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Plan Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: REZONING - ZE HEARING
Plan Number - T10SE00102
Review Name: REZONING - ZE HEARING
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2010 | DAVE MANN | FIRE | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 07/26/2010 | JHERSHE1 | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Completed | PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES SE-10-102 AT&T - Tucson Blvd. C-2, ZELP (Ward 3) Cragin-Keeling Area Plan and General Plan 7/23/10 jsh (detailed review) Issue - This request is for a special exception use in the C-2 zone, to allow the height of an existing 40-foot telecommunications monopole to be extended 20 feet, to a total height of 60 feet. The pole is located in a fenced compound, on a commercially-developed parcel. There's an existing antenna array at about the 42-foot level, and a future antenna array planned by another carrier at about the 48-foot level. The proposed antenna array would be near the top of the monopole extension, at about the 60-foot level. A new equipment cabinet would be located within a new 30' x 15' lease area east of the monopole, within the fenced compound. The 0.9-acre commercial parcel is at the northwest corner of Tucson Boulevard and Water Street, one block north of Grant Road. It's owned by the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union, and developed with a single building near the center of the parcel, and a surrounding parking lot. The equipment compound, which is enclosed by a chain link fence with slats, is in the northwest corner of the site, and it will be accessed from Water Street, which is a local street according to the Major Streets and Routes Plan (MS&R). Tucson Boulevard is a collector street, with a 76-foot right-of-way, according to the MS&R. Area Zoning and Land Uses- The parcel is located along Tucson Boulevard, north of Grant Road, in a commercially-zoned area developed with a mix of commercial and office uses. To the north is a self-storage business in C-2 zoning, and to the south is the Tucson Association of Realtor's headquarters, also in C-2 zoning. To the east, across Tucson Boulevard, is a mix of commercial and office uses, in C-1 and C-2 zoning. West of the site is a small manufactured home park in O-3 zoning. The nearest manufactured home is about 80 feet west of the monopole. Further west is the Campbell-Grant residential neighborhood, in R-1 zoning. Land Use Plan Policy Summary - The site is within the bounds of the Cragin-Keeling Area Plan, however, no specific policy direction is provided for cell tower proposals. Policy direction is provided by the General Plan. General Plan Land Use policies (Element 2) protect established residential neighborhoods by supporting compatible development, including non-residential uses, where the scale and intensity of use is compatible with adjacent uses (Policy 3 and Supporting Policy 3.9). Community Character and Design policies (Element 4) require that, if possible, telecommunications (telecom) facilities be located, installed and maintained to minimize visual impacts and preserve views (Supporting Policy 3.7). To increase opportunities for all to have access to high-quality telecom services, telecom providers are encouraged to install infrastructure in older as well as newer neighborhoods (Action 5.5A). Assessment - The land use plan policies support the installation and upgrading of wireless telecommunications equipment, if the visual impacts can be mitigated. Where feasible, co-locating on an existing pole extension is preferred to constructing a new pole, as the visual impact is typically less. The applicant is proposing to extend an existing 40-foot monopole 20 feet, to a total height of 60 feet, and is proposing to locate new antennas near the top. There's already one set of antennas at about the 42-foot level, and another set is planned at about the 48-foot level. Although the site is near Tucson Boulevard, the monopole is not readily visible to those driving by, unless you specifically look for it. It is visible to residents in the mobile home park to the west, however, the proposed extension and addition of new antennas is not expected to significantly degrade the existing view. The closest mobile home is about 80 feet west of the site. Only one person attended the neighborhood meeting, and, based on the information provided, did not object to the proposal. To minimize visual impacts, the entire pole and all attachments, including antennas, should be painted a uniform color that will blend in with the surroundings. Any graffiti on the chain link fence slats should be removed within ten working days of discovery. Summary and Recommendation - This proposal is consistent with the policy direction provided by the land use plans. In general, extending an existing monopole, and co-locating antennas on it, is preferred to constructing a new pole. To ensure the visual impacts are mitigated, and to protect the character of the neighborhood, staff recommends the following, as conditions of granting this special exception request: 1) The existing pole as well as the proposed extension, and all attachments, are to be painted a uniform color that helps it blend in with the surroundings. General Plan, Element 4, Policy 3.7 2) Any graffiti on the chain link fence enclosure (i.e., on the slats) shall be removed within ten working days of discovery. General Plan, Element 4, Policy 5 LAND USE PLAN POLICIES Cragin-Keeling Area Plan Residential Policy 2 is to improve and preserve the quality of life in residential areas. General Plan Element 2 Policy 3 is to protect established neighborhoods by supporting compatible development. " Supporting Policy 3.9 is to support nonresidential uses, where the scale and intensity of use will be compatible with adjacent uses, including residential development, neighborhood schools and businesses. Element 4, Supporting Policy 3.7 requires that, whenever possible, telecommunication 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 4 is to design and maintain streets to enhance their overall functional and aesthetic quality. Supporting Policy 4.6 is to promote the coordination of efforts of government, private developers, and utility firms to improve the appearance of necessary above ground utility lines and structures. " Policy 5 is to promote neighborhood identity and visual character. " Action 5.5.A is to consider incentives 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. F:\Shardir\UPDfiles\DevRev\CASE_REVIEW\SP-EXCPT\SE10-11\SE-10-102.doc |
