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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdministrative Report and Exhibits_SD24 Cedar River_16-000861DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Project Location Map Conditional Use Permit Administrative Report FINAL 5 A. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT & DECISION DECISION: APPROVED APPROVED SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS DENIED REPORT DATE: January 19, 2017 Project Name: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (AT&T) Stealth Tower Owner: Seung Sik Paik, 2439 Maple Valley Hwy, Renton, WA 98055 Applicant: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, 16221 NE 72nd Way, Redmond, WA Contact: Jennifer Taylor, Ryka Consulting, 918 Horton Street, #1002, Seattle, WA 98134 File Number: LUA16-000861, CU-A Project Manager: Alex Morganroth, Associate Planner Project Summary: New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC is requesting approval of an Administrative Conditional Use Permit for the installation of a new 59 foot 10 inch tall Stealth Tower designed to imitate the phyical characteristics of a streetlight pole. The four panel antennas and associated cabling would be fully concealed in the tower. The project site has an existing multitenant retail building and an adjacent parking lot that serves businesses in the retail building. Existing wireless communication facility attennas are installed on the eastern edge of the rooftop of the one-story wood frame retail building located at 2439 Maple Valley Hwy (SR 169), the parcel adjacent to the site of the proposed tower. According to a Structural Analysis Report submitted by the applicant, the rooftop supporting the existing telecommunications equipment is insufficient for loading due to structural integrity concerns. The rooftop equipment would be completely removed after the installation of the stealth tower. No changes are proposed for the associated equipment on the east of the building and all cabling connected to the existing rooftop equipment would be removed and rerouted underground to the proposed stealth tower. The parcel is zoned Commercial Office/Residential (COR) and is located within the Urban Design District C. Access to the stealth tower would be provided off of Maple Valley Hwy through the existing parking lot. There are 21 existing parking spaces and no changes are proposed to the existing parking lot or landscaping. Critical areas were mapped on the project site including Geological Hazards and Wellhead Protection Area Zone 1. Project Location: 2439 Maple Valley Road Site Area: 20,620 square feet City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 2 of 13 B. EXHIBITS: The following exhibits were entered into the record: Exhibit 1: Exhibit 2: Staff Report Zoning and Neighborhood Detail Map Exhibit 3: Site Plan Exhibit 4: Elevations Exhibit 5: Exhibit 6: Photo Simulations Colocation Feasibility Analysis Exhibit 7: Geotechnical Report Exhibit 8: WA Department of Fish and Wildlife – Priority Habitat Areas Report Exhibit 9: Structural Analysis of Existing Rooftop Facilities Exhibit 10: Removal Agreement Letter for Existing Equipment Exhibit 11: Example Stealth Tower Designs Exhibit 12: Advisory Notes C. GENERAL INFORMATION: 1. Owner(s) of Record: Sik Paik and Eunsil Seung 2439 Maple Valley Hwy Renton, WA 98055 2. Zoning Classification: Commercial Office Residential (COR) 3. Comprehensive Plan Land Use Designation: Commercial Office Residential 4. Existing Site Use: Parking lot and strip commercial 5. Critical Areas: Regulated Slope, >15% & <=25% Sensitive Slope, >25% & <=40% Seismic Hazard - High Coalmine Hazard - Moderate Wellhead Protection Area - Zone 1 City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 3 of 13 6. Neighborhood Characteristics: a. North: Vacant, Resource Conservation (RC) Zoning District b. East: Single-Family Residential, Commercial Office Residential (COR) Zoning District and Urban Design District C c. South: Multi-Family Residential, Commercial Office Residential (COR) Zoning District and Urban Design District C d. West: Bingo Hall/Club, Commercial Office Residential (COR) Zoning District and Urban Design District C 7. Site Area: 20,620 square feet D. HISTORICAL/BACKGROUND: Action Land Use File No. Ordinance No. Date Comprehensive Plan N/A 5758 06/22/2015 Zoning N/A 5758 06/22/2015 Annexation N/A 1789 09/09/1959 E. PUBLIC SERVICES: 1. Existing Utilities a. Water: Water service is provided by the City of Renton. There is an existing water main in Maple Valley Hwy (SR 169). b. Sewer: Sewer service is provided by the City of Renton. There is an existing sewer main in Maple Valley Hwy (SR 169). c. Surface/Storm Water: There is an existing 12 inch storm water main in Maple Valley Hwy (SR 169). 2. Streets: There are not complete street improvements along the frontage of the site. There is an existing sidewalk with no landscape buffer on the south side of Maple Valley Hwy (SR 169) in front of the project site. 3. Fire Protection: Renton Regional Fire Authority F. