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Plan Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: REZONING - IPC
Plan Number - T08SE00033
Review Name: REZONING - IPC
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2008 | TERRY STEVENS | ZONING | REVIEW | Completed | TO: Rezoning Division Re: Acceptance of Information for Plan Compliance (IPC) AT&T - Benson Hwy. 2190 E. Benson Hwy Special Exception Case Number - SE-08-33 1. The proposed use falls under the LUC Sec. 2.5.4.3 Special Exception Land Uses, Commercial Services Use Group, Sec. 6.3.5. Communications "31", subject to: Sec. 3.5.4.20.B, .C, and .E.1, or Sec. 3.5.4.20.B, .C, and .E.2, or Sec. 3.5.4.20.B, .C, and .F.2, 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. Should you have questions, contact me at 837-4961 please. Terry Stevens, Lead Planner City of Tucson, Development Services Department |
| 08/19/2008 | DAVE MANN | FIRE | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 08/22/2008 | MATT FLICK | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | The request contains adequate information to determine complaiance with the Kino Area Plan. |
| 08/25/2008 | MCASTRO2 | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Completed | DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING & DESIGN SE-08-33 AT&T - Benson Hwy. C-2 Special Exception ZEFNP Kino Area Plan 08/25/08 ipc drcorral This Special Exception request is to allow the collocation of a wireless telecommunications facility. The proposal is to extend an existing 58-foot-high wireless communication pole to a height of 70 feet and adding six AT&T antennas. The equipment will be placed at the base of the pole inside an existing fenced area. The site is located at 2190 E. Benson Highway. The site is adjacent to C-2 and C-3 zoning to the west and C-3 and C-1 zoning to the south and to the east with C-2 zoning across Benson Highway. Guidance for this land use request is provided by the Kino Area Plan (KAP), the General Plan, and Design Guidelines. Policy Summary KAP commercial subgoal, is to provide for an adequate amount and appropriate arrangement of commercial development within Kino. Policy 1.c. is to encourage private developers to utilize existing provisions in the Land Use Code which allow the integration of appropriate commercial and supportive service activities within industrial parks. The General Plan states within Element #4, Community Character and Design, under Policy 3.7 that whenever possible, telecommunications facilities be located, installed and maintained to minimize visual impacts and preserve views. Also under Policy 4.6 states to promote the coordination of efforts of government, private developers, and utility firms to improve the appearance of necessary aboveground utility lines and structures. 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. Discussion The applicant held the required neighborhood meeting on June 25, 2008. No neighbors attended, only the applicants attended the meeting. Recommendation Staff recommends that this application be accepted for processing. Plan Policy Kino Area Plan Overall Goal To establish guidelines for the future growth of the Kino area and to provide a balance of uses and a wide range of activities, including employment, shopping, housing, and recreation. Commercial Commercial development is an important part of any community and can contribute to an attractive and convenient living environment. Kino is in the unique position of providing for various commercial needs. On a regional level, it will continue to fulfill a tourist-oriented commercial function. In addition, commercial activity will increase to meet the supportive service needs of in-coming industrial employers/employees Demand for increased neighborhood-oriented shopping facilities will continue as a result of increased residential development. Such commercial functions should be arranged to best serve the needs of the neighborhood, community and region and should be encouraged to occur within an activity center framework where possible. Some land originally designated for commercial uses may be considered more appropriate for other uses due to changing area needs and trends. SUB-GOAL: Provide for an adequate amount and appropriate arrangement of commercial development within Kino. POLICY 1: The City should promote a variety of commercial activity centers within Kino to accommodate future regional, community, and neighborhood commercial needs (GP, Section 11, Policy 5 & 7A, B, C). This can be accomplished by: c. Encouraging private developers to utilize existing provisions in the Land Use Code which allow the integration of appropriate commercial and supportive service activities within industrial parks. General Plan Element 4: Community Character and Design Policy 3: Preserve scenic view of natural features and community landmarks 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 visual impact of cellular towers will be 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 infrastructure, not only in 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 · Site amenities such as walls and landscaping s:\caserev\SP-ECPT\SE08-09\ SE-08-33 AT&T - Benson Hwy. ipc |