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ORDINANCE N0. 5746
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, AMENDING
SECTIONS 4-2-060, 4-2-080, 4-2-110, 4-2-120 AND 4-2-130 OF CHAPTER 2,
ZONING DISTRICTS — USES AND STANDARDS, SECTIONS 4-4-095 AND 4-4-140
OF CHAPTER 4, CITY-WIDE PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, SECTION 4-
9-030 OF CHAPTER 9, PERMITS—SPECIFIC, AND SECTION 4-11-230 OF CHAPTER
11, DEFINITIONS, OF TITLE IV (DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS) AND SECTION 5-
19-5 OF CHAPTER 19, TELECOMMUNICATIONS LICENSES AND FRANCHISES, OF
TITLE V (FINANCE AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS) OF THE RENTON MUNICIPAL
CODE, AMENDING THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES REGULATIONS.
WHEREAS,the City recognizes that structures, such as wireless communication facilities,
can have adverse impacts on abutting properties, public rights-of-way, and detract from the
aesthetics of the City's landscape; and
WHEREAS, current development regulations do not provide sufficient standards to
mitigate adverse impacts caused by wireless communication facilities; and
WHEREAS,the City sets revised standards for wireless communication facilities; and
WHEREAS, this matter was referred to the Planning Commission for consideration, and
the matter was considered by the Planning Commission, and the text amendment requests
being in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan, as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on November 5, 2014, and
considered all relevant matters, and all parties were heard appearing in support or in
opposition;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RENTON, WASHINGTON, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION I. Subsection 4-2-060.13, Wireless Communication Facilities, of Chapter 2,
Zoning Districts — Uses and Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of the Renton
Municipal Code, is amended as shown on Attachment A.
SECTION II. Subsections 4-2-080.A.44, 4-2-080.A.45, 4-2-080.A.47 and 4-2-080.A.49,
of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts — Uses and Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of
the Renton Municipal Code, are amended as follows:
44. If the gthan-^v,Te,-rarrcrFca-feet-moi c^c�it
ped Reserved.
45. if the seet-haek is than R-Re hund-red feet (100') fFeFR any adja6eAt
peFFRit ,S ed Reserved.
47. Monopoles are prohibited if located within three hundred feet
(300') of residentially zoned property, unless the Gemmunity and Eeene ^�^
Developme + Administrator determines that all residentially zoned property
within three hundred feet (300') of the proposed facility is undevelopable due to
RMC 4-3-050, eCritical aAreas -FRegulations (RIVIG ^ 3 ^
must- be 69AStFUeted en PFGpeFty wheFe—WiFeless eemmunieatien suppeFt
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49. €meFgeney eF Feutine—anedifeeations—aFe peFfflitted when theFe is
PA.A.Mal Aff ne angeOR the visual appeaFanee,as detefflAined by the
Reserved.
SECTION III. The Maximum Height for Wireless Communications Facilities subsection,
of the subsection entitled Building Standards, in subsection 4-2-110.C, Development Standards
for Residential Manufactured Home Park Zoning Designation, of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts —
Uses and Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is
amended as shown below. The rest of the subsection shall remain as currently codified.
Maximum Height for See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406.
Wireless Communication
Facilities
SECTION IV. The Maximum Height for Wireless Communications Facilities subsection,
of the subsection entitled Height, in subsection 4-2-120.A, Development Standards for
Commercial Zoning Designations, of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts— Uses and Standards, of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is amended as shown below. The
rest of the subsection shall remain as currently codified.
Maximum Height for See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406.
Wireless Communication
Facilities
SECTION V. The Maximum Height for Wireless Communications Facilities subsection,
of the subsection entitled Height, in subsection 4-2-120.13, Development Standards for
Commercial Zoning Designations, of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts— Uses and Standards, of Title IV
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(Development Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is amended as shown below. The
rest of the subsection shall remain as currently codified.
Maximum Height for See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406.
Wireless Communication
Facilities
SECTION VI. The Maximum Height for Wireless Communications Facilities subsection,
of the subsection entitled Height, in subsection 4-2-120.E, Development Standards for
Commercial Zoning Designations, of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts— Uses and Standards, of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is amended as shown below. The
rest of the subsection shall remain as currently codified.
Maximum Height for See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406.
Wireless Communication
Facilities
SECTION VII. The Maximum Height for Wireless Communications Facilities subsection,
of the subsection entitled Height, in subsection 4-2-130.A, Development Standards for
Industrial Zoning Designations, of Chapter 2, Zoning Districts — Uses and Standards, of Title IV
(Development Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is amended as shown below. The
rest of the subsection shall remain as currently codified.
Maximum Height for See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406. See RMC 4-4-1406.
Wireless Communication
Facilities
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SECTION VIII. Subsection 4-4-095.E, Roof-Top Equipment, of Chapter 4, City-Wide
Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of the Renton
Municipal Code, is amended as follows:
E. ROOF-TOP EQUIPMENT:
All operating equipment located on the roof of any building shall be enclosed
so as to be screened from public view, exelg— eleEe�aies
Wit. Subject to the Administrator's discretion, s-shielding shall consist of
the following:
1. New Construction: Roof wells, clerestories, or parapets, walls, solid
fencing, or other similar solid, nonreflective barriers or enclosures as '^+^FFM^
by the AdFAiAiStFatGF W meet the intent of this reqWiFeffient.
2. Additions to Existing Buildings: Where the existing roof structure
cannot safely support the required screening, or where the integrity of the
existing roof will be compromised by the screening, the Administrator may
allth9FOze require painting of the equipment to match the approximate color of
the background against which the equipment is viewed, or an equivalent
nonstructural method to reduce visibility.
