Table 153.180.050 identifies the general standards applicable to wireless communications facilities located on private properties in the city. Section 153.030.030 of this code shall govern zoning of all property including the right-of-way.
Antenna Development Standards | ||
Development Standards | Residential, Mixed Use, and Open Space Zones | Commercial and Industrial Zones |
Distance from any property line | 10 feet | 5 feet |
Distance from other structures | 6 feet | 6 feet |
Minimum screening height for equipment shelter or similar ground-mounted devices | 6 feet | 6 feet |
Allowed setback location | Rear setback only | Rear or side setback |
Maximum height | 30 feet. See also section 153.180.080. | 60 feet, unless attached to an existing legal conforming structure, then the maximum height allowed shall be no more than 10 feet above said structure and antenna shall be required to be fully stealthed. See also section 153.180.080. |
Development Standards | Residential, Mixed Use, and Open Space Zones | Commercial and Industrial Zones |
Maximum number of antennas or antenna arrays per parcel (including exempt antennas)a |
2 | 3 |
Roof-mounted antennas | Prohibited unless an exception is granted pursuant to section 153.180.100 and any applicable permit | Allowed if mounted on flat portion of roof with parapets or other screening that matches architectural features of structure |
Wireless communications facilitiesb |
Prohibited without an exception granted pursuant to section 153.180.100 and a conditional use permit and any other applicable permit | Conditional use permit required |
Maximum number of free-standing towers | 0 | 1 |
(a) Any proposed co-located antennas that meet the criteria of Cal. Gov’t Code §§ 65850.6 and 65964 shall be permitted as provided therein.
(b) Any permitted wireless communications facilities shall comply with the minimum setbacks required for the applicable residential zoning district unless fully stealthed and attached to or on an existing legal conforming structure, and shall be 500 feet from another free-standing wireless telecommunications facility.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)