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Home My WebLink About007-270-022November 28, 200.1 Ms. Michelle Hightower Kukulica & Associates 1729 Rutan Drive Livermore, CA 94550 Re: Verizon Wireless File #A01-05 ! AP# 007-270=022 Dear Ms.. Hightower ,�utte counill LAND OF NATURAL WEALTH AND BEAUTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION 7 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE • OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965-3397 TELEPHONE: (530) 538-6571 FAX: (530) 538-7785 www.buttecounty.net/dds/ On Wednesday, November 21, 2001 the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC), upon your request, reconsidered its previous consistency finding for the referenced project. After considerable discussion and deliberation, a motion was made that reaffirmed the Commission's previous decision. The consistency finding, therefore, is subject to conditions as set forth in the enclosed adopted minutes of the hearing of October 17, 2001. Should you need additional information, please contact Cheryl Spoor at (530)'538-6571. Thank you. Sincerely, M. A. Me ka Principal lanner MAM:cs Enclosure Kukulica & Associates Communication. -Specialists Michelle D. Hightower Project Manager 1729 Rutan Drive Mobile: 925-699-1420. � Livermore, CA 94550 Phone: 925-245-4616 mhightower@kukulica.com Fax 925-443-4194 BUTTE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION 'Minutes of October 17, 2001 A. PLEDGE. OF ALLEGIANCE B. ROLL CALL Present: Chair.Rosene, Commissioners Wallrich; Lambert, Grierson, Baldridge, Harp, and Alternate Commissioner Greenwood. Absent: .. Commissioner Hatley, Alternate Commissioners Papadakis, Hodges, and Roberson. ' Others Present: -: M. A. Meleka, Principal Planner Craig Sanders, Senior Planner Cheryl Spoor, Secretary I Alternate `Commissioner' Henniga.n Alternate Commissioner Dilley Kim Seidler, Planning Director, City of Chico C. APPROVAL OF THE DRAFT MINUTES FOR THE OCTOBER 17, 2001 MEETING Commissioner Lambert requested corrections on page 6, line 28, correcting the spelling of "Hayes" to'"Hays," and changing the incorrect designation of "City Planner" to "Developer." Former Commissioner Gerst noted a correction on page 5, line 24, changing [PUC 31676 (d)] to [PUC 21676 (d)]. A motion was made by'Commissioner Grierson, seconded by Commissioner Wallrich, and unanimously passed to adopt the minutes as corrected. D. ACCEPTANCE OF THE•AGENDA It was moved by Commissioner Grierson, seconded by Commissioner Wallrich, and carried to accept the Agenda as presented. E. BUSINESS ITEMS ITEMS WITH PUBLIC HEARING 1. ALUC File - No. A01-05 Consistency Finding . for Verizon Wireless Communications, APN 007-270-022: A consistency review to allow an 18 -foot extension to ani existing .102.5 -foot wireless communications tower. The site is located on the east side of State Highway 99, approximately 1,000_ feet just north of the Cohasset interchange, Chico. r Mr. Sanders presented the staff report which recommended a consistency finding subject to a flashing red light affixed on top of the tower for visibility. Chair Rosene opened the hearing to the public. Mr. Seidler, commenting on the requirement of a flashing red light atop the tower, proposed adding a cup to shield the area below the level of the light. The Commission, generally agreed with a lighting requirement and deliberated on the lighting options available. There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed. Commissioner Grierson made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wallrich, and unanimously carried to find the ALUC File #A01-05 consistent subject to the condition of a solid red light affixed to ,the top of the monopole tower instead of a flashing red light as recommended in the staff report and, in addition, the requirement of notice to public/service helicopter operators servicing Chico (CHP, Enloe Hospital, CDF, and Sheriffs Department). The project was approved with the following findings: SECTION 1: ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS A. No environmental documentation was submitted at the time of project review. SECTION 2: CONSISTENCY FINDINGS FOR PROPOSED PROJECT A. The proposed project would be consistent with the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the Chico Municipal Airport if the requirements in Section 3 are applied as a condition to the Minor Use Permit. B. Approval,of the project without implementation of the requirements in Section 3 would necessitate the adoption of Overriding Findings by a 2/3 vote of the governing body. Overriding Findings by the governing body can only be made based up substantiated facts and must be supported by new substantial factual evidence introduced into the public. record that the proposed action is consistent •with the State Aeronautics Act as stated in` Section 21670. Overriding findings cannot be adopted as matters of opinion, here say, or upon the unsubstantiated fears and desires of the governing body. SECTION 3 PROJECT FINDINGS A. According to the 2000 ALUCP for the'Chico Municipal Airport, the project is listed in a Compatibility Zone "D" — Other Airport Environs. Communication towers are listed as a compatible use in this zone. B. An airspace review has been completed in accordance with the ALUCP for structures over 100 feet in height. 0 Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 ■ Page 2 �. C. The, proposed tower will not violate any protected airspace nor will it pose a hazard -to aircraft because: 1. The site is -located approximately 10,000 feet from the runways of the Chico Municipal Airport and is not under or within any flight track. 2. ` The tower would be approximately 69 feet below the horizontal. surface specified in FAR Part 77, as applied to the Chico Municipal Airport. D. Include, as a condition of the Use Permit that a solid red light be placed atop the tower. E. As a condition of the ;Use Permit, include a requirement that prior to the issuance of a Building Permit for the tower extension, the property owner shall sign an avigation easement granting the right of continued use of the Chico Municipal Airport in the airspace above \the proposed_ parcel and acknowledging any and all existing or potential airport operational impacts. 2. Bylaws: County Counsel's legal determination of the tie -vote issue, as well as nomination of Alternates (Continued from August 15, 2001): The Commission will take an action regarding the effect of an abstention vote on the outcome of a motion. Mr. Meleka reviewed the contents of a. memo from County Counsel which affirmed the designation of a single proxy per Commissioner.. He also referred to provision made in the bylaws for a proxy to serve -two regular members, only acting as a regular member for one at a time. The'Counsel's opinion states that it is not permissible for. a regular member to authorize more than a single proxy under state law [PUC ,21670 (d)] or under the ALUC'bylaws. + The Commission held considerable discussion regarding the effect of a tie -vote on the outcome of such a vote. -'Chair Rosene opened the hearing to the public. Mr. Gerst argued that an affirmative vote by four of the Commissioners is required for a motion to pass, therefore, the tie - vote issue -is not relevant to the outcome. Chair Rosene, responding to a question, commented that a tie -vote would result in no action being taken and would defer to the default provision of a consistency finding. There being no further public comment, the hearing was closed. The discussion turned to the effect of an