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DATE: October 19, 2005 PUBLIC HEARING
:DUBJECT: CASE NO. 5.1057 CUP — AN APPLICATION BY NEXTEL
COMMUNICATIONS TO CONSTRUCT SIX COMMERCIAL
COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS CONCEALED WITHIN A NEW 60 FOOT
MONOPOLE AND AN EQUIPMENT SHELTER ON A 1,050 SQUARE
FOOT LEASE AREA AT 19345-65 NORTH INDIAN AVENUE, ZONE HC,
SECTION 15, APNS: 666330051 AND 666330053
FROM: David H. Ready, City Manager
BY: Department of Planning Services
SUMMARY
On September 28, 2005, the Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend that the
City Council approve Case No. 5.1057 CUP (Nextel Communications) for construction
of six commercial communication antennas concealed within a new 60 foot monopole
and an equipment shelter on a 1,050 square foot lease area at 19345-65 North Indian
Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. Adopt Resolution No. , "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT NO. 5.1057 CUP, AN APPLICATION BY NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS, TO
CONSTRUCT SIX COMMERCIAL COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS CONCEALED
WITHIN A NEW 60 FOOT MONOPOLE AND AN EQUIPMENT SHELTER ON A 1,050
SQUARE FOOT LEASE AREA AT 19345-65 NORTH INDIAN AVENUE
STAFF ANALYSIS:
According to Section 94.02.00.A.2, a commercial communications antennae may be
permitted when such use is deemed by both the Commission and Council to be
essential or desirable for both the public welfare and convenience and in conformity with
the General Plan and its objectives. Staff and the Planning Commission found that the
project as proposed is in conformity with the General Plan and its objectives and met
the requirements of the Zoning Code.
Item No. 1 . 1
City Council Staff Report
October 19, 2005--Page 2
Nextel Communications at 19345-65 Indian Avenue
Public testimony was submitted to the Planning Commission at the hearing by Maureen
Mercury, Ph.D. Her concern was the health effects of exposure to low-intensity RF/MW
(Radio frequency/Microwave) radiation by the public. According to Barbara Saito,
Nextel's representative for this project, no official studies exist showing the effects a cell
towers emissions might have on the public's health. According to Section
332(C)(7)(B)(iv) of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, "no State or local government
may regulate the placement, construction, and modification of personal wireless
facilities on the basis of the environmental effects of radio frequency emissions to the
extent that such facilities comply with the FCC's regulations concerning such
emissions."
Please see the attached Planning Commission staff report for details on the project, photo
simulations, site plans and elevations. Planning Staff, the Architectural Review Committee, and
the Planning Commission have all reviewed the proposal and recommend approval of this
project y by your Council.
FISCAL IMPACT: (Finance Director Review�p o/ '�
There is no fiscal impact.
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Director of Pla4 Services Assistant City. anager
David H. Ready
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Letter from Maureen Mercury, Ph.D.
3. Resolution
4. Conditions of Approval
5, Planning Commission Staff Report
Department of Planning Services
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CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
DESCRIPTION:
CASE NO: 5.1057 CUP To allow the construction, operation and maintenance of a
Nextel communication facility located at 19345-65 North
APPLICANT: Nextel Communications Indian Avenue, Zone HC, Section 15. APN's: 666-330-051
(Barbara Saito) & 666-330-053.
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27 September 2005
James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs
3200 East Taquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Re: Case 5.1057 CUP, Case 5.1058 CUP
Dear Mr. Thompson:
I propose a moratorium on further construction of the - - nd
elht �s ess until a study with the highest scientific merit
and integrity on health effects of exposure to low-intensity RF/MW
(Radiofrequency/Microwave) radiation is conducted and it is proven that such
sitings are not hazardous to the health of the population in the service
radius.
The International Association of Fire Fighters Division of Occupational
Health, Safety and Medicine, in August 2004, has banned cell towers on all
Fire Department Stations.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency stated, in a July 16, 2002 letter,
"Federal health and safety agencies have not developed policies concerning
risk from long-term, non-thermal exposures. The FCC's exposure guideline is
considered protective of effects arising from a thermal mechanism (RF
radiation from cell towers is non-thermal) but not from all possible
mechanisms. Therefore, the generalization by many that the guidelines
protecting human beings from harm by any or all mechanisms is not
justified."
