Title
PLN180361 - CUERVO (AT&T MOBILITY)
Public hearing to consider the installation of a wireless communications facility consisting of a 50-foot high monopole with 8 antennas, all associated transmission cables; outdoor cabinets, and fenced perimeter. The facility is considered ridgeline development due to its location.
Proposed Location: Pine Canyon Road, King City (APN 420-071-067-000)
Proposed CEQA Action: Categorically Exempt per section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Planning Commission:
a. Find the project is a small structure, which qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption per Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines and does not meet any of the exceptions under Section 15300.2;
b. Approve a Use Permit to allow the installation of a 50-foot high communications monopole with 8 antennas and a supporting equipment shelter.
c. Approve a Use Permit to allow Ridgeline Development
A draft resolution, including findings and evidence, is attached for consideration (Exhibit A).
PROJECT INFORMATION:
Planning File Number: PLN180361
Owner: Cuervo (AT&T Mobility)
APN: 420-071-067-000
Agent: Tom Johnson
Plan Area: Central Salinas Valley Area Plan
Flagged and Staked: Photo-simulations Provided
SUMMARY:
The proposed project is located approximately 0.75 miles off of Pine Canyon Road on a 156.7 acre parcel zoned Permanent Grazing /40 acres per unit, Rural Grazing/20 acres per unit, and Low Density Residential / 5 acres per unit. The proposed site is within the Permanent Grazing/ 40 acres per unit (PG/40) zoning category, which allows wireless communication facilities with a Use Permit pursuant to Section 21.64.310. Therefore, the project is an allowed land use for this site. The site is currently used as grazing land.
The applicant requests approval of a Use Permit to allow development of a 50-foot tall wireless communications facility (WCF) to provide phone and wireless internet service for AT&T customers along Pine...
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