P ORD-2002-030 Telecommunications Tower Ordinance Amendments

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ADMINISTRATION ORDINANCE 27 f) The telecommunications equipment planned for the proposed tower cannot be accommodated on an existing tower due to one or more of the following reasons: The planned equipment would exceed the structural capacity of existing and approved towers, considering existing and planned use of those towers and the towers cannot be reinforced to accommodate planned or equivalent equipment at a reasonable cost. 2. The planned equipment would cause radio frequency interference with other existing or planned equipment for these towers, and the interference cannot be prevented at a reasonable cost. 3. Existing or approved towers do not have space on which the equipment can be placed so it can function effectively and reasonably in parity with similar existing or approved equipment. 4. No tower or other suitable facility exists in an area where the equipment to be placed on the tower will function in its intended manner. g) The communications tower is structurally designed to support at least: eRe two additional users as provided for trr Ssctio1V'80 &4 d} -!0, and the Special Use Permit includes a statement that the owner of the tower is willing to permit other user(s) to attach communication equtpment fae"Ries which do not interfere with the primary purpose of the tower, provided that such other users agree to negotiate a reasonable compensation to the owner from such liability as may result from such attachment. h) The color of the tower is of light tone, except to the extent required by law, so as to minimize its visual impact. i) The towers will not be artificially lighted unless required by the FAA, FCC or other federal or state agency. Where such agencies allow a choice between painting the tower or installing strobe lighting, painting shall be the preferred choice. j) The tower and antenna will not result in a significant adverse impact on the view of or from any historic site, scenic road, or major view corridor. k) All abandoned communication towers shall be removed within 12 months of the cessation of use. A bond or other security guaranteeing the removal of the tower in the event that it is abandoned or unused for a period of 12 months shall be posted. A cost estimate shall be provided by a qualified contractor. The amount of the security shall be 110 percent of the estimate. 1) A determination shall be made that the facility and its equipment will comply with all federal, state and local emission requirements, and the Special Use Permit shall include a statement that the facility and its equipment will comply with all federal, state and local emission requirements.