There exists a body of literature citing epidemiological studies (see the
documents submitted for Cases 5..0979 CUP, 5.0980 CUP, and 5.0985 CUP)
as to cast doubt on the safety of such cell phone transmission towers.
Maureen Mercury, Ph.D.
1937 South Toledo Avenue
Palm Springs, CA 92264
H (760) 778-0062 F (760) 325-0445
27 September 2005
The Planning Commission has not made available, to the public, any details
of the operational capacity of these cell towers. How many megahertz will
they be emitting? What is the service radius?
Remember when we thought that cigarettes were safe for consumption?
Somebody knew they weren't. Remember how long it took for us, the
consumers to get the information of their carcinogenic potential? Cigarette
companies had that information long before we ever saw it. The same game is
afoot here.
I urge the Planning Commission to rescind their recommendation that these
cases go to the City Council pending a more thorough environmental study
that includes how people, not just landscape are affected by these cell towers.
Sincerely,
A
Maureen Mercury, Ph.D.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS APPROVING CASE NO.
5.1057 CUP, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS OF
APPROVAL IN ATTACHED EXHIBIT A — AN
APPLICATION BY NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS TO
CONSTRUCT SIX COMMERCIAL
COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS CONCEALED
WITHIN A NEW 60 FOOT MONOPOLE AND AN
EQUIPMENT SHELTER ON A 1,050 SQUARE FOOT
LEASE AREA AT 19345-65 NORTH INDIAN
AVENUE, ZONE HC, SECTION 15, APNS:
666330051 AND 666330053
WHEREAS, Nextel Communications has filed an application with the City pursuant to
Section 94.02.00 of the Zoning Ordinance for the construction, operation and
maintenance of a Nextel Communications commercial communication facility to include
a 60 foot tall steel monopole with six concealed antennas and 20' x 11.5' x 10'
equipment shelter located at 19345-65 N. Indian Avenue, Zone HC, Section 15; and
WHEREAS, notice of public hearing of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs to
consider Applicant's application for Conditional Use Permit No.5.1057 was given in
accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on September 28, 2005, a public hearing on the application for Conditional
Use Permit No. 5.1057 was held by the Planning Commission in accordance with
applicable law and recommended for approval; and
WHEREAS, on October 19, 2005, a public hearing on the application for Conditional Use
Permit No. 5.1057 was held by the City Council in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was drafted for
this project pursuant to requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
and routed for the required 20-day public review period, which ended September 24,
2005. Although the project could have significant environmental impacts, mitigation
measures were incorporated into the project as conditions of approval, and potentially
significant impacts were reduced to less than significant levels; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully reviewed and considered all of the evidence
presented in connection with the hearing on the project, including, but not limited to, the
staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS DOES HEREBY
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Resolution No.
Page 2
SECTION 1. Pursuant to CEQA, the City Council adopt the Mitigated Negative
Declaration attached hereto, and incorporate the mitigation measures as
conditions of project approval, thus reducing all potentially significant impacts to
less than significant levels.
SECTION 2. Pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 94.02.00, the City Council finds
that:
a. The use applied for at the location set forth in the application is properly one for
which a conditional use permit is authorized by the City Zoning Ordinance.
Pursuant to the Zoning Ordinance, a communications antenna is authorized in
the HC Zone pursuant to approval of a Type II Conditional Use Permit.
b. The use applied for is necessary or desirable for the development of the
community, is in harmony with the various elements or objectives of the General
Plan, and is not detrimental to existing uses or to future uses specifically
permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located.
The proposed communications antenna is in harmony with the various elements
and objectives of the City of Palm Springs General Plan and is not detrimental to
existing uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be
located. The proposed communications antenna will not have a significant visual
impact on its surrounding because of the block wall surrounding the facility, palm
trees screening the pole, and the non-glare surface on the monopole.
C. The site for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said
use, including yards, setbacks, walls or fences, landscaping and other features
required in order to adjust said use to those existing or permitted future uses of
the land in the neighborhood.
The site for the communications antennae, a 1,050 square foot lease area at the
rear corner of an industrial/warehouse development located at 19345-65 N.
Indian Avenue, is adequate in shape and size to accommodate said use,
including all features required in order to adjust said use to those existing or
permitted future uses of the land in the neighborhood. Location of and
development of the lease area will not affect the functioning of the
industrial/warehouse use.
d. The site for the proposed use related to streets and highways is properly
designed and improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic to be generated
by the proposed use.
