PC Res 3417RESOLUTION NO. 3417
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF CAMPBELL APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT (PLN2001-145) TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION OF
THREE NEW PANEL ANTENNAS TO BE LOCATED ON AN
EXISTING PG&E TOWER AND THE ASSOCIATED UTILITY
CABINET BELOW ON PROPERTY OWNED BY PG&E AT 1469 S.
BASCOM AVENUE IN A P-F/0-S (PUBLIC FACILITIES/OPEN
SPACE) ZONING DISTRICT. APPLICATION OF MS. KAREN
McPHERSON, ON BEHALF OF METROPCS. FILE NO. PLN2001-
145.
After notification and public heating, as specified by law, and after presentation by the
Community Development Director, proponents and opponents, the heating was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Planning Commission did find as follows
with respect to application PLN2001-145:
1. Wireless telecommunications facilities are permitted in the P-F/O-S Zoning District subject
to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
2. The equipment cabinet will be enclosed within an existing 182 square foot enclosure, which
is surrounded by a 6-foot wood fence and access gate painted to match the tower.
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The antennas will be placed in such a way as to match the existing PG&E lattice tower. The
antennas will be mounted on an existing extension of the tower, and painted to match the
tower.
4. Landscaping will be installed to screen the equipment enclosure and help the facility blend
with the existing site conditions and surrounding area.
5. The location of the antennas attached to an existing structure is a preferred location and
mounting technique under the Wireless Telecommunications Facilities Ordinance.
Based upon the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and concludes
that:
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The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or working in
the neighborhood of such proposed use, or be detrimental or injurious to property and
improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City.
The proposed site is of adequate shape and size to accommodate the screening, landscaping,
and other features required in order to integrate the wireless telecommunications facility with
uses in the surrounding area.
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4. The establishment will not significantly disturb the peace and enjoyment of the nearby
neighborhood.
5. There is a reasonable relationship and a rough proportionality between the Conditions of
Approval and the impacts of the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission approves a Conditional
Use Permit (PLN2001-145) to allow the installation of three new panel antennas (MetroPCS) to
be located on an existing PG&E Tower and the associated utility cabinet below on property
owned by PG&E located at 1469 S. Bascoln Avenue, subject to the following conditions:
Where approval by the Director of Community Development, City Engineer, Public Works
Director, City Attorney or Fire Department is required, that review shall be for compliance with
all applicable conditions of approval, adopted policies and guidelines, ordinances, laws and
regulations and accepted engineering practices for the item under review. Additionally, the
applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required to comply with all applicable Codes or
Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of California that pertain to this development
and are not herein specified.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Planning Division
Approved Project: Approval is granted for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the installation
of three new panel antennas to be located on an existing PG&E lattice tower and the
associated utility cabinet below on property located at 1469 South Bascom Avenue. Project
approval shall substantially comply with project plans dated February 15, 2002, except as
may be modified by the Conditions of Approval herein.
Development Approval Expiration: All Conditions of Approval specified herein must be
completed within one year from the date of approval or the Conditional Use Permit shall be
void.
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Length of Permit Term: This Conditional Use Permit shall expire five years from the date of
approval, on March 12, 2007. If the use is to continue, the applicant shall apply for a
Conditional Use Permit for additional five-year periods.
Upgrading of Facility Required: If technological improvements or developments occur
which allow the use of materially smaller or less visually obtrusive equipment, the service
provider will be required to replace or upgrade the approved facility upon application for a
new Conditional Use Permit to minimize adverse effects related to land use compatibility,
visual resources, public safety, or other environmental factors.
Materials and Colors: All antenna facilities mounted to the lattice tower shall be painted a
non-reflective gray color to match the lattice tower.
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Landscape and Irrigation Plans: The applicant shall submit four (4) sets of a landscape and
irrigation plan to the Planning Division for review and approval by the Community
Development Director prior to the issuance of a building permit. Landscape and irrigation
plans shall be consistent with the City's Water Efficient Landscaping Standards (WELS).
7. Landscape Maintenance: The owner/operator of the property shall provide on-going
maintenance of the required landscaping for the project.
8. Outdoor Storage: No outdoor storage is permitted on the property.
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Maintenance of Facilities: It is an ongoing obligation of MetroPCS, assignees, and
successors in interest to maintain the exterior finish of the fence and equipment approved by
this action in good order. Faded, peeling, or damaged paint shall be repainted as soon as
practical.
10. Cessation of Operations: The service provider shall provide written notification to the
Community Development Director upon cessation of operations on the site exceeding a 90-
day period. The service provider shall remove all obsolete or unused facilities from the site
within 180 days of termination of its lease with the property owner or cessation of operations,
whichever comes earlier.
11. New Permit Required: If a consecutive period of 180 days has lapsed since cessation of
operations, a new Conditional Use Permit shall be required prior to use or reuse of the site.
12. Security Required: Prior to issuance of any building permits for this facility, the applicant
shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit, cash deposit, or other reasonable form of
security, satisfactory to the City Attorney, in an amount reasonably sufficient to cover the
cost of removal of the facility in the event that its use is abandoned or its Conditional Use
Permit expires or is terminated and the equipment is not voluntarily removed. An estimate of
the cost of removal shall be provided by MetroPCS for review by the City prior to submittal
of security.
