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Plan Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: REZONING - ZE HEARING
Plan Number - T09SE00010
Review Name: REZONING - ZE HEARING
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2009 | NSTEVEN1 | DOT ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | 5/20/09 TDOT Engineering has no objections. Andy Dinauer |
| 05/20/2009 | NSTEVEN1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | PARKS & RECREATION | Completed | DATE: May 19, 2009 SUBJECT: SE-09-10 Verizon - Benson Highway, C-2 Zone (Ward 5) CC: Jane Duarte Staff has reviewed the proposed rezoning and recommends the following requirement: The subject antenna will be very visible from the future Julian Wash Greenway to the north and the Earp Wash Trail to the south. Therefore, the antenna should be camouflaged as, for example, a palm tree. Glenn Hicks Parks and Recreation 791-4873 ext. 215 Glenn.Hicks@tucsonaz.gov |
| 05/21/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | PIMA ASSN OF GOVTS | Completed | CASE: SE-09-10 Verizon - Benson Highway, C-2 Zone (Ward 5) COMMENT: NO OBJECTIONS OR ADVERSE COMMENTS Vehicle Trip Generation: Not Available Please call if you have questions or need additional information. Thanks KoSok Chae, Ph.D. |
| 05/21/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | ADOT | Completed | ADOT, Regional Traffic Engineering has NO COMMENT on this New Special Exception Case. Douglas Kratrina |
| 05/22/2009 | PETER MCLAUGHLIN | LANDSCAPE | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 05/26/2009 | DAVE MANN | FIRE | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 05/26/2009 | JULIE YBARRA | SIGNS | SIGN CODE REVIEW | Completed | 5/26/09 The above referenced case is a cell tower and the City of Tucson Sign Department does not review or issue any permits for cell towers. Julie Ybarra |
| 05/27/2009 | TERRY STEVENS | ZONING | REVIEW | Completed | CDRC TRANSMITTAL TO: Development Services Department Rezoning Section FROM: Terry Stevens Lead Planner PROJECT: Verizon - Benson Hwy 2721 E. Benson Hwy - C-2 Zoning Special Exception Case Number - SE-09-10 TRANSMITTAL: May 27, 2009 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 Development designator "31" requires or allows the following: Minimum site required = 0 sq. ft Floor area ratio = 0.90 Lot Coverage = N/A Maximum building height = 40 feet Interior perimeter yard indicator = DD Zoning has reviewed this proposal for compliance with The City of Tucson Development Standard Land Use Code (LUC). Off-Street Parking: One technician parking space required. Off-Street Loading: 0 required Bicycle Parking: 0 required Pedestrian Access: Not required. If you have any questions about this transmittal, please call Terry Stevens, (520) 836-4961 or email Terry.Stevens@tucsonaz.gov. |
| 05/27/2009 | JUDITH IMHOFF | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Completed | DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING & DESIGN SE-09-10 Verizon - Benson Hwy C-2 Special Exception Kino Area Plan 05/13/09 drcorral This Special Exception request is to allow the collocation of a 6' (diameter) microwave dish at the 56-foot level of an existing 150-foot communications monopole located at 2721 East Benson Highway. The monopole sits on a vacant C-2 lot and is surrounded by C-2 zoning on all sides except the northeast side of the site, which abuts R-2 zoning. The Kino Area Plan (KAP) provides guidance for this land use request along with 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 stealth design elements are used to minimize visual impacts in conjunction with adequate buffering to mitigate the potential negative impacts of more intense development on established neighborhoods are employed. Discussion This Special Exception request is to allow the collocation of a 6' (diameter) microwave dish at the 56-foot level of an existing 150-foot communications monopole located on a vacant, commercially zoned parcel at 2721 East Benson Highway. Vacant R-2 zoning abuts the site on the northeast side and the rest is surrounded by C-2. The Kino Area Plan does not specifically address communication antennas; however, the General Plan supports communication pole requests when visual impacts are minimized. No stealth techniques are proposed for this location. The only positive reduction in visual clutter results from co-location on an existing facility and by painting the microwave dish to match the existing monopole. It is also anticipated the microwave dish will have a negligible visual impact in the towers, as a result of the size and mass of the existing arrays. Recommendation The proposed special exception can be supported and is in general compliance with applicable policy and the intent of the Kino Area Plan the General Plan, and the Design Guidelines Manual. The following special exception conditions are recommended to support applicable policies. 1. The proposed collocation of the 6-foot (dia.) microwave dish shall be located no higher than 56' at ground level. · GP Element 4, Policy 3., 3.7 · GP Element 4, Policy 5, 5.5, 5.5.A · DG, Design Context and Neighborhood Character, 1.B.2.e. 2. Microwave dish shall be painted to match existing monopole. · GP Element 4, Policy 3., 3.7 · GP Element 4, Policy 5, 5.5, 5.5.A · DG, Design Context and Neighborhood Character, 1.B.2.e. 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. |
| 05/29/2009 | MATT FLICK | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | DSD Engineering has no objection or adverse comment to approval of the Special Exception for the microwave antenna to be mounted on an existing 150' tower located at 2721 E Benson Highway. The site lies along the northern side of Benson Highway. Benson Highway is designated as an MS&R Arterial with a proposed right-of-way of 120'; existing right-of-way is 150'. The eastbound and westbound travel lanes are divided by a raised median. 2-12' travel lanes and a 10' multi-purpose lane front this site. There is no sidewalk or curbing along the parcel frontage although both exist west of this parcel. Benson Highway is signed at 45 mph. There is no bus service along this section of Benson Highway and no RTA improvements are planned for this stretch of Benson Highway. The site does not lie within a mapped floodplain. Although the site lies within the Earp Wash critical basin, the proposed improvements will have little to no effect on the drainage and detention/retention is not required. Soils are Hydrologic Type B and have moderate infiltration. Matt Flick, P.E. Development Services Department City of Tucson Phone: (520) 837-4931 Fax: (520) 791-4340 Please visit our web site: www.ci.tucson.az.us/dsd |