SECTION IX. Section 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities, of Chapter 4, City-
Wide Property Development Standards, of Title IV (Development Regulations) of the Renton
Municipal Code, is amended as follows:
4-4-140 WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES:
A. PURPOSE:
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The purposes of this ISsection are is-to: establish g al g idel:~^S fA-r +"^
Sitkl., 9f „less +a,,.,- f.,e"itc„ ineluding+„ s and an+„RRa
1. Provide a variety of locations and options for wireless communication
providers while minimizing the unsightly characteristics associated with wireless
communication facilities;
2. Encourage creative approaches in locating and designing wireless
communication facilities that blend in with the surroundings of such facilities;
3. Provide standards that comply with the Telecommunications Act of
1996 ("the Telecommunications Act"); the provisions of this section are not
intended to and shall not be interpreted to prohibit or have the effect of
prohibiting personal wireless services as defined in the Telecommunications Act;
and
4. Administer the provisions of this section in such a manner as to not
unreasonably discriminate between providers of functionally equivalent personal
wireless services, as defined in the Telecommunications Act.
B. GOALS:
1.Fer-Commercial Wireless Facilities:
a. Encourage the location of towers in nonresidential areas and
minimize the total number of towers throughout the community;
b. Encourage StFengly the joint-use of new and existing towersi sides;
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c. . Encourage users of towers and antennas to locate them, to the
extent feasible pessib4e, in areas where the adverse impact on the community is
significantly minimized mai;
d. Encourage users of towers and antennas to configure them in a
way that minimizes the adverse visual impact of the towers and antennas; and
e. Enhance the ability of the providers of telecommunications services
to provide such services to the community quickly, effectively, and efficiently.
2. Amateur Radio Antennas: The goals of this §ion are to ensure
the interests of neighboring property owners are considered while reasonably
accommodating amateur radio communications so as to comply with applicable
Federal law. These regulations are not intended to preclude amateur radio
communications.
th-at are Six feet (6') OF less On height BF fFeestanding veneeal FRenepele afflateUF
. te-A..-.-that a e fent'five feet (45') e. less in heig4w.
B.C. n00e1AIi-STERI G APPLICABILITY AND 01FORGING AUTHORITY:
The Ge„.,... unity and Eeeeemie Deyelepment A.dMiAiStFate.- i sib fe.
the gee aI ,d-Miei-stratien- -ARd--G-eerdinatienefthis seet No person shall
place, construct, reconstruct or modify a wireless communication facility within
the City without an Administrator issued permit, except as provided by this Title
or chapter 5-19 RMC, and a Building Official issued permit. The Administrator
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shall have discretion to approve or deny elements of a WCF where standards
Provide flexibility or subjectivity; the same discretion is given to the Hearing
Examiner for applications requiring a public hearing.
D. COLLOCATION REQUIRED:
1. Evaluation of Existing Support Structures: No new support structure
shall be permitted unless the applicant demonstrates to the Administrator's
satisfaction that no existing tower or support structure can accommodate the
applicant's proposed WCF. Evidence submitted to demonstrate that an existing
tower or structure cannot accommodate the applicant's proposed antenna may
consist of any of the following:
a. No existing towers or structures are located within the geographic
area required to meet the applicant's engineering requirements.
b. Existing towers or structures are not of sufficient height to meet
the applicant's engineering requirements.
c. Existing towers or structures do not have sufficient structural
strength to support the applicant's proposed antenna and related equipment.
d. The applicant's proposed antenna would cause electromagnetic
interference with the antenna on the existing towers or structures, or the
antenna on the existing towers or structures would cause interference with the
applicant's proposed antenna.
e. The fees, costs, or contractual provisions required by the owner in
order to share an existing tower or structure or to adapt an existing tower or
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structure for sharing are unreasonable. Costs exceeding new tower development
are presumed to be unreasonable.
f. The applicant demonstrates that there are other limiting factors
that render existing towers and structures unsuitable.
2. Cooperation of Providers in Collocation Efforts: A permittee shall
cooperate with other providers in collocating additional antennas on support
structures provided the proposed collocators have received a building permit for
such use at the site from the City. A permittee shall exercise good faith in
collocating with other providers and sharing the permitted site, provided such
shared use does not give rise to a substantial technical level of impairment of the
ability to provide the permitted use (i.e., a significant interference in broadcast
or reception capabilities as opposed to a competitive conflict or financial
burden). Such good faith shall include sharing technical information to evaluate
the feasibility of collocation. In the event a dispute arises as to whether a
permittee has exercised good faith in accommodating other users, the City may
require a third-party technical study at the expense of either or both the
applicant and permittee.
3. Reasonable Efforts: All applicants shall demonstrate reasonable efforts
in developing a collocation alternative for their proposal.
f-C-3M M reRQAI ADDI IP'AIUTC.
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7 The Gi+.r EBRing FequiFements .+,. r.+ n r.hihi+ r.r h-.rr. +hr. ..ffr.r+ of
pFeh:h:+:ng the p of wireless;t,lege. ....-Unieations r
A Thr, P':+.r FR ,r•+ art ..,:thin ; Feasen ,hl., ., r,rd .,f +i..+., ., r,r+r f.,r
it A rder•isien by the City denying a Fequest feF n n +r. :nr+-.11 r.r
C If pipi ; +r.lr.r•r..„.. un eatiens faeffili+.r Fneets teehnieal r..v.:ssi9Rs
3ta14aturaTSet by the FCC, it iS pFesuFned Scan. The City Fnay et .deny a est to
69AStr„e+ a faeili+.r ..n r FebinrdS that i+r• ra dir. frr.quenr..r eFAissiens we---Id- be
to the .. ..n+ er the health of r s* dents :f these emisseeRs meet
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E. ALTERATION OF EXISTING TOWER:
1. Minor Alteration: Proposed collocations and/or modifications to a
lawfully existing tower, excluding other support structures, that do not
substantially change the physical dimensions of the WCF shall be a minor
alteration and exempt from Site Plan Review. "Substantially change the physical
dimensions" means:
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a. Height: A collocation and/or modification that would increase the
overall height of the WCF by more than ten percent (10%), or by twenty feet
(20'), whichever is greater;
b. Width: A collocation and/or modification that would add an
appurtenance to the body of the tower that would protrude from the edge of
the tower by more than twenty feet (20'), or more than the width of the tower
at the level of the appurtenance, whichever is greater; and
c. Compound Expansion: Expansion of a WCF's compound
necessitated by the proposed installation of more than four (4) new equipment
cabinets or more than one (1) new equipment shelter. An expansion of a
compound necessitated by a minor alteration shall not constitute a major
alteration; however, the compound expansion shall be the minimum necessary
to accommodate the alteration.
