(A) All information contained in the application and any updates, except for any map or other information that specifically identifies the proposed location of the cellular antenna tower then being reviewed, shall be deemed confidential and proprietary within the meaning of KRS 61.878. The Planning Commission shall deny any public request for the inspection of this information, whether submitted under Kentucky's Open Records Act or otherwise, except when ordered to release the information by a court of competent jurisdiction.
(B) Applicants for the construction of small cell systems and/or small cell towers for cellular telecommunications services or personal communications services may choose to provide either the uniform application per KRS 100.9865 or in lieu of the uniform application, the following information should be submitted:
(1) Fee structure.
(a) Co-locations. The application fee is $500 for up to five antennas which are placed on existing utility poles, towers or other structures. For each additional antenna placed on existing utility poles beyond the five, there is an additional fee of $100 per antenna.
(b) New towers. The application fee is $1,000 for each new small cell tower which supports an antenna.
(2) A written description and map showing the coverage area of the provider's existing facilities in the general and site-specific areas that are the subject of the application.
(3) A statement of the telecommunications objectives for the proposed location, whether the proposed facility is necessary to prevent or fill a gap capacity shortfall, expand or provide new coverage, or to deploy new technology in the applicant or provider's service area, whether it is the least obtrusive means of doing so, and whether there are any alternative sites that would have fewer aesthetic impacts while providing comparable service.
(4) A statement by an authorized representative that the applicant or provider holds all applicable licenses or other approvals required by the Federal Communications Commission, the Kentucky Public Service Commission, and any other agency of state or federal government with authority to regulate telecommunications facilities that are required in order for the applicant to construct the proposed facility.
(5) A statement by an authorized representative that the applicant or provider is in compliance with all conditions required for such license and approvals.
(6) A full description of the number and dimensions of all small cell towers proposed to be installed.
(7) A site development plan, signed and sealed by a professional engineer registered in Kentucky, showing the proposed location of the tower and existing structures within 500 feet of the proposed site.
(8) A vertical profile sketch or drawing of the towers, signed and sealed by a professional engineer registered in Kentucky, indicating the height of the tower and the placement of all antennas and equipment enclosures.
(9) A statement indicating the individual who is the authorized agent and their preferred email and mailing address to receive communications.
(10) Photographs of view shed from each proposed tower location, taken in at least four directions.
(11) Description of whether other overhead utilities exist within 500 feet of the proposed antenna location.
(Ord. 10-2021, passed 8-12-2021)