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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA CITY OF Application Form Last Updated: February 6,2020 r` Ames a �u,.� m ��� - Q-o aA .11ECEIVED Wireless Communications Facility DEC,01 2021 Special Use Permit Application Packet CITY OF AMES IA For a Site in a Zone other than Residential or CommercialPLaNlvllyG AND HOUSING 1. Application Packet. The "Application Packet" for a Special Use Permit to allow a Wireless Communications Facility in a "Zone other than Residential or Commercial" includes the following: Application Form (This form must be filled out completely for all applications.); Supporting Information (Each standard listed must be addressed.); Site Development Plan Checklist (Use this checklist to prepare the Site Development Plan); and, Permission to Place a "Zoning Action Pending" Sign on Private Property (This form must be signed by the property owner.). Be sure to complete and submit all the required materials that are part of this Application Packet. Failure to do so will result in a delay in accepting your application until it is complete. 2. Zonina Board of Adiustment Meetings. Within three days after the application is received, staff will determine if the application is complete and notify the applicant. Once staff has determined it is complete, staff will contact the applicant to discuss the application, including possible timelines for Board consideration. The Zoning Board of Adjustment conducts a public hearing, considers the recommendation of the Planning and Housing staff and makes the final decision, based on the standards in the Ordinance. The Board meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Additional meetings may be held on the fourth Wednesday of the month, April through October. The Board must approve, deny, or modify the Special Use Permit application within 60 days of the public hearing. For more information about the review process and schedule, please see the Development Review Information page on the City web site at www.cityofames.org. 3. Submittal and Filing Fee. The complete application and filing fee must be submitted to the Department of Planning and Housing. All required information and materials must be filed with the: Department of Planning and Housing Room 214, City Hall 515 Clark Avenue Ames, Iowa 50010 The filing fee is required at the time the application is submitted. The amount of the filing fee is available from the Department of Planning and Housing. 4. Site Development Plan and Architiectural Elevations. The applicant shall submit seven (7) copies of the Site Development Plan and Architectural Elevations, and one set of reduced copies of the Site Development Plan and Architectural Elevations, no larger than 11" x 17". IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS WHILE COMPLETING THIS APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND IIOUSING. Phone: 515-239-5400 FAX: 515-239-5404 E-mail: planning@cityofames.org DocaiSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application,.Form Last Updated: February 6, 2020 Wireless Communications Facility 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:_2801 Grand Ave Ames, IA 60010 2. 1 (We) the undersigned, do hereby respectfully request the Ames Zoning Board of Adjustment to grant a Special Use Permit to allow a "Wireless Communications Facility"at the property address listed above. 3. Legal Description (attach, if lengthy): Parcel number: 0534227140 4. Property Owner: NGM Ownership Group LC Business: North Grand Mail Address: 2801 Grand Ave Ames Iowa 50010 (Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone: 515-232-3679 (Cell) (Other) E-mail address: edOnorthgrand mall.com 5. Applicant: Capital Tower&Communications. Inc. Business: Address: 13330 Amberly Rd Waverly, NE 68462 (Street) (City (State) (Zip) Telephone: 402-786-3333 (Cell) (Other) E-mail address: capitaltower.com 6. Contact Person: Jason Tomlinson Business: Capital Tower Address: 13330 Amberly Rd Waverly, Ne 68462 (Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone: 402-613-2773 (Cell) (Other) E-mail address: iasontCaD-ca Pita ltower.com 2 DocuSign Envelope ID;6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B769-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February 6, 2020 This Special Use Permit will not be granted unless sufficient facts are presented with the application, and at the Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, to support a finding that gH 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, et cetera. I( Fe) certify that I(we) have submitted aff the required information to apply for a Special Use Permit and that the information is factual. DoeuStQned br. Signed by: 04114, Date: 11/29/2021 1 9:48 AM PST r e w er(s) 51MEFUM.. Brian Martin Print Name (Note. No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner's Signature.) 3 DocuSign Envelope 1D:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated: February6, 2020 Wireless Communications Facility 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 29.9307(4) of the Municipal Code states that "a cell site with antenna that is either not mounted on an existing tall structure or constitutes a Substantial Change shall not be permitted except pursuant to a Special Use Permit issued by the Zoning Board of Adjustment pursuant to both Section 29.1503 and the provisions of this Section. Upon receipt of the application for construction of a new tower to the City, the Zoning Board of Adjustment has 150 days to act upon said application. If the application is for a substantial change of an existing structure the Zoning Board of Adjustment has 90 days to act upon said application." The Zoning Board of Adjustment cannot approve a Special Use Permit unless all of the "General Standards" and the "Cell Site 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 "Cell Site Standards" set forth in Section 29.1307(8) of the Zoning Ordinance. (Note: The applicant's explanation of hove the request meets each standard may be attached on a separate sheet if sufficient space is not provided.) 1. General Standards. 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) of the City. Explain how the request meets this standard. All work to be done on tower only, t is site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections rom 80-120ft. . 