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL CODE: 1. Chapter 2 Land Use Districts 1. Section 4-2-020: Purpose and Intent of Zoning Districts 2. Section 4-2-070: Zoning Use Table 2. Chapter 3 Environmental Regulations 1. Section 4-3-050: Critical Area Regulations 3. Chapter 4 Property Development Standards 1. Section 4-4-140: Wireless Communications Facilities 4. Chapter 9 Permits a. Section 4-9-030: Conditional Use Permit 5. Chapter 11 Definitions City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 4 of 13 G. APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: 1. Land Use Element 2. Utilities Element H. FINDINGS OF FACT (FOF): 1. The applicant, New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC, is requesting an Administrative Conditional Use Permit Review for the installation of a wireless facilities that would replace an existing roof-mounted wireless facilities tower on-site. 2. The Planning Division of the City of Renton accepted the above master application for review on November 9, 2016 and determined the application complete on November 17, 2016. The project complies with the 120-day review period. 3. The project site is located at 2439 Maple Valley Hwy (Parcel #1723059140). 4. The project site consists of two parcels. Structures on the site include a multitenant retail building, a wireless facilities equipment enclosure and an enclosed outdoor patio owned by Classics Sports Bar. 5. Access to the site is provided via a driveway off of Maple Valley Hwy. 6. The property is located within the Commercial Office Residential (COR) Comprehensive Plan land use designation. 7. The site is located within the Commercial Office Residential (COR) zoning classification. 8. The majority of the site is impervious surface, including a commercial building and associated parking. There are no trees located on the site. 9. The site is mapped with the following critical areas: Coalmine Hazard – Moderate, Seismic Hazard - High, Regulated Slope >15% and <=25%, Sensitive Slope >25% and <40%, and Wellhead Protection Area Zone 1. 10. The proposal is SEPA exempt, per WAC 197-11-800(24)(a)(ii). 11. No material would be cut on site and no fill is proposed to be brought into the site. 12. The applicant is proposing to begin construction on April 7, 2017 and end on May 19, 2017. 13. Staff received no public or agency comments. 14. Representatives from various city departments have reviewed the application materials to identify and address issues raised by the proposed development. 15. Comprehensive Plan Compliance: The site is designated Commercial Office Residential (COR) on the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map. Lands in the COR designation are intended to evolve from underutilized and vacant to compact, mixed-developments that act as a gateway to the City. The land banking designation is characterized by enhanced master planning and coordinated design that takes advantage of significant amenities and major transportation or transit routes. The proposal is compliant with the following Comprehensive Plan Goals and Policies if all conditions of approval are met: Compliance Comprehensive Plan Analysis  Policy U‐79. Require that the siting and location of telecommunications facilities be accomplished in a manner that minimizes adverse impacts on the environment and adjacent land uses. City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 5 of 13 Staff Comment: See analysis below under FOF 19.a CUP. If conditions of the CUP are met the proposed stealth tower would meet the policy objective.  Policy U‐80. Require wireless communication structures and towers to be designed and site to minimize aesthetic impacts and to be co-located on existing structures and towers wherever possible. Staff Comment: See analysis below under FOF 19.g CUP. If conditions of the CUP are met the proposed stealth tower would meet the policy objective.  Goal L-P: Minimize adverse impacts to natural systems, and address impacts of past practice where feasible, through leadership, policy, regulation, and regional coordination.  Goal L-BB: Maintain a high quality of life as Renton grows by ensuring that new development is designed to be functional and attractive. Staff Comment: See analysis below under FOF 19.a CUP. If conditions of the CUP are met the proposed stealth tower would meet the policy objective.  Goal L-FF: Strengthen the visual identity of Renton and its Community Planning Areas and neighborhoods through quality design and development. Staff Comment: See analysis below under FOF 19.a CUP. If conditions of the CUP are met the proposed stealth tower would meet the policy objective.  Policy L-55: Protect public scenic views and public view corridors, including Renton’s physical, visual and perceptual linkages to Lake Washington and the Cedar River. Staff Comment: See analysis below under FOF 19.a CUP. If conditions of the CUP are met the proposed stealth tower would meet the policy objective. 