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Case Number:BLD2003-00545 Case Status:Finaled Date Received:8/29/2003
Description:WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY - MONOPOLE Date Issued:12/11/2003
Applicant: CINGULAR WIRELESS Expiration Date:12/11/2004 12:00:00 AM
Site Address:313 ELKHOUND PASS RD Case Finaled:1/20/2004
Parcel No:702132002 Other Cases Parcel Data Map It More Details

Case Actions
Below is a list of actions that have been taken by staff for this permit case. They are sorted based on the date they were added to the database with most recent actions at the top. A value in the "Date Completed" field indicates that the action has been completed.
Description: File Archived
Date Completed: 1/24/2006
Disposition: DONE
Description: Final Building Inspection
Date Completed: 1/20/2004
Disposition: DONE
Description: Issue Building Permit (F)
Date Completed: 12/11/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Approve Permit-UF
Date Completed: 12/10/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Print Dummy UDC Permit-UF
Date Completed: 12/10/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Building Permit Application(F)
Date Completed: 8/29/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: App Substantially Complete-U
Date Completed: 9/17/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Case Entered
Date Completed: 8/29/2003
Disposition:
Description: Plan Check
Date Completed: 10/20/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Contractor License/Bond Info
Date Completed: 12/9/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Stormwater Review-U
Date Completed: 9/18/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Env. Sensitive Area Review-U
Date Completed: 9/18/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Consistency Review-U
Date Completed: 9/18/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: RAP Review Complete-U
Date Completed: 12/4/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: Final Planning Appr
Date Completed: 12/9/2003
Disposition: DONE
Description: DRD Approval (Zoning)
Date Completed: 12/9/2003
Disposition: DONE

Case Conditions
Below is a list of conditions for this permit case. Conditions typically record requirements that the applicant must meet to be in compliance with the permit.
Title: COMPLIANCE
Wording Upon written application, prior to the expiration of the 180-day period, the Administrator shall in writing grant a 180-day extension for reuse of the facility. Additional extensions beyond the first 180 day extension may be granted by the Administrator, subject to any conditions required to bring the project or facility into compliance with current law(s) and make it compatible with surrounding development.

Title: C-KNOX BOX KEY
Wording A knox box key access shall be provided by the applicant.

Title: C-RESCUE TEAM
Wording A high angle rescue team shall be provided by the applicant when work is being conducted on the tower.

Title: C-ACCESS
Wording Road access shall be accessible for emergency vehicles.

Title: C-SETBACKS
Wording The tower will be sited approximately 871-feet from the northern lot line, 974-feet from the eastern lot line and 337-feet from the southern lot line. In addition, the applicant has requested a reduction down to 289-feet from the western lot line.

Title: C-BMPS
Wording The project shall adhere to the Best Management Practices (BMPs) to control stormwater, erosion and sediment during construction. BMPs shall address permanent measures to stabilize soil exposed during construction, and in the design and operation of stormwater and drainage control systems.

Title: C-APPROVAL FOR POLE ONLY
Wording This approval is for a new 150-foot monopole wireless communications facility only. Any future permits on this site are subject to review for consistency with applicable codes and ordinances and does not preclude review and conditions which may be placed on future permits.

Title: C-MEET CODE
Wording Construction of the wireless telecommunication facilities is subject to the requirements of the County Building Code, Chapter 15.05 JCC, and all Building Code (UBC), the Electrical Code (NEC), the requirements of the National Electronics Industries Association/Telecommunications Industries Association (EIA/TIA) 222 Revision F Standard entitled "Structural Standards for Steel Antenna Supporting Structures" and any additional applicable standards published by the Electronics Industries Association, the Uniform Fire Code and the Jefferson County Critical Areas Ordinance.

Title: SECURITY LIGHTING
Wording Security lighting for the equipment enclosure shall be minimized. Any newly installed security lighting shall be oriented downward and shielded so that light falls only within the boundaries of the property and shall be triggered only by a motion sensor.

Title: CARE OF FACILITY
Wording The applicant shall protect the facility from unauthorized access consistent with the purpose of protecting the public health, safety and welfare. The applicant shall maintain the facility in a good and safe condition and preserve its original appearance and concealment or camouflage elements incorporated into the design at the time of approval. Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to, such items as painting, structural repair, repair of equipment and maintenance of landscaping.

Title: SUBLEASING AUTHORIZATION
Wording If the applicant transfers, assigns, or subleases a wireless communication facility, a copy of the land use agreement and FCC license shall be submitted in writing to the Director, as well as the name and telephone number of a person responsible for the facility, who is capable of responding immediately.