2. Maior Alteration: Any change that is not a minor alteration is a maior
alteration.
3. Original Dimensions: An increase in height and/or width of a WCF due
to a collocation and/or modification shall be measured against the dimensions of
the originally approved WCF.
4. Applicable Standards: Each collocation and modification shall adhere
to this section's standards; however, height limitations specified in this section
shall not be enforced if RMC 4-4-140.E.1.a, Height, allows an increase in height.
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S. Review Time Period: Requests for minor alterations, as described in
this subsection, shall be reviewed within ninety (90) days.
F. STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL TYPES OF WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES:
1. Equipment Shelt ersL-GF-Ca bi nets:
a. Location: AceesseFY Equipment shelters and cabinets faces used
to house %vire'^« e-emmunweatieR related equipment
should be located within buildings or placed underground, unless it is when
pessi#4e infeasible. However, in those cases where it can be demonstrated by
the applicant that the equipment cannot be located in buildings or underground,
equipment shelters or cabinets shall be screened an to the
Administrator's satisfaction ef the AdFRiRi5tFatGF.
b. L.'.M.Il.I.api ft and Screening: Landseaping fewEquipment
shelters and cabinets '^e-a+^d An pFivate " shall inelude a FAinimum
fef*^^^ ^^+ (IS') be surrounded by a sight-obscuring landscape buffer with a
continuous minimum height of fifteen feet (15'); however, existing topography,
vegetation and other site characteristics may provide relief from the screening
requirement. The required landscaped areas shall include an automated
irrigation system, unless the applicant is able to justify an exception to this
requirement to the Administrator's satisfaction. around- the—eEEessO;Y
equipment faeolity. AeeesseFy Related equipment facilities located on the roof of
any building need not be landscaped but shall be enelese: screened on all sides
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in a manner that complements and blends with the surroundings so as to be
shielded from view. Ae^^«^F•• equipment leea`ed eA PUI946 Fight of way shall be
�ci cciii a crd Fl dTA r I a nc+3 capccTaTvcccrFl1 Fned Tsy-t hlri•icrcrcrn thre, the
...;, ^ "^^^ ••«^� Related equipment facilities shall
not be enclosed with exposed metal surfaces.
c. Size: The applicant est shall provide documentation that the size
of any aeeeSseF equipment shelters or cabinets is the minimum pessible
necessary to meet the provider's service needs. The area of the compound may
be greater than is necessary in order to accommodate future collocations, but
the area reserved for future equipment shelters/cabinets shall be the minimum
necessary for the documented WCF capacity.
d. 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.
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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.
2. Maximum Height: All wireless communication facilities shall comply
with RMC 4-3-020, Airport Related Height and Use Restrictions, as well as the
height limitation of the applicable zoning district, except as follows:
a. Monopole I: Less than sixty feet (60') for all zones. Antennas may
extend sixteen feet (16') above the Monopole I support structure.
b. Monopole II: No more than thirty-five feet (35') higher than the
maximum height for the applicable zoning district, or one hundred fifty feet
(150'), whichever is less. Antennas may extend sixteen feet (16') above the
Monopole II support structure.
c. Stealth Towers: The maximum allowed height of a stealth tower
shall be one hundred fifty feet (150'); however, the allowed height for a specific
type of stealth facility shall be determined through the Conditional Use Permit
review process and the standards of this section.
d. Rooftop WCF: Concealed and/or camouflaged WCFs erected on a
rooftop may extend up to sixteen feet (16') above the allowed zone height.
2,3. Visual Impact: Site location and development shall preserve the pre-
existing character of the surrounding buildings and landscape uses and the zeHe
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t to the extent consistent with the function of the communications
equipment. `"' ^'^« e^w.....unweatie, 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 Vf the site 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.
4. Setbacks: Towers shall 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.
&5. Maximum Noise Levels: No equipment shall be operated so as to
produce noise in levels above forty-five (45) dB decibels as measured from the
nearest property line on which the as wireless communication facility is
located. Operation of a back-up power generator in the event of power failure or
the testing of a back-up generator between eight o'clock (8:00) a.m. and nine
o'clock (9:00) p.m. are exempt from this standard. No testing of back-up
generators shall occur between the hours of nine o'clock (9:00) p.m. and eight
o'clock (8:00) a.m.
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4,6. Fencing: Security fencing, if used, shall be required and shall be
painted or coated with a non-reflective neutral color. Fencing shall comply with
the requirements listed in RMC 4-4-040, Fences and Hedges.
fi.7. Lighting: Towers or antennas shall not be artificially lighted, unless
required by the FAA or other applicable authority. If lighting is required, the
Administrator may review the available lighting alternatives
and approve the design that would cause the least disturbance to the
surrounding views. Security lighting for the equipment shelters or cabinets and
other on-the-ground ancillary equipment is also permitted, as long as it is
appropriately down shielded to keep light within the boundaries of the site
compound.