The site for the proposed communications antennae will not have a direct or
indirect impact on streets and highways and is properly designed in the subject
area.
Resolution No.
Page 3
e. The conditions to be imposed and shown on the approved site plan are deemed
necessary to protect the public health, safety and general welfare, including any
minor modifications of the zone's property development standards.
All proposed conditions of approval are necessary to ensure public health and
safety.
ADOPTED THIS 19th day of October, 2005.
David H. Ready, City Manager
ATTEST:
James Thompson, City Clerk
Resolution No.
Page 4
CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS )
I, JAMES THOMPSON, City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, hereby certify that
Resolution No. is a full, true and correct copy, and was duly adopted at a
regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Palm Springs on
by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs, California
EXHIBIT A
Case No. 5.1057 CUP— Nextel Communications
19345-65 N. Indian Avenue
October 19, 2005
DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the
:satisfaction of the City Engineer, the Director of Planning, the Chief of Police, the Fire Chief or
their designee, depending on which department recommended the condition.
Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into shall be in a form approved
by the City Attorney.
PROJECT SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
Administrative
1. The proposed development of the premises shall conform to all applicable regulations of
the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, or any other City Codes, ordinances
and resolutions which supplement the zoning district regulations.
2. The owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Palm Springs, its agents,
officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm
Springs or its agents, officers or employees to attach, set aside, void or annul, an approval
of the City of Palm Springs, its legislative body, advisory agencies, or administrative
officers concerning Case 5.1057. The City of Palm Springs will promptly notify the
applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm Springs and the
applicant will either undertake defense of the matter and pay the City's associated legal
costs or will advance funds to pay for defense of the matter by the City Attorney. If the
City of Palm Springs fails to promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action or
proceeding or fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not, thereafter, be
responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City of Palm Springs.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the City retains the right to settle or abandon the matter
without the applicant's consent but should it do so, the City shall waive the indemnification
herein, except, the City's decision to settle or abandon a matter following an adverse
judgement or failure to appeal, shall not cause a waiver of the indemnification rights
herein.
3. That the property owner(s) and successors and assignees in interest shall maintain and
repair the improvements including and without limitation sidewalks, bikeways, parkways,
parking areas, landscape, irrigation, lighting, signs, walls, and fences between the curb
and property line, including sidewalk or bikeway easement areas that extend onto private
property, in a first class condition, free from waste and debris, and in accordance with all
applicable law, rules, ordinances and regulations of all federal, state, and local bodies and
agencies having jurisdiction at the property owner's sole expense. This condition shall be
included in the recorded covenant agreement for the property if required by the City.
Cultural Resources
14. Prior to any ground disturbing activity, including clearing and grubbing, installation of
utilities, and/or any construction related excavation, an Archaeologist qualified according
to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines, shall be employed to survey
the area for the presence of cultural resources identifiable on the ground surface.
5. Given that portions of the project area are within an alluvial formation, the possibility of
buried resources is increased. A Native American Monitor shall be present during all
ground-disturbing activities.
a) Experience has shown that there is always a possibility of buried cultural
resources in a project area. Given that, a Native American Monitor(s) shall be
present during all ground disturbing activities including clearing and grubbing,
excavation, burial of utilities, planting of rooted plants, etc. Contact the Agua
Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indian Cultural Office for additional information on the
use and availability of Cultural Resource Monitors. Should buried cultural
deposits be encountered, the Monitor shall contact the Director of Planning
Services and after the consultation the Director shall have the authority to halt
destructive construction and shall notify a Qualified Archaeologist to investigate
and, if necessary, the Qualified Archaeologist shall prepare a treatment plan for
submission to the State Historic Preservation Officer and Agua Caliente Cultural
Resource Coordinator for approval.
b) Two copies of any cultural resource documentation generated in connection with
this project, including reports of investigations, record search results and site
records/updates shall be forwarded to the Tribal Planning, Building, and
Engineering Department and one copy to the City Planning and Zoning
Department prior to final inspection.
Final Design
6. Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for
approval by the Department of Planning and Zoning, Department of Public Works, and
Department of Parks and Recreation, prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape
plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior
to submittal. All landscaping located within the public right of way or within community
facilities districts must be approved by the Public Works Director.
7. The surface of the entire monopole shall be covered in a non-glare coating to the
satisfaction of the Department of Planning Services. The non-glare coating shall be clear
of any color, and the monopole shall not be painted any color.
