(A) Ground-mounted antennas may be allowed in all zoning districts subject to a use permit.
(B) Ground-mounted antennas height shall be determined by line of sight transmission needs. The applicant shall provide documentation of height required, i.e., calculations, relationship to other transmittal relay towers or antennas and any other relevant information to support height requirements of the facility.
(C) All proposed ground-mounted telecommunications facilities shall require a visual analysis, which includes photo simulations demonstrating the appearance of the site prior to and after installation.
(D) Proposed telecommunications facilities shall be located within reach of existing access roads.
(E) Ground-mounted facilities shall be painted using non-reflective matte finished shades of green and brown, where appropriate, and the Planning Director shall approve the applicant’s final choice of colors on a case-by-case basis.
(F) Landscaping shall be used to minimize any visual impacts. All proposed vegetation shall be compatible with existing vegetation in the area and shall be drought tolerant. Any revegetation and landscape plan shall incorporate language to comply with the county’s water conservation plan and San Benito County Code Chapter 19.33, as amended from time to time.
(G) All associated base transceivers stations (BTS) for ground-mounted facilities shall be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to ensure minimal visual impact. BTS may be partially buried underground or use existing contours and level differences to minimize height/visibility.
(1966 Code, § 34-15) (Ord. 762, § 1(part), 2003)