "13", 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 2. The submitted plan, showing the proposed cell tower is acceptable to continue the review for the zoning examiner's report. 3. The following items need to be noted at this time: a. A Scenic Corridor Zone Overlay submittal and approval is required for this project. Should you have questions, contact me at 837-4961 please. Terry Stevens, Lead Planner City of Tucson, Development Services Department |
| 07/29/2008 | MATT FLICK | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | The request contains sufficient information to determine compliance with the Tumamoc Area Plan (subarea 1). The cellular facilities are located where there is previous disturbance (TAP Guideline 3) and no infrastructure will be placed within a wash (TAP Guideline 4). |
| 08/04/2008 | MARTIN BROWN | FIRE | REVIEW | Approved |