8. The block wall surrounding the lease area shall be of a color matching any existing block
wall adjacent to the lease area or of a natural sand color to the satisfaction of the
Department of Planning Services.
9. No exposed antennas shall be installed on the monopole, only antennas concealed
within the pole shall be allowed.
10. Two palm trees of a minimum of 35 feet in height shall be planted within the lease area
to best screen the monopole from public view. A water tank shall be installed within the
lease area to keep the palm tress in a healthy living condition at all times.
General Conditions/Code Requirements
11. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall be valid for a period of two (2) years.
Extensions of time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon demonstration of
good cause. Once constructed, the conditional use permit, provided all conditions of
approval have been complied with, does not have a time limit and runs with the land.
12. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a Fugitive Dust and Erosion Control Plan shall be
submitted and approved by the Building Official. Refer to Chapter 8.50 of the Municipal
Code for specific requirements.
13. The grading plan shall show the disposition of all cut and fill materials. Limits of site
disturbance shall be shown and all disturbed areas shall be fully restored or landscaped.
14. No outside storage of any kind shall be permitted except as approved as a part of the
proposed plan.
(Building Department
'15. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
Fire
'16. Provide one 2-A:10-B:C portable fire extinguisher for every 75' of floor or grade travel
distance for normal hazards.
17. Building shall be clearly identified on the exterior. (904.1 CFC)
ll8. If the equipment shelter is within 15 feet of an existing building, then the built-in fire
protection (i.e. fire sprinklers)for that existing building shall be extended to the proposed
shelter.
DATE: September 28, 2005
'TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Director of Planning & Building
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 5.1057 - APPLICATION BY NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS
(BARBARA SAITO) FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION,
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OFA NEXTEL COMMUNICATION FACILITYTO INCLUDEA
(30 FOOT TALL STEEL MONOPOLE AND 20' X 11.5' X 10' EQUIPMENT SHELTER
SURROUNDED BY A 6' TALL BLOCK WALL, LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
'19345-65 N. INDIAN AVENUE, ZONE HC, SECTION 15, APNS: 666-330-051 & 666-330-053.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of Conditional Use Permit
No. 5.1057 for the installation of a communication facility to include a 60-foot tall monopole with
stacked antennas concealed within the pole, a 230 square foot equipment shelter within a 1,050
square foot lease area at the northwest corner of a light industrial/warehouse building, located at
19345-65 N. Indian Avenue. Nextel's representative is Barbra Saito. The property owner is Dobson
& Elliott.
BACKGROUND:
On June 6, 2005, Nextel Communications submitted an application for a Type II Conditional Use
Permit to install a communication facility that will include a 60-foot tall steel monopole with antennas
mounted completely within the pole, a 230 square foot equipment shelter, a six foot tall block wall
surrounding the perimeter of a 1,050 square foot lease area, 60 square foot concrete emergency
generator pad, and two 35-45 foot tall live palm trees.
The property is located at 19345-65 N. Indian Avenue,just north of the Highway 10 intersection, and
contains light industrial/warehouse buildings with automobile service uses, light manufacturing, and
outdoor storage of materials and cars. The lease area will be located in the rear of the property
within a fenced area of outdoor storage. The cell tower lease area will not be visible from N. Indian
Avenue or Highway 10, only the monopole and live palm trees will be visible. No required parking
will be removed to allow this project.
The antenna array will be two three-sided antennae structures separated by four feet. All six
antennas will be concealed within a 36"cylindrical steel 60-foot tall cell tower. No exposed antennas
crfake palm leaves are proposed, as this type of pole will have the least visual impact.Also,two live
palm trees at heights of 35 and 45 feet will help to screen the steel pole. Per the recommendations
of the Architectural Advisory Committee,Staff has included a condition of approval requiring the pole
to be covered with an anti-glare coating and not painted any color.
The associated equipment will be housed in a 20'x 11.5'x 10' 1-hourfire rated state approved radio
equipment shelter. The equipment shelter will be surrounded and screened by a six-foot tall block
wall painted a natural earth tone color. Two 4' wide wrought iron gates will provide access to the
shelter and monopole. An irrigation water tank will be included within the block wall lease area for
watering of the palm trees.
ANALYSIS:
The proposed monopole is completely outside any compatibility zones of the Riverside County
Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, and as such, not subject to the requirements of the Plan.
