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RESOLUTION 1540
ARESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 96-007 AND ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN REVIEW NO.
ADR 96-013 FOR AN UNMANNED CELLULAR FACILITY WITH A
FIFTY (50) FOOT HIGH MONOPOLE ANTENNAE SUPPORT AT
12340 LOWER AZUSA ROAD.
WHEREAS, on July 31, 1996, appfications were filed by Norman MacLeod
of 1M Consulting Group, Inc. for Cox California PCS, Inc. for an unmanned cellular
facility with a fifty (50) foot high monopole antennae support, Development Services
Department Case Nos. CUP 96-007, V 96-003 and ADR 96-013, to be locate.d in the
northerly comer of an M-2 zoned property that is commonly known a 12340 Lower
Azusa Road, and more particularly described in,Exhibit "A".
WHEREAS, A public hearing was held on September 10, 1996, at which time aU
interested persons were given full opportunity to be heard and to present evidence;
. NOW THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. That the factual data submitted by the Development Services
Department in the attached report is true and correct.
SECTION 2. This Commission finds:
I. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not be detrimental to
the public health or welfare, or injurious to the property or improvements in such zone or
vicinity .
2. That the use applied for at the location indicated is a proper use for 'which a
Conditional Use Permit is authorized.
3. That the site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to
accommodate said use. All yards, spaces, walls, fences, parking, loading, landsc;iping
and other features are adequate to adjust said use with the land and uses in the
neighborhood.
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4. That the site abuts streets and highways adequate in width and pavement type
to carry the kind of traffic generated by the proposed use.
5. That the granting of such Conditional Use Permit will not adversely affect the
comprehensive General Plan.
6. That the new exterior design ,elements for the subject building are in
compliance with the design criteria set forth in the City's Architectural Design Review
Regulations.
7. That the use applied for will not have a substantial adverse impact on the
environment, and that based upon the record as a whole there is no evidence that the
proposed project will have any potential for an adverse effect on wildlife resources or the
habitat upon which the wildlife depends.
SECTION 3. That for the foregoing reasons this Commission grants a
Conditional Use Permit, Variance and Architectural Design Review for an unmanned
cellul!lr facility with a fifty (50) foot high monopole antennae support upon the f<)llowing
conditions:
I. The cellular facility and site shall be maintained in a manner that is consistent
with the plans and materials submitted and approved for CUP 96-007, V 96-003 and
ADR 96-013.
2. The final plans shall be subject to review and approval prior to ~ecuring
permits by the Development Services Department.
3. The cellular equipment, monopole and antennae shall be painted a light sand
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color.
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4. All local code requirements reg!lrding accessibility, fire protection,
occupancy, and safety shall be complied with to the satisfaction of Building Services and
the Fire Department.
5. C.U.P. 96-007, V 96"003 and ADR 96-013 shall not take effect until the
property owner and applicant have executed and filed the Acceptance Form that is
available from the Development Services Department to indicate awareness and
acceptance of the conditions of approval.
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6. Noncompliance with the provisions and conditions of this conditional use
pennit shall constitute grounds for its immediate suspension or revocation.
SECTION 4. The decision, findings and conditions contained in this Resolution
reflect the Commission's action of Sept em her 10, ]996, and the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Commissioner's Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, and Sleeter
None
Bell, Murphy
SECTION 5. The Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and
shall cause a copy to be' forwarded to the City Council of the City of Arcadia.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the forgoing Resolution was adopted at a regular
meeting of the Planning Commission held on the 24th day of September 1996, by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Murphy
None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Sleeter
Chainnan, Planning Commission
City of Arcadia
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Secretary, Planning Commission
City of Arcadia
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Michael H. Miller, City Attorney
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Legal Description
EXHIBIT "A"
Parcell of parcel map number 17535, in the City of Arcadia, in the County of
Los Angeles, State of California, as per map filed in book 186 pages 38, 39, and
40 of maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said county.
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STAFF REPORT
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTME:-.lT
September 10, 1996
TO:
Chairman and Members of the Arcadia Planning Commission
FROM:
Donna L. Butler, Community Development Administrator
By; 101m Halminski, Assistant Planner
SUBJECT:
CUP 96-007 & V 96-003 & ADR 96-013
An unmanned cellular facility with a 50 foot high monopole antennae.