6,8.Advertising Prohibited: No lettering, symbols, images, or trademarks
large enough to be legible to occupants of vehicular traffic on any abutting
roadway shall be placed on or affixed to any part of a WCF
tower, antenna array or antenna, other than as required by FCC regulations
regarding tower registration or other applicable law. Antenna arrays May be
designed and approved to be located on or within pFeyiewsly appFeved signs or
billboards as a stealth tower, or a concealed or camouflaged WCF, shall not be
construed to be in violation of this prohibition vVith^.,+ a'+^.-.,+:^r ^f+"^ existing
749. Building Standards: eiess eewnmuniEatiee—sSupport structures
shall be constructed so as to meet or exceed the most recent Electronic
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Industries Association/Telecommunications Industries Association (EIA/TIA) 222
Revision G Standard entitled: "Structural Standards for Steel Antenna Towers
and Antenna Supporting Structures" (or equivalent), as it may be updated or
amended. 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.
8.10. Radio Frequency Standards: The applicant shall ensure that the
wireless communication facility (WCF) will not cause localized interference with
the reception of area television or radio broadcasts. If- the City finds
that the WCF interferes with such reception, and if such interference is not
remedied within thirty (30) calendar days, the City may revoke or modify a
building and/or conditional use permit.
9, special—ReqUiFeMewts far EquipmeRt ghelt Fs/G Mints ivith in the
Publie Right of Way; All equipment and eabinets within a PUbliG Fight ef way aFe
subjeet t6 the aPPFOVal "f the-8eyele mrent SeFYiees Di -and- hall be as
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antenFias v0hieh ;.A.411 have height -;;Rd- eitheir applueable standaMs deterFRORPPI
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with the we with moFA TT' TulaF p w.;tted FegulaF peFFRitted
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W iFeless WiFeless
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calculated a5 paFt calculated as p
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6 feet. 10 feet. 16 feet. 16 feet. 16 feet. 16 feet.
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building, e building, pele building, pole
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SCand'aFds. A minamu R A mom'n'mr'v'm
A FRInFRitFRn landscaping aF landscaping
landscaping of 15 feet shall h.e of!S feet shall be
m-ca-of 15 cFeqUiFed Fc ri'Fc�
shall be SUFFeunding4he SUFFeunding the
requiFed facility,9F facility,e
aarrva n d i n6 QquiyalCRc equivalent
thefacility, SC{eening as SeFeeningS
equivalent appFeved by
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sh-.I�elude FegU..rodtFeesed aFe 'r.'p,ayl�,,.rp,,�,,,d ,,,,,,,,
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G. CONCEALED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY STANDARDS:
Additions or modifications to buildings shall complement the existing design,
bulk, scale, and symmetry of the building, and minimize the addition of bulk and
clutter. Concealed WCFs shall adhere to the following standards:
1. Building Addition: All antennas shall be fully concealed within a
structure that is architecturally compatible with the existing building. Roof top
additions shall be concealed on all sides.
2. Related Equipment: The related equipment shall be completely
concealed inside a structure or inside an underground vault. Concrete masonry
unit (CMU) walls and prefabricated facilities do not meet the intent of a
Concealed WCF. Equipment enclosures shall be designed to be compatible with
the existing building/structure.
3. Materials: Fiberglass reinforced plastic or radio frequency
transparent materials may be used to screen and integrate a WCF with an
existing building. Visible transition lines between the old and new surfaces are
prohibited.
4. Architectural Elements: New architectural features such as columns,
pilasters, corbels, or other ornamentation that conceal antennas may be used if
it complements the architecture of the existing building.
5. Residential Buildings: Wireless Communication Facilities shall not be
located on residential buildings except for multi-family structures constructed
pursuant to the International Building Code as an occupancy group R-2, which
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may serve as a support structure if the interior wall or ceiling immediately
abutting the facility is an unoccupied residential space (e.g., stairwells, elevator
shafts, mechanical rooms, etc.).
H. CAMOUFLAGED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITY STANDARDS:
Additions or modifications to buildings shall complement the existing design,
bulk, scale, and symmetry of the building, and minimize the addition of bulk and
clutter. Camouflaged WCFs shall adhere to the following standards:
1. Architectural Integration: Antennas may be mounted to the sides of
a building if the antennas do not interrupt the building's architectural theme.
a. When feasible, camouflaged WCF's shall employ a symmetrical,
balanced design for all facade mounted antennas. The first provider on a
structure will dictate the antenna length, width, and placement. All succeeding
applications will be required to ensure consistency and symmetry in placing
antennas on the structure's exterior.
b. When feasible, interruption of architectural lines or horizontal or
vertical reveals is prohibited.
2. Materials:
a. Mounting Hardware: Utilize the smallest mounting brackets
necessary in order to provide the smallest offset from the building.
b. Concealment: Utilize skirts or shrouds on the sides and bottoms
of antennas in order to conceal mounting hardware, create a cleaner
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appearance, and minimize the visual impact of the antennas. Exposed cabling is
prohibited.
c. Paint: Paint and texture antennas to match the adiacent building
surfaces.
3. Antennas•
a. Antennas shall be no longer or wider than the facade on which
they are proposed.
b. When panel antennas are unscreened, they shall be mounted no
more than twelve inches (12") from the building facade.
c. No exposed mounting apparatus shall remain on a building facade
without the associated antennas.
4. Residential Buildings: Wireless Communication Facilities shall not be
located on residential buildings except for multi-family structures constructed
pursuant to the International Building Code as an occupancy group R-2, which
may serve as a support structure if the interior wall or ceiling immediately
abutting the facility is an unoccupied residential space (e.g., stairwells, elevator
shafts, mechanical rooms, etc.).