16. Zoning Development Standard Compliance: The site is located in the Commercial Office Residential (COR) District and the Urban Design District C on the City’s Zoning Map. Land with the COR zoning designation is intended to provide a mix of intensive office, hotel, convention center, and residential activity in a high-quality, master-planned development while remaining integrated with the natural environment. Commercial retail and service uses that are architecturally and functionally integrated are permitted. The scale and intensity of these sites will typically denote a gateway into the City and should be designed accordingly. The purpose of the design requirements in Urban Design District C is to encourage high-quality, pedestrian-scale structures in areas zoned Urban Center (UC) or Commercial Office Residential (COR). Although the design requirements for structures in Urban Design District C are not applicable to wireless communication facilities, the design and siting of new towers or equipment should be compatible with the goals and overall intent of the design regulations. All new wireless communication facilities are required to meet the standards and requirements in RMC 4-4-140 in lieu of the typical development standards based on zoning designation. Compliance Wireless Communication Facility Standards Analysis Compliant if condition of approval is met a. Equipment Shelters/Cabinets: 1. Location - Equipment shelters and cabinets used to house related equipment should be located within buildings or placed underground, unless it is infeasible. 2. Screening - Equipment shelters and cabinets shall be surrounded by a fifteen foot (15') wide sight obscuring landscape buffer around the outside perimeter of required security fencing with a minimum height that is no less than the City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 6 of 13 height of the compound fence at any point. Existing topography, vegetation and other site characteristics may provide relief from the screening requirement 3. Size - The applicant shall provide documentation that the size of any equipment shelters or cabinets is the minimum necessary to meet the provider’s service needs. 4. Generators – i. Architectural integration is required (if applicable). ii. To the extent feasible, generators shall be enclosed along with the related equipment. Similar to equipment shelters, the screening for the generator shall utilize similar building materials, colors, accents, and textures as the primary building; if no buildings exist on site, ensure that the building is designed to blend in with the environment. iii. A screening wall and/or landscaping material shall be required to mitigate visual impacts. iv. Fences shall be constructed of materials that complement and blend in with the surroundings. v. Anti-graffiti finish shall be applied to all solid fences, walls, and gates. vi. A noise analysis shall be required to demonstrate that the generator will operate within allowed noise limits if the generator is the sole power source. Staff Comment: The enclosure is located at the rear of the site and behind the outdoor patio used by patrons of Classics Sport Bar. The cabling connected to the existing roof-mounted antennas would be rerouted underground and connect to the proposed stealth tower. The existing equipment cabinets are enclosed with a wood-slatted chain-link fence and the applicant has not proposed any changes to the size or location of the equipment cabinet. Due to the close proximity to residential uses, high visibility from Maple Valley Hwy, and the requirements in the Design Standards of Urban Design District C, Service Element Location and Design section, higher quality screening materials should be used to help mitigate the visual impact of the equipment enclosure. The addition of landscape screening around the enclosure, as required by RMC 4-4-140.F(1)(a), would also help improve the visual appearance of the enclosure. The applicant may not be able to meet the full landscape screening requirement in RMC 4-4-140.F(1)(a), but should add landscaping around the enclosure to the full extent possible. Therefore, Staff recommends as a condition of approval replacement screening that shall be made of masonry, ornamental metal or wood or some combination of the three, and shall creatively incorporate various landscaping elements to screen the enclosure. A generator is not included in the proposed project. Shall comply using the CUP Criteria below under FOF 19.a b. Maximum Height: The maximum building height permitted in the COR zone is 10 stories and/or 125 ft., or determined through site plan review when the project site is abutting a lot designated as residential. The maximum height of wireless communication facilities is governed by RMC 4-4-140F, which permits a maximum height of 150 feet for stealth towers, if approved through the CUP process. Allowed heights for specific types of stealth facilities shall be determined through the Conditional Use Permit review