abstention within the context of a vote. County Counsel in its Opinion#01-1.07 dated July 5, 2001, offered alternatives for interpreting an abstention. It was generally agreed that the definitions of quorum, action, affirmative vote, and default had been clarified with the uncertainty of the effect of an abstention still remaining to be defined. , a Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 8 Page 3 ■ Commissioner Harp made a motion to accept Proposal 3, Alternative B to clarify the interpretation of the effect of an abstention in a vote, seconded by Commissioner Lambert, and unanimously adopted to amend the ALUC bylaws as follows: 1.5.6. Voting. A vote of the Commission shall be taken on the motion..If the motion receives an affirmative vote of the majority of the full'Commission, the motion passes [§21671.5(e)]. If the'motion receives less than a majority, the motion is defeated and the Chair may allow a subsequent motion(s) on the matter. If there are no subsequent successful motions, the Chair shall declare that no action has been taken on the matter. Tie Votes. If there is a tie vote on a motion, the motion fails. Abstentions. The abstention shall not be counted as an affirmative or a negative vote. Commissioner Harp made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Lambert, and unanimously passed to amend the bylaws, to include the expanded definition of "action" as documented in County Counsel Opinion #01-107 dated July 5, 2001 as follows: 1.5.4. Action. An affirmative vote of a majority of the full Commission is required to constitute an action of the Commission. [§21671.5(e)]. For purposes of these. bylaws, -"Action" is defined as the passage of a motion duly made and seconded. at a meeting of the Commission held in compliance with the Brown Act (Chapter 9 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code, commencing with §54950). ITEMS WITHOUT PUBLIC HEARING 3. City of Chico / Kim Seidler letter: 2000 ALUCP-related issues:. A timed discussion item scheduled for 10:00 a.m.; conducted at 9:45 a.m.-by agreement of the ALUC and Mr. Seidler. Mr. Seidler stated that the City of Chico is in the process of conforming its Ordinance to the ALUCP. ' Upon completion of the City's Ordinance, it will be reviewed by the City Attorney and then presented to the ALUC for review and comment prior to scheduling a public hearing. Mr. Seidler related that the City's efforts in this regard have been impeded due to the significant issue of overall Chico's growth. The concern is whether there is sufficient in of vacant residentially -designated land to accommodate the City's projected growth. He stated in light of this concern, his letter addressed zoning/development issues which may influence the potential for residential growth in Chico. Mr. Seidler first addressed the Ravenswood property, land owned by "`Mr.. Webb north of Eaton Road. ' He voiced the City's concern regarding land uses permitted by the 2000 ALUCP (Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan) which would limit residential uses while encouraging commercial uses in the airport area of influence. Mr. Seidler affirmed that the parcel is currently ' under 0 Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 ■ Page 4 ■ County jurisdiction and further stated that Chico's interest is in pre -planning for the eventual annexation of the property to the City. Chair Rosene opened the hearing to the public on this issue. There being no public comment,' the hearing was closed. Mr. Seidler addressed the City's concerns related to the 2000 ALUCP's infill policies, citing Floral Commons as one infill property currently under review. He suggested that consideration be given to amending the ALUCP infill policy to allow densities consistent with ' the City's current General Plan. He said that while some of the existing development should not have occurred, the concern now is "filling the holes" and whether that in any way would affect the viability of the airport. He added that he did not like encroachments on the airport and would like to keep the airport viable. Chair Rosene thanked Mr. Seidler fo'r his comments. He responded that the Commission would review its infill requirements in light of the accident scatter and low-flying aircraft that may have some influence relative to this project. Chair Rosene then asked Mr. Seidler how well the City has met its density requirements set forth in its adopted General Plan. Mr. Seidler responded that it is unclear depending on how the City views growth and further commented that a detailed report would be presented at the City Council meeting on October 301H Commissioner Grierson asserted that the Airport Commission and others have indicated to him that the infill policy in the ALUCP is confusing. He stated that he planned to address a series of procedural questions and concerns and make recommendations to simplify the language of the 2000 ALUCP infill policy at the next Commission meeting. Mr. Seidler was asked about the status of the Bidwell Ranch project and he responded that no further action has been taken at this point. Commissioner Greenwood read section 2.4.4.(a)(4) in the 2000 ALUCP which states, "To avoid the ripple effect of infill development on some parcels permitting additional - parcels subsequently to qualify for infill, the ALUC's intent is that parcels eligible for infill be determined just once. Thus, in order for the ALUC to consider the proposed development under these infill criteria, the entity having land use authority (Butte County or affected cities) must first identify the qualifying locations in its general plan or other adopted planning document approved by the ALUC. This action may take place in conjunction with the process of amending a general plan for consistency with the ALUC plan or may be submitted by the local agency for consideration by the ALUC at the time of adoption of this Compatibility Plan. In either case, the burden for demonstrating that a proposed development qualifies as infill rests with the project proponent and/or affected land use jurisdiction." Chair Rosene thanked him for reviewing this relevant provision. E Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 0 Page 5 ■ Chair Rosene opened the hearing to public comment. There being no public comment, the hearing was closed.. 4. Buying Property Near a Butte County Airport (Continued from AuPust 15, 2001): A document prepared by the Disclosure Subcommittee.. A discussion item on the disclosure of the airport's influence area to prospective buyers of all airport -vicinity properties, prior to transfer of title. .This item will have to be set as a public hearing item if further action is desired. Ms. Hennigan reiterated prior comments stating that it is the ALUC's responsibility to provide factual information available to the public related to areas within the airport area of influence. She believes that the new disclosure document will effectively serve that purpose. Commissioner Wallrich voiced his concernabout real estate transactions handled between buyers and sellers without the benefit of realtor involvement in which home owners in the airport area of influence may not disclose relevant information. Although state law mandates disclosure, he feared that there is no ,measure of compliance and, therefore, questioned the effectiveness of ALUC's disclosure document. Chair Rosene commented that in addition to the disclosure document, he is also in favor of approaching the North Valley Pilots Association .to see whether they would support a monthly box ad with a concise statement such as, "Please refer to the disclosure document before purchasing your house." Chair Rosene believed that this would assist in meeting the state mandate. Chair Rosene commented that he was satisfied that the disclosure document met the Commission's intended purpose. -However, it was generally agreed to continue this item to the next meeting to permit time for Commissioners/Alternates to review the most recent letter from Ken Duvall and attached real estate disclosure documents distributed at this meeting. F. MONTHLY STATUS REPORT The Monthly Status Report was submitted for review with the October 17; 2001 mailing log. G. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS None. H. ADMINISTRATIVE REFERRAL The log of projects submitted for review by ALUC staffiis included in the October 17, 200.1 mailing packet for information. ■ Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 ■ Page 6 ■ 0 s I. CORRESPONDENCE AND COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS Chair Rosene reported "on conversation and letters (attached and/or distributed at the meeting) between Tom Buford, Development Services' Interim Director, and himself regarding ALUC issues. J. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA Chair Rosene opened the hearing to the public. There being no public comments, the hearing was closed. ` K. OTHER BUSINESS Chair Rosene introduced newly appointed Alternate Glen Dilley who will serve as his Alternate in the event of his absence. Chair Rosene reported that cities in Butte County have not- yet completed the process of bringing their general plans into compliance with the 2000 ALUCP (due for completion by October 27, the end of the 180 -day compliance period). Mr. Meleka commented that he had been in communication with Ms. Sherman, Planning Director for the City of Oroville, and that�he would continue to be supportive of the City's continuing efforts to complete the work on its General Plan. Chair Rosene added that a review of the various_ cities' progress would be appropriate at this time. Chair Rosene apprised members that it is the ALUC's prerogative to review its Plan annually and he asked members to bring their suggestions for Plan changes or modifications to the November meeting for discussion. He commented that the ALUCP annual review will be conducted at the December meeting. Chair Rosene apprised members that bylaws specify that a work program along with budget needs, be identified in October for the upcoming year and subsequently submitted to the Director of Development Services for budget -inclusion. Commissioner Grierson suggested an economic impact study for each airport in Butte County. For implementation, he further suggested that a contract be drawn through a third-pai-ty, BCAG, using Caltrans funds with a report to the ALUC. Commissioner Grierson stated his interest in educating the public on the significant edonomic contributions made by Butte County airports to the community regarding jobs and overall safety and security. Commissioner Grierson's work program recommendation was well-received. Commissioner Grierson voiced some concerns over the Development Services' Interim Director's intention to eliminate the application review fee set previously by the ALUC. He advised members that airport land use commissions are authorized by the state to establish their fee structures; otherwise, under state mandate, the County is charged with subsidizing the related -costs associated with the ALUC. Chair Rosene acknowledged the concern and added that Mr. Buford is open to continued dialog. l r ■ Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 ■ Page 7 ■ 6 In response to a question of the status of the Chico Municipal Airport's expansion plans, Commissioner Grierson reported that the U. S. Fish & Wildlife has reverted to original discussions, requesting that- the airport provide proof that the species of Meadowfoam on the airport is not genetically different than can be found elsewhere. He added that the airport has provided, a DNA analysis by an independent source, as requested by the U. S. Fish & Wildlife with no change in the status. Commissioner Grierson reported -that Congressman Herger's office has been sought to assist in the impasse. Chair Rosene, responding to a question in regard to the status of the review of the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, said that an internal review of the project by staff had resulted in findings of inconsistency under the 2000 ALUCP: He added that while internal review is permitted for projects under the 2000 ALUCP, the ALUC is open to review of such projects by the full Commission, if desired by the applicant. Chair Rosene further added that in this particular project application, the Interim Director of Development Services determined that the timeline had been dropped and notified the applicant that the project .was found to be consistent. Chair Rosene reported that he had since met with Mr. Buford to discuss the interpretation of the ALUCP relative to this project and reiterated that the correct interpretation is a finding of inconsistency, although he would be agreeable with any request for reconsidering this application by the full Commission. Chair Rosene opened the hearing to the public.. Pastor Tourville of the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church briefly commented. Mr. Lucas, Senior Planner-LAFCO, spoke on behalf of the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. He stated that the Airport Commission had authorized him to relay their concerns about the process of this project and future projects working through the ALUCP. Chair Rosene took the comments under advisement and further clarified the adopted Plan. There being no further public comments, the hearing was closed. L. CLOSED SESSION -None. M. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Chair Rosene adjourned the meeting at 10:50 a.m. AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION M. A. MEL KA, Pri cipal Planner Minutes prepared by Cheryl Spoor, Secretary l 0 Airport Land Use Commission ■ Minutes of Meeting of October 17, 2001 ■ Page 8 ■ ' �/lo jzz�o / es —fD,zti�ue� Je.1 lltte IIIZ ��"� � es.� .05 _ L A N D O F N A T U R A L W, E A L T .H A N D B E A U T Y AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION 7 COUNTY CENTER DRIVE • OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965-3397 TELEPHONE: (530)538 6571 FAX: (530) 538-7785 www.butte-county.net/dds/ October 22, 2001 Ms. Michelle Hightower e - ✓vt °`-� ' ''' Kukulica &Associates ✓'^ �'� t1�vt/eKu Ku [ ccc 1729 Rutan Drive Livermore, CA 94550 RE: Verizon Wireless File #A01-05 / AP# 007-270-022 Dear Ms. Hightower: On Wednesday, October 17, 2001 the Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC) found the referenced project to be consistent subject to the conditions as referenced in the attached staff report. Also enclosed is Receipt No. 19895, for the Verizon Wireless application fee of $300 recorded on September 25, 2001. Should you need additional information, please contact. Cheryl Spoor at (530) 538-6571. Thank you. Sincerely, M. A. M leka Principal lanner MAM:cs cc: Ed Palmeri, City.of Chico �,4x g95--,�772-(.1012- 01 '"gyp J ate, ca Q l�ivca 'f -745— . Enclosures RECEIPT 19895 OFFICIAL RECEIPT COUNTY OF BUTTE STATE OF CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF PLANNING ISSUED By A�� _ c,�,�;;��.