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HomeMy WebLinkAboutA1 RECEIVED JUN 13 2016 '64- k-05 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 CITY OF AMES,K)WA DEPT.OF PLANNING&HOUSING Cell Site with Antenna Special Use Permit Application Form For a Site in a Zone other than Residential or Commercial (This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.) 1. Property Address for this Special Use Permit: 1325 South 4th Street 2. I (We) the undersigned, do hereby respectfully request the Ames Zoning Board of Adjustment to grant a Special Use Permit to allow a "Cell Site with Antenna"at the property address listed above. 3. Legal Description (attach, if lengthy): See Attached Parcel 910 250 010 4. Property Owner: Matt Randall Business: Randall Corporation Address: 420 South 17th St. Ames IA 50010 (Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone: 515-233-2580 (Home) (Business) (Fax) 5. Applicant: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Business: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T Mobility) Address: 901 Marquette Ave., 3rd Floor Minneapolis MN 55402 (Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone: 314-503-4444 866-655-2853 (Home) (Business) (Fax) 6. Contact Person: Steve Ward Business: Ward Development Services, LLC Address: 15 Park Place Swansea IL 62226 (Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone: 314-503-4444 866-655-2853 (Home) (Business) (Fax) E-mail address: steve@ward-development.com 2 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 This Special Use Permit will not be granted unless sufficient facts are presented with the application, and at the Planning and Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings, to support a finding that all the general and specific standards for granting a Special Use Permit have been met Obtaining this Special Use Permit does not absolve the applicant from obtaining all other applicable permits, such as Building Permits, IDOT access permits, etcetera. I (We) cetWft that I(we) have submitted all the required information to apply for a :Special Use Permit and that the hi/ormation is, actuaL Signed Property owner(s) Print Name (I'Vote: No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner's Signature.) Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 Cell Site with Antenna Special Use Permit Supporting Information For a Site in a Zone other than Residential or Commercial (This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.) Section 29.1307(4) of the Zoning Ordinance states that a Special Use Permit is required for a cell site with antenna that is either not mounted on an existing tall structure or is more than 20 feet higher than the tall structure on which it is mounted. Such a cell site with antenna shall not be permitted except pursuant to a Special Use Permit issued by the Zoning Board of Adjustment in accordance with Sections 29.1503 and 29.1307. The Zoning Board of Adjustment cannot approve a Special Use Permit unless all of the "General Standards" and the "Cell Site with Antenna" standards are met. In order to facilitate review of this application for a Special Use Permit, the applicant must address each of the "General Standards"set forth in Section 29.1503, and in addition, the standards for a "Cell Site with Antenna"set forth in Section 29.1307(7) of the Zoning Ordinance. (Note: The applicant's explanation of how the request meets each standard may be attached on a separate sheet if sufficient space is not provided.) 1. General Standards. The Planning and Zoning Commission and the Zoning Board of Adjustment shall review each application for the purpose of determining that each proposed use meets the following standards, set forth in 29.1503(4)(a), and in addition, shall find adequate evidence that each use in its proposed location will: (a) Be harmonious with and in accordance with the general principles and proposals of the Land Use Policy Plan (LUPP). Explain how the request meets this standard. The LUPP provides a template for the development within Ames. Tower placement is not directly addressed for temporary siting at this location. This site is within the theme for communication sitings and well setback from the roadway and residential uses. 4 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 (b) Be designed, constructed, operated, and maintained so as to be harmonious in appearance with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and that such use will not change the essential character of the area in which it is proposed. Explain how the request meets this standard. The temporary site will be built in a similar manner to the site previously used over the past years.The area is not developed and is largely a flood plain/fringe. (c) Not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future