process. City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 7 of 13 Staff Comment: The height of the proposed stealth tower is 59’ 11”. The proposal complies with the maximum height permitted in the COR zone. The height requirements of RMC 4-4-140F are evaluated below in Conditional Use Permit analysis for height is provided below in FOF 19.a. Shall comply using the CUP Criteria below under FOF 19.a c. Visual Impact: RMC 4-4-140F.3 requires that site location and development preserve the pre-existing character of the surrounding buildings and landscape to the extent consistent with the function of the communications equipment. Towers shall be integrated through location and design to blend in with the existing characteristics of the site to the extent practical. Existing on-site vegetation shall be preserved or improved, and disturbance of the existing topography shall be minimized, unless such disturbance would result in less adverse visual impact to the surrounding area. Towers, antennas and related equipment shall be uniformly painted a non-reflective neutral color that best matches the colors within the immediately surrounding built and natural landscape in order to reduce the contrast between the WCF and the landscape. Staff Comment: The site of the proposed stealth tower is located within an underdeveloped section of land situated between Maple Valley Hwy and the Cedar River. The area contains a mix of commercial and multi-family residential uses. The proposed stealth tower design is intended to disguise the tower as an average streetlight pole. However, the scale of the tower is not consistent with the scale of an average light pole and therefore is not compatible with existing characteristics of the site. The close proximity to Maple Valley Hwy also gives the nearly sixty-foot tall tower a “looming” effect that has a negative visual impact on both the site and surrounding area. See Conditional Use Permit analysis for design is provided below in FOF 19.b, and associated conditions of approval. Compliance not yet demonstrated d. Setbacks: RMC 4-4-140F.4 requires that towers be set back from each property line by a distance equal to the tower height, unless an engineering analysis concludes that a reduced setback is safe for abutting properties and the Administrator determines that a reduced setback is appropriate for the site. Staff Comment: The proposed stealth tower would be located to the west of the existing retail building and the siting would be in close proximity with the existing associated equipment shelter. The tower would be setback 51 feet 8 inches from the front property line (Maple Valley Highway), 12 feet 5 inches from the rear property line, 83 feet 6 inches from the western side property line and 45 feet from the eastern side property line. The dimensions of the project site, with a maximum depth of approximately 67 feet, do not allow for siting of the tower that would meet the required setbacks. Therefore, staff recommends the applicant submit an engineering analysis to ensure the safety of nearby properties as a condition of approval.  e. Maximum Noise Levels: RMC 4-4-140F.5 limits the noise of equipment associated with Wireless Communication Facilities to forty five (45) decibels as measured from the nearest property line on which the facility is located. Staff Comment: The applicant has stated in their project narrative that they do not anticipate any changes in the noise levels. If noise levels exceed the maximum decibel limit, the applicant would be required to bring the proposed facility into compliance with code. City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 8 of 13 Compliance not yet demonstrated e. Fencing: RMC 4-4-040 limits fences within commercial and industrial zoning to a maximum height of 8 feet. In addition, RMC 4-4-140F.6 requires the installation of security fencing coated with a non-reflective neutral fence. Staff Comment: The height of the existing security fence enclosing the associated equipment complies with the City’s adopted fencing requirements. See comments above under FOF16.a, Equipment Shelter/Cabinets, where staff has recommend a condition of approval to replace the existing fencing. The new screening would be required to comply with fence and wall standards of the zone.  f. Lighting: RMC 4-4-140F.7 prohibits the artificial lighting of towers or antennas, unless required by the FAA or other authority. Staff Comment: The proposed stealth tower is designed as a light pole and includes a full cutoff light to illuminate the parking lot. No other light sources will be installed on the tower.  