13. Utilities: All new on-site utilities shall be installed underground per Section 20.36.150 of the
Campbell Municipal Code for any new or remodeled buildings or additions. Applicant shall
comply with all plan submittals, permitting, and fee requirements of the serving utility
companies.
14. Business License Required: A City Business License shall be obtained for this operation
prior to the issuance of a building permit and shall be renewed annually.
15. Cables: All external cables or equipment shall be obscured from public view by enclosing
them in architecturally designed cabinets painted to match the structure.
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16. Compatibility With City and County Fire Emergency Services: The facility shall not be
operated nor caused to transmit on or adjacent to any radio frequencies licensed to the City or
County Fire Department for emergency telecommunication services such that the agencies'
emergency telecommunications system experience interference.
17. Lighting: The use of lighting shall not be allowed on telecommunication facilities unless
required as a public safety measure. Where lighting is used, it shall be shielded to prevent
glare on adjacent uses.
18. No Advertising: No advertising signage or identifying logos shall be displayed on wireless
telecommunications facilities, except for small identification plates used for emergency
notification or hazardous or toxic materials warning.
19. Noise: The noise level on adjacent residential uses shall not exceed an exterior noise level of
65dBA or noise level audible from a residential use with windows and doors closed an
interior noise level of 45dBA.
20. Back-Up Generators: Backup generators shall comply with the noise standard referenced
above and shall only be operated during power outages or for testing and maintenance
between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
21. Heat Generation: The wireless telecommunication facility, including power source and
cooling facility, shall not be operated so as to cause the generation of heat that adversely
affects any building occupant.
22. Odors: The testing of back-up generators shall not produce odors that adversely affect the
public.
23. Maintenance Hours: Normal maintenance activities shall only occur between the hours of
7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, excluding emergency repairs.
24. Safety:
A. Public Access Restricted: Antennas are to be sited in such a way and barriers and
signage provided to prevent a person from passing within the safety limits established by
the FCC-adopted standards for controlled access.
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Warning Signs: Signage shall be maintained at the facility identifying all wireless
telecommunication facility equipment and safety precautions for people nearing the
equipment as may be required by any applicable FCC-adopted standards, including the
RF radiation hazard warning symbol identified in ANSI C95.2-1982, to notify persons
that the facility could cause exposure to RF emissions.
C. Emissions Conditions: It is a continuing condition of this authorization that the facilities
be operated in such a manner so as not to contribute to ambient RF/EMF emissions in
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excess of then current FCC adopted RF/EMF emission standards; violation of this
condition shall be grounds for revocation.
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Periodic Safety Monitoring: The wireless telecommunications service provider shall
submit to the Community Development Director 10 days after installation of the
facilities, and every two years thereafter, a certification attested to by a licensed engineer
expert in the field of EMR/RF emissions, that the facilities are and have been operated
within the then current applicable FCC standards for RF/EMF emissions. As a co-
location site, the report shall compare EMR/RF emissions at this location generated by all
uses to the limits established by the FCC. The report shall be written in plain English.
Emergency Contact: The service provider shall provide signage as required, including
phone numbers of the utility provider, for use in case of an emergency. The signs shall
be visibly posted on the communications equipment cabinet.
Building Division
25. Permits Required: A building permit application shall be required for the proposed antenna
structure. The building permit shall include Electrical/Plumbing/Mechanical fees when such work is
part of the permit.
26. Construction Plans: The Conditions of Approval shall be stated in full on the cover sheet of
construction plans submitted for building permit.
27. Size of Plans: The minimum size of construction plans submitted for building permits shall
be 24 in. × 36 in.
28. Plan Preparation: This project requires plans prepared under the direction and oversight of a
California licensed Engineer or Architect. Plans submitted for building permits shall be "wet
stamped" and signed by the qualifying professional person.
29. Site Plan: Application for building permit shall include a competent site plan that identifies property
and proposed structures with dimensions and elevations as appropriate. Site plan shall also include
site drainage details. Site address and parcel numbers shall also be clearly called out. Site parking
and path of travel to public sidewalks shall be detailed.
30. Special Inspections: When a special inspection is required by U.B.C. Section 1701, the
architect or engineer of record shall prepare an inspection program that shall be submitted to
the Building Official for approval prior to issuance of the building permits, in accordance
with U.B.C Section 106.3.5. Please obtain City of Campbell, Special Inspection forms from
the Building Inspection Division Counter.
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31. Water Pollution Prevention: The City of Campbell, standard Santa Clara Valley Non-point
Source Pollution Control Program specification sheet shall be part of plan submittal. The
specification sheet (size 24" X 36") is available at the Building Division service counter.
32. Approvals Required: The project requires the following agency approval prior to issuance of
the building permit:
a. Santa Clara County Fire Department
SANTA CLARA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
33. Permit Required: The applicant shall obtain a permit from the Santa Clara Valley Water
District for the proposed wireless telecommunications facility prior to construction.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 12th day of March, 2002, by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Commissioners:
Alderete, Doorley, Francois, Gibbons, Hernandez, Jones
and Leonard
None
None
None
Tom FrancoiS/, Chair ~
ATTEST:
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