uses in the same general vicinity. Explain how the request meets this standard. The site is temporary and will be removed with the ground being restored to it original condition. (d) Be served adequately by essential public facilities and services such as highways, streets, police, fire protection, drainage structure, refuse disposal, water and sewage facilities, and/or schools. Explain how the request meets this standard. Electric,telephone and fiber are already present at the site. There is an existing concrete entrance off Fourth Street to the site. 5 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 (e) Not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services. Explain how the request meets this standard. Electric,telephone and fiber are already present at the site. There is an existing concrete entrance off Fourth Street to the site. (f) Not involve uses, activities, processes, materials, equipment, or conditions of operation that will be detrimental to any person, property, or general welfare by reason of excessive production of traffic, noise, smoke, fumes, glare, or odors. Explain how the request meets this standard. The site will create no traffic, noise, smoke, fumes,glare, or odors. It will be visited once every one or two weeks during its use. (g) Be consistent with the intent and purpose of the Zone in which it is proposed to locate such use. Explain how the request meets this standard. Any tower in the City in any district requires a SUP. 6 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 2. Standards for a Cell Site with Antenna: The Planning and Zoning Commission and Zoning Board of Adjustment shall review each application for the purpose of determining that the following standards, set forth in 29.1307(7), which are listed below, have been met, in addition to the "General Standards"and the "Commercial Zone Standards".- (a) Necessity. The wireless communications company shall demonstrate, using technological evidence, that the antenna must be located where it is proposed in order to satisfy the antenna's function in the company's grid system. Explain how the request meets this standard. The site is needed during the football season to aid our capacity needs during events at Jack Trice Stadium. (b) Co-location Effort. If the wireless communications company proposes to build a tower (as opposed to mounting the antenna on an existing tall structure), it shall demonstrate that it contacted the owners of tall structures within a one-quarter- mile radius of the site proposed, asked for permission to install the antenna on those tall structures, and was denied for reasons other than failure to agree on compensation. The Zoning Board of Adjustment may deny the permit if it concludes that the applicant has not made a good faith effort to mount the antenna on an existing tall structure. Explain how the request meets this standard. There are no existing tall structures in the area. (c) Antenna Height. The applicant shall demonstrate, to the reasonable satisfaction of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, that the antenna is the minimum height required to function satisfactorily. No antenna that is taller than this minimum height shall be approved. Explain how the request meets this standard. The City does not allow guy wires. The antenna load requirements are such that our alternative is a tilt-up monopole. The pole is a set height of 100'. 7 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 (d) Setbacks from Base of Antenna Support Structure. The minimum distance between the base of the support or any guy anchors and any property line shall be the largest of the following: (i) 50% of antenna height; (ii) The minimum setback in the underlying Zone; or (iii) 60 feet. Explain how the request meets this standard. The setbacks are met. The property is zoned A. Front 50'Side 20'and rear 50'. At a 100'height the required setback is 60'. (e) Antenna Support Structure Safety. The applicant shall demonstrate, to the reasonable satisfaction of the Zoning Board of Adjustment, that the proposed antenna and support structure are safe and the surrounding areas will not be negatively affected by support structure failure, falling ice or other debris, or radio frequency interface. All support structures shall be fitted with anti-climbing devices, as approved by the manufacturers. Explain how the request meets this standard. The tower ballast will be designed per the Building Code. There are no other structures on the property and the tower is at least its height from any property line. (f) Fencing. An opaque fence constructed of wood or masonry material, or other substantial material, that is consistent with the existing structures on the proposed site and approved by the Zoning Board of Adjustment, shall be installed around the antenna support structure and other equipment unless the antenna is mounted on an existing structure. Explain how the request meets this standard. A six(6)foot tall wood fence is proposed. 