I. STEALTH TOWER STANDARDS:
The following standards for each type of stealth tower are the minimum
necessary to meet the intent of effectively disguising the tower. Standards for
types of stealth towers not identified within this subsection will be determined
on a case-by-case basis by the Administrator through the Conditional Use Permit
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criteria pursuant to RMC 4-9-030.E, Decision Criteria — Wireless Communication
Facilities.
1. Faux Trees:
a. Location: Faux trees shall be located within one hundred feet
(100') of existing trees, unless photo simulations show, to the Administrator's
satisfaction, that the proposed faux tree would be appropriate for the site.
b. Height: The faux tree may exceed the average height of nearby
trees by no more than twenty percent (20%) or thirty feet (30'), whichever is
greater.
c. Authenticity: Faux trees shall replicate the shape, structure, and
color of live trees common to the area. Plans shall provide detailed specifications
regarding the number and spacing of branches, bark, foliage, and colors. All faux
trees shall incorporate a sufficient number of branches (no less than three (3)
branches per linear foot of height) and design materials (e.g., faux bark) so that
the structure appears as natural in appearance as feasible. Branches shall not be
required for the lowest twenty feet (20') of the trunk.
d. Concealment:
i. All cables and antennas shall be painted to match the color of
the trunk.
ii. Antenna socks are mandatory for all antennas (and similar
components) located on a faux tree.
2. Flagpoles:
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a. Location and Height: The height, diameter and location of the
flagpole shall be compatible with the surrounding area, as determined by the
Administrator. The flagpole shall be tapered in order to maintain the appearance
of an authentic flagpole.
b. Authenticity: Flags shall comply with the U.S. Flag Code. Allowed
flags include national, state, county and municipal flags properly displayed. In
addition, one (1) corporate or institutional flag may be properly displayed at
each site.
c. Concealment: Antennas shall be enclosed within the pole or a
radome. If a radome is used, it shall have a diameter no greater than one
hundred fifty percent (150%) of the diameter of the pole at the height where the
radome will be mounted. The length of the radome shall not be greater than
one-third (1/3) of the height of the proposed light pole. All cables shall be routed
directly from the ground up through the pole. Cable coverings are prohibited.
3. Sports Field Lights:
a. Location and Height: Utilization of an existing or replacement
sports field light as a WCF support structure shall only be permitted on sites
where a sports field exists. The height, diameter and location of the sports field
light(s) shall be compatible with the surrounding area, as determined by the
Administrator.
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b. Authenticity: Sports field lights shall be uniform (style, height,
etc.) with the exception of the WCF. The sports field lights shall provide
consistent illumination for the sports field.
c. Concealment:
L Antennas shall be no more than twenty feet (20') above the
light source.
ii. All cables shall be routed directly from the ground up through
the pole. Cable coverings are prohibited.
iii. Paint antennas and mounting apparatus the same color as the
pole.
4. Freestanding Signs:
a. Sign Permit Required: Towers replicating a sign shall be subject to
RMC 4-4-100, Sign Regulations, and a separate sign permit shall be required.
b. Concealment:
L All antennas shall be completely screened by the facade of the
sign or by fiberglass reinforced plastic or radio frequency transparent materials.
ii. All cables and conduit to and from the sign shall be routed from
underneath the foundation up into the pole. Cable coverings may be allowed in
limited circumstances in situations where they are minimally visible and
designed to integrate with the sign.
J. APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: In addition to application
materials and information required pursuant to RMC 4-8-120.C,Table 4-8-120C—
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Land Use Permit Submittal Requirements, the following materials are the
minimum required to complete a review of any WCF, other than an alteration
pursuant to RMC 4-4-140.E.1, Minor Alteration. Additional materials and
information may be required.
1. Technical Analysis:
a. Site Justification Letter: This report shall justify the need or
requirement for the proposed WCF location and design. An analysis of other
available sites shall be included as well as determination as to why these sites
were not selected.
b. Justification Map: A map identifying the zoning districts, search
area, alternative sites, the selected site, and all existing and approved WCFs
within a one half(1/2) mile radius.
c. Coverage Map: Map(s) identifying the proposed target coverage
that illustrate the coverage prior to and after the installation.
d. Noise Report: For projects proposed adjacent to residential uses
when generators, air conditioning units, or other noise-generating devices are
utilized.
2. Photo Simulations: Photo simulations shall be required with each plan
set. The photo simulations shall illustrate the proposed WCF from at least four
(4) vantage points and show the existing view (without the proposed WCF) and
proposed view (with the proposed WCF) from each vantage point.
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3. Method of Attachment/Cabling: Dimensioned details shall be
provided of antennas and mounting hardware used to attach the antennas to
the structure.
4. Visual Mitigation: Any concealment/integration techniques proposed
shall be fully explained, illustrated and detailed.
f.K. OBSOLESCENCE AND REMOVAL:
Any wireless communications facility
fae+lity that is no longer needed or is not operational and its use is di..eenti..,,
shall be reported immediately by the service provider to the Administrator.
Discontinued facilities or facilities that are in disrepair, as determined by the
Administrator, shall be decommissioned and removed by the facility owner
within six (6) months of the date it ceases to be operational,^r ifthe fae- li+.,falls
and the site shall be restored to its pre-existing condition. The
Administrator may approve an extension of an additional six (6) months if good
cause is demonstrated by the facility owner.
