HomeMy WebLinkAboutPRPA EXISTING POLE, WTE (NEXTEL) - PDP - 52-98 - DECISION - FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS & DECISIONDECISION
Based on the findings and conclusions, the request to mount wireless
telecommunications equipment for PCS and cellular telephone on the existing
power pole on the campus of Platter River Power Authority, file #52-98 is
APPROVED.
Dated this 25th day of March, 1999, per authority granted by Sections 1.4.9(E)
and 2..1 of the Land Use Code. /
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Robert E. Blanchard, AICP
Current Planning Director
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mounted equipment is screened by a solid wood fence that
matches the existing fence.
(2.) 3.8.13 {C} (4) - Landscaping: This standard requires landscaping
that exceeds the levels established in the landscaping section of
the Land Use Code (Section 3.2.1). In addition to the solid wood
fencing, the ground -mounted equipment will be screened by the
addition of seven Austrian Pines, six feet in height.
(3.) 3.8.13 [C] (7) - Irrigation: This standard requires that landscaping
be equipped with automatic irrigation systems. The seven new
Austrian Pines will be watered by an existing automatic irrigation
system.
All other standards are non -applicable.
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND DECISION
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS
After reviewing the staff report and the record of the public hearing, the Hearing
Officer makes the following findings and conclusions:
1. The proposed six new antennas are defined as wireless
telecommunications equipment. The pole is existing and contains a
variety of antennas and communication dishes. Therefore, the request is
considered to be a co -location on an existing structure.
2. Wireless telecommunications equipment is permitted in the E,
Employment Zoning District.
3. The new ground -mounted equipment would be screened by a new fence
that will match the existing.
4. The proposed equipment meets the applicable standards of Section
3.8.13 {C) of the Land Use Code.
Written Comments:
N/A
Community Concerns:
N/A
City Response:
N/A
Applicant Response:
N/A
BACKGROUND
The Land Use Code defines "wireless telecommunications services equipment"
as any equipment used to provide wireless telecommunication services, but
which is not affixed to or contained within a wireless telecommunication services
facility (monopole or tower), but is instead affixed to or mounted on an existing
building or structure (or substantially similar replacement structure) that is used
for some other purpose. Provided, however, such equipment shall also mean a
ground- mounted (or roof -mounted) base station used as an accessory structure
that is connected to an antenna mounted on or affixed to an existing building.
This particular request is to mount wireless telecommunications equipment for
PCS and cellular telephone on the existing power pole on the campus of Platter
River Power Authority. The equipment is considered to be a co -location with
other providers which have existing equipment on the pole. There is also
ground -based equipment associated with this request.
Section 3.8.13 of the Land Use code provides the standards for wireless
telecommunication equipment and facilities.
(1.) 3.8.13 {C} (3) - Screening: The standard requires that ground -
mounted wireless telecommunication equipment be screened in a
manner compatible with the building's design, color and material.
In this case, there is no building in close proximity. The ground-
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATION AND DECISION:
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve
HEARING OFFICER DECISION: Approve
ZONING DISTRICT: E - Employment
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Notice of public hearing was made on March
11, 1999 by mailing to property owners within
500 feet'of the subject property.
The public hearing was advertised in the
Coloradoan on March 17, 1999
PUBLIC HEARING
After reviewing the Staff Report and recommendation, a public hearing was held
on the subject application at 1:30 PM on March 25, 1999. The hearing was held
in Conference Room D at 281 North College Avenue, Fort Collins, Colorado.
HEARING TESTIMONY, WRITTEN COMMENTS AND OTHER EVIDENCE:
The following is a list of those who attended the meeting:
From the City:
Ted Shepard, Chief Planner
From the applicant:
Rick Holpp, Nextel
From the Community:
N/A
City of Fort Collins
Comm , _Ay Planning and Environmenta, . rvices
Current Planning
CITY OF FORT COLLINS
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER
TYPE I ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND DECISION
HEARING OFFICER: Bob Blanchard
Current Planning Director
PROJECT NAME: Platte River Power Authority, 2000 East
Horsetooth Road, Wireless
Telecommunications Equipment (Nextel),
CASE NUMBER:
52-98
APPLICANT: Nextel
c/o Mr. Rick Holpp
4643 S. Ulster Street, Suite 500
Denver, CO 80237
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This is a request to mount wireless
telecommunications equipment for PCS and
cellular telephone on the existing power pole
on the campus of Platter River Power
Authority. The equipment is considered to be
a co -location with other providers which have
existing equipment on the pole. There is also
ground -based equipment associated with this
request. The site is located at the northwest
corner Horsetooth and Timberline Roads.
281 North College Avenue • P.O. Box 580 • Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580 • (970) 221-6750 • FAX (970) 416-2020