8 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 (g) Co-location. In order to reduce the number of antenna support structures needed in the community in the future, the proposed support structure shall be required to accommodate other users, including other wireless communications companies and local police, fire, and ambulance companies. Explain how the request meets this standard. We ask this requirement to be waived for this temporary installation. (h) FCC License. The wireless communications company shall provide proof that it is licensed by the Federal Communications Commission. Explain how the request meets this standard. FCC license attached (i) Required Parking. If the cell site is fully automated, adequate parking shall be required for maintenance workers. If the site is not automated, the number of required parking spaces shall equal the number of people on the largest shift. Explain how the request meets this standard. One space on drive is provided. 9 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 (j) Painting. Antenna support structures should be painted in such a manner as to reduce the visual impact and create a harmonious appearance with its surroundings. Explain how the request meets this standard. The tower is grey in color. (k) Site Plan. A full site plan shall be required for all cell sites, showing the antenna, antenna support structure, building, fencing, buffering, and access. Explain how the request meets this standard. See attached please. (1) Air Safety. Support structures 200 feet in height or taller, or those near airports, shall meet all Federal Aviation Administration regulations. Explain how the request meets this standard. Not Applicable 10 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 Cell Site with Antenna Special Use Permit Site Development Plan Checklist For a Site in a Zone other than Residential or Commercial (This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.) The applicant shall provide seven (7) copies of a Site Development Plan, which includes the information described below, as set forth in Section 29.1502 of the Zoning Ordinance. Seven (7) copies of a Site Development Plan, drawn to scale on a sheet not to exceed 24" x 36", and one (1) reduced copy no larger than 11" x 17". The Site Development Plan must be prepared by a Civil Engineer, a Land Surveyor, a Landscape Architect, or an Architect. The site plan must be certified as "substantially correct" by a Professional Engineer, a Land Surveyor, a Landscape Architect, or an Architect, licensed by the State of Iowa, showing the following information as of the date of the application. Note: With approval by City staff prior to submitting the Site Development Plan, it may be possible to exclude some of the following items from the Site Development Plan. Please place a check mark in the box in front of each item that is included as part of the application materials submitted for approval. Name(s) and address(es) of the applicant(s). `�( Name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of record of the property. 15( Name and address of the person or firm preparing the site plan. Property address(es). Date of preparation. North Arrow. 14 Scale: The scale shall not be less than 1"=10', and no greater than 1"=60', unless an alternate scale is approved by the Director of the Department of Planning and Housing. Legal Description. to Dimensions of the present lot and lot area, to the nearest tenth of a foot. 11 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 Size and location of all existing and proposed buildings, additions, structures, and uses, including: U Setback distance to property lines; CR Exact exterior dimensions of each building; 51 Location of entrances; i11' ❑ Number of dwelling units; and, N Ci Square footage of each type of use. Zoning designation of the property. [�1 Proposed use of the property in sufficient detail to determine code compliance. ❑ Existing and proposed locatioand size of sanitary sewer mains and service lines, or septic tank and leaching field. NN ❑ Existing and proposed location and size of water mains, service lines and hydrants, and/or water well. `V A Existing and proposed location and size of electrical service (electrical riser diagram) and the location of high-pressure gas lines, high tension transmission lines, and telephone lines. Existing and proposed location and size of storm drainage facilities on the property and adjacent to the property. T4 Location, grade, and dimensions of all existing paved surfaces and of all abutting streets. ❑ Existing and proposed location and dimensions of parking