SUMMARY
The subject applications were submitted by 1M Consulting Group, Inc., on beha'lf of Cox California
PCS, Inc.. to place and maintain an unmanned cellular facility with a 50 foot high monopole
antennae at 12340 Lower Azusa Road. The Development Services Department is recommending
. approval of this application subject to the conditions that are outlined in this staff report.
GENERAL INFORMATION
APPLICANT:
1M Consulting Group, Inc., on behalf of Cox California PCS. [nc.
LOCATION:
12340 Lower Azusa Road
REQUEST:
A Conditional Use Permit for an unmanned wireless (cellular)
telecommunications facility with a related height variance for a 50' -0" high
monopole antennae, and architectural design review.
LOT AREA:
Approximately 126,324 square feet (2.9 acres)
FROr-IT AGE:
967 feet along Lower Azusa Road.
EXISTING LAND USE & ZONING:
The site is currently developed with a Self Storage Facility, and is zoned M-2.
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GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION:
Heavy Manufacturing
SURROUNDING LAND USES & ZONING:
North: Quarry pit; zoned M-2
South: Vacant parcel and Single-family residential(City of EI Monte): zoned M-2
East: San Gabriel River and Agricultural use; City of lrwindale
West: Quarry pit; zoned M-2.
PROPOSAL & ANAL YSIS
Communications equipment facilities are permitted in any zone with an approved Conditional Use.
Permit (Sec. 9275.1.l1), and are considered approprl.ate installations in commetcial--manufacturing
areas.
The proposed location for the new telecommunications facility would be within an unused. area that
is between an existing storage building and the northerly property line, as shown on the submitted
site plan. The.irnniediate area is zoned M-2and is predominately undeveloped, \,{ith the exception of
the property to the east which is used for agricultural purposes and the San Gabriel River Channel.
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The proposed facility would consist of cellular telephone equipment and a 50',-0" high monopole
antenna installation. Two similar facilities were approved for locations at 35 W. St Joseph Street and
141 W..Live Oak Avenue.
Site Selection
The need fora cellular installation is determined by the amount of cellular activity in an area and the
distance between other network installations. Signal ratlge and quality are the determining factors in
selecting a site. The applicant has advised staff that the proposed installation 'is necessary for an
adequate signal to be provided in this area.
In selecting' a location for a new installation, the applicant conducted a study to .establish a "Search
Ring" within which the installation must be located. For the best results, the installation would be at
the center of the Search Ring. For practical purposes, the proposed installation is not at the center of
the Search Ring because only commercial and industrial sites were considered to minimize impacts
upon adjacent properties.
Heiiht Variance
The M-2 zone allows for a building height of 35 feet, and an additional 10 feet may be added to
accommodate mechanical equipment and facilities (Sec. 9282.1.3).
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CUP 96-007N 9(i-003/ADR 96-013
September [0. 1996
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It is always the applicant's first choice to instalI the antennae on an existing building of adequate
height. however, no such buifding was located within the established Search Ring. Theretore. a
monopole has been proposed, and the requested height of 50 feet is needed to assure that reception
and transmission will not be blocked by existing or future developments.
Site Improvements & Architectural Desilln Review
The celIular equipment wilI be placed on a concrete pad approximately 6' -0" from the site' s easterly
property line, and a triangulal' antennae support wiII be atop a freestanding 50 foot tall monopole.
The celIular equipment would be secured by an 8 foot high chain-link perirqeter fence.
No improvements are proposed to areas outside of the equipment and monopole area. Architectural
considerations' for the proposed installation are limited. The applicant has indicated that the
proposed monopole will be painted a light blue-gray. The chain-link fencing is proposed so that the
interior areas will remain visible for security purposes. It would be difficult to landscape the
surrounding area because the proposed monopole will be located within a paved area. Mature
landscaping does not exist around the area of the proposed monopole.
CEOA
Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality, Act, the Development Services
Department has prepared an initial study for the proposed project. Said initial study did not disclose
any substantial adverse change in any of the physical conditions within the area affected by the
project induding land, air, water, minerals, flora, fauna, ambient noise and objects of historical or
aesthetic significance. When considering the record as a whole, there is nC) evidence that the
proposed project wilI have any potential for an adverse effect on wildlife resoUrces. Theretore. a
. Negative Decfaration has been prepared for this project.
RECOMMENDA nONS:
The Development Services Department recommends approval of CUP 96-007, V 96-003. and ADR
96-013, subject to the folIowing conditions of approval:
I. The cellular instalIation and the site shalI be maintained in a manner that is consistent with
the plans and materials submitted and approved for CUP 96.007, V 96~003 and ADR 96-
013.
