28-12 Additional requirements

(1) The following shall be considered by the planning commission for telecommunication sites: (a) compatibility of the proposed structure with the height and mass of existing TOOELE COUNTY LAND USE ORDINANCE – CHAPTER 28 buildings and utility structures; (b) locating the antenna on other existing structures in the same vicinity such as other monopoles, lattice towers, buildings, water towers, utility poles, athletic field lights, parking lot lights, etc. where possible without significantly impacting antenna transmission or reception; (c) whether co-location of the antenna on existing structures in the same vicinity has been sought by the applicant, but installation of a new tower without co-location is necessary to provide service; (d) whether the facility creates quantifiable detrimental impacts to adjoining properties: (e) location of the antenna in relation to existing vegetation, topography including ridge lines, and buildings to obtain the best visual screening; (f) spacing between monopoles and lattice towers which creates detrimental impacts to adjoining properties; (g) the impact of the proposed tower on future development in the area, according to the County’s general plan; and (h) installation of curb, gutter, sidewalk, landscaping, and fencing. (2) In considering a conditional use application for a communications facility, the planning commission shall not consider evidence that the electromagnetic or microwave radiation used by low-power radio communications services detrimentally affects public health or the environment. The planning commission may, however, consider other valid health and safety concerns raised by the location and operation of the communications facility, such as structural integrity, and electrical safety. (3) No conditional use application shall be considered unless the application fee is paid and the following information is provided by the applicant: (a) the applicant’s and property owner’s name, address, and telephone number, as well as an emergency telephone number; (b) a written statement signed by all owners of the property where the facility is proposed to be located, stating that the owners have reviewed the plans for the proposed facility, understand the type of facility that is being installed and the obligations the owners are undertaking, and granting permission for the applicant to install and maintain the facility; (c) the site location master plan, as required by this chapter; (d) a site-specific plan showing in reasonable detail the location of the proposed facility, required fencing and landscaping, and the design plans for the proposed facility; (e) certification from the Federal Communications Commission and the Federal Aviation Administration, if necessary, that the proposed facility meets all applicable laws and regulations; (f) a permit from the Army Corps of Engineers if the facility will affect wetlands; (g) statements, when appropriate, from the owners of underground utility facilities, such as water, electrical, or natural gas delivers, that the installation of the facility will not directly interfere with the operation of the utility; and (h) notice to neighboring jurisdictions, as required by this chapter. (4) The planning commission may require landscaping or other screening to mitigate the visual impact of a proposed communications facility. (5) The planning commission may reduce the required setback from a residential zone if practical difficulties are demonstrated by the applicant, such as public park location or public building. (Ord.2005-30, 11/22/05)