areas, individual parking spaces and drive aisles, driveways, curb cuts, easements and rights-of-way, walkways, transit stops, bicycle parking areas loading areas, dividers, curbs, islands, and other parking and drive improvements. N I If the project is located along U.S. Highway 69, access to U.S. 69 shall be reviewed by the I.D.O.T. and a meeting shall be held that includes I.D.O.T. staff, the City traffic engineer, other appropriate City staff, the developer, and the developer's plan preparer to agree on access prior to the submittal of the site plan. ❑ Existing and proposed contours at 2-foot intervals, based on City datum, when an application pert ins to any new permanent detached building or structure (principal or accessory). I V i- ❑ Location of existing a d proposed outdoor trash and dumpster areas and methods for screening such areas. ❑ Location and type of all existing and proposed signs. n � h 12 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 ❑ Evidence that the proposed work or activity will comply with the Outdoor Lighting Code, set forth in Section 29.411 of the Zoning Ordinance NA- Specifically, the application shall include: ❑ Plans indicating the location on the premises, and the type of illuminating devices, fixtures, lamps, supports, reflectors, and other devices; ❑ A detailed description of the illuminating devices, fixtures, lamps, supports, reflectors, and other devices. The description shall include manufacturer's catalog cuts and drawings, including sections when requested; and, ❑ Photometric data, such as that furnished by manufacturers, showing the angle of cut off or light emissions. Location of waterbodies, watercourses, swamps and flood-prone areas with delineated channel encroachment lines, wetland boundary lines, 100-year flood plain boundary line, and floodway boundary line. I, When an application is located in a flood-prone area include existing and proposed site grades, contours and elevations, base flood elevation data, top-of-foundation elevations, finished floor elevations, and any proposed watercourse relocation. ❑ When an application for development involves 0.5 acres, or more, of cumulative disturbed area(s), a Sediment Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted. However, such a Plan may be required for applications with disturbed land of less than 0.5 acres, if deemed necessary by the Planning Director. NA Location of natural features including: existing trees, rock outcrops, and landslide areas. ❑ Storm water management plan, including storm water calculations supporting the design. Such plan shall show grades and/or elevations, direction of surface flow, detention and/or retention areas, outlet control structures, and devices. t A / A landscape plan showing: ,V / 1 The location of plants. A plant list that includes: The plant species; t The quantity of each type of plant; and, The size of each plant at the time of planting. �Ir, The location of fences and walls. ❑ Traffic impact studies, soil tests, utility capacity analysis, and other similar information if deemed necessary by the Department of Planning and Housing to determine the feasibility of the proposed development. N� 13 Application Form Last Updated: December 30, 2014 ❑ Two (2) copies of architectural drawings of all new buildings or structures, or alterations, at a scale not to exceed 1"=8% showing the following information: ❑ Name(s) of the applicant(s) and the owner(s) of record; ❑ Legal Description and street address of the property; n I ❑ Numerical scale and date; 1 ❑ All exterior wall elevations, indicating floor heights, overall building height, and fenestration; and, ❑ Building floor plans indicating existing and proposed usage, interior floor area, and/or patron floor area. ❑ For Village Residential projects, Suburban Residential projects, or Planned Residence District projects that are to develop in phases, the applicant shall provide a phasing plan indicating areas to be develope reach phase and the time frame for the development of each phase. N 4 C A note to be placed on all site plans to read as follows: "All construction materials, dumpsters, detached trailers, or similar items are prohibited on public streets or within the public right-of-way." Size of electrical service and one line drawing of the metering and electrical service. Number of meters at each location. Preferred voltage required for the building. 