�. Faso p;,�,,.An mavn V ;gyp. PLANNING PUBLIC ENV. HEALTH FIRE NOEOD /NSALES F/G FEE OTHER APPLICANT RECEIVED FROM TOTAL 9ECEIVED PUBLIC' WORKS LAFCO RECEIPT 19895 OFFICIAL RECEIPT COUNTY OF BUTTE STATE OF CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF PLANNING ISSUED By AGENDA ITEM - E.I. TO: Honorable Chair' and Airport Land Use Commission FROM: ALUC Staff DATE: September 25, 2001 ITEM: ALUC File No. A01-05 Consistency Finding for Verizon Wireless Communications, APN 007-270-022 A consistency review to allow an 18 -foot extension to an existing 102.5 -foot wireless communications tower. The site is located on the east side of State Highway 99, approximately 1,000 feet just north of the Cohasset interchange, Chico. FOR: Airport Land Use Commission Meeting on October 17, 2001 SUMMARY: Staff recommends that ALUC find the project consistent with the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan for the Chico Municipal Airport. BACKGROUND: The site is located approximately 10,000 feet due south of the southerly end of f runway 13L -31R of the Chico Municipal Airport. The property is in the incorporated limits of the City of Chico. The current General Plan land use designation is Commercial and the zoning is CC Community Commercial. An existing 102.5 -foot monopole -type communications tower is. presently located on site. The applicant is seeking to add an 18 -foot extension to the tower to bring the total height to 120.5 feet. The increased tower height would allow the applicant to co -locate on this tower rather than erecting a new tower. ANALYSIS: According to the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the Chico Municipal Airport, the property is located in a Traffic Pattern Compatibility Zone D -Other Airport Environs. Within Zone D, airspace review is required for proposed objects greater than 100 feet in height. At an elevation of approximately 203 feet above mean sea level (amsl), the project site is about 17 feet below the runway elevation at Chico Municipal Airport. The project site is within the FAR Part 77 boundary for the Horizontal Surface which has an elevation of 390 feet amsl. The top of the proposed extension would be approximately 69 feet below the Horizontal Surface. At over 10,000 feet away from the runways, the tower location is not under any designated flight tracks and does not pose a hazard to flight traffic associated with operation of the airport. Though not required by FAA regulations for a tower of this height, it is recommended that the requirement for a flashing light be applied for visibility. Occasionally, emergency and law enforcement aircraft follow the highway corridor at lower flight elevations. The existing tower is painted a neutral light gray/green color and the proposal is to paint the extension to match. A requirement to paint the tower alternating bands of red and white is not recommended as the site is OButte County OAirport1 and Use Commission 9 not in a flight corridor and the treatment would have"a negative aesthetic impact to a highly traveled transportation routes. The proposed tower does not pose a hazard to any private use airstrips as there are none in the immediate vicinity' Environmental Documentation: No environmental documentation has been completed for this project. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Butte County Airport Land Use Commission find ALUC File No. A01-05 (Verizon Wireless Communications Inc.) would be consistent with the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan for the Chico Municipal Airport. Exhibits: A: Findings B: List of References C: Project Location illustrated on the Chico Municipal Airport Compatibility Map ; KAALUC\MEETINGS\2001 \08-15\spcctrasite.doc t OButte County OAirport2 and Use Commission 9 l EXHIBIT A BUTTE COU.NTY.'AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION CONSISTENCY FINDINGS FOR: ALUC File No. A01=05: Verizon, Wireless Communications Inc. APN 007-270-022 The Airport Land Use Commission has prepared the following findings based on data contained in the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the. Chico -Municipal Airport, as well as site specific information submitted by the applicant and the ALUC staff. The following findings" have been prepared at the direction of the ALUC and are for the consideration of the Lead Agency (County of Butte) when making a decision on the project. SECTION l: ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS A. No environmental documentation was submitted at the time of project review. SECTION 2: CONSISTENCY FINDINGS FOR PROPOSED PROJECT A. The proposed project would be consistent with the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the Chico Municipal Airport if the requirements in Section 3 are applied as a condition to the Minor Use Permit. B. Approval of the project without implementation of the requirements -in Section 3 would necessitate the adoption of Overriding Findings by a 2/3 vote of the governing body. Overriding Findings by the governing body can only be made based' up substantiated facts and must be supported by new substantial factual evidence introduced into the public record.that the proposed -action is consistent with the State Aeronautics Act as stated in Section 21670. Overriding findings cannot be adopted as matters of opinion, here say, or upon the unsubstantiated fears and desires of the governing body. Section 3: PROJECT FINDINGS: A. According to the2000 ALUCP for the Chico Municipal Airport, the project is -listed'in a Compatibility Zone `.`D" —Other Airport Environs. Communication towers are listed as a compatible use in this zone. B. An airspace review has been complefed in accordance twith the ALUCP for structures over 100 feet'in height. . C. The proposed tower will not violate any protected airspace nor will it pose a hazard to aircraft because: UButte County OAirport3 and Use .Commission 6 I 1. The site is located approximately 10,000 feet from the runways of the Chico Municipal Airport and is not under or within any flight track. 2. The tower would be approximately 69 feet below the horizontal surface specified in FAR Part 77, as applied to the Chico Municipal Airport. D.. . Include as a condition of the Use Permit that a solid red light be placed atop the tower. E. As a . condition of the Use Permit, include a requirement that prior to the issuance of a Building Permit for the tower extension, the property owner shall sign an avigation easement granting the right of continued use of the Chico Municipal Airport in the airspace above the proposed parcel and acknowledging any and all existing or potential airport operational impacts. O.Butte County OAirport4 and Use Commission 0 EXHIBIT B List of References Data supporting the ALUC's findings have been generated from studies and reports prepared by recognized professionals and agencies with expertise in Airport Land Use Planning and land use compatibility. These include, but are not limited to: R. Dixon Speak Associates - Prepared Butte County Airport Facilities Plan. Caltrans Division of Aeronautics - 1993 Airport Land Use Planning Handbook. Hodges and Shutt - Prepared accident scatter data presented in Chapter 8 of the 1993 Airport Land Use Planning Handbook. University of California, Berkeley,. Institute of Transportation Studies (1993) - Prepared accident, scatter data presented in Figure 9E on page 9-13 of the 1993 Airport Land Use Planning Handbook. TOTAL $ $ 395.00 PREPARED BY: DIANE LEWELLEN REQUEST FOR • AUDITOR'S CERTIFICATE AND TREASURER'S RECEIPT DEPARTMENT: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES - PLANNNING DIVISION DATE: 9/26/01 BAG NUMBER: 316 RECEIPTS: 19892 -19895 FUND