| 06/01/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | ENV SVCS | REVIEW | Completed | No comment received. |
| 06/01/2009 | JOSE ORTIZ | DOT TRAFFIC | REVIEW | Completed | No comment received. |
| 06/01/2009 | NSTEVEN1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | PIMA CNTY WASTEWATER | Completed | June 1, 2009 FROM: Greg Hitt Principal Planner Development Liaison Section Pima County Wastewater Reclamation Department SUBJECT:Verizon Benson Highway -Addition of a Microwave Dish on an Existing Wireless Communications Tower .86 acres The Development Liaison Section of the Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department (PCRWRD) has reviewed the request and offers the following comments: This proposal will allow an additional microwave dish on an existing wireless communications tower. The site is located at 2721 E. Benson Highway and is zoned C-2. This project is only for the addition of a microwave dish on an existing communications tower. This project will not impact PCRWRD, PCRWRD has no comments on the proposed development. If you wish to discuss the above comments and conditions, please contact me at 740-6567. |
| 06/01/2009 | NSTEVEN1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OFFICE OF CONSERVATION & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT | Completed | 06/01/09 The City's Office of Conservation and Sustainable Development has no objections to this special exception. Thanks for the opportunity to review and comment. Jamison "Jamie" Brown Environmental Planner City of Tucson's Office of Conservation and Sustainable Development 201 N. Stone Ave., 3rd Floor, North Wing Tucson, AZ 85726 (520) 837-6933 jamie.brown@tucsonaz.gov |
| 06/02/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | TUCSON WATER NEW AREA DEVELOPMENT | REVIEW | Completed | Water Assurance letter received May 19, 2009. |
| 06/02/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | SCHOOL DISTRICT | Completed | No comment received. |
| 06/02/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | TDOT RTA | Completed | No comment received. |
| 06/02/2009 | NSTEVEN1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | TDOT STREETS | Completed | 6/2/09 No objections from Streets Sandra Zurbrick |
| 06/04/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OTHER AGENCIES | Completed | 5/19/09 We have reviewed the new rezoning proposal (CASE: SE-09-10 Verizon - Benson Highway, C-2 Zone (Ward 5) & have no comment. Darren T. Horstmeier Chief, Asset Optimization 355th Civil Engineer Squadron Davis-Monthan AFB DSN 228-5161, Comm 520-228-5161 |
| 06/04/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OTHER AGENCIES | Completed | 5/27/09 TEP has no comment on SE-09-10 Verizon for the addition of a microwave dish on an existing wireless cell tower. Laura J. Pinnas Environmental and Land Use Planner Land Management Tucson Electric Power Company PO Box 711, Mail Stop DS315 Tucson, AZ 85702 (520) 918-8254 |
| 06/04/2009 | JIMHOFF1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OTHER AGENCIES | Completed | June 1, 2009 Thank you for the opportunity to comment on SE-09-10 Verizon - Benson Highway, a special exception application for a site located southeast of the corner of Arlington and Benson Hwy. The site is currently zoned C-2. The purpose of this application is to allow for a wireless telecommunication collocation. This site is within the Tucson International Airport public disclosure area and traffic pattern airspace. The site is not within the City of Tucson Airport Environs Zone. The Tucson Airport Authority requests the following condition of rezoning approval: "That prior to the City's approval of any building permit, the property owner shall record a disclosure statement. The disclosure statement recognizes the existence, and operational characteristics of the Tucson International Airport and further conveys the right to the public to lawfully use the airspace above the property. The content of such documents shall be according to the form and instructions provided, which have been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney." The Tucson Airport Authority also asks that the property owner forward a copy of the recorded airport disclosure statement to: Jordan D. Feld, AICP Director of Planning Tucson Airport Authority 7005 S. Plumer Tucson, AZ 85756 Please be advised that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires airspace obstruction analysis (FAR Part 77). The FAA should be notified by the developer of any construction project within 20,000 feet of a public airport that exceeds a 100:1 surface from any point on the runway. An obstruction to this surface includes construction cranes used during development; the proposed development may potentially obstruct this surface during construction. If determined as necessary, the developer may e-file the required notification at: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/portal.jsp In addition, we ask that you forward a copy of the notification electronic submittal to the following email address: lfederico@tucsonairport.org Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns regarding this comment letter. I can be reached by email at jfeld@tucsonairport.org or by telephone at 520-573-5115. Again, thank you for the opportunity to comment on the subject application and the City of Tucson's recognition of the regional importance in ensuring continuing safety and viability of Tucson International Airport. Respectfully, Jordan D. Feld, AICP Director of Planning Tucson Airport Authority 7005 S. Plumer Ave. Tucson, AZ 85756 jfeld@tucsonairport.org www.tucsonairport.org (520) 573-5115 office (520) 573-8006 fax |