20.890.070 General Application Requirements and Conditions of Permit Issuance.
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A. Preapplication conference. Preapplication conferences are required for all proposed wireless facilities except for collocated antennae proposed on existing support structures, pursuant to VMC 20.210.080.
B. Preapplication conference application requirements. In addition to the requirements of VMC 20.210.080 and the preapplication form provided by the community development department, the applicant shall submit a graphic representation of the search ring for wireless communication services proposed, and a narrative describing how the proposal complies with the development standards of VMC 20.890.040.
C. Permit application requirements. In addition to the requirements of Chapter 20.210 VMC, the applicant shall, unless otherwise waived by the planning official or designate for good cause shown, provide the following:
1. Siting/collocation arrangements. A copy of the applicant’s collocation evaluation study, as required by VMC 20.890.040(R) or a valid agreement for collocation of the wireless communication facility on an existing building or support structure of another wireless services provider.
2. Visual impact simulation. A graphic simulation of the proposed facility from not less than three perspectives, one of which shall be from ground level from any abutting residential property or the nearest public right-of-way.
3. Available sites map. A map showing the service area of the proposed facility and a written explanation of the need for that facility, relative to existing facilities available within the search ring.
4. A report from a qualified licensed engineer documenting:
a. The anticipated capacity of the support structure, including the number and types of antennas which can be accommodated; at a minimum, the structure must be designed to accommodate at least two wireless antenna installations.
b. A projection of the wireless communication facilities within the coverage area of the facility proposed, that can be reasonably anticipated to be sited during the next five years.
c. A summary of findings that support the need for the facility at the location proposed.
d. The facility complies with all applicable standards of the FAA and FCC, including RF energy standard.
D. Permit issuance. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall provide the following:
1. A copy of the applicant’s license issued by the FCC.
2. A copy of the findings from the FAA’s aeronautical study determination regarding the proposed support structure.
3. In the case of a leased site:
a. The applicant shall demonstrate that the lease agreement does not preclude the site owner from entering into leases of the site with other providers; and
b. Completion of a land division, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20.300 VMC, governing land divisions and binding site plans and the state subdivision law, Chapter 58.17 RCW. (Ord. M-4402 § 3(X), 2023; Ord. M-4289 § 4, 2019; Ord. M-4147 § 4, 2015; Ord. M-3643, 2004)