FUND DEPT ACCT CASH DESCRIPTION TITLE CODE CODE CODE CODE AMOUNT LAND DEV GENL 10 .440004' 4611700 101001 $ - USE PERMITS GENL 0010 480001 4210900 101001 $ 95.00 PUBLIC SALES DOC SALES TR 1001 280 1011099 $ - ENVIRONMENTAL HLTH GENL 0010 540003 4614901 101001 $ - FIRE PLNG APP FEE FIRE PROTCTN 100 4617240 101001 $ - EIR TRUST EIR TRUST 1001 280 1011110 $ - NOE/NOD F/G FEES CLKS MISC TR 1001 280 1011460 $ - AUNT MINNIE'2ND PLNG 2ND DEVL 1001 280 1011305 $ - NSF/RET'D CHECK FEE GENL 10 70 4610105 101001 $ - ALUC GENL 0010 480001 4515335 101001 $ 300.00 &i'i ZdYI TOTAL $ $ 395.00 PREPARED BY: DIANE LEWELLEN OFFICIAL RECEIPT COUNTY OF BUTTE STATE OF CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF PLANNING. RECEIPT 19895 F ISSUED BY .. t ,., ..,PROJECT SUMMARY SHEET FILE #: A01-05 AP #: 007-270-022 APPLICANT: Verizon Wireless Communications ADDRESS: 65 Heritage Lane, Chico, CA 95926 OWNER: John Et Al Cravev/Bidwell Self -Storage REPRESENTATIVE: Michelle D. Hightower/Kukulica & Associates ADDRESS: 1729 Rutan Drive, Livermore, CA 94550 PROJECT DESCRIPTION/ LOCATION: A telecommunications facility which involves an 18' extension (approx.) to the existing 100' monopole. PLAN DESIGNATION: 1. Annlication submitted: 9/25/01 Amount: $300.00 Receipt #_-� Photocopy of deposit check received 2. Comments (sent to / received from): Michelle Hightower 1011-7101 At, 3. Staff Report (date / prepared by): q Z� i Staff Report in file 4. Published: (date/ specify where) 0�' ❑ Hearing Notice, if published • eG4YL5 5. AUC Commission Hearing(s): ( -1 ZOO 1`0 Agenda 10 f 1 l i. I! f Zt o • . L.^..' Action taken: Found to be Consistent 0 Found to be Inconsistent Notes/Special Conditions: w15t�t-e kxq&Ct rte C -A -,per e P r b- -L 66 r"I 6. ❑ Minut s 11) Z1 /a 1 � pl P I�S M•o-4,� 4 CeK-�'�'�'t S• " CLOSED FILES: Vie, M. o.F" /,'cam¢ ?JYi ❑ Billed out $ (J date ❑ Received Check Amount: $ Receipt # ❑ Sent them Refund or ❑ Check box if County-initiated—"Exempt from fees" K:U'Ianning\ALUC\BILLINGS\PROJECT SUMMARY SHEETAOC Spoor, Cheryl From:' Michelle Hightower [mhightower@kukulica.comj 000py Sent: Wednesday, November 07, 2001 6:47 PM To: cspoor@buttecounty.net �G Subject: Verizon Wireless, ALUC File No. A01-05 Cheryl: Regarding the above application, I'm sure you are now aware that ALUC approved our project with a condition that is prohibited by the City of Chico. That is, Chico prohibits installing'lights on monopoles 'or tower structures. Given that the project was approved with that condition, I would like to request our `project be re -considered by ALUC at their November meeting. Your staff report clearly states the project is not in a flight path and the light is not required by the FAA. As such, we are hopeful the Commission will eliminate the condition and allow our project to move forward. Your prompt.response to'this matter is greatly appreciated. Thanks! Michelle Michelle D. Hightower _ Zoning Project Manager Kukulica & Associates M - (925) 699-1420 F - (707) 371-1653 Visit our Web site at www.kukulica.com. 1 BUTTE COUNTY.AIRPORT LAND US11COMMISSION • 7 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965 • (530) 538-6571 FAX (530) 538-7785 • REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION Location: Butte County Administration Building, Supervisors' Chambers 25 County Center Drive, Oroville, California Date/Time: November 21, 2001 - 9:00 a.m. AGENDA' ALL ITEMS ARE OPEN FOR PUBLIC COMMENT A. Pledge of Allegiance. B. Roll Call. C. Approval of the draft minutes for the October 17; 2001 meeting. D. Acceptance of the Agenda (Commission members or staff may request additions, deletions, or changes in the Agenda order). E. Business Items: ITEMS WITH PUBLIC HEARING 1. ALUC File No. A01-06 Consistency Findinp, for Dan Hays, Floral Commons, APN 048- 600-055 & 056: A consistency review for a tentative subdivision map creating 29 single family residential lots'on 4.59 acres. The site is located on the west side of Floral Avenue, approximately 1,400 feet just north of the East Avenue, Chico. 2. ALUC File No. A01-05 Consistency Finding for Verizon Wireless Communications APN 007-270-022: A reconsideration of a consistency review to allow an 18 -foot extension to an existing 102.5 -foot wireless communications tower. The reconsideration is related to a condition that is prohibited by the City of Chico. The site is located on the east side of State Highway 99, approximately 1,000 feet just north of the Cohasset interchange, Chico. 3. Buying Property Near a Butte County Airport: The Commission will consider and act upon this document which has been prepared by the Disclosure Subcommittee. The document addresses the disclosure of the airport's influence area to prospective buyers of all airport -vicinity properties, prior to transfer of title. Airport Land Use Commission • Agenda • Page I ITEM WITHOUT PUBLIC HEARING 4. Proposed Changes or Modifications to the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan A( LUCP): A discussion item. Any Commissioner or member of the public may bring to the attention of the ALUC any recommendation for amending the ALUCP. F. Monthly Status Report. G. Committee Appointments. H. Administrative Referral Log.' I. Correspondence and Commission Announcements. J. Public Comment on Items Not Already on the ;Agenda"— (Presentations will be limited to five minutes. The Airport Land Use Commission is prohibited by state law from taking action on any item presented if it is not listed on the agenda.) K. Other Business. L. Closed Session. M. Adjournment. Any disabled person needing ,special accommodation to participate in the Commission proceeding is requested to contact M. A. Meleka, Principal Planner at (530) 538-6571prior to the meeting and arrangements will be made to accommodate you. *Copies of the agenda and documents relative to an agenda item may be obtained from the' Clerk of the Commission at cost of $0.25 for the first page and $0.06 for each additional page. RULES APPLYING TO PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Members of the public wishing to address the Commission upon any subject within the jurisdiction of Butte AL UC may do so upon, receiving recognition from the Chair at the appropriate time. 2. Comment on items not on the agenda should be made at the time indicated for 'Public Comment" on the agenda. The Commission may not act on any matter so -raised and will have to put off action until a meeting at which the matter can be put on the agenda. „ 3. Comment on specific agenda items may be made during the discussion of that agenda item, upon recognition by the Chair. 4. After receiving recognition, please approach the podium and state your name and address at the microphone before making your presentation, so that the Clerk may take down this information. 5. All documents 'to be presented to the Commission shall be given to the Clerk of the Commission (original and seven copies) prior to Call of Order of meeting. Such documents shall be distributed to the Commission and made available for public inspection. This Agenda was mailed to those requesting notice and posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting, at the following locations: Butte CountyAdministration Building, front entrance and glass case. • Airport Land Use Commission • Agenda • Page 2 rA BUTTE COUAtY AIRPORT LAND USt"COMMISSION • 7 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965 • (530) 538-6571 FAX (530) 538-7785' REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION Location: Butte County Administration Building, Supervisors' Chambers 25 County Center Drive, Oroville, California Date/Time: October 17, 2001 — 9:00 a.m._ AGENDA ~ ALL ITEMS ARE OPEN FOR PUBLIC -COMMENT A. 