1 Preferred location of the electrical service. In addition to Minor or Major Site Development Plan submittals, a Use Analysis Report shall be prepared by the applicant for all properties located in a G-1(General Industrial) or in a P-1(Planned Industrial)zoning district, that shows the following: ❑ Approximate number of employees; Ph ❑ Approximate utility needs and effect upon existing systems, e.g., projected water demand (GPM/GPD), waste water generation (GPD + COD/BOD), electricity demand (KW), storm water increase (CFS), solid waste generation (tons); and ❑ Possible nuisance factors and means for alleviating those factors, such as noise, odor, smoke, dust, fumes, vibration, or heat. 14 Application Forrn Last Updated. December 30, 2014 Cell Site with Antenna Special ("'Se Permilfin- a SWe in a Zone o1her lhan Residenlial or Co-minercial Permission to Place a "Zoning Ac6on Pendin�-,Y . Sign on Private ProperlJ`, (This forin must be filled out completely before ,our application will be accepted.) Sectton 29,1500(2)(d)(W) of the Zoning Ordinance, requires that notice shall be posted by the City on the subject property. One notice sign shall be posted for each property- Required signs shall be posted along the perimeter of the subject property in locations that are highly ,osibte from adjacent pubiic streets prior to the public hearing. The owner of property at 1325 South 4th Street hereby grants the City of Ames permission to place "Zoning Action Pending" signs on the property for the purpose of informing interested persons of the request for action by the City of Ames, I understand that the signs will be placed on the property several days prior to action on the request to the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, or the City Council, and may remain on the property until the request has been approved or denied by the City. 4�" A- Signed key: . Date 4" fro e Print Name (,Voto. 4Y i4her signature mtq fie suAsnturedfiw lire PrapeM Owner's Signature.) 1( Instrunent:2009- 00000311 �l1 Date:Jan 130009 09:32:31A — Rec fee: 500 E-Cm Fee: 1.00 6' Aud Fee: 5:00 Trans Tax: 3.20 �— Rec tlanaseaent Fee: 1.00 Hon-Standard Pose Fee: .00 Filed for record in Story County Iowa Susan L. Vande Katy County Recorder RETURN TO: Cv� Prepared by: Larry R. Curtis,323 Sixth Street,P.O. Box 664,Ames, IA 50010,515-232-4732 Scott Randall,420 S. 17th Street,Ames, IA 50010 Mail tax statement to: Scott Randall,420 S. 17th Street Ames, IA 50010 WARRANTY DEED For valuable consideration,MATTHEW D. RANDALL and LEIGH S.RANDALL,husband and wife, do hereby Convey to RANDALL CORPORATION the following described real estate in Story County,Iowa: That part lying North of the centerline of Squaw Creek of the following:Commencing 33 feet West of the Northeast corner of the SE%NW'/,Section 10,Township 83 North Range 24 West of the 5t' P.M., Story County, Iowa, thence South 292 feet;thence West 234 feet; thence North 292 feet;thence East 234 feet to the point of beginning. Also commencing at the center of said Section 10,Township 83 North,Range 24 West,thence North along West line of NE'/4 of said Section 10 a distance of 557.68 feet; thence N 34°07'40" E a distance of 352 feet;thence N 55°52'20"W a distance of 55 feet to the point of beginning; thence N 34°07'40"E a distance of 215.34 feet;thence on a 679.80 radius curve to the right a chord distance of 317.35 feet;thence West 40 feet distant from and parallel to the North line of the SW%NE%of said Section 10 to the East line of South Riverside Drive;thence South along said East line of South Riverside Drive to the centerline of Squaw Creek; thence Southeasterly along said centerline of Squaw Creek to the point of beginning. Also that part of vacated South Riverside Drive commencing at the South line of Lot 24, Riverside Addition and running South to the centerline of Squaw Creek,except that part of vacated South Riverside Drive lying East of Lot 25, described as: Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot 24,Riverside Addition to Ames,Iowa,thence West 58 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 25, Riverside Addition to Ames, Iowa,thence South 33 feet to the Southeast comer of Lot 25, thence East 58 feet, thence North 33 feet to the point of beginning,subject to easements retained by the City of Ames, Iowa. The warranties of title hereinafter provided are subject to applicable zoning,subdivision,health and rental housing regulations;restrictive covenants of record;and existing easements,streets and other public rights-of-way that may cross the property. Grantors do hereby covenant with grantee,and successors in interest,that grantors hold the real estate by title in fee simple;that they have good and lawful authority to sell and convey the real estate;that the real estate is free and clear of all liens and encumbrances except as may be above stated;and grantors covenant to warrant and defend the real estate against the lawful claims of all persons except as may be above stated. Each of the undersigned hereby relinquishes all rights of dower,homestead and distributive share in and to the real estate. Dated: C- Z " 2001$ r � C MAT EW D. D L LEIGO S. RANDALL STATE OF IOWA,STORY COUNTY,ss: On this nw day of 2., 2001,the