2. The final plans shall be subject to review and approval prior to securing permits by the
Developmellt Services Department.
3. All local code requirements regarding accessibility, fire protection, occupancy, and safety
shall be complied with to the satisfaction of Building Services and the Fire Department.
CUP 96-007N 96-003/ADR 96-013
September 10. 1996
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4. That CUP 96"007, V 96-003 and ADR 96-013 shaU not take affect until the owner and
applicant have executed a fonn available at the Planning Office indicating awareness and
acceptance of the conditions of approval.
5. AU conditions of approval shalf be complied with prior to completion and. operation of the
ceUular installation. Noncompliance with the plans, provisions and conditions of CUP 96-
007, V96-003 and CUP 96"013 shall constitute grounds for immediate' suspension and/or
revocation of any approvals which could result in cessation of operation and removal of the
cellular installation.
FINDINGS AND MOTIONS
For a Variance to be granted, the Planning Commission, 'based upon the evidence presented, must
make the following fmdings:
I. That the evaluation of the environmental impacts.as set forth in the attached initial study
are appropriate and that the projects will have no significant effects upon the environment
within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act of' 1970, and . when
considering the projects as a whole, there is no evidence before the City that the proposed
projects would have any potentially, adverse effect on wildlife resources'or the habitat upon
which wildlife depends, ad therefore, approve the Negative Declaration.
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2. That there are exceptional or extraordinary circUmstances or conditions applicable to the
property involved, or to the intended use of the property, that do not apply generally to the
property or class of use in the same zone or vicinity:
3. That the granting of this Variance will not be materially detrimental to the public health or
welfare or injurious to the property or improvements in such zone or vicinity on which the
property is located.'
4. That this V arianceis necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property
right of the applicant possessed by other properties in the same zone and,vicinity.
5. That the granting of this Variance will not adversely affect the comprehensive general plan.
Motion for Approval
If the Planning Commission intends to approve this conditional use pennit application, the
Commission should move to approve and file the Negative Declaration and direct statT to prepare a
resolution which incorporated the Commission's decision, specific findings and conditions of
approval as set forth in the staff report, or as modified by the Commission.
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CUP 96-007N96-003/ADR 96-013
September 10. 1996
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Motion for Denial
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If the Planning Commission intends to deny this conditional use permit application, the Commission
should move for denial and direct staff to prepare a resolution which incorporates the Commission's
decision and specific fmdings.
Should the Planning Commission have any questions regarding this matter prior to the scheduled
public hearing (September 10,1996), please contact John. Hafminski at your earliest convenience.
Approved By:
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Donna L. Butler
Community Devel pment Administrator
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Attachments: Land Use and Zoning Map, environmental documentation, plans
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CUP 96-007N 96-003/ADR 96-013
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CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
NEGATIVE DECLARATION
A. Tide and Description of Project:
Application Nos. CUP 96-007 & V 96-003
A Conditional Use Permit for the placem,ent and maintenance of an u~anned wireless
telecommunitcations facility, and a Variance for a height of 50 feet for a monopole in lieu of
the maximum height of 35 feet allowed by the zoning regulations. .
B. Location of Project:
12340 Lower Azusa Rd
Arcadia, CA 91006
C. Name of Applicant or Sponsor:
Applicant's Agent:
1M Consulting Group
attn: Rudy Figueroa
3760 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806
(310) 981-1660
Applicant & Lessee:
Cox California PCS, Inc.
2381 Morse Avenue
Irvine, CA 92714
(714) 660-0500
PropertyO'rVl1er:
Diversified Storage Fund
12340 Lo\yer Azusa Rd
Arcadia, CA 91006
(310) 692-9079
D. Finding:
This project will have no significant effect upon the environment within the meaning of the
California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 for the reasons set forth in the attached Initial
Study.
E. Mitigation measures, if any, included in the project to avoid potentially significant effects:
None
Date: August 12, 1996
Date Posted: August 14, 1996
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CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNTlN.GTON DRIVE
ARCADIA. CA 9.1007
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
1. Project Title:
Conditional Use Permit No. 96-007 & V 96-003
2. Project Address:
12340 Lower Azusa Rd.
Arcadia, CA 91006
File No.: CUP 96-006 & V 96.001
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8. Description of Project: .
(Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later phases of the project and any secondary.
suppon, or off-site features necessary for its implementation. Attach additional sheets if necessary.)
A Conditional Use Permit for ihe placement and mainienace of an unmanned wireless
telecommunication facility. The facility is comprised of a less than 400 square foot concrete
equipment pad to support ground-mounted wireless communications equipment. and the
installation of a SO foot high ground-mounted steel monopole with nine (9) cellular antenna
panels (each panel measuring 48"xI2"x2') and one ten inch (.10) GPS antenna. The ground-
mounted equipment includes electronic readio trensmitting and reeiving equipment. a main
power source, a battery cabinet (emergency back-up power sources) and eventually a
generator (an additional emergency back-up power source).
A Variance for a height of SO foot the monopole in lieu of the maximum height of 35 feet
allowed by the zoning regulations.
9. Other public agencies whose approval is required:
(e.g., permits. financing, development or panicipalion agreements)
City Building Services I City Fire Department I City Engineering Division I City
Maintenance.Services Department
. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS'POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project.
involving at least one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the
checklist on the fOllowing pages.
[ ] Land Use & Planning
[ ] Population & Housing
[ ] Geological Probfems
[ ] Water
[ ] Air Quality
l ) Transportation I Circulation
[ ] Biological Resources
[ ] Energy and Minerai Resources
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[ ] Hazards
[ ] Noise
[ j Public Services
[ ] Utilities and Service Systems
[ ] Aesthetics
[ ] Cultural Resources
[ ] Resources
[ ] Mandatory Firiding of Significance
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DETERMINA nON
(To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
[Xl I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
[ 1 [find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
[ 1 I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment.
and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
[ 1 I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environme[\t.
but that at least one effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document
pursuant to applicable legal standards and has been addressed by mitigation
measures based on that earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, and if any
remaining effect is a "Potentially Significant Impact" or "Potentially Significant
Unless Mitigated," an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required, but
it only needs to .analyze the effects that have not yet'been addressed.
[ 1 I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all
potentially significant effects have been analyzed adequately in an earlier
Environmental Impact Report pursuant to applicable standards and have been
avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier EIR, including revisions or mitigation
measures that are imposed upon the proposed project.
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John Halminski
Print Name
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1. A brief explanation is required for.allanswers except "No Impact" answers that are adequately
supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses following each
question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced information sources
show that the impact simply does not apply to projects such as the one involved (e.g., the project
is not within a fauft rupture zone). A "No [mpact" answer should be explained where it is based
on project-specific factors as weU as general standards (e.g., the project will not expose sensitive
receptors to poUutants, based on,a project-specific screening analysis).
2. AU answers must take account of the whole action invofved, including off-site as well as on-site.
cumulative as weU as project-fevef, indirect as well as direct, and construction related as well as
operational impacts.
3. "PotentiaUy Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is
significant. If there are one or more, "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the
determination is made, an Enviromnentaf fmpact Report is required.
4. "PotentiaUy Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of
mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less Than
Significant Impact" The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures, and briefly explain
how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from Section 17
"Earlier Analyses" may be cross-referenced).
5. Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program Enviromnental Impact
Report, or other CEQA process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EfR or
Negative Declaration (Section I5063(c)(3)(D)}. Earlier anafysesare discussed in Section 17 at
the end of the checklist.
6. Lead agencies are encouraged to incorporate into the checklist, references to information sources
for potential impacts (e.g., general plans. zoning ordinances). Reference to a previously prepared
or outside document should, where appropriate. include a reference to the page or pages where
the statement is substantiated.
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Potentially
Significant
. Potentially Unless Less Than
Would the proposal result in Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
1. LAND USE AND PLANNING
Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with general plan designations or zoning? [ 1 [ I [ l [XI
(The proposal with the exception of the momopole
height is consistent"with the industrial designation.
of the General Plan and is a use for which a
Conditional Use Permit is authorized by Section
9275,1.11 of the Zoning Ordiance.)
b) Conflict with applicable environmental plans or
policies adopted by agencies with jurisdiction over
the project? [ ] [ ] [ i [Xl
(The proposed use will be required to comply with,
the regulations of any other jurisdictional agency
with applicable environmental plans. E.g.. the
South Coast Air QualitY Management District.)
c) Be compatible with existing land uses in the
vicinitY? [ ] [ ] [ ] [XI
. (The proposed use will be in an industrial area and
will occupy an unused ponion of an existing
storage complex.)
d) Affect agricultural resources or operations (e.g.,
impacts to soils or farmlands. or impaclS from
incompatible land uses)?, [ ] [ 1 [ ] [Xl
(There are no agricultural resources or operations
in the area.)
e) Disrupt or divide the physical arrangement of an
established communitY (including a low-income or
minoritY communitY)? [ I [ I [ ] [X]
(The proposed use will be in an industrial area and
will occupy an vacant ponion of an existing
stroage complex.)