'Pledge of Allegiance. , B. Roll Call. ' C. Approval of the draft minutes for the August 15, 2001 meeting. D. Acceptance of the Agenda ((7ommission -members or staff may request additions, deletions, or changes in the Agenda order). E. Business Items: ITEM WITH PUBLIC HEARING. 1 1. ALUC File No. A01-05 Consistency Finding' for Verizon Wireless Communications, APN 007-270-022: A consistency review to allow an 18 -foot extension to an existing 102.5 -foot wireless communications tower. The site , is located on the east side of State Highway 99, approximately 1,000 feet just north of the Cohasset interchange, Chico. 2. Bylaws: County Counsel's legal determination of the tie -vote issue, as well as nomination of Alternates (Continued from August IS, 2001): The`Commission will take an action regarding the effect of an abstention vote on the outcome of a motion. ITEMS WITHOUT PUBLIC HEARING 3. City of Chico / Kim Seidler.leitm 2000 ALUCP-relatedissues: Adiscussion item. 10:00 AM (NOTE: Commissioners please, bring your AL UCP document) 4. Buyini Property Near a Butte County Airport (Continued from August IS, 2001): A document prepared by the Disclosure Subcommittee. A discussion item on the disclosure of the airport's influence area to -prospective buyers of all airport -vicinity properties, prior to transfer of title. This item will have to b6set as a public hearing item if further action is desired. 1.r • Airport.Land Use Commission • Agenda • Page 1 F. Monthly Status Report. G. Committee Appointments. H. Administrative Referral Log I. Correspondence and Commission Announcements. J. Public Comment on Items Not Already on the, Agenda — (Presentations will be limited to five minutes. The Airport Land Use Commission is prohibited by state law from taking action on any item presented if it. is not' listed on the agenda.) K. Other Business. L. Closed Session. M. Adjournment. Any disabled person needing special • accommodation to ' participate in the Commission proceeding is requested to contact M.A. Meleka, Principal Planner ' at (530) 538-6571prior to the meeting and arrangements will be made to accommodate you. *Copies of the agenda and documents relative to an agenda item may be obtained from the Clerk of the Commission at cost of $0.25 for the first page and $0.06 for each additional page. RULES APPLYING TO PUBLIC COMMENTS 1. Members of the public wishing to address the Commission upon any subject within the jurisdiction of Butte AL UC may do so upon receiving recognition from the Chair at the appropriate time. 2. Comment on items not on the agenda should be made at the time indicated for 'Public Comment" on the agenda. The Commission may not act on any matter so raised and will have to put off action until a meeting at which the matter can be put on the agenda. 3. Comment on specific agenda ,items may. be made during the -discussion of that agenda item, upon - recognition by the Chair. 4.. After receiving recognition, please approach the podium and state your name and address at the microphone before making your presentation, so that the Clerk may take down this information. 5. All documents to be presented to the .Commission shall be given to the Clerk of the Commission (original and seven copies) prior to Call of Order of meeting. Such documents shall be distributed to the Commission and made available for public inspection. This Agenda was mailed to those requesting notice and posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting, at the following locations: Butte County Administration Building, front entrance and glass case. Airport Land Use Commission • Agenda • Page 2 • AGENDA ITEM - E.I. TO: Honorable Chair and Airport Land Use Commission FROM: ALUC Staff DATE: September 25, 2001 ITEM: ALUC File No. A01-05 Consistency Finding for Verizon Wireless Communications, APN 007-270-022.: A consistency review to allow an 18 -foot extension. to an existing 102.5 -foot wireless communications tower. The site is located on the east side of State Highway 99, approximately 1,000 feet just north of the Cohasset interchange, Chico. FOR: Airport Land Use Commission Meeting on October 17, 2001 SUMMARY: Staff recommends that AL UC find the project consistent with the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan for the Chico Municipal Airport. BACKGROUND: The site is located approximately 10,000 feet due south of the southerly end of f runway 13L -31R of the Chico Municipal Airport. The property is in the incorporated limits of the City of Chico. The current General Plan land use designation is Commercial and the zoning is CC Community Commercial. An existing 102.5 -foot monopole -type communications' tower is presently located on site. The applicant is seeking to add an 18 -foot extension to the tower to bring the total height to 120.5 feet. The increased tower height would allow the applicant to co -locate on this tower rather than erecting a new tower. ANALYSIS: According to the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the Chico Municipal Airport, the property is located in a Traffic Pattern Compatibility Zone D - Other Airport Environs. Within Zone D, airspace review is required for proposed objects greater than 100 feet in height. At an elevation of approximately 203 feet above mean sea level (amsl), the project site is about 17 feet below the runway elevation at Chico Municipal Airport. The project site is within the FAR Part 77 boundary for the Horizontal Surface which has an elevation of 390 feet amsl. The top of the proposed extension would be approximately 69 feet below the Horizontal Surface. At over 10,000 feet away from the runways, the tower location is not under any designated flight -tracks and does not pose a hazard to flight traffic associated with operation of the airport. Though not required by FAA regulations for a tower of this height, it is recommended that the requirement for a flashing light be applied for visibility. Occasionally,: emergency and law enforcement aircraft follow the highway corridor at lower flight elevations. The existing tower is painted a neutral light gray/green color and the proposal is to paint the extension to match. A requirement to paint the tower alternating bands of red and white is not recommended as the site is Z7 Butte County 8krport1Land Use Commission 8 not in a flight corridor and the treatment would have a negative aesthetic impact to a highly traveled transportation routes. The proposed tower does not pose a hazard to any private use airstrips as there are none in the immediate vicinity. ( Environmental Documentation': No :environmental documentation has been completed 'for this. project. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Butte County Airport Land Use Commission find ALUC.File No. A01=05 (Verizon Wireless Communications Inc.) would be consistent- with the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan for the Chico Municipal Airport. Exhibits: A: ...Findings B:. List of References '. 