g. Advertising Prohibited: RMC 4-4-140F.8 prohibits the placement of advertising on any part of the Wireless Communication Facility or associated equipment. Staff Comment: The applicant has not proposed any type of advertising to be included on the structure. Compliant if condition of approval is met h. Building Standards: RMC 4-4-140F.9 requires support structures to be constructed so as to meet or exceed the most recent Electronic Industries Association/Telecommunications Industries Association (EIA/TIA) 222 Revision G Standard. Prior to issuance of a building permit the Building Official shall be provided with an engineer’s certification that the support structure’s design meets or exceeds those standards. Staff Comment: A Structural Analysis prepared by B+T Group was submitted with the application. The analysis concluded that the roof structure with the existing equipment installed is structurally insufficient for both the proposed new equipment and the existing equipment. Therefore, staff recommends that the existing equipment be removed prior to the completion of the final construction inspection. The structural integrity of the proposed stealth tower will be evaluated via an engineering analysis at the time of application for the building permit.  i. Radio Frequency Standards: RMC 4-4-140F.10 requires the applicant to ensure that the Wireless Communication Facility will not cause localized interference with the reception of area television or radio broadcasts. Staff Comment: The applicant does not anticipate any inference with the reception of the area television or radio broadcasts and would be required to immediately address any interference issues should they be reported. Shall comply using the CUP Criteria below under FOF 19 j. Stealth Tower Standards: RMC 4-4-140 requires certain types of stealth towers to meet minimum standards that effectively disguise the tower. Staff Comment: The proposed light pole stealth tower is not included in the specific standards identified for stealth towers in RMC 4-4-140. Therefore, the standards for the proposed stealth tower shall be determined on a case-by-case basis by the Administrator through the CUP criteria. See FOF 19 below for analysis related to the proposed light pole stealth tower. City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 9 of 13 17. Design Standards: The site is located within Urban Design District C (RMC 4-3-500). As discussed in FOF 16, the proposed design of the stealth tower should meet the overall intent of the minimum standards and contribute to achieving the overarching goals of the design regulations. See FOF 19.a and FOF 19.b for Conditional Use Permit analyses. 18. Critical Areas: Project sites which contain critical areas are required to comply with the Critical Areas Regulations (RMC 4-3-050). The proposal is consistent with the Critical Areas Regulations, if all conditions of approval are complied with: Compliance not yet demonstrate Geologically Hazardous Areas: The project site is located in a Geologically Hazardous Area including Coalmine Hazard – Moderate, High Landslide, Regulated Slope >25% and <=40%. Due to the presence of these hazards, a geotechnical report was submitted as required by RMC 4-3-050. Staff Comment: A geotechnical report prepared by Adapt Engineering (Exhibit 6) was submitted with the project application. According to the submitted study, the existing topography is slightly sloped to the south towards an existing concrete retaining wall. A subsurface conditions assessment found approximately 1 to 2 inches of asphalt pavement overlaying roughly 6 inches of silty sand with gravel and approximately 2 inches of relic concrete. Below the relic concrete, a combination of loose, poorly grade sand and dense, poorly graded gravel was encountered that extended to the full exploration depth of 41.5 feet bgs. The report did not identify any concerns based on seismic, landslide, or coalmine hazards. Based upon the findings in the geotechnical report, the site is suitable for the installation of a wireless communications structure of similar size to the proposed stealth tower. The report recommends the use of a drilled pier foundation to support the proposed structure. The report also identifies the use of a reinforced concrete mat foundation as a less desirable option should drilling conditions become difficult due to unforeseen bedrock or boulders on the project site. Due to the anticipated smaller size of the stealth tower when constructed based on staff’s recommended conditions of approval, a drilled pier foundation may not be required. Therefore, the applicant shall demonstrate the suitability and safety of the installation method in the engineering analysis report to be submitted with the building permit, as recommended as a condition of approval in FOF 16.d.  Wellhead Protection Areas: The project site is located in a Wellhead Protection Area Zone 1. Staff Comment: The proposed wireless facility is not identified as a prohibited activity in Zone 1 and does not have the potential to significantly impact groundwater quantity or quality. If any fill is proposed to be brought to the site a fill source statement would be required. 