2. POPULATION AND HOUSING
Would the propoSal:
a) Cumulatively exceed official regional or local
popu lation projections? [ ] [ ] [ ] [Xl
(The proposed.use'is an unmanned communication.
facilitY and will not generate an increase in the
. population,)
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potential impacts involving:
b) Induce substantial growth in an area either directly
or indirectly (e,g.. through projects in an
undeveloped area or extension of major
infrastructure)?
(The proposed use is an unmanned communication
facilitY and will not generate an increase in the
population.)
c) Displace existing housing, especially affordable
housing?
(The proposed use is an unmanned communication
facilitY and will not generate an increase in the
population,)
3. GEOLOGIC PROBLEMS
Would the proposal result in. or expose people to
potential impacts involving:
a) Fault rupture~.
(The site for the proposed use is not within the
vicini!)' of an identified fault.)
b) Seismic ground shaking?
(The site for the proposed use is not more
susceptible to seismic ground shaking than any
other site in the area. The proposed use will
comply with all current seismic'standards.)
c) Seismic ground failure, including liquefaction?
(The site for the 'proposed use is not within the
vicinitY of an identified fault or liquefaction zone.)
d) Landslides or mudflows?
(The site for the proposed use is on flat land, and
notwithin an inundation.area.)
e) Erosion, changes in topography or unstable soil
conditions from excavation, grading, or fill?
(The proposed project is consistant with the zone
designation and general plan.)
l) Subsidence of the land?
,(The site for the proposed use is not in an area
subject to subsidence.)
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Would lhe proposal result in
potential impacts.involving:
g) Expansive soils?
(The site for the proposed use is not in an area
subject to expansion of soils.)
h) Unique geologic or physical features?
(No such features have been identified al.the site of
the proposed use.)
4. WATER
Would the proposal result in:
a) Changes in absorption rates, drainage pattems, or
the rate and amounl of surface runoff?
(Based on a projecl-specific screening analysis, no
such changes are included in the proposal.)
b) Exposure of people or propertY to water related
hazards such as flooding?
(The sile for the proposed use is not within an
inundation area,)
c) Discharge into surface waters or other alteration of
surface water qualitY (e.g., temperature, dissolved
oxygen, or turbiditY)?
(Based on a projecl-specific screening analysis, the
proposal wil r not affecl.surface waters.)
d) Changes in the amount of surface' water in any
water body?
(Based on a project,specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not affect surface waters.)
e) Changes in currents, or the course or direction of
water movements?
(Based'on a project-specific screening'analysis,lhe
proposal will not affect any currents or water
movements.)
t) Change in the quantitY of ground waters, either
through direcl additions or withdrawals, or through
interception of any aquifer by cuts or excavations
or through substanlial loss of ground water
recharge capabilitY?
(Based on a project-speCific screening analysis, the
proposal will not affect ground waters.)
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Mitigation
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Impact
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Significant
. Potentially Unless Less Than
Would the proposal result in Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
g) Altered direction or rate of flow of ground water? [ ] [ ] [ I (XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
propoSal will nolaffect ground waters.)
h) Impacts to ground water qualitY? [ ] [ ] [ J [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not affect ground waters.)
i) Substantial reduction in the amount of ground
water otherwise available for public water
supplies? ( ] [ ] [ .I [Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will.not affect ground waters.)
5. AiR QUALlTY
Would the proposal:
a) Violate any air qualitY standard or contribute to. an
e~isting or projected air qualitY violation? [ ] [ ] [ J [X]
(The proposed use will be required to comply with
. the regulations of the South Coast Air QualitY
Management District.)
b) Expose sensitive receptors to pollutants? [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening. analysis the
proposal will not expose sensitive receptors to
pollutants.)
c) Alter air movement, moisture. or temperature or
cause any change in climate? [ ] [ ] [ J [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such affects.)
d) Create objectionable odors? [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis,. the
proposal will not have any such affects.)