Title: C-REMOVAL IF ADANDONED
Wording If an abandoned facility is not removed within 180 days or a longer period of time determined in writing by the Director, the County shall have the authority to enter the property and remove the facilities. All reasonable and documented costs of such removal shall be charged to the provider and/or landowner of record.

Title: ZONING COMPLIANCE
Wording For all towers and related equipment enclosures located in commercial and residential districts, or a agricultural land, the applicant shall prepare a landscaping plan for review and approval. Landscaping shall be placed outside the security fence and shall consist of fast growing vegetation with a minimum planted height of six feet, placed so as to form a solid hedge within two years of planting. Existing vegetation shall be preserved to ensure that the tower and related equipment are adequately screened and concealed The County may require a supplemental planting plan prior to issuance of a Certificate of Compliance. In lieu of compliance with this requirement, the applicant may apply for a variance pursuant to Section 18.42.120 Variances.

Title: TYPE II STREAM
Wording A Type (2) Stream (Fish and Wildlife Habitat Area) has been identified on the subject property. The stream will require a setback of 150-feet. The setback shall be measured horizontally from the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM). Fish and Wildlife Habitat Areas shall also have Buffers and Building Setbacks established. The proposed tower is located approximately 1/2 mile from the stream.

Title: FOLLOW CUP CONDITIONS
Wording A Type II Conditional Use Permit was issued for the proposed cell tower. The applicant shall adhere to all conditions stipulated through ZON03-00058.

Title: PAINT
Wording The structure and associated equipment shall paint the pole and associated equipment in a manner that blends with the natural surroundings.

Title: LIGHTING
Wording Lighting shall be in conformance with applicable FAA and FCC policies and approval.

Title: EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Wording Prior to the operation of the telecommunication facilities, the applicant shall document that the system has been integrated into the County's Emergency Response System as required by Section 18.42.050.

Title: DESIGN STANDARD
Wording Based on Section 18.42.090, Design Review Standard a-3, the applicant shall submit documentation from the FCC or FAA confirming that the tower is not required to be lit. The documentation shall be provided prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.

Title: SETBACKS
Wording The Jefferson County Ordinance Administrator waives the required 340-foot setback, allowing a reduction to approximately 289-feet from the western lot line.. Techniques such as additional screening, submittal and approval of the proposed color(s), reflective qualities of the paint and painting patterns are recommended for adequate mitigation, subject to Department approval.

Title: VEGETATION
Wording Existing plant materials located on and off the lease site shall be preserved to ensure that the tower and related equipment are sufficiently concealed from ground level, adjacent properties and viewscapes. If it is not possible to achieve adequate screening by preserving existing vegetation on the site, the applicant shall lease or secure an easement for additional land to preserve existing significant vegetation or to allow the planting of additional vegetation.

Title: FACILITY MAINT
Wording The applicant shall protect the facility from unauthorized access consistent with the purpose of protecting the public health, safety and welfare. The applicant shall maintain the facility in a good and safe condition and preserve its original appearance and concealment or camouflage elements incorporated into the design at the time of approval. Maintenance shall include, but not be limited to, such items as painting, structural repair, repair of equipment and maintenance of landscaping.

Title: SUBLEASING
Wording If the applicant transfers, assigns, or subleases a wireless communication facility, a copy of the land use agreement and FCC license shall be submitted in writing to the Administrator, as well as the name and telephone number of a person responsible for the facility, who is capable of responding immediately.

Title: DEBT FEES
Wording The applicant shall be responsible for all direct and indirect expenses incurred related to review and compliance with the conditions of approval. All fees shall be as authorized by County Ordinance. In accordance with the Jefferson County Department of Public Works Fee Schedule, the applicant shall pay all costs of work incidental to review the before final approval is granted. The Department's review fee is currently $50.00 per hour.

Title: Custom Universal Condition
Wording In the event the wireless telecommunication facility is unused for a period of 180 consecutive days will be declared abandoned by the County. The property owner shall remove abandoned facilities within 180 days from the date of abandonment. Failure to remove an abandoned facility shall be considered a public nuisance subject to penalties.

Title: ABANDONED
Wording If an abandoned facility is not removed within 180 days or a longer period of time determined in writing by the Administrator, the County shall have the authority to enter the property and remove the facilities. All reasonable and documented costs of such removal shall be charged to the provider and/or landowner of record.