4 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February 6,2020 (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 a use will not change the essential character of the area in which it is proposed. Explain how the request meets this standard. All work to be done on tower only, this site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from 80-120ft. Installing upgraded stealth sections from 80-120ft.There will be no change to Tower height. (c) Not be hazardous or disturbing to existing or future uses in the same general vicinity. Explain how the request meets this standard All work to be done on tower only,this site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from 80-120ft.Installing upgraded stealth sections from 80-120ft.There will be no change to Tower height. (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. All work to be done on tower only,this site is an existing tower.Removing existing stealth sections from Installing upgraded stealth sections trom 80-120tt.There will be no change to ower height. 5 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated; February 6,2020 (e) Not create excessive additional requirements at public cost for public facilities and services. Explain how the request meets this standard. All work to be done on tower only,this site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from - 80-120ft. I here will be no change to I oweT— height. No change or additional public cost. (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. All work to be done on tower only,this site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from 80-120ft. Installing upgraded stealth sections from 80-120ft.There will be no change to Tower height. No changes to surrounding area/traffic/etc.. (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. All work to be done on tower only,this site Is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from height This is existing structure. 6 DocuSign Envelope ID;6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February 6, 2020 2. Cell Site Standards: The Zoning Board of Adjustment shall review each application for the purpose of determining that the following standards, set forth in 29.1307(8), which are listed below, have been met, in addition to the "General Standards." (a) Tower 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 or tower shall be constructed, altered, or maintained so as to project above any of the imaginary airspace surfaces described in FAR Part 77 of the FAA guidance on airspace protection. Explain how the request meets this standard. FAA reg are being considered All work to be done on tower only,this site is an existing tower. Removing - - e will be no change to Tnwu hnio,ht- (b) Setbacks from Base of Tower. The minimum distance between the base of the support or any guy anchors and any property line shall be equal to 50% of the antenna height. Explain how the request meets this standard. All work to be done on tower only,this site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from 80-120ft. Installing upgraded stealth sections from 80-120ft.There will be no change to Tower base location or helght. Worke complered on existing I ower. (c) 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, failing ice or other debris, or radio frequency interference. All support structures shall be fitted with anti-climbing devices, as approved by the manufacturers. 7 DocuSign Envelope 1D:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form last Updated:February 6, 2020 Explain how the request meets this standard. All work to be done on towe, only, ti iis site is di i existing towei. Removing existing stualth bectiom huni 80-120ft - s improvement will strengthen the tower.All equipment on tower to be covered with stealthing and additional straps for covers. 8 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-4B7F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form last Updated: February 6, 2020 (d) Screening. Appropriate screening shall be installed composed of wood, masonry material or other substantial materials. Landscaping may also be required. Explain how the request meets this standard. All work to be done on tower only, this site is an existing tower. Removing existing stealth sections from 80-120ft. Installing upgraded stealth sections from 80-120ft.There will be no change to Tower height. new (e) Painting and Visual Aesthetics. The design of towers, antennas and base stations should minimize the adverse visual impact of the facility through siting, landscape screening, and stealth techniques. (1) Towers shall either maintain a galvanized steel finish (dull gray or white) or, subject to any applicable standards of the FAA, be painted a neutral color so as to reduce visual obtrusiveness to the maximum extent possible. (ii) The design of the base station and related structures shall, to the maximum extent possible, use materials, colors, textures, screening, and landscaping that will blend them into the natural setting and surrounding buildings. (iii) The wireless facility shall be designed to complement the physical landscape in which they are intended to be located. Examples of stealth techniques that may be compatible include but are not limited to faux trees, unipoleslslick sticks, bell towers, etc. New stealth towers shall be configured and located in a manner that shall minimize adverse effects including visual impacts on the landscape and adjacent properties. New freestanding structures shall be desiged to be compatible with adjacent structures and landscapes with specific design considerations such as architectural designs, scale, color and texture. (iv) Conduit or cable must be concealed on towers with externally mounted equipment. (v) The use of internally mounted or flush mounted technology is encouraged when adjacent to residential areas, prominent commercial areas and prominent entryways to the city. Explain how the request meets this standard. All wai k to be dui iv un towei unly, this site is an exish, g-towei. Removing existing steafth sections from80-1 70ft There will he no change-to-TzAuer— height. new stealthing to be painted to match existing color. Equipment on tower is and will be covered by stealthing 9 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February 6, 2020 (f) 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. Tower height of 120ft will not be changed. (g) Separation Requirements. Towers exceeding 50 feet in height, except those incorporating stealth techniques,shall be placed at minimum one quarter mile apart. Wireless facilities in rights-of-way are not subject to separation requirements. Explain how the request meets this standard. This is a stealth tower.No change to tower height of 120ft (h) Access. All access to wireless communications sites must be hard surface (PCC 'or HMA) unless approved otherwise subject to a special use permit by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Placement of a tower shall not affect the use or access to required parking of a principal use on site. Explain how the request meets this standard. Tower structure and access is existing. No changes 10 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated: February 6, 2020 Wireless Communications Facility Special Use Permit Checklist (With or Without Site Plan) For a Site in a Zone other than Residential or Commercial (This form must be filled out completely before your application will be accepted.) Permits for new wireless communications facilities, substantial changes to existing wireless facilities and new small wireless facilities are reviewed and issued by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. This application shall require the applicant to submit the following items: ❑ Agreement with owner of the property if not owned by the applicant. C] Engineered drawings and specifications of the location, equipment to be installed and designed appearance of the facility. ❑ Property lines and setbacks of existing and proposed structures ❑ Rights-of-Way ❑ Manufacturer spec sheet and photographs ❑ Architectural elevations drawn to scale with regard to appearance, screening and special features. ❑ Photographic visual simulation. ❑ Affidavit explaining reasons why co-location was not chosen If a Minor Site Development Plan is required refer to the Minor Site Development Plan checklist below. 9'f DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February 6,2020 Wireless Communications Facility 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: Mth approval by City staffprior to submitting the Site Development Plan, it maybe 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. ❑ Name and address of the person or firm preparing the site plan. ❑ Property address(es). ❑ Date of preparation. ❑ North Arrow. ❑ Scale: The scale shall not be less than V=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. ❑ Dimensions of the present lot and lot area, to the nearest tenth of a foot. 12 Docu Sign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February6,2020 ❑ 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; ❑ Location of entrances; ❑ Number of dwelling units; and, ❑ Square footage of each type of use. ❑ Zoning designation of the property. ❑ Proposed use of the property in sufficient detail to determine code compliance. ❑ Existing and proposed location and size of sanitary sewer mains and service lines, or septic tank and leaching field. , ❑ Existing and proposed location and size of water mains, service lines and hydrants, and/or water well. ❑ 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. ❑ 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. 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 pertains to any new permanent detached building or structure (principal or accessory). ❑ Location of existing and proposed outdoor trash and dumpster areas and methods for screening such areas. ❑ Location and type of all existing and proposed signs. 13 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February6, 2020 ❑ Evidence that the proposed work or activity will comply with the Outdoor lighting Code, set forth in Section 29.411 of the Zoning Ordinance 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. ❑ 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. ❑ 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. ❑ 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. ❑ 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. 14 DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated: February 6, 2020 ❑ 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 indicating areas to be developed in each phase and the time frame for the development of each phase. ❑ 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. ❑ 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- I(Planned Industrial) zoning district, that shows the following: ❑ Approximate number of employees; ❑ 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. 15 _DocuSign Envelope ID:6C2347FF-6DBE-487F-B76B-9E97F994C4FA Application Form Last Updated:February 6, 2020 Wireless Communications Facility Permission to Place a "Zoning Action Pending" Sign on Private Property 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 29.1500(2)(d)(iii) of the zoning Ordinance, requires that notice shall be posted by the City on the subject properly. 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 visible from adjacent public streets prior to the public hearing. The owner of property at 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. 1 understand that the sign(s)' will be placed on the property several days prior to action on the request to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, and may remain on the property until the request has been approved or denied by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. DauSlye�O by: Signed by:� - Date: 11/29/2021 9:48 AM PST ro OW07her 06C92 tMEF 92- Brian Martin Print Name (Note: No other signature may be substituted for the Property Owner's Signature.) 16 CITY OF A m e s'- Smart Chaise Notice of Application Completeness and Acceptance December 2, 2021 Jason Tomlinson Capital Tower 13330 Amberly Road Waverly,Nebraska 68462 RE: Special Use Permit—2801 Grand Avenue,Ames,IA, Case File SUP-001376 Mr. Tomlinson: Thank you for submitting your application for a Special Use Permit for the property located at 2801 Grand Avenue, The City of Ames Planning and Housing Department is pleased to assist you in processing your request. We have reviewed the application and materials received on December 1, 2021 and have determined that the application is complete and ready for further review. I have been assigned to coordinate the processing of your Special Use Permit request. The materials you submitted will be reviewed and a staff report prepared and conveyed to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. I will contact you with any questions that I may have. Your Special Use Permit request will be heard at the next available Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) meeting, which is scheduled for January 12, 2022. The meeting will begin at 6:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers(2"d floor)of City Hall at 515 Clark Avenue.A copy of the ZBA's packet will be sent to you on the Friday before the meeting. The Zoning Board of Adjustment(ZBA)meeting will be a public hearing.Prior to the meeting,notification of your application will be sent to property owners within 200 feet, a sign will be posted on the property, and a notice published in the newspaper.You or your representative should plan to be present at the meeting. You will be given the opportunity to address the Board and to answer their questions. Please feel free to contact meat(515)239-5400,or at benjamin.campbell(a)ci , ofames_oi•g,ifyou have any questions. Sincerely, Benjamin . Campbell Planner Planning;and Hou§mg Departments r 4 ; 515 239 5400 m.m` 515 Clark Ave P O'Box 811 "' S15 239:5404 rM Ames-IA 50010•, CityofAmes-org J