19. Conditional Use Analysis: In lieu of the criteria normally evaluated for Conditional Use Permits, the following criteria (RMC 4-9-030E) will be considered in determining whether to issue a Conditional Use Permit for a wireless communication facility. Compliance Conditional Use Analysis for Wireless Facilities a. Height and Design of the Proposed Tower: The maximum height of wireless communication facilities is governed by RMC 4-4-140F, which permits a maximum height of 150 feet for stealth towers, however the allowed height for a specific type of stealth facility shall be determined through he CUP review process. The height of the City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 10 of 13 Compliant if condition of approval is met proposed stealth tower is 59’ 11”. The proposal complies with the maximum height permitted in the COR zone and the maximum height restrictions of RMC 4-4-140F, if approved through a CUP. As proposed, the stealth tower would stand approximately four times higher than the existing low-rise buildings in the immediate area. In addition, the tower would stand approximately twice as high as the closest streetlight poles installed along Maple Valley Hwy, and exceeds the height limits applied to parking lot light poles in RMC 4-4-075E.2, which restricts lights to 25 feet above the ground. Although the proposed tower attempts to replicate the visual qualities of a streetlight pole, the design is not consistent with the look of an average streetlight pole or parking lot light pole. The proposed design has the appearance of a monopole with a street light added on as an afterthought. In order to preserve the existing character of the area and to better integrate the tower into the site, a tower consistent with a parking lot light pole more appropriate to effectively disguise the tower. Therefore, Staff recommends the height of the tower not exceed twenty-five (25) feet when measured from grade. Compliant if condition of approval is met b. Proximity of The Tower to Residential Structures And Residential District Boundaries: The proposed stealth tower would be installed on a site zoned COR . The project site is located in an area intended to be developed into a gateway to the city that promotes high quality construction for commercial, office, and residential uses. Existing residential uses nearby in the COR designation include the Riviera Apartments to the south of the project site and single-family residences east of the project site. The proposed stealth tower would be located approximately 30 feet from the nearest unit in the Rivera Apartments building. Due to the close proximity to adjacent residential uses and potential for the site to be redeveloped with additional residential uses, the stealth tower should be designed to minimize the visual impact of the structure as much as possible. Therefore, staff recommends as a condition of approval that the applicant use a stealth tower design that more closely replicates a street light pole. Examples of existing wireless facilities designed as a street pole are attached as Exhibit 10.  c. Nature of Uses On Adjacent and Nearby Properties: As discussed in FOF 19.b, the proposed stealth tower would be located to the east of the existing commercial building on the adjacent lot and to the north of the Riviera Apartments complex. Stealth towers are designed to blend into an environment in order to lessen the visual impact on nearby uses. Due to the intent of the site zoning designation to provide a mix of building types and uses, many structures or facilities can be appropriate in a COR designated area if high-quality design is used. A tower designed to replicate the look of a streetlight pole, a common structure found near a variety of residential, commercial, and office uses, is appropriate for this area. If the conditions on height and design are met, Staff does not anticipate that the proposed stealth tower would have any significant adverse impacts on the surrounding properties and uses.  d. Topography and Vegetation: No clearing or grading is proposed as a result of this project. There are no existing significant trees located on the project site. Additional vegetation is required to be added to screen the existing equipment shelter, as conditioned above under FOF 16.a.  e. Ingress/Egress: Vehicular access to the project site would be provided via an existing driveway off of Maple Valley Hwy and through the existing parking lot on the site. No changes are proposed to the existing vehicular access to the project site. City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 11 of 13 Compliant if condition of approval is met f. Noise, Light, and Glare: The noise generated by the existing equipment will not change as no changes are proposed within the equipment shelter – the primary source of noise for wireless communication facilities. The stealth tower, designed to replicate a street light, will include a full cutoff light that will increase light levels in the parking but should not be highly noticeable to the adjacent residences due to the multiple streetlights already located nearby. The pole will be painted a non-glare finish. Staff has recommended as a condition of approval that the tower