31C - CUP - 2116 W MONTE VISTA AVE

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Conditional Use Permit No. 2015 -06 August 24, 2015 Page 5 A facility disguised as a pine tree, screened by an existing stand of trees, and that incorporates building materials and architecture of nearby buildings into the equipment enclosure design, provides the best stealth possible for this location. The facility is located within an open space district and is located on the southwestern portion of the site, between an existing stand of trees, Moreover, the pine tree design blends into the area and is designed to allow for future co- location by another provider. All associated wiring and conduit for the facility are underground or hidden within the interior of the monopole. This location is also optimal to provide the coverage necessary for existing and expanding service. The proposed cellular antennas will provide a benefit to Santa Ana residents, businesses and motorists who subscribe to Sprint PCS by closing service gaps and providing enhanced cellular service in the area. Equipment for the facility will continue to be located within an existing enclosure that assists in screening the wireless facility on the site. The existing wireless facility complies with the City's Wireless Communications Facility Ordinance and will provide needed service to this area of the City. Further, the project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan that safeguard residents and workers in the area while encouraging land uses that accommodate the City's needs for services. Public Notification The project site is located within the boundaries of the Bella Vista Neighborhood Association. Staff contacted the president of the association, who identified no concerns with this project. The project site was posted with a notice advertising this public hearing, a notice was published in the Orange County Reporter and notices were sent to all property owners and occupants within 500 feet of the project site. At the time of this printing, no correspondence, either written or electronic, had been received from any members of the public. CEQA Compliance This project was reviewed in accordance with the Guidelines for the California Environmental Quality Act. The project is exempt from further review pursuant to Section 15301. This Class 1 exemption consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, or mechanical equipment involving negligible or no expansion of use. The wireless facility is an existing monopine and equipment area that has been found by the City's development review agencies to not create any adverse impacts such as noise, traffic, or safety concerns. As a result, Categorical Exemption Environmental Review No, 2015 -18 will be filed for this project. 31 C -7