| 07/28/2010 | JOSE ORTIZ | DOT TRAFFIC | REVIEW | Completed | TDOT-Traffic has no objection to the proposed addition of a 20-foot extension to an existing cell tower, and add additional carrier with associated ground equipment on a 0.9-acre site |
| 07/29/2010 | TERRY STEVENS | ZONING | REVIEW | Completed | CDRC TRANSMITTAL TO: Development Services Department Rezoning Section FROM: Terry Stevens Lead Planner PROJECT: AT&T - Tucson Blvd. 2507 N. Tucson Blvd. - C-2 Zoning Special Exception Case Number - SE-10-102 TRANSMITTAL: July 29, 2010 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", limited to wireless communication towers and antennae, subject to: 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 Off-Street Parking: One technician parking space required. Off-Street Loading: 0 required Bicycle Parking: 0 required Pedestrian Access: Not required. Zoning has reviewed this proposal for compliance with The City of Tucson Development Standard Land Use Code (LUC). If you have any questions about this transmittal, please call Terry Stevens, (520) 836-4961 or email Terry.Stevens@tucsonaz.gov. |
| 08/04/2010 | JULIE YBARRA | SIGNS | SIGN CODE REVIEW | Completed | The site is located in the General Business District of the Tucson Sign Code. However, there are no signs allowed on cell towers. In addition there is a billboard also located at this location. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | DOT ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | TDOT Engineering has no objections. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | ENV SVCS | REVIEW | Completed | Approved with no objection by Environmental Service Department. Tony Teran - Env. Services. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | TUCSON WATER NEW AREA DEVELOPMENT | REVIEW | Completed | No comments received. |
| 08/04/2010 | JOE LINVILLE | LANDSCAPE | REVIEW | Approved | |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | PARKS & RECREATION | Completed | No comments for Parks |
| 08/04/2010 | MATT FLICK | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | PDSD Engineering has no objection or adverse comment to approval of a Special Exception for installation of communication facilities and extension of an existing monopole at this location. The 0.9-acre site lies at the northwestern corner of Tucson Boulevard and Water Street. Tucson Boulevard is a paved MS&RP Collector with a future right-of-way of 76' and a posted speed limit of 35 mph. Water Street is a paved local street with a "STOP" condition at Tucson Boulevard. There are several existing entrances to the site. There is no sidewalk; however, most of the site is paved up to the curb of the existing streets. The proposed telecommunications facilities are not located in a mapped floodplain or erosion hazard area. Since the site is located in a non-designated watershed (Flowing Wells Wash watershed) and is smaller than one acre, neither detention nor retention is required. No conditions are requested. Matt Flick, P.E. Project Manager Planning & Development Services City of Tucson Phone: (520) 837-4931 Fax: (520) 791-4340 Please visit our web site: www.tucsonaz.gov/dsd |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OFFICE OF CONSERVATION & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT | Completed | I have no comments at this time. IO |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | PIMA ASSN OF GOVTS | Completed | No comments to offer at this time. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | PIMA CNTY WASTEWATER | Completed | The PCRWRD has no objection to this special exception request as it does not affect the public sewer. Please contact me if you have questions. Thank you, Mirela Hromatka Capital Planning Unit Program Manager Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department Office: (520) 740-6488 Fax: (520) 740-6377 |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | SCHOOL DISTRICT | Completed | No comments received. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | ADOT | Completed | Regional Traffic Engineering has no comment on this submittal and recommends approval. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | TDOT RTA | Completed | No comments received. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | TDOT STREETS | Completed | No comments received. |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OTHER AGENCIES | Completed | We have reviewed the special exception request CASE: SE-10-102 Tucson Boulevard, C-2 Zone WARD: 3 & have no concerns. Darren T. Horstmeier Chief, Asset Optimization 355th Civil Engineer Squadron Davis-Monthan AFB DSN 228-5161, Comm 520-228-5161 |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OTHER AGENCIES | Completed | Please be advised, the subject special exception is outside of the airspace disclosure areas for TUS and RYN. TAA does not object to the subject request. thank you Jordan D. Feld, CM, AICP Director of Planning Tucson Airport Authority 7005 S. Plumer Ave. Tucson, AZ 85756 jfeld@tucsonairport.org <mailto:jfeld@tucsonairport.org> www.tucsonairport.org <http://www.tucsonairport.org/> (520) 573-5115 office (520) 573-8006 fax |
| 08/04/2010 | DCORRAL1 | REZ AGENCY REVIEW | OTHER AGENCIES | Completed | I have no issues with this request. CSO Becky Noel #37968 Tucson Police Dept 837-7428 |