A. Small wireless facilities are subject to those design and development standards and conditions of approval set forth in this chapter.
B. Asset Availability. Mountings to support structures in the PROW are limited to Standard Steel Streetlight poles (CalTrans Standard Type) and Utility poles:
1. SL-15,
2. SL-21,
3. Non-standard pole types available by special approval only, or
4. Utility poles with Public Utilities Commission approval only
C. The City Prohibits SWFs to be installed on the following support assets/structures:
1. Poles with existing electronic/communication devices,
2. Traffic signal poles,
3. Ornamental streetlight and pedestrian light poles, and
4. The City has the right to withhold certain locations for its own use
D. Asset Location.
1. Prior to submitting a permit application, it is strongly encouraged that the applicant submit to the City a list of the asset locations they intend to use for mounting SWFs. Applicant shall verify that each proposed asset in the field falls within the asset availability criteria outlined above before submitting it to Public Works for review.
2. Applicant shall comply with Cal OSHA Title 8, Section 2946 for separation from power lines.
3. Applicants can submit up to ten (10) asset locations per week. The applicant must ensure prioritization of site location submittals.
4. The City shall have two (2) weeks or (10 working days) whichever is longer to review the proposed locations and confer with the applicant regarding the proposed locations prior to the submission of a permit application.
5. Asset locations can be reserved with a nonrefundable ten percent (10%) deposit of the encroachment permit due to the City upon the request for asset review submittal. Deposit shall be applied to the permit if the applicant chooses to proceed.
6. Reserved asset locations are held for up to four (4) weeks (20 working days) from written notification by City of availability to the applicant.
E. Design Requirements
1. All installations shall comply with City small wireless facilities policies, standard details and specifications, standard plans, adopted codes, and shall meet all relevant state and federal regulations and rules.
2. Small cell devices:
a. Shall be installed on pole structures or underground; ground-level installation is not permitted except by special approval.
b. Shall not cause any interference with the operation of City facilities, including signs, banners, festoon circuits, and miscellaneous lighting.
c. A maximum of two (2) added equipment enclosures are allowed on a single pole, including antenna shroud, PG&E meter and disconnect switch.
d. The dimensions of each equipment enclosure shall adhere to the installation preferences for accessory equipment as stated in the City's small wireless facilities policies.
e. Antenna shroud, if applicable, shall not interfere with the mast arm.
f. Enclosures shall not impact existing signs or banners.
g. Devices and associated equipment shall be UL listed and FCC certified.
h. Devices shall not emit audible sounds beyond 55 decibels ("dB").
i. Finish and color of device/enclosure shall match existing asset.
j. Identification and warning labels shall be installed on all devices as required by codes and standards. At least one warning label shall face towards the street.
3. Pole
a. Manufacturer's written approval for all pole modification is required. Modification shall not void manufacturer's warranty.
b. Structural analysis including current and proposed equipment is required. Analysis shall be per latest California Building Code, and AASHTO LTS-6 Standard Specifications for Structural Supports for Highway Sign, Luminaires, and Traffic Signals.
i. Risk level 3
ii. Structural Analysis shall be performed by a California licensed civil/structural engineer and submitted to the City for review and approval.
c. Poles showing signs of damage or corrosion as identified by City inspector must be replaced in kind.
d. New foundation may be required when installing new street light pole.
e. Minimum foundation shall be per City of Chico Standard details. A larger foundation may be approved if required per structural analysis.
f. If applicant desires a stronger pole to support the devices, replacement pole shall:
i. Meet current City standards or be reviewed and approved by City.
ii. Pole height/mast arm: to be reviewed and approved by City.
iii. Foundation per current City of Chico Standards or larger as required by structural analysis.
iv. Luminaires on replacement pole shall be re-installed from existing pole, except as per 5.A.4 below.
v. Pole number labels, if incorrect or missing, shall be corrected.
F. Wiring
1. External conduit attachment to the pole is not permitted.
2. No visible wires, cables, or conduit.
3. Splicing is permitted after the street light fuse disconnect.
G. Electric Service
1. If sharing service with City facility, for each location, applicant shall:
a. Survey and document all loads connected to circuit involved, including any non-streetlight load. Circuit tracing shall be completed using proper circuit tracing equipment.
b. Conduct load analysis to evaluate loading level and voltage drop. Calculations shall be completed by an electrical engineer and submitted to the City for review and approval.
c. Reserve at minimum forty percent (40%) of circuit load capacity (not breaker rating) for City's use.
d. Replacement of light fixtures to LEDs is allowed to free up capacity in the circuit, replacement shall be reviewed and approved by the City's Department of Public Works.
H. Metering
1. Service metering arrangement shall be reviewed and accepted by City.
2. Applicant shall submit proof of approved service metering arrangements from PG&E (i.e. Absolving Service Agreement) to the City prior to acceptance.
I. Communication/Backhaul Service
1. Applicant shall secure their own communication/backhaul arrangements independent of City facilities. A separate Major Encroachment Permit for fiber optic installations will be required.
(Ord. 2531 §2 (part); Ord. 2543 §2 (part))