6. TRANSPORTATION I CIRC~ATlON
Would the proposal result,.in:
a) Increased vehicle trips or traffic congestion? [ ] [ ] [ ] [XI
(The proposed use is an unmanned communication
facilitY and will not generate an increase in the
. population,)
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. Potentially Unless Less Than
Would the proposal result in Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
b) Hazards to safetY from design features (e.g.. sharp
curves or dangerous intersections) or incompatible
uses (e.g.. farm equipment)? [ ] [ ] [ ;] [Xl
(The proposed project is consistant with the zone
designation and general plan. The location that has
not been identified as hazardous.)
c) Inadequate emergency access or access to nearby
uses? [ J [ I [ I [XI
(The site of the proposed use is readily accessible
and the proposed use will not inhibit access to
adjacent or nearby uses.)
d) Insufficient parking capacitY on-site or off-site? [ ] [ ] [ J [XI
(There is adequate on-site parking for both the
tenants' and guests to serve the proposed.use.)
e) Hazards or barriers for pedestrians or bicyclists? [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis,
there are no existing or potential hazards or
. barriers to pedestrians or bicyclists.)
f) Conflicts with adopted policies supporting
alternatIve transportation (e.g., bus turnouts,
bicycle racks)? [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis.
there are no existing or potential conflicts with
policies supporting alternative transportation.)
g) Rail. waterborne orair traffic impacts? [ ] [ ] [ J [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Would the proposal result in impaclSto:
a) Endangered, threatened or rare species or their
habitats (including but not limited to plants, fish,
insects, animals and birds)? [ I [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
b) Locally.designated.species (e.g., heritage trees)? [ ] [ I [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific. screening analysis. the
. proposal will not have any such impacts.)
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Potentially Unless Less Than
. Would the proposal result in Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts, involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
c) Locally designated natural communities (e.g.. oak
Forest. coastal. habitat. etc.)? [ ] [ J [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
d) Wetland habitat (e,g., marsh. riparian and vernal
. pool)? [ I [ ] [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
e) Wildlife dispersal or migration corridors? [ ] [ I [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal Will not have any such impacts.)
8. ENERGY AND MINERAL RESOURCES
Would the proposal:
a) Conflict with adopted energy conservation plans? [ I [ ] [ ] [XI
(The proposed project is consistant with the zone
designation 'and general plan.)
. b) Use non-renewable resources in a wasteful and
inefficient manner? [ ] [ I [I [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will no.! have any such impacts.)
c) Result in the loss of availabilitY of a known
mineral resource that would be of future value to
the region and the residents of the State? [ I [ ] [ ] [Xl
(Based on a project:specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
9. HAZARDS
Would the proposal involve:
a) A risk of accidental explosion or release of
hazardous substances (including, but not limited to:
oil. pesticides. chemicals or radiation)? [ I [ I [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
b) Possible interference with an emergency response
plan or emergency evacuation plan? [ I [ I [ I [Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening.analysis. the
. proposal will nothave any such impacts.)
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Significant
. Potentially Unless Less Than
Would the proposal result in Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
c) The creation of any health hazard or potential
health hazard? [ I [ I [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such'impacts.)
d) Exposure of people to existing sources of potential
health hazards? [ I [ ] [ I [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
e) Increased fire hazard in areas with f1arnmahle
brush. grass or trees? [ ] [ ] [ ] [Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impaclS.)
10. NOISE
Would the proposal result in:
a) Increases in existing noise levels? [ ] [ 1 [ ] [XI
. (Based on.a project-specific screening analysis, tlie
proposal will.not have any such impacts.)
b) Exposure of people to severe noise levels? [ I [ I [ I [Xl
(Based on a'project-specificscreening analysis. the
proposal will not have any sucli impacts.)
11. PUBLIC SERVICES
Would the .proposal have an effect upon. or resull'ih a
need for new or altered government services in any of
the following areas:
a) Fire protection? ' [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any sllch impacts.)
b) Police protection? [ ] [ ] [ 1 [X]
(Based ona project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any.such impacts.)
c) Schools? [ J [ ] [ ] [Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts;)
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Potentially Unless Less Than
e Would the proposal resultjn Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
d) Maintenance of public facilities. including roads? [ ] [ I [ ] [XI
(Based on'~ project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
e> Other governmental services? [ ] [ J [ I [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will.not have any such impacts.)