Title: LIGHTING COND
Wording The proposed tower will not contain lighting. Lighting will only be located for visability of the ground electrical equipment. In addition, motion sensors will be used on all ground lighting.

Title: BUFFER
Wording Buffers are areas that shall be maintained in their natural condition, however, minor pruning or alteration of vegetation may be permitted as long as the function and character of the buffer is not diminished.


Case Findings
Below is a list of findings for this permit case. Findings typically record facts that the staff are using as the basis of their permit processing decisions.
Title: F-ESAS
Wording The application was reviewed by the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff on 9/29/03 for the potential presence of Environmentally Sensitive Areas (ESAs) under the provisions of the Unified Development Code (UDC). After an initial Geographic Information Systems mapping review and an investigative site inspection, the following ESAs were confirmed to be present on the subject property: Type 2 & 5 Stream, Low Landslide Hazard Area, Seismic, Wetlands and Adjacent Commercial Forestland, and Susceptible Aquifer Recharge Area.

Title: F-STREAM DISTANCE
Wording The proposal is located outside of the streamside buffer area. The Type 2 Stream is approximately 1/2 mile away from the proposed development.

Title: F-STEEP SLOPES
Wording The proposed location of the tower is not on an identified steep slope or landslide hazard area. Therefore, additional conditions and setback do not apply.

Title: F-ADJACENT FOREST
Wording Jefferson County has determined that the use of real property for agriculture and forestry operations is a high priority and favored use in the county. The county will not consider to be a nuisance those inconveniences or discomforts arising from such operations, if such operations are consistent with commonly accepted best management practices in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. If your real property includes or is within five hundred (500) feet of real property designated as Rural Residential 1:10 or 1:20, Rural Industrial, Rural Commercial, Agriculture, or Forestry, you may be subject to inconveniences or discomforts arising from such farming and forestry operations, including but not limited to noise, tree removal, odors, flies, fumes, dust, smoke, the operation of farm and forestry machinery during any 24-hour period, the storage and disposal or manure, and the application of permitted fertilizers and permitted pesticides. One or more of these inconveniences may occur as a result of agricultural and forestry operations which are in conformance with existing laws and regulations.

Title: F-DNS ISSUED
Wording This proposal was reviewed under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) by Jefferson County acting as lead agency. Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) issued on October 9, 2003.

Title: F-SITE PLAN CHANGES
Wording The site plan as submitted with the zoning application on 8/29/03 has been reviewed for consistency under the UDC, and has been approved by Jefferson County Department of Community Development. Any modifications, changes, and/or additions to the stamped, approved site plan dated 10/27/03 shall be resubmitted for review and approval by Jefferson County Department of Community Development.

Title: F-APPEAL PERIOD EXPIRED
Wording The appeal period for the Type II permit expired on December 5, 2003. No appeals were filed.

Title: F-MORATORIUM
Wording A portion of the proposal was logged and a six (6) year moratorium was placed on the property. The portion of the property is outside of the location of the moratorium.

Title: F-GEOHAZARD AREAS
Wording Geologically Hazardous Areas in Jefferson County are characterized by slope, soil type, geologic material, and groundwater that may combine to create problems with slope stability, erosion, and water quality during and after construction or during natural events such as earthquakes or severe rainstorms.

Title: F-LNDSLIDE HAZARD
Wording The landslide hazard area is not located within the proposed location of the tower, and the location is not in close proximity to a top or toe of a bank.

Title: F-DNS ISSUED
Wording Reviewed under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) by Jefferson County acting as lead agency. Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) issued on 10/09/03.

Title: F-DNS
Wording A final DNS was issued on October 9, 2003. No appeals were filed.

Title: F-ACCESS PROVIDED
Wording The applicant has obtained legal access to the proposed site. Ingress/egress is provided through Elkhound Pass Road. The document was recorded at the Jefferson County Auditors Office on 12/02/03 under file no. 478627.

Title: F-Site Plan Changes
Wording The site plan as submitted with the zoning/building application on 8/29/03 has been reviewed for consistency under the UDC, and has been approved by Jefferson County Department of Community Development. Any modifications, changes, and/or additions to the stamped, approved site plan dated 12/08/03 shall be resubmitted for review and approval by Jefferson County Department of Community Development.

Title: F-Approval for _____ Only
Wording This approval is for a 150-foot monopole and associated ground equipment only. Any future permits on this site are subject to review for consistency with applicable codes and ordinances and does not preclude review and conditions which may be placed on future permits.