-1. G-0-1-1-0GATION REQUIRED;
1rCW & #A -$f C51EFS#iffg Commercial—!;kltu
Wireless ee m"Tr'unieatiens suppeFt stfueture -Slatall be peffnitted nle the
+h-.+ An i�+i.,.: +.,....,. ., +.U.+W., ean aeeemffir..J .+., the .,lig,.,+'r PFOpesed
dftelnirElfd eHC� scvmTtted t6zdCivTrs+rcte that-airexisting+^YcF OF o+r„rcU
i c
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can eedate the nlir nt'r PF9peseed antenna may eensist ef any of the
#ellewing.
a. Ne existing teweFS StFbletblFes _are Ie -a+r.rl within the geE)gF-snb_ic
eed to m e+ nleeanter engineeFgRg Feq ,irementr
h Existing +eweFS r+r r+ R et of u#ir n+ height +e moot
Wife n+'r ntr
e€xisting to Fern-eFsttFUGtUFes de net haveca#idem stmetural
dTh I' ter gild— +remagnet•e•
. The '�c'}EIls� ec�rasn cri c
iMeFfeFenee-with the-antenna-on the existing-teweFs-eF StFU6WFes, eF the
e. The feet er+r n+r-.e•tual n eed , the ewner1n
nr-dpr + h-, isting +ewer a e.,
rtFU6tUFe er +e adapt an existing te
StFUGtUFe feF ShaFing aFe UAFeasenable. (e,r+r e, e,eding new+e we,r deVele pFneFit
aFe eed to heunreasenable.
F. e. -. e.-.
Thnlint edemenrtFates that there aFe ether limiting fa6terr
1
that r Roder existing tewerr .neJ r+r'.rt..res unsuitable.
peFCRittee shall eeepeFate with ether WGF n .,iederr elleeating a dedi+ienal
antennas en SUPPOFt StMeWFer and/GF en imine* buildings nre"iedeed_ssaid
nrenereed e•eller-.+err ha%oe reeceived a building n mi+ for r,�e•h „ce_ -.t r-.ieJ rite.
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fre—m. the City. A peFCRitt- ^ ''hall ., ed- f-,;+h ; 91188-9118CWith A,+hor
PFGVivera-and S TaFiRg the peFFRitted site, PF9Vided sweh shared- a rl.,os net g
ive
Fis., +e, a Uh,+;..+;-,I +e,rh..;r-,I I.,.,.,I e,f ; .,..+ e,f +h., ability +e, r` ..;eae, +ho
;peFFRittedu5e (i.e., a significant breadEaSt 9F reeeptien
..d faith ; .,.chaing ether useFS, the City MayFeqUiFe a +h;rel paFt
Z Rpmawahlp C#ar+e•. All plie-.n+.- -;hall dPFR RStFate able effgr+o
K-,L. PERMIT LIMITATIONS:
1. Maintenance Required: The applicant shall maintain the WCF to
standards that may be imposed by the City at the time of the granting of a
permit. Such maintenance shall include, but shall not be limited to, maintenance
of the paint, structural integrity and landscaping. If the applicant fails to maintain
the facility, the City may undertake the maintenance at the expense of the
applicant or terminate the permit, at its sole option.
7 Garr,ali-nse • ith Federal C+. ncharede• far. Darl:w Craa..ar.e•.e Cw.
RegUiraed far Gem- . er-cial Appl:.......+s. The rhea-t shall a ply with FedeFal
(FCC-) standard-S fer Fad*8 4equene, Within sixty (60) ealendaF days
a *-he i55t1aiq"" of its building peFlRi+, the plie nt shall submit a ffejeet
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the with established FedeFal Stand-ard-s. Said FepeFt shall be subJeet te
1f BFeview, the Gity feRd-S that the WC-2-P d-ees Ret meet C^rl^ral ,;t;Rd-aFdS the
Gity May „I,^ Modify this p Fnit
&2. Notice to City of Change of Operation of Facility: The applicant shall
notify the Department Community and Economic Development of all changes in
operation of the facility within sixty (60) calendar days of the change.
&M. A TERNATES MODIFICATIONS, VARI NGES:
See The Administrator shall have the authority to modify the standards of
this section, subject to the provisions of RMC 4-9-250.1), Modification
Procedures.
"N. APPEALS:
See RMC 4-8-110, Appeals.
SECTION X. Subsection 4-9-030.E, Decision Criteria—Wireless, of Chapter 9, Permits—
Specific, of Title IV (Development Regulations, of the Renton Municipal Code, is amended as
follows:
E. DECISION CRITERIA—WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES:
1. Decision Criteria: In lieu of the criteria in semen RMC 4-9-030.1),
Decision Criteria ^{ *"k <^r+ ^^, the following criteria shall be considered in
determining whether to issue a Conditional Use Permit for a wireless
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communication facility (WA however, althe gh the geyeffling aUth9F*t!,g" the
Administrator may waive or reduce the burden on the applicant of one hor
more of these criteria if the Administrator concludes that
the goals of RMC 4-4-140, Wireless Communication Facilities, as it exists BF may
be better served .by+h eby, the felle.. ing fa6t FS:
&a. Height and Design: The height of the proposed tower and/or
antenna as well as incorporation of design characteristics that have the effect of
reducing or eliminating visual obtrusiveness.
'4b. Proximity to Surrounding Uses: The nature of uses on adjacent
and nearby properties and the proximity of the tower and/or antenna to
residential structures and residential district boundaries.
&c. Nature of Surrounding Uses: The nature of uses on adjacent and
nearby properties. The proposed use at the proposed location shall not result in
substantial or undue adverse effects on adjacent property.
4.d.Topography and Vegetation: The surrounding topography, and
tree canopy coverage and foliage.
&e. Ingress/Egress:The proposed aeeess ingress and egress.
bf. Impacts: The potential noise, light a-n4 glare, and visual impacts.
-7,g.Collocation Feasibility: The availability of suitable existing towers
and other structures to accommodate the proposal.
&h. Consistency with Plans and Regulations: The compatibility with
the general purpose, goals, objectives and standards of the Comprehensive Plan,
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Title IV Development Regulations of the Renton Municipal Code, the Zening
QFdinanee and any other City plan, program, map or ordinance of the-E+ty.
