A pre-application conference is optional and is not required. A pre-application conference does not trigger any of the FCC's shot clock requirements for placement of small cell or small cell towers. Applicants may contact staff and request a pre-application conference. Upon receipt of this request, staff will set up the meeting which shall include staff, the applicant, any applicable utility providers, the local jurisdiction, and the owner of the right-of-way or property on which the small cell system or small cell tower is proposed to be installed. A pre-application conference allows for early coordination by identifying existing structures that might be suitable for collocation and identifying any other items which are in conformance/nonconformance with the comprehensive plan, local zoning ordinance, and/or the provisions of these regulations. A pre-application conference provides an opportunity for an initial discussion regarding proposed structure locations, design and the application submittal, approval process and coordination with utilities for possible use of pre-existing structures. Applicants desiring to have a pre-application conference should supply the applicant's preferred locations, structure design style and structure height one week prior to the pre-application conference or upon request for a pre-application conference.
(Ord. 10-2021, passed 8-12-2021)