be reduced in height to be consistent with the maximum height permitted for a parking lot light pole, at 25 feet above the ground. The intent of the height limits of the parking lot light poles is to minimize the impact onto adjacent and abutting properties. As such, if the full cutoff light fixtures are utilized and the pole height is reduced per the conditions of approval impacts of light and glare are not anticipated to be above what would be permitted in the COR zone. Compliant if condition of approval is met g. Colocation Feasibility: The applicant submitted satisfactory evidence that no existing tower or support structure can accommodate the proposed equipment relocation. An existing utility pole nearby with T-Mobile equipment has limited space for additional antennas due to separation requirements between various antennas. In addition, there are no existing towers within 0.5 miles from the project site and there is limited wireless service in the immediate vicinity. A colocation feasibility analysis is attached as Exhibit 6. Due to steady growth and development near the project site and the ever-increasing demand for cellular data, the need for new or upgraded cellular equipment is likely to grow. In order to provide an opportunity for the future colocation, new wireless towers should be designed so to allow for the coloration of new equipment in the future. Therefore, Staff recommends that the proposed stealth tower incorporate space to allow for future colocation efforts as a condition of approval.  j. Consistency With Plans And Regulations: As previously discussed above under FOF 15 and 16 the proposed installation of the new stealth tower is consistent with the City’s adopted Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and RMC 4-4-140 Wireless Communication Facilities regulations provided the conditions of approval is complied with. Compliant if conditions of approval are met k. Landscaping: The existing equipment does not employ any type of landscape screening and the applicant has not proposed any landscaping on the project site. As previously discussed in FOF 16.a, the addition of landscape around the equipment enclosure would bring the enclosure closer into compliance with current code. In addition, adding landscaping elements that help screen the enclosure would minimize the visual impact of the existing enclosure and will benefit the residents of the nearby Riviera Apartments that face the equipment. Therefore, staff recommends the applicant be required to submit landscape plan for the site that incorporates screening elements as a condition of approval. I. CONCLUSIONS: 1. The subject site is located in the Commercial Office Residential (COR) Comprehensive Plan designation and complies with the goals and policies established with this designation if conditions of approval are met, see FOF 6. NEIGHBORHOOD DETAIL MAP N DRIVING DIRECTIONSPROJECT INFORMATIONCEDAR RIVERSD2410097913CONTACT INFORMATION2439 SE MAPLEVALLEY HWYRENTON, WA 98055mobilityLOCAL MAPDRAWING INDEXBUILDING CODE COMPLIANCEmobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102T-1GENERAL NOTESLEGAL DESCRIPTIONPROPRIETARY INFORMATION11"x17" PLOT WILL BE HALF SCALE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED09-13-16 213mobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102GN-109-13-16 1mobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102GN-209-13-16 mobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102C-1PARCEL 1723059140 LEGAL DESCRIPTION09-13-16 mobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102C-209-13-16 mobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102C-309-13-16 mobility520 South Main Street, Suite 2531Akron, OH 44311330.572.2100 Fax: 330.572.2102C-409-13-16 SD24 Coverage with Neighbors – Current RC 20’ SD24 Coverage with Neighbors – New RC 56’ SD24 Standalone Coverage – Current RC 20’ SD24 Standalone Coverage – New RC 56’ Tower Search Results (antennasearch.com) Map shows ½ mile radius from site SOURCE DATASET:WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFEPRIORITY HABITATS AND SPECIES REPORTREPORT DATE:P161102111335PHSPlusPublic11/02/2016 11.13Query ID:Priority AreaCommon NameAccuracySource EntityOccurrence TypeResolutionNotesSource DateSite NamePHS Listing StatusScientific Name Source DatasetState StatusMgmt RecommendationsMore Information (URL)Sensitive DataFederal StatusGeometry TypeSource RecordDISCLAIMER. 