9.i. Landscaping: Additional landscaping may be required to buffer
adjacent properties from potentially adverse effects of the proposed use.
2. Revisions to Conditional Use Permits for Wireless Communication
Facilities: In lieu of the criteria in RMC 4-9-030.G, Maior and Minor Revisions, the
following criteria shall be considered in determining whether a proposed
alteration to a wireless communication facility constitutes a major or minor
revision to a previously approved Conditional Use Permit.
a. Maior Revision: A proposed maior alteration to an existing WCF
tower, as defined by RMC 4-4-140.E, Alteration of Existing Tower, shall be
deemed a major revision. Maior revisions to an approved Conditional Use Permit
shall require a new application. For major revisions that, due to extraordinary
circumstances, would result in a highly unreasonable and unconscionable burden
on the applicant or permit holder, if the applicant or permit holder were
required to go through a new application process, the Administrator may permit
the maior revision to be treated as a minor revision.
b. Minor Revision: A proposed minor alteration to an existing WCF
tower, as defined by RMC 4-4-140.E, Alteration of Existing Tower, shall be
deemed a minor revision. Minor revisions may be permitted by an administrative
determination.
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SECTION XI. The definition of"Wireless Communication Facilities -Terms Related To"
in section 4-11-230, Definitions W, of Chapter 11, Definitions, of Title IV (Development
Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is amended as follows:
WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES-TERMS RELATED TO:
A Ae.e.e.e•e•e.ry Ante.nRa Devie.e.. An antenna uhieh Y less then toyelye innhnr
n
) On height 9F width, exeluding the SUPPOFt StFW6tWe (examples.- test MR-bile
antennas and Glebal Pesitiening System (GPS) antennas).
B.A.Antenna: Any system of poles, panels, rods, reflecting discs or similar
devices used for the transmission or reception of radio frequency signals.
1 Dosh Antenna, Se,e. Parahe,lie• Antenna
8restl6rre I AAtenna(alseknown as a "Whip„ AntepAa�
(3602) Fadial .e
++e, n, and ..hie•h e.+ +e, feet (16') in height and to
fe ur ine•he s (41") in di•,me,+e,r
3. eA-innal Antenna alsek„ewn 2s-a "Pa„el" Antenna); TFansmits
_R.Rld Irp-rop-140OP-S Fadie 4equeney signals in a speeifie d-irp-r---t-ffi R_R a I patteFA ef less than
+hre,e, h-.neJre d sixty deffe,e s (3602)
n D..ne,l An+e,Rma- ce a Dire,,.+ie Ral Antenna
« „
signels on a speeifie diree•+ie.nal pattern
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A— o.... hal:, AnteR ge; A PaFabelie ntenna_-greateFthaR 39-37
7 Whip Antenna. SeeOmni fli.-eel*.,..-.I A.Rte na
9r6.Antenna, Amateur Radio (also called ham radio) A-. ;;a: A device that
picks up or sends out radio frequency energy used for purposes of private
recreation, non-commercial exchange of messages, wireless experimentation,
self-training, and emergency communication. The term "amateur" is used to
specify persons interested in radio technique solely with a personal aim and
without pecuniary interest, and to differentiate it from commercial broadcasting,
public safety (such as police and fire), or professional two (2) way radio services
(such as maritime, aviation, taxis, etc.).
C. Antenna Array: A group of antennas connected and arranged in a regular
structure to form a single antenna that is able to produce radiation patterns not
Produced by individual antennas.
D. Antenna, Panel: Transmits and receives radio frequency signals in a
specific directional pattern of less than three hundred sixty degrees (3600).
SSE. Antenna, Vertical Monopole Amateur Radio ASR: A type of amateur
radio device consisting of a single vertical element constructed of wire,
aluminum, or fiberglass without any attached horizontal antennas. This
definition does include associated guy wires attached not more than halfway up
the monopole for anchoring purposes. This definition does not include amateur
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radio antennas with any more than a single vertical element (e.g., tower or
lattice-type amateur radio antennas).
fae"ity that is affixed te aFi existing StFW6tUFe, f9F example, aF1 exiSting WildiAg,
•,
0J. Collocation: The ase Af a single-mounting of antennas and related
equipment on an existing support structure ^^dte by more than ones
wireless communications provider.
G. Compound: The leased or owned property upon which all elements of a
WCF reside, which is demarcated with security fencing.
H. Equipment Cabinet: A mounted case with a hinged door used to house
equipment for utility or service providers.
&I. Equipment Shelter e-Cabinet: A room eabinet or building used to house
equipment for utility or service providers (also known as a base station).
F�J. FAA: The Federal Aviation Administration, which maintains stringent
regulations for the siting, building, marketing and lighting of cellular transmission
antennas near airports or flight paths.
&K. FCC: The Federal Communication Commission, which regulates the
licensing and practice of wireless, wireline, television, radio and other
telecommunications entities.
