(1) A narrative outlining the type of tower, life expectancy of the tower, proposed structures, noise, radio frequency or other types of anticipated emissions and other pertinent information to explain the request in detail;
(2) Documentation that the proposed tower complies with regulations of FCC and FAA including a copy of the National Environmental Protection Act, being 42 U.S.C. §§ 4321 et seq. study required by the Federal Communication Commission. No antenna shall be installed on any tower facility until a Federal Communication Commission license is issued for that antenna;
(3) Existing conditions map drawn to a scale that shows all pertinent information including:
(a) Contour lines at ten-foot intervals;
(b) Existing vegetation;
(c) Existing drainage and permanent water features;
(d) Existing structures;
(e) Existing access; and
(f) All above existing conditions within 350 feet of the property line.
(4) Proposed map/site plan drawn to scale that shows all pertinent information including:
(a) Location of tower, structures, lighting, landscaping, signage and other elements to be constructed;
(b) Location of fence and gate;
(c) Location of proposed driveway and parking areas; and
(d) Any proposed changes to land forms including topography vegetation and drainage.
(5) Documentation of search area providing evidence of the lack of antenna space on existing towers and alternative tower structures, and the location of those facilities which were considered, demonstrating that they cannot provide adequate communication service utilizing such existing towers or structures;
(6) Proposed structure report and/or design plans from a registered engineer licensed by the state including:
(a) A description of the towers capacity including the number and type of antennas that it could accommodate or the nameplate capacity in kilowatts for a WECS;
(b) A description of the proposed tower height and design including an illustration of cross- section and elevation;
(c) Documentation of the proposed height above grade for the tower structure, proposed antenna or WECS blade heights and locations and (for communication towers) the potential mounting positions for co-located antennas with the minimum separation distances between antennas;
(d) Documentation that the proposed tower complies with structural and electrical standards;
(e) Documentation as to the steps to be taken to avoid interference with established public safety communication systems;
(f) Engineer’s stamp and registration number; and
(g) Other information required by the Planning Department to evaluate the request.
(7) For communication towers, a letter of intent from the tower owner committing the tower owner and its successors to allow the shared use of the tower to meet collocation requirements; and
(8) With approval of the Planning Department, flexibility on required map submittals may be granted for scale and existing feature requirements on lots that are deemed of a size or configuration where the above guidelines do not provide the information required for adequate review.
(B) All new towers and/or accessory buildings or structures require a building permit as required in the state’s Building Code or Ch. 162 of this code of ordinances.
(C) Any antenna co-locations or modifications or additions to existing towers shall be required to submit documentation that has been prepared and certified by a registered engineer licensed by the state, which must be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and/or Building Official.
(D) The city may choose to consult with outside agencies and/or consultants to determine if the application meets the requirements of this chapter, state and federal laws. Any charges of fees resulting from the consultation will be the responsibility of the applicant for payment.
(Prior Code, § 335.04) (Ord. passed 2-19-2008; Ord. passed 3-1-2011)