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WDFW does not recommend using reports more thansix months old.11/02/2016 11.131No priority species found in project area WDFW Test Map Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/AirbusDS, USDA, USGS, AeroGRID, IGN, and the GIS User CommunityPHS Report Clip AreaPTLNAS MAPPEDSECTIONQTR-TWPTOWNSHIPNovember 2, 20160 0.3 0.60.15mi0 0.55 1.10.275 km1:19,842 Biodiversity Areas and Corridor Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife - Priority Habitat Areas September 11, 2015 Ms. Andy Pereira B+T Group Ryka Communications, LLC 1717 S. Boulder, Suite 300 918 S. Horton St., Ste 1002 Tulsa, OK 74119 Seattle, WA 98134 (918) 587-4630 (206) 523-1941 btwo@btgrp.com Subject: Structural Analysis Carrier Designation: Carrier Site Number: 11566-A Carrier Site Name: Cedar River Ryka Communication, Designation: Site Number: SD24 Site Name: Cedar River Engineering Firm Designation: B+T Group Project Number: 90141.002.01a Site Data: 2439 Southeast Maple Valley Highway, Renton, WA, King County Latitude 47.47750°, Longitude -122.18694° Rooftop Mounted Antennas at 20’ Dear Andy Pereira, B+T Group is pleased to submit this “Structural Analysis” to determine the structural integrity of the above mentioned rooftop supported telecommunications site. The purpose of the analysis is to determine acceptability of the existing rooftop and building to sufficiently support the telecommunications equipment presented in this report. Based on our analysis we have determined the suitability for the structure and foundation, under the following load case, to be: Existing + Proposed Equipment Insufficient Capacity Note: See Table 1 and Table 2 for the proposed and existing loading, respectively. Requires Modification design for Antenna mounting frame The analysis has been performed in accordance with the Seattle Building Code, the ASCE 7 standard, and the 2012 IBC based upon a wind speed of 110 mph 3-second gust. All equipment proposed in this report shall be installed in accordance with the drawings for the determined available structural capacity to be effective. We at B+T Group appreciate the opportunity of providing our continuing professional services to you and Ryka communications. If you have any questions or need further assistance on this or any other projects please give us a call. Respectfully submitted by: B+T Engineering, Inc. Nabin Maharjan. E.I. John W. Kelly, P.E., S.E. Project Engineer Vice President Stealth Tower Design Examples ADVISORY NOTES TO APPLICANT LUA16-000861 November 09, 2016 Name: SD24 Cedar River Application Date:2439 Maple Valley Hwy Renton, WA 98057-3902 Site Address: PLAN - Planning Review - Land Use Version 1 | Page 1 of 1Ran: January 18, 2017 City of Renton Department of Community & Economic Development Administrative Report & Decision NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS LUA16-000861 January 19, 2017 Page 13 of 13 2439 Maple Valley Hwy Renton, WA 98055 16221 NE 72nd Way RTC 3 Redmond, WA 98052 918 S Horton St #1002 Seattle, WA 98134 TRANSMITTED this 19th day of January, 2017 to the Parties of Record: None TRANSMITTED this 19th day of January, 2017 to the following: Chip Vincent, CED Administrator Brianne Bannwarth, Development Engineering Manager Vanessa Dolbee, Current Planning Manager Amanda Askren, Property and Technical Services Manager Jennifer Henning, Planning Director Fire Marshal K. LAND USE ACTION APPEALS, REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION, & EXPIRATION: The administrative land use decision will become final if the decision is not appealed within 14 days of the decision date. APPEAL: This administrative land use decision will become final if not appealed in writing to the Hearing Examiner on or before 5:00 PM on February 2nd, 2017. An appeal of the decision must be filed within the 14- day appeal period (RCW 43.21.C.075(3); WAC 197-11-680), together with the required fee to the Hearing Examiner, City of Renton, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. RMC 4-8-110.B governs appeals to the Hearing Examiner and additional information regarding the appeal process may be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, (425) 430-6510. EXPIRATION: The Conditional Use Permit decision will expire two (2) years from the date of decision. A single two (2) year extension may be requested pursuant to RMC 4-9-030. RECONSIDERATION: Within 14 days of the decision date, any party may request that the decision be reopened by the approval body. The approval body may modify his decision if material evidence not readily discoverable prior to the original decision is found or if he finds there was misrepresentation of fact. After review of the reconsideration request, if the approval body finds sufficient evidence to amend the original decision, there will be no further extension of the appeal period. Any person wishing to take further action must file a formal appeal within the 14-day appeal time frame. THE APPEARANCE OF FAIRNESS DOCTRINE: provides that no ex parte (private one-on-one) communications may occur concerning the land use decision. The Doctrine applies not only to the initial decision, but to Appeals to the Hearing Examiner as well. All communications after the decision/approval date must be made in writing through the Hearing Examiner. All communications are public record and this permits all interested parties to know the contents of the communication and would allow them to openly rebut the evidence in writing. Any violation of this doctrine could result in the invalidation of the appeal by the Court.