Title
PLN140559 - GONZALEZ (VERIZON WIRELESS)
Public hearing to consider the installation of a 100 foot mono-pine wireless communications facility.
Project Location: 900 Lewis Road, Royal Oaks, North County Area Plan
Proposed CEQA Action: Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator:
a. Find that the project is a wireless communications facility, which qualifies as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines, and there are no exceptions pursuant to Section 15300.2; and
b. Approve a Use Permit to allow the installation of a wireless communications facility consisting of a 100-foot mono-pine with nine panel antennas, 1,760 square foot equipment enclosure, associated equipment, and 168 linear feet of 6-foot chain link perimeter fencing.
A draft resolution, including findings and evidence, is attached for consideration (Exhibit A).
Staff recommends approval subject to 13 conditions.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Owner: Gonzalez (aka Andreas Estates)
Applicant: Complete Wireless Consulting on behalf of Verizon Wireless
APN: 412-012-017-000
Zoning: Rural Density Residential, 5.1 acres per unit (RDR/5.1)
Parcel Size: approximately 37.4 acres
Plan Area: North County Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: The Applicant submitted photo simulations as requested by staff.
SUMMARY:
Verizon Wireless proposes to develop a wireless communications facility consisting of a 100-foot mono-pine (faux tree-pole) with 9 panel antennas, a 1,760 square foot equipment enclosure, installation of associated equipment, and 168 linear feet of 6-foot chain link fencing. Staff discussed alternatives with the Applicant, reviewed alternative locations assessed by the Applicant, and concurs with development of the site currently proposed.
Regarding potential visual impacts, the subject property is not described as visually sensitive or an area where the 2010 General Pl...
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