undersigned,a Notary Public in and for said state, personally appeaarredC MATTHE .RANDALL and LEIGH S.RANDALL,husband and wife,to me known to be the identical persons named in and who executed the foregoing instrument,and acknowledged that they executed the same as their voluntary act and deed. =�RALL ar 1%% N ARY PUBLI -STATE OF IOWA • FCC License LICENSEE CALL SIGN: KNLG412 SITE ID: DESMIA550 USID: 104075 SITE NAME: Iowa State Fair COW (Jack Trice Stadium) PURSUANT TO FCC RULES SECTION 1.6, 22.303 and 101.215 THE CUSTODIAN OF THIS STATION'S LICENSE IS: AT&T MOBILITY ATTN: FCC GROUP 5601 LEGACY DRIVE, MS; A-3 PLANO, TEXAS 75024 469-229-7422 Effective Date: October 6, 2010 Minor Site Development Plan Completeness Checklist / Property Address�I3?S 1, 413, S4, Case # 1 D_os Date: Checked by: Items crossed out are on the application form but not required by Ordinance for a complete submittal. Seven (7) copies of a Site Development Plan, drawn to scale on a sheet not to exceed 24" x 36", and one (1) reduced copy no larger than 11" x 17". The Site Development Plan must be prepared by a Civil Engineer, a Land Surveyor, a Landscape Architect, or an Architect. The site plan must be certified as "substantially correct" by a Professional Engineer, Land Surveyor, Landscape Architect, or Architect, licensed by the State of Iowa ?` Name(s) and address(es) of the applicant(s). Name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) of record of the property. J Name and address of the person or firm preparing the site plan. Property address(es). Date of preparation. J` North Arrow. Scale:. The scale shall not be less than 1"=10% and no greater than 1"=60% unless an alternate scale is approved by the Director of the Department of Planning and Housing. ❑ Complete legal description. �$( Dimensions of the present lot and lot area, to the nearest tenth of a foot. e Size and location of all existing and proposed buildings, additions, structures and uses, including: ❑ Setback distance to property lines; ❑ Exact exterior dimensions of each building; I nr +iivn of nn}r•+nnnc• u yTR C(1T4Z.T ❑ Square footage of each type of use. Date: October 6, 2010 ❑ When an application is located in a flood-prone area include existing and proposed site grades, contours and elevations, base flood elevation data, top-of-foundation elevations, finished floor elevations, and any proposed watercourse relocation. ❑ When an application for development involves 0.5 acres, or more, of cumulative disturbed area(s), a Sediment Erosion Control Plan shall be submitted. However, such a Plan may be required for applications with disturbed land of less than 0.5 acres, if deemed necessary by the Planning Director. . ❑ Storm water management plan, including storm water calculations supporting the design. Such plan shall show grades and/or elevations, direction of surface flow, detention and/or retention areas, outlet control structures and devices. A landscape plan showing: ❑ The location of plants. ❑ A plant list that includes: ❑ The plant species, ❑ The quantity of each type of plant; and, ❑ The size of each plant at the time of planting. ThoEl- Inn. ..- --atinn of fnnnoc '+nr1 wr.11o 1VI& ❑ Traffic impact studies, soil tests, utility capacity analysis, and other similar information if deemed necessary by the Department of Planning and Housing to determine the feasibility of the proposed development. ❑ Two (2) copies of architectural drawings of all new buildings or structures, or alterations, at a scale not to exceed 1"=8', showing the following information: ❑ Name(s) of the applicant(s) and the owner(s) of record; ❑ Legal Description and street address of the property; ❑ Numerical scale and date; ❑ All exterior wall elevations, indicating floor heights, overall building height and fenestration; and, ❑ Building floor plans indicating existing and proposed usage, interior floor area and/or patron floor area. ❑ For Village Residential projects, Suburban Residential projects, or Planned Residence District projects that are to develop in phases, the applicant shall provide a phasing plan 3 now Ward Development Services,LLC 15 Park Place Professional Centre A v Swansea,IL,62226 314.503.4444 Cell 618.222.2840 Office 866-655-2853 Fax June 10, 2016 Charles Kuester Dept of Planning and Housing Room 214, City Hall 515 Clark Ave. Ames, IA 50010 RE: Jack Trice Stadium COW Dear Mr. Kuester: Enclosed please find a Special Use Permit Application for a Site in a Zone other than Residential or Commercial and supporting documentation for 1325 South 4"'St.,Ames IA 50010. Please advise if any additional items are needed for review and/or permit. • SUP Application • Flood Plain Development Permit • 8 sets of Drawings • Check#3056 for$150 Please call me with any questions at 314-503-4444. Sincerely, Steven K.Ward Authorized agent