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PLN180314 - RAMIREZ & CASTILLO (AT&T WIRELESS)
Public hearing to consider increasing of the height of an existing steel lattice tower from 117 feet to 129 feet for the co-location of a wireless communications facility. The project also consists of a new equipment enclosure and a diesel-powered backup generator.
Proposed Location: 17121 Tarpey Road, Royal Oaks, Coastal Zone
Proposed CEQA Action: Categorically Exempt per section 15301(b) of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Zoning Administrator:
a. Find the project is a minor alteration of an existing facility, which qualifies for a Class 1 Categorical Exemption per Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines and does not meet any of the exceptions under Section 15300.2;
b. Approve a Use Permit to allow an increase of the height of an existing steel lattice tower from 117 feet to 129 feet to allow co-location of a wireless communication facility, the installation of 12 panel antennas, 18 remote radio units, three (3) surge suppressors, a new equipment shelter, back-up diesel powered backup generator, and 16 x 16 perimeter screening fence at the foot of the existing electrical transmission line support tower.
A draft resolution, including findings and evidence, is attached for consideration (Exhibit B).
Staff recommends approval subject to 13 conditions.
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Owner: Alejandro Ramirez, property owner, Pacific Gas & Electric, tower owner
APN: 181-181-006-000
Agent: TSL Consulting, Tom Johnson, d/b/a AT&T
Zoning: Rural Density Residential [RDR/B-6 (CZ)]
Plan Area: North County Coastal Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: Photo-simulations Provided
SUMMARY:
The applicant requests approval of a Coastal Development Permit to allow an increase in the height of an existing steel lattice electrical powerline tower from 117 feet to 129 feet and the installation of a co-located wireless communication facility (WCF) including: 12 panel antennas, 18 remote radio units, three (3) ...
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