Plan Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: REZONING - IPC
Plan Number - T10SE00121
Review Name: REZONING - IPC
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2010 | DAVID RIVERA | ZONING | REVIEW | Completed | CDRC TRANSMITTAL TO: Development Services Department Rezoning Section FROM: David Rivera for Terry Stevens Principal Planner PROJECT: AT&T - Speedway Boulevard. 3620 E. Speedway Boulevard - C-2 Zoning Special Exception Case Number - SE-10-121 TRANSMITTAL: September 23, 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). Revise the IPC site plan to include the following: A complete site plan which includes the property boundary with distance and bearings, all parking spaces, locations of dumpsters and loading zones, bicycle parking, and pedestrian sidewalks, Full vehicle parking calculation count which includes the number of required and provided parking spaces, Info stating how all the development criteria is met, The adjacent properties to the east/southeast with residential zoning must be depicted and labeled on the plan, The dimensions from the pole to the residential property must be labeled on the plan, Based on the overall height of the fronds from design grade the minimum setback must be two times the height (65') or 130 feet, Use the COT Mapguide to locate and label the adjacent zoning A copy of the last approved site or development plan must accompany the next submittal to verify certain code approved requirements such as vehicle parking, locations of dumpster and loading zones Pedestrian sidewalks etc., If you have any questions about this transmittal, please call Terry Stevens, (520) 836-4961 or email Terry.Stevens@tucsonaz.gov. |
| 09/27/2010 | JOHN BEALL | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Completed | PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SE-10-121 AT&T - Speedway Boulevard C-2 - Special Exception Alvernon-Broadway Area Plan and Miramonte Neighborhood Plan, and the General Plan 09/27/10 JB This proposal is for a special exception use in the C-2 zone, to allow a 65-foot monopalm on a 1.84 acre site that has two existing commercial buildings and parking lot. According to the Major Streets and Routes Plan, Speedway Boulevard is an arterial street. The monopalm would be set back from Speedway Boulevard approximately 230-feet along the western property boundary. The lease area will be approximately 207' x 35' located southwest of two existing commercial buildings. Access to the site will be from Speedway Boulevard, with one parking space made available for the technician. Surrounding Land Uses and Zones: To the north of the site, is C-2 zoning; to the east is C-2 zoning; to the west is C-2 zoning; and to the south is C-2/R-3 zoning. Commercial uses are to the east, west, and north; while multi-family residential uses are to the south. Policy Summary: The site is within the bounds of the Alvernon-Broadway Area Plan and Miramonte Neighborhood Plan. While these Plans provide no specific policy direction for cell tower proposals, the Miramonte Neighborhood Plan does include a policy that calls for mitigating clutter and unattractive visual elements. Both Plans make reference to creating attractive transitions between residential and commercial areas. The location of this site is an area identified for commercial uses in the Alvernon-Broadway Area Plan. More specific policy direction is provided by the General Plan, in Element 4, Character and Design, under supporting Policy 3.7 that requires, if possible, telecommunications facilities be located, installed and maintained to minimize visual impacts and preserve views. Visual impacts are a key consideration during the review process. General Plan, Element 4, under Policy 4.6 promotes the coordination of efforts of government, private developers and utility firms to improve the appearance of above-ground utilities and structures. Action 5.5A is to consider incentives for telecommunications providers to install infrastructure in older as well as newer neighborhoods, to increase opportunities for all citizens to have access to high-tech telecom services. Sufficiency of Information to Determine Plan Compliance - The applicant attended a rezoning pre-submittal meeting on June 2, 2010. Staff commented that appropriate design elements should be taken into consideration to mitigate negative impacts to the residential neighborhood located to the south. Staff also commented that applicant should review any site issues such as landscaping, loading zones, and parking. The applicant held a neighborhood meeting on July 1, 2010. There were four people who attended the meeting. It appears that the attendees did not have a problem with the height or location. Per the meeting minutes there was a request by the neighbors for the applicant to consider using a monopole instead of a monopalm; and for contributing part of the difference in cost to the association for capital improvement projects. The attendees also requested information on photosimulations, which were provided in e-mail form as well as in person during a second neighborhood meeting at the Ward Office on September 8, 2010. Summary - Sufficient information has been provided to determine that the proposal is consistent wit the land use plan policies; a plan amendment is not required. Staff supports the proposed stealth treatment of the monopalm, and the screening of the equipment compound, to mitigate visual impacts of this facility. Staff will recommend at the time of full review conditions requiring the monopalm faux bark, fronds and antennas be maintained as needed to preserve its visual integrity; and that graffiti be removed from the walls of the equipment compound in a timely manner. Plan Policy General Plan 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. Alvernon-Broadway Area Plan C. Nonresidential Policies: Policy 2 - Limit new office, commercial uses and redevelopment of existing uses to the locations shown on the Conceptual Land Use Map where all of the following are met: a. Primary access can be provided from an arterial street. b. All parking and maneuvering requirements can be met onsite or, if offsite, on locations that have been historically used for parking in conjunction with the site. c. Screening and buffering for adjacent residential uses can be provided onsite. d. New development complies with the General Design Guidelines. Miramonte Neighborhood Plan Goal #3: Neighborhood Transitions Policy 3.1 - Encourage good design to help make successful transition between commercial and residential uses. Goal # 4: Neighborhood Infrastructure Enhancement Policy 4.2 - Make the Neighborhood more attractive by mitigating clutter and unattractive visual elements. s:\caserev\SP-ECPT\SE10-11\ SE-10-121 AT&T - Speedway Blvd.ipc |
| 09/29/2010 | MATT FLICK | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Completed | This request contains adequate information to determine Alvernon-Broadway Area Plan and Miramonte Neighborhood Plan compliance, and a plan amendment is not required. |
| 10/01/2010 | DAVE MANN | FIRE | REVIEW | Approved |