12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Would the proposal result in a need. for new systems or
supplies. or substantial alterations to the following utilities:
a) Power or natural gas? [ ] [ I [' J [X)
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such .impacts.)
b) Communications'systems? [ ] [ ] [ I [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not-have any such impacts,)
. c) Local or regionai water treatment or distribution
facilities? [ ] [ ] [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening'analysis. the
proposal will not have'any such impacts.)
d) Sewer or septic. tanks? [ ] [ ] [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific' screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
e) StOnll water drainage? [ I [ ] [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific screening w:ta1ysis. the
proposal will.not have any such impacts.)
l) Solid waste disposal? [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. ihe
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
g) Local or regional water supplies? [ ] [ ] [ ] [XI
(Based on a project-specific'screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
13. AESTHETICS
Would the proposal:
. a) Affect-a scenic vista or scenic highway? [ ] [ ] [ J [XI
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. Potentially Unless Less Than
Would the proposal result in Significant Mitigation Significant No
potential impacts involving: Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
(Based on il project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts,)
b) Have a demonstrable negative acsthetics effect? [ ] [ I [ ] [Xl
(Based on a project-specific. screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
c) Create light or glare? [ ] [ ] [ 1 [X]
(Based on aprojeCl'Specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
14. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Would the proposal:
a) Disturb paleontological'resources? [ ] [ ] [ 1 [Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
proposal will not have any such impacts:)
b) Disturb archaeological resources? [ ] [ ] [ ] [X]
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis, the
. proposal will not have any such impacts.)
c) Affect historical resources? [ ] [ ] [ ] (Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
d) have the potential to cause a physical change
which would affect unique ethnic cultural values? [ ] [ I [ I [Xl
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts,)
e) Restrict existing religious' or sacred uses within the
potential impact area? [ ] [ ] [ ] [Xl
(Based ona project.specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
15. RECREATION
Would the propoSllI:
a) Increase the demand for neighborhood or regional
parks or other recreational facilitics? [ ] [ ] [ ] [Xl
(Bascd on a projcct-specific SCreening analysis, the
,. proposal will not have any such impacts.)
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potential impacts involving:
b) Affect existing recreational opportUnities?
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
16. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the
qualitY, of the environment, 'substantially reduce the
habitat ofa fish or wildfifespecies. cause a fish'or
wildlife population to drop below self-sustaining
levels. threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
communitY. reduce the number or restrict the range
of a rare or endangered plant or animal or
eliminate important examples of the major periods
of California history or prehistory?
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposal will nOI have any such impacts.)
b) Does the project have the potential to achieve
short-term, to the disadvantage of long-term.
environmental goals?
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis. the
proposai will not have any such impacts.)
c) Does the project have impacts that are individually
limited. but cumulatively considerable?
("Cumulatively considerable" means that the
incremental effects of a project are considerable
when viewed in connection with the effects of past
projects. the effects of other current projects. and
the effects of probable future project.)
(Due to the existence of utilitY poles and antennae
in the area, the addition of one monopole willnot
have an impact on the aesthetics of the area.
However, additional monopoles in the immediate
vicinitY could result in a significant impact upon
the aesthetics of the area.)
d) Does the project have environmental effects which
will cause substantial adverse effects on human
beings. either directly or indirectly?
(Based on a project-specific screening analysis.. the
proposal will not have any such impacts.)
Potentially
Signilicant
Impact
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File No.: CUP 96-007/V 96-003
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Mitigation
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Impact
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CEQA Checklist
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Would the proposal result in
potential impacts involving:
17. EARLIER ANALYSES
No additional documents were referenced pursuant to
the tiering. program EIR, or other CEQA processes to
analyze any noted effect(s) resulting from the proposal.
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Potentially
Significant
Impact
File No.: CUP 96-007/V 96-003
Potentially
Significant
Unless
Mitigation
Incorporated
Less 'Than
Significant
Impact
No
Impact
CEQA Checklist
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CITY OF ARCADIA
240 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION FORM
Date Filed:
General Information
1. Applicant's Name: Cox California PCS, Inc.
Address: 2381 Morse Avenue, Irvine, CA 92714
2. Property Address (Location): 12340 Lower Azusa Rd., Arcadia, CA 91006
Assessor's Number: 8545-024-003
3. Name, address and telephone number of person to be contacted concerning this project:
l3101 981-1660
3760 Kilroy Airport Way, Suite 440
Lona Beach. CA 90806
4. List and describe any other related pe~its and other public approvals required for this
project, including those required by city, regional, state and federal agencies:
Morman MacLeod. Planner
JM Consulting Group, Inc.