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N,-yed TGweF;--A (Fees ding Utedele-Sis eatie*
SUPPOFt StFluEtle mohich is usually4eF ene hundFed feet (!go') tall, -w h
cenr;sts of metal e e.d r+r;.•.r OF h-.rrais -.Rdand ;is Steadied h., r a r�nl:�l
Tw%Aier. n Self SUPPeFtiAgwireless eemmwlkatieA r Pert c+rWctUFe
Which n i_+r of wee+-.I n e.d +r;nS er ba FS to er+ an+enn-1S -;;Rd rel-;ted
of -+n+enn-.s equal +e er le« +h-,n sixteen feet (16') ;n height a paFahel;c
antenna up +e ene e+er (39.37") ;n ddiarneeter and with an aFea et FAmro thin
ene hundred (100) square- fee+ ;n the a gate ayopy.gPd Prem any ene nein+
equal +n er less than s.)( f'nn+ /6'1 ;n height Fabelic antenna
&_h of net FRA-Fe than five hUA dre.d e;ehty (580) rquaFe inches ;n the
aggKegete (e.g., e feet /1'\ .dffiame+ern r-,hela er tWe fent /7'1 ., eRe and ene
half feet 11 1/2') panel) as e.d frem any one n+ else I.nown as a nA:crecell
1 AA. FI__o +.. An .++-.-hpd ele +iR f�c +.. ..h;ch cens;sts
of -,n+e al +e OF le +h-, +e feet /111'1 height OF a abel;c antenna
n +e ene e+er (39.37") :n .diameter -,n.J ;yith an aFea e+ ... a than fifty (50)
squaFe feet in the gate as viewed freFA aRy ene nt
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MA Monopole 1. A .,L,."r r eatien r 9r+ r+ru6+urn whieh_eensists
8f a fFecz+ccrnding sbippeFt StFUE UFe, Ies-,; th-an -sixty feet (60') i., height, ., .,6te d to
f„nnAY+• 'IP-rr /" able aAtP-Yfn9f —AR d e-en eetiAg uFteRanee
nl Monopole !I, WiFeless +i„n S 9k S+.-„6+„ro which eensists
9f a freestanding supppc"ir'"t StF'U6WFe sixty feet (60') ate ill height, erected
+r, 94 r Ie-1;,; ation antennas and eenneeting a ,r+enanner
OvL. Provider: A company providing telephone or other communications
service.
M. Radome: A plastic housing sheltering the antenna assembly.
XN. Related Equipment: All equipment ancillary to the transmission and
reception of voice and data via radio frequencies. Such equipment may include,
but is not limited to, cable, conduit and connectors.
O. Satellite Dish: A microwave dish typically used for receiving television
transmissions from at least one orbiting satellite.
Q-,R. Support Structure: see—WFiFeless Gemmunweatien SuppeFt S+..,,,.+,.re. A
structure used to support wireless communication antennas and related
equipment, either as its primary use or as an accessorV use. Support structures
include but are not limited to, towers, existing buildings, water tanks, signs, and
light fixtures.
P1,0.Tower: See Wireless r,,.,..., uni,..,+ien cUnn, Ft StFUG+,..-o__ A freestanding
support structure used solely to support wireless communication antennas and
related equipment. Types of towers include, but are not limited to:
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1. Guyed Tower: A freestanding or supported wireless communication
support structure that is usually over one hundred feet (100') tall, which consists
of metal crossed strips or bars and is steadied by wire guys in a radial pattern
around the tower.
2. Lattice Tower: A self-supporting wireless communication support
structure that consists of metal crossed strips or bars to support antennas and
related equipment.
3. Monopole I: A freestanding support structure less than sixty feet (60')
in height, erected to support wireless communication antennas and connecting
appurtenances.
4. Monopole II: A freestanding support structure sixty feet (60') or
greater in height, erected to support wireless communication antennas and
connecting appurtenances.
S. Stealth Tower: A freestanding support structure that is disguised as a
natural or built obiect typically appearing in the natural or urban landscape and
is primarily erected to accommodate wireless communication facilities. Examples
include, but are not limited to, manmade trees, freestanding signs, flag poles,
light fixtures and clock towers.
&R. WCF: see Wireless Communication Facility (WCF).
T,S.Wireless Communication Facility (WCF): An unstaffed facility for the
transmission and reception of low-power radio signals usually consisting of an
equipment shelter or cabinet, a support structure, antennas (e.g., emni
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and related equipment, generally
contained within a compound. For purposes of this Title, a WCF includes
antennas, support structures and equipment shelters, whether separately or in
combination.
Id. 1.A.18r-eless Ge-m- ,.mc-ation Sam—StFUGNre; The—StMEWFeeFeeted to
SUPPe mek�-,; e-effAmbinieatien antennas and- ron-RAP-rc-t-ing appuFtenanees.
SapPeFt StFHEWFe types inelude, but -are Ret limited te, stanehi„ns, menepeles,
T. Wireless Communication Facility, Camouflaged: A wireless
communication facility that is typically affixed to the facade of an existing
structure that was not originally constructed to be a WCF support structure (e.g.,
an existing building) in a manner that integrates and disguises the WCF with the
building by matching architectural elements, colors, materials, etc.
U. Wireless Communication Facility, Concealed: A wireless communication
facility that is incorporated into an existing structure, that was not originally
constructed to be a WCF support structure (e.g., an existing building), in a
manner that completely hides the WCF within the existing structure or within an
addition to the existing structure that is architecturally compatible.
SECTION XII. Subsection 5-19-5.13.5 of Chapter 19, Telecommunications Licenses and
Franchises, of Title V (Finance and Business Regulations) of the Renton Municipal Code, is
amended as follows:
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5. If the applicant is proposing to install overhead facilities, evidence
that surplus space is available for locating its telecommunications facilities on
existing utility poles along the proposed route. Proposed replacement utility
poles, for the purpose of siting wireless communication facilities, shall be no
more than twenty feet (201 taller than adiacent utility poles; utility poles on
residentially zoned private property shall be no taller than forty-five feet (451.
SECTION XIII. This ordinance shall be effective upon its passage, approval, and five (5)
calendar days after publication.
PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 12th day of January , 2015.
Jas o A. Seth, y
Clif"Clerk
APPROVED BY THE MAYOR this 12th day of January , 2015.
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Denis Law, Mayor
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Approved as to form:
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Lawrence J. Warren, City Attorney �v .:
Date of Publication: 1/16/2015 (summary)
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