'C: Project. Location illustrated on the Chico Municipal Airport Compatibility Map. a , K:\ALUC\MEETINGS\2001 \08-15\spectrasite.doc • OButte County 8Airport2Land Use Commission 0 ,_ r I. EXHIBIT A BUTTE COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION CONSISTENCY FINDINGS FOR: ALUC File No. A01-05: Verizon Wireless Communications Inc. APN 007-270-022 The Airport Land Use Commission has prepared the following findings based on data contained in the 2000 Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) .for the Chico Municipal Airport, as well as site specific information submitted by the applicant and the ALUC staff. The following findings have been prepared at the direction of the ALUC and are for the consideration of the Lead Agency (County of Butte) when making a decision on the project. SECTION 1: ENVIRONMENTAL FINDINGS A. No environmental documentation was submitted at the time of project review. SECTION 2: CONSISTENCY FINDINGS FOR PROPOSED PROJECT A. The proposed project would. be consistent with the 2000 Airport. Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) for the Chico Municipal Airport if the requirements in Section 3 are applied as a condition to the Minor Use Permit. B. Approval of the project without implementation of the requirements in Section 3 would necessitate the adoption of Overriding Findings by a 2/3 vote of the governing body. Overriding Findings by the governing body can only be made based up substantiated facts and must be supported by new substantial factual evidence introduced into the public record that the proposed action is consistent with the State Aeronautics Act as stated in Section 21670. Overriding findings cannot be adopted as matters of opinion, here say, or upon the unsubstantiated fears and desires of the governing body. Section 3: PROJECT FINDINGS: A. ' According to the 2000 ALUCP for the Chico Municipal Airport, the project is listed in a Compatibility Zone "D Other Airport Environs. Communication towers are listed as a compatible use in this zone! B. An airspace review has been completed in accordance with the ALUCP for structures over 100 feet in height. C. The proposed tower will not violate any protected airspace nor will it pose a hazard to aircraft because: Z7 Butte County OAirport Land Use Commission 0 3' I, The site,is located approximately 10,000 feet from the runways of the Chico Municipal Airport and is not under or within any flight track. 2: The tower would be approximately 69 feet below the horizontal surface specified in FAR Part 77, as applied to the Chico Municipal Airport. D.' 'Include as a`condition of the,Use Permit that a solid red-light be placed atop the tower. E. As a ,condition ,of the Use Permit, include a requirement that prior to the issuance of a Building Permit for the tower extension; the property owner shall " sign an avigation easement granting the right of continued use of the Chico Municipal Airport in the airspace above the.proposed parcel and acknowledging . . any and. all existing or potential airport operational impacts.. OButte County OAirport4 anId'Use Commission 8 EXHIBIT Bx , 'List of References Data supporting the ALUC's findings, have been `generated from studies and reports preparedby recognized professionals and agencies with expertise in Airport Land Use Planning and land use compatibility. These include,. but are not limited to: R: -Dixon Speak Associates Prepared Butte County Airport Facilities Plan. Caltrans Division of Aeronautics ='1993 Airport Land ;Use Planning Handbook. Hodges and Shutt - Prepared accident scatter, data presented in Chapter 8 of the 1993 Airport Land Use Planning Handbook. University of California, Berkeley, Institute of Transportation Studies. (1993) - Prepared accident scatter data presented in Figure 9E on page 9-13 of the 1993 Airport Land Use Planning Handbook. • r , OButte County OAirport Land Use Commission 0 5 VERIZON WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS APPLICATION FOR CONSISTENCY FINDINGS North East Chico — 65 Heritage Lane, Chico, CA Submitted To: Butte County Airport Land Use Commission 17 County Center Drive Oroville, CA 95964 Submitted By: • Michelle Hightower ` Kukulica & Associates 1729 Rutan Drive Livermore, CA 94550 (925) 699-1420 September 20, 2001 APPLICATION CONTENTS ' A. Application Form B. Existing Conditions and Proposed Land Use Descriptions C. Letter of Authorization D. Site Area Map E. Parcel Map F. Photo Simulations G. Site Plan and Elevations H. Filing Fees PROJECT PROPONENT (TO BE�COMPLETED BY APPLICANT) 1 ' Date of Application September 19, 2001 Property Owner John Et Al CraveylBidwell Self-Storage Phone Number (562) 693.9825 Mailing Address 65 Heritage Lane Chico, CA 95926 Agent (if any) Michelle D. HightowerlKukulica & Associates Phone Number (925) 699.1420 Mailing Address 1729 Man Drive Livermore, CA 94550 PROJECT. LOCATIONfBE CUIVIPL'ETED BY APPLICANT)", �i � ,..�. �,� •-.i r '4r }.Y ry•x t '.,d `�., .,��. Attachsan'accurdtel' ,scaled map sh`owin `.'the" e61' tonsh�i `othe ro'ectaite to'the a ort.liounda and'runwa si` _ Street Address 65 Heritage Lane, Chico, CA 95926 Assessor's Parcel No. 007-270-022, Parcel Size 1.14 Acres Subdivision Name NIA Zoning Lot Number CC Classification Community Commercial . P_,ROJECT:'DESCRIPTION.(TO,BE'COIYIPLETED.BY APPLICANT) ••y,�.p;.. 4: ✓ -� ,+,•. �.s' i f- _ __ Y t !�� +... ij Y ' ari; ��"'$ , t"d'= s d: ., ",fir :'� t'�r r ,'_K :�, � � ="' z j-•r. ,�L'_ r.. •. 3 ! ... {r,�STY+xGo -. �r 3�"', If apply bled ditach,-dWetailed site plan showing,ground,elevations, . the location of structures, o%pen,spa�c�es, and ' :. -6a '•gta)wr 'T9c'r +T'.- S- s="°r :.. •..y .,. ' . s•'r• .a'. water bodies,=,and the hei ht o striictures.and+trees; include'additionalproject descia7 tion data as needed-'` Existing Land Use r� Self-Storage facility and a telecommunications facilitv and associated equipment. (describe) See Attached. SEP '2 5 2001 BUTTE COUNTY • p IRPe)RT LAN) USE COMMISSION Proposed Land Use ' f A telecommunications facility which involves an 18' extension (appr&Sto the existing . • 100' monopole. , { (describe) See Attached. ' For Residential Uses 'Number of Parcels or Units on Site (including secondary-- units) econdary=units) ` For Other Land Uses Hours of Use 24 -Hour Unmanned Facility Number of Maximum Number " People on Site... Method of Calculation Height Data Height above Ground of Tallest Object (including antennas & trees) AApprox.118'ft. Highest Elevation (above sea level) of Any Object or Terrain on Site ft. Flight HazardsDoes the project involve any characteristics which could create ❑ Yes No Electrical interference, confusing lights,, glare, smoke; or othe Electrical or visual hazards to aircraft flight?' Does the project have the potential for attracting birds? . ❑ Yes ■ No , If yes to either, describe ' REFERRING AGENCY'(TO.BE COIVIPLETED.,BY.'AGENCY'STAFF) - _ Date Received Type of project Agency Name ❑ General Plan Amendment • - ❑ Zoning Amendment or Variance Staff Contact f ❑ " Subdivision Approval Phone Number , . ❑ Use Permit Agency's Project No. - - ❑ Public Facility , ❑ Other ' Signature lu, Date q 12 -da (Applicant or Agent ' r 0 APPLICATION ATTACHMENTS A. Existing Site and Proposed Land Use Descriptions Existing Site Conditions The site is located in a commercial district within the city's Community Commercial zone. The property is immediately adjacent to Highway 99 near the Cohasset Road exit. The surrounding uses include commercial retail plazas, small office buildings, fast-food restaurants and gas stations. The existing property is occupied by Bidwell Self -Storage, a self -storage facility comprised of three -two story buildings. The monopole is located in the rear yard, approximately 30 feet from the freeway right-of-way and is surrounded by tall trees and shrubs. The pole is.owned and managed by AT&T Wireless Services. Three additional wireless carriers are presently located on the structure, including AT&T Wireless, Nextel SNIR and, Ubiquitel. Proposed