For the purpose of this chapter the foothills and canyons are defined as the areas shown on the zoning map as foothills and canyons overlay zone.
A. Grading; Zone Requirements: Any grading for telecommunication facilities, including access roads and trenching for utilities, shall comply with the international building code. Telecommunication facilities in the foothills and canyons shall comply with the FR zone requirements for grading (section 13.12.090 of this title), natural vegetation (section 13.12.100 of this title), utilities (section 13.12.110 of this title) and the foothills and canyons site development and design standards (chapter 13.73 of this title). Everything possible should be done to minimize disturbance of the natural environment.
B. Visual Simulation: A computer generated visual simulation of the proposed structures is required for all sites in the foothills and canyons. The simulation shall show all structures, including, but not limited to, monopoles, antennas, and equipment buildings.
C. Disturbances: Everything possible should be done to minimize disturbance of the visual environment. Site placement and color should be carefully considered to blend in with the surroundings.
D. Outside Lighting: Continuous outside lighting is prohibited unless required by the FAA for the monopole. (Ord. 2012-15, 9-20-2012)