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Btlildinq Permits
5. Zone Classification: M2 Heavv Manufacturinq
6. General Plan Designation: Industrial
Project Description
7. Proposed use of site (project description): See attached "Exhibit A"
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Site size:
2_9 acres
9. Square footage per b'uilding: MI A
10. Number of floors of construction: N I A
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Amount of off-street parking provided: NI A
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12. Proposed schedufing of project: 45 days start to finish
13. Anticipated incremental development: N/ A
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If residential, include the number of units, schedule of unit sizes, range of sale prices or
rents, and type of household sizes expected:
N/A
15. If commercial, indicate the type, i.e. neighborhood, city or regionally oriented, square
footage of sales area, and loading facilities, hours of operation:
N/A
16. If industrial, indicate type, estimated employment per shift, and loading facilities:
N/A
17.
If institutional, indicate the major function, estimated employment per shift, estimated
occupancy, loading facilities, and community benefits to be derived from the project:
N/A
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18.
If the project involves a variance, conditional use permit or zoning application, state
this and indicate clearly why the application is required:
SAP- ;:It.-t:a.~hAti "Exhihi ~ R"
Are the following items applicable to the project or. its effects? Discuss below all items checked
yes (attach additional sheets as necessary).
19. Change in existing features of any hills, or substantial alteratin of ground
contours.
YES NO
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20. Change in scenic views or vistas from existing residential areas or public
lands or roads.
21. Change in pattern, scale or character of general area of project.
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Significant amounts of solid waste or litter.
Change in dust, ash, smoke, fumes or odors in vicinity.
Change in ground water quality orquantity, or alteration of existing
drainage patterns.
Substantial change in existing noise or vibration levels in the vicinity.
Is site on filled land or on any slopes of 10 percent or more.
Use or disposal of potentially hazardous materials, such as toxic substances,
flammable or explosives.
Substantial change in demand for municipal services (police, fire, water,
sewage, etc.).
Substantial increase in- fossil fuel consumption (electricity, oil, natural gas,
etc.).
Relationship to a larger project or series of projects.
YES NO
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Environmental Setting
. 31. Describe (on a separate sheet) the project site as it exists before the project, including
information on topography, soil stability, plants and animals, any cultural, historical or
scenic aspects, any existing structures on the site, and the use of the structures. Attach
photographs of the site. Snapshots or Polaroid photos wifl be accepted.
32. Describe (on a separate sheet) the surrounding properties, including information on
plants, animals, any cultural, historical or scenic aspects. Indicate the tyPe of land uses
(residential, commercial, etc.), intensity of land use (one-family, apartment houses,
shops, department stores, etc.), and scale of development (height, frontage, set-backs,
rear yards, etc.). Attach photographs of the vicinity. Snapshots or Pofaroid photos will
be accepted.
Certification
I hereby certify that the statements furnished above and in the attached exhibits present the
data and information required for this initial evaluation to the best of my ability, and that the
facts, statements, and information presented are true and correct to the best of my knowledge
and belief.
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City of Arcadia
Explanation of Proposal
EXHIBIT" A"
COX Communication proposes the placement and maintenance of a 400
square foot equipment pad to support ground-mounted wireless
communications equipment. The project wiU also include the installation of
a monopole fifty foot (50') high ground mounted with 9 cellular antenna
panels (each panel measuring 48"x 12"x 2).
The telecommunications project also consists of the installation of electronic
equipment, consisting of radio transmitting and receiving equipment, a main
power source and a battery cabinet (emergency back up power source).
Finally, this project will include the installation of one ten (10") inch oval
GPS antenna.
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City of Arcadia
CUP /Variance
EXHIBIT liB"
COX Communications proposes the placement of a 50' monopole within the
M-2 Heavy Manufacturing which limits structures to 35', necessitating the
request for a height variance of an additional 15'. The height increase is
required to allow the efficient interconnect of radio communication
transmission and receiving.
The permitted uses and levels of service of the M-2 Heavy Manufacturing
Zone does not address the use of telecommunication facilities within the
subject zone, thus requiring public review and the application for a
Conditional Use Permit.
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