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Case Number:ZON1999-00055 Case Status:Finaled Date Received:12/10/1999
Description:Construct new 150-foot lattice tower to support a 3 sector panel antenna array. Equipment cabinet to be placed near tower base within a 30' x 60' lease area. In addition, Voice Stream may elect to mount three (3) mircrowave antenna dish antennas onto the tower in the future. Date Issued:5/25/2000
Applicant:B JOHNSON VOICE STREAM WIRELESS Expiration Date:2/25/2001 12:00:00 AM
Site Address:4938 HWY 20 Case Finaled:10/15/2001
Parcel No:901042001 Other Cases Parcel Data Map It

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: Close Case: Project Complete
Date Completed: 10/15/2001
Disposition: DONE
Description: Approve Permit
Date Completed: 5/25/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: (F) Issue Final DNS +10
Date Completed: 5/9/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: (F) SEPA Threshold DNS +14
Date Completed:
Disposition: DONE
Description: Pub in Leader-Pending DNS
Date Completed: 4/14/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: Pub in Leader-Pending DNS
Date Completed: 4/14/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: (F) Notice of Application +30
Date Completed: 10/15/2001
Disposition: DONE
Description: Pub Date in Leader-Ntc of Appl
Date Completed: 2/25/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: App Substantially Complete (F)
Date Completed: 2/18/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: Site inspection
Date Completed: 1/20/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: DRD INFO REQUEST
Date Completed: 2/18/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: INCOMPLETE App REQ INFO (F)
Date Completed: 2/18/2000
Disposition: DONE
Description: Pre-application conference
Date Completed: 12/20/1999
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: RECORDED SURVEY
Wording Prior to the issuance of a building permit, a survey of the leased wireless telecommunication facility area shall be recorded with the Jefferson County Auditor's Office. A copy of the recorded survey shall be submitted to the Jefferson County Department of Community Development.

Title: OTHER REGULATIONS
Wording Construction of the Voice Stream 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 Industies Association (EIA/TIA) 222 Revision F Standard entitled "Structural Standards for Steel Antenna Towers and 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: EMERGENCY RESPONSE SYSTEM
Wording (WRITTEN COMMITMENT) 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. The applicant shall officially certify that they have the capacity to meet FCC mandate that the industry must be able to locate a wireless telephone when it dials 911.

Title: SETBACK WAIVER
Wording The Jefferson County Zoning Ordinance Administrator waives the required setback to the south property line of 590 feet to be reduced to 508.5 feet 6 inches. Techniques such as additional screening, submittal and approval of the proposed color(s), reflective qualities, and painting patterns are recommended for adequate mitigation, subject to departmental approval by staff.

Title: FENCING
Wording The applicant shall provide a security fence that is at least six feet in height surrounding the proposed towe and acessory equipment for public safety. The fence shall be constructed prior to the final Certificate of Occupancy from the Building Office. In lieu of installation of a security fence, the applicant shall apply for and obtain a variance from the Hearing Examiner.

Title: NOISE
Wording Noise generated by the wireless telecommunication facility shall not exceed the maximum environmental noise levels established in Chapter 173-60, Washington Administrative Code, as it is now or in effect or hereafter amended.

Title: ADEQUATE SCREENING
Wording Based on Design Review Standard a-8, prior to issuance of a final Certificate of Compliance, the project planner shall verify that existing vegetation is adequate to screen the facility. If existing vegetation is not adequate to screen the facility, additional vegetation shall be planted in order to adequately screen the facility. For all screening, the use of trees with sufficient height and fullness upon maturity shall be required. The applicant may be required to submit the a landscaping plan prepared by a landscape professional, which provides for planting of fast growing vegetation with a minimum planted height of six feet outside of the proposed security fence. The plan shall be reviewed and approved by the department. In lieu of compliance with this requirement, the applicant may apply for a variance pursuant to Section 18.42.120 Variances.

Title: FAA LIGHTING
Wording If the FAA requires that lighting be placed on the top of the new 150-foot lattice tower, the applicant shall provide documentation from FAA verifying that the tower will be required to be lit. [APPLICANT PROVIDED LETTER DATED 12/28/99 - on10/4/01]

Title: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
Wording The applicant shall implement a Small Parcel Erosion and Sediment Control Plan that applies the Small Parcel Minimum Requirements from the Washington State Department of Ecology Stormwater Management Manual for the Puget Sound Basin. A Small Parcel Erosion and Sediment Contol Plan that meets this requirement shall be submitted to the Jefferson County Department of Public Works for review and approval prior to commencing land-disturbing activities.

Title: TF-Paint Standards
Wording Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide information related to the color(s), the paint reflective qualities, and the proposed paint patterns for the attached antennas and equipment enclosure for review and approval by staff. Appropriate colors may include earth tones and muted grays, blues, and greens in broken patterns.

Title: TF-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: TF-Signs
Wording (WRITTEN COMMITTMENT) Signs, symbols, flags, banners or other devices shall not be attached to or painted or inscribed upon any tower or antenna. A telephone number and person to call for information or in the event of an emergency shall be posted at the site.

Title: TF-Maintenance
Wording (WRITTEN COMMITTMENT) 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: TF-Building Permit
Wording The type "A" land use permit for this facility shall automatically expire and become void if the applicant fails to obtain a building permit within one year of the effective date of the land use permit. The Director may extend the permit for a period of one year, provided that the applicant files a written request for extension not less than 60 days prior to the expiration that specifies good cause for the extension.

Title: TF-Transfer
Wording (WRITTEN COMMITTMENT) 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: TF-Expenses
Wording The applicant shall be responsible for all direct and indirect expenses incurred related to review and compliance with conditions of approval. All fees shall be as authorized by County Ordinance.

Title: TF-Abandonment
Wording (WRITTEN COMMITTMENT) 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: TF-Extensions
Wording Upon written application, prior to the expiration of the 180-day period, the Director 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 Director, 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: TF-Removal
Wording (WRITTEN COMMITMENT) 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.