8A, PC 09-009, Conditional Use Permit Amendment at 3900 Bethel Drive

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10. The tower setback from Bethel Drive would be greater than that of any principal buildings along the street. 11. The tower setback from the nearest property line would be greater than its height. 12. There are no limits on the number of towers or antennas in non-residential lots. 13. There are no specific requirements for screening of cellular towers outside of City water tower sites. 14. Cellular towers and antennas are a conditionally accessory use in the B-1 Zoning District. On the Conditional Use Permit Evaluation Criteria: 15. The proposed plan would not have any impact on traffic or parking conditions. 16. The proposed plan will not produce any permanent noise, glare, odors, vibration, smoke, dust, air pollution, heat, liquid or solid waste, and other nuisance characteristics. 17. The proposed plan will not impact drainage. 18. The proposed plan will not impact population density. 19. The proposed plan is expected to have a visual impact from surrounding properties, though is not expected to have an impact on land use compatibility with uses and structures on surrounding land or adjoining land values. 20. Park dedications are not applicable. 21. The proposed plan does not conflict with the general purpose and intent of the Zoning Code or the Comprehensive Development Plan for the City. Recommendation The Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 09-009 on June 3, 2009 and unanimously recommended approval (7-0) of the Conditional Use Permit based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans as amended by the following five conditions: 1. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. 2. A building permit shall be obtained for all proposed antennas prior to installation. 3. A building permit shall be obtained for all proposed structures prior to installation. 4. A Conditional Use Permit drafted by the City Attorney shall be signed by the applicant prior to the issuance of any building permits. 5. Additional measures, including vegetative screening, may be required by the city to reduce the visibility of the tower from Trunk Highway 51 and other nearby properties. Options 1. Approve the proposal as submitted. City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for July 13, 2009 \ \Metro-inet. us \arden h ills \Admin \ Council\Agendas & Packet Information \2009\07-13-09 Regular\Packet Information \07-13-09 - Regular Meeting - Memo - Bethel_ATT CUP Amend. doc Page 3 of4