(A) Criteria for granting exceptions.
(1) An exception to specific requirements of this subchapter may be issued for a wireless communications facility if it meets all of the following applicable standards:
(a) With regard to siting, the applicant shall demonstrate that the facility and/or antenna must be located and designed as proposed to service the applicant’s service area. The applicant shall submit an explanation and supporting engineering data proving that a tower or antenna as proposed is technologically necessary;
(b) If seeking an exception from required height standards, the applicant shall demonstrate that the proposed height is designed at the minimum height necessary and shall specifically include an analysis comparing the operation of the facility at its proposed height with its operation at the maximum height permitted herein. The applicant shall also address whether the additional height would be required if the facility were located at a different site. The purpose of this analysis is to ensure that additional height is permitted only when technically necessary for the provision of services;
(c) Locating the antenna in conformance with the specifications of this subchapter would obstruct the antenna’s reception window or otherwise excessively interfere with reception, and the obstruction or interference involves factors beyond the applicant’s control;
(d) The exception would not create a significant visual impact;
(e) Granting the exception shall conform to the spirit and intent of this code;
(f) The exception request is consistent with the city’s general plan; and
(g) Granting the exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
(B) Revocation of exceptions. Any exception may be revoked if the owner and/or operator fails to comply with the conditions imposed.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)