Land Use Description The project involves the installation and operation of a telecommunications facility for Verizon Wireless at 65 Heritage Lane, Bidwell Self -Storage in Chico. The proposed facility is a co -location effort on an existing monopole that is 100 feet in height, and presently accommodates three additional wireless carriers. The monopole will be extended by approximately 18 feet to include three -six feet, flush mounted panel antennas for Verizon. The pole extension and antennas will be painted and textured to match the existing facilities. The associated equipment necessary to transmit the signals will be installed inside two nearby storage units. The project is designed to be visually unobtrusive and will blend in with the environment. Background Verizon Wireless is the largest wireless communications provider in the U.S. with more than 28 million wireless voice and data customers. The company offers innovative, competitively priced voice'and data products and services of the highest quality along with quality customer service. Verizon's commitment to provide quality service directly correlates with the need to expand the infrastructure that supports the wireless network. As the number of American households and businesses that use wireless devices continues to increase, the need to build additional cellular sites to complete -the network and provide consumers with continuous coverage, network clarity and performance becomes even more essential. Creative and effective cellular site placement is key to Verizon, and individual site locations are selected based on a number of considerations related to topography, proximity to high traffic corridors, and other technical features. Verizon's goal is to co - locate it's facilities whenever possible to avoid the construction of new monopoles and towers. The facility at Heritage Lane will provide continuous coverage to Highway 99 and the surrounding area. Verizon Wireless Page 3 NE Chico Site Application Site Nano 'T' Lica -- propmy ;Ej&�css6S Repita T w ChL_ C'A APN;t A07.27 14ate � a � 1 Letter of Authorization The mderdpmd m the "(>wners" of the real property MVare) deaen'bod blow, and ha* ar &Mubs, ewmser4 and with iwiarlla► & As$o IAA and Vdi= Wirdss as How 1. Entry. jowm codes stat agneas that Kul Uhm sad Amooietes and Vaizaa WIMI004 it s employees, Vents avA irrdepeadeat cmMm m ("Authmxd PeeteeeluM enter mpon the Property m cmdad sad per6am same oral} of the follawing sedvities (?vanbud AWvWes"):.Swvw^ W swl borings sad Phase I mvircamemtal mfts, bmAc y mrvcD% radio praQaga m ft ie% and mob other teats cord iaspeodow ofthe Pt+a=V which Vaiaoa Wiaro w may dam necessary or advisable. Vetrim Wireless agteea to be respa Wble &r any and all coft raletod.to the l'ennimW Acdviti+es,imohxft is wBsdm an and opotedoa, ad removal of"dpment odor the property. �. POMP. Owner came= and egress that the Aufficriraed Parties nuts' malas and file oppttod cw on Omer% bebel£to such kmk am and federal gaveramemW des v&m apprw al ladmH a & Associates sad Vatym V adds may winder necessary m' 8ovenmuspPrnrak las variettccs, reu7aaing app&eeaims, buil ft peru W end %j&b L Howavm, ff byte Audotorized Yokes, OWM agmes to e>oaodzte strrh a&W mad farther do¢ameft as my be rogWv d by the govaerumental =*y im gdasstim to evidmce Omcr's codasemt to the raft v*kh is proposed to ba taloddot. It is tmdimtood by baht Kaiatlica acrd Amsted/ Vnizoa Wirelm attd Ownw/LwAm d dm chis cuuM by OwnerI lmdiord does net Mute a oaaeounittnertt by OmiwA.a Amd to lease or od wwtm convoy 6&bts to the Ptemim to Kukuhca Bad AwmaW Vaairan Wb*lesg, atA that saw =vcyance or lease ma be aecadmpiished or formalized by s*wmte written sgt+d:e mmednt Pmprt "amCOall dmi I Ooear KCUK40 to Verizon Wireless . 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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DI R. ■ CITY CHIEF OF POLICE ■ CITY FIRE CHIEF ■ .CITY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS ❑ CITY ASST. DIR. PUBLIC WORKS ■ CITY BUILDING OFFICIAL ❑ CITY TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR ❑ CITY URBAN FORESTER ❑ CITY WPCP SUPERVISOR ■ CITY SENIOR DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER CITY CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER ■ SENIOR PLANNER (CURRENT) ■ PRINCIPAL PLANNER Date: September 14, 2001 ❑ CHICO AREA REC. AND PARK DIST ❑ . CHICO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ❑ COUNTY PLANNING DIRECTOR ❑ COUNTY ENV. HEALTH DEPT.- (CHICO .❑ COUNTY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DIST LO____COUNTY AIRPORT LAND USE COMM. ❑ COUNTY AIR.POLLUTION CONTROL DIST. DEPARTMENT OF FISH & GAME WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD UTILITY COMPANIES (PAC BELL; PG&E; CAL WATER) NORTHEAST INFO CENTER CAL TRANS AIRPORT DI Other PROJECT REVIEW AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Project Name/Address: 01-52 (Verizon Wireless) 65 Heritage Lane Assessor's Parcel No. 007-270-022 R�l- 0 SEP BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING DIVISION Project Description: To allow the • addition. of 18 feet in height to an existing 100 foot high monopole telecommunication's co -location tower for the purpose of providing additional- telecommunication antennae. The project also includes. the placement of a two self -storage equipment units at the base of the tower adjacent to the existing five equipment units serving three other telecommunication providers. The existing tower is located in the Bidwell Self Storage facility, south of Albertson's and K Mart, and immediately north of SHR 99. The Chico Municipal Airport Land Use Plan identifies the project site as being in Compatibility Zone D and requires Airport Land Use Commission review of objects over 100 feet in height. The tower extension will be painted and textured to match the existing facility. Attached is the preliminary data regarding a project which as been submitted to the City of Chico for a . discretionary action (Use Permit, Rezone, Subdivision, etc.). An assessment of the potential impacts of the project is being made. Please review and submit comments within ten working days. ❑ This item will be on the Planning Commission agenda of October 18. 2001 . ❑ ' This item will be on the Zoning Administrator agenda of COMMENTS: Thank You S:\EP\U P\2001 \0152VE RIZON\REOCOMM.wpd Project Planner: Ed Palmeri 895-4795 Staff Report Use Permit 01-52 (Verizon Wireless) Prepared By: Ed Palmeri, Associate Planner 90V General Information CITYOF CHICO INC.187Z Applicant: Verizon Wireless/Michelle D. Hightower, Kukulica & Associates, 1729 Rutan Drive, Livermore', CA 94550 -Property Owner. John Cravey and Dorothy Chapin, 65 Heritage Lane, Chico, CA .95926 Purpose: To add an additional 18 feet to an existing 100 foot high monopole for the purpose of adding additional telecommunication antenna. Location: 65 Heritage Lane Assessor's Parcel No.: 007-270-022 Parcel Size: 1.14 acres Existing Zoning: CC Community Commercial Existing Land Use: Retail sales and services (Self -storage units) General Plan Designation: Community Commercial, .Surrounding Land Uses: N Retail sales and services (Albertson's and K Mart) S State Highway 99 E Offices W Retail sales and services (Almond Orchard Shopping Center) Environmental Review: Categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 Existing Facilities of the California Environmental Quality Act Use Permit No. 01-52 (Verizon Wi.reless). 65 Heritage Lane Site, 00 00G HWY 99 100 0 100 200 300 Feet MF ti y lu 0 D NZN D Z m 100 0 100 200 300 Feet