The site is surrounded by light industrial/warehouse uses, outdoor storage, and a new FexEx
building. Further to the north and northeast are multiple windmills that are taller than the proposed
E30'tall monopole. A monopole and cell tower facility is a compatible use with all surrounding uses.
The idea of a monopole with no exposed antennas was the match the look of some of the windmill
structures.
The project went before the Architectural Advisory Committee on August 22, 2005. The AAC
approved of the project's design and layout with the following recommendations: the block wall
should be painted to match the color of existing block wall at the site or a natural sand color;and the
monopole should not be painted any color, but should be coated with a non-glare material. These
AAC recommendations have been incorporated into the resolution as conditions of approval.
E=NVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS AND NOTIFICATION:
A Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was drafted for this project pursuant to
requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)and routed for the required 20-day
public review period,which ended September 24,2005. No comments were received on this project.
Although the project will have significant environmental impacts, mitigation measures were
incorporated into the project as conditions of approval, which would reduce potentially significant
impacts to a less than significant level. The Planning Commission should recommend that the City
Council adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts pursuant to CEQA.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of the
Conditional Use Permit No. 5.1057, subject to the conditions set forth in Exhibit A of the resolution.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Vicinity Map
2. Site Plans/Elevations
3. Photo Simulations
4. Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
5. Resolution/Conditions
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CASE NO: 5.1057 CUP To allow the construction, operation and maintenance of a
Nextel communication facility located at 19345-65 North
APPLICANT: Nextel Communications Indian Avenue, Zone HC, Section 15. APN's: 666-330-051
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RESOLUTION NO. _
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL, SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS STATED, OF
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 5.1057, FOR NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS, FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF A NEXTEL COMMUNICATION
FACILITY TO INCLUDE A 60 FOOT TALL STEEL MONOPOLE AND 20' X 11.5' X 10'
EQUIPMENT SHELTER SURROUNDED BY A 6' TALL BLOCK WALL, LOCATED IN THE
NORTHWEST CORNER AT 19345-65 N. INDIAN AVENUE,ZONE HC,SECTION 15,APNS: 666-
330-051 & 666-330-053, AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF.
WHEREAS, Nextel Communications has filed an application with the City pursuant to
Section 94.02.00 of the Zoning Ordinance for the construction, operation and maintenance of a
Nextel communication facility to include a 60 foot tall steel monopole and 20'x 11.5'x 10'equipment
shelter surrounded by a 6'tall block wall, at 19345-65 N. Indian Avenue, Zone HC, Section 15; and
WHEREAS, notice of public hearing of the Planning Commission of the City of Palm Springs
to consider Applicant's application for Conditional Use Permit No.5.1057 was given in accordance
with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on September 28, 2005, a public hearing on the application for Conditional Use
Permit No. 5.1057 was held by the Planning Commission in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was drafted for this
project pursuant to requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)and routed for
the required 20-day public review period, which ended September 24, 2005. Although the project
could have significant environmental impacts, mitigation measures were incorporated into the
project as conditions of approval, and potentially significant impacts were reduced to less than
significant levels; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has carefully reviewed and considered all of the
evidence presented in connection with the hearing on the project, including, but not limited to, the
staff report, and all written and oral testimony presented.
THE PLANNING COMMISSION HEREBY FINDS AS FOLLOWS:
_Section 1: Pursuant to CEQA,the Planning Commission recommends that the City Council adopt
the Mitigated Negative Declaration attached hereto, and incorporate the mitigation
measures as conditions of project approval, thus reducing all potentially significant
impacts to less than significant levels.
Section 2: Pursuantto Zoning Ordinance Section 94.02.00,the Planning Commission finds that:
a. The use applied for at the location set forth in the application is properly one for which a
conditional use permit is authorized by the City Zoning Ordinance.
Pursuant to the Zoning Ordinance, a communications antenna is authorized in the
HC Zone pursuant to approval of a Type 11 Conditional Use Permit.
b. The use applied for is necessary or desirable for the development of the community, is in
harmony with the various elements or objectives of the General Plan, and is not detrimental
to existing uses or to future uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use
is to be located.
The proposed communications antenna is in harmonywith the various elements and
objectives of the City of Palm Springs General Plan and is not detrimental to existing
uses specifically permitted in the zone in which the proposed use is to be located.
The proposed communications antenna will not have a significant visual impact on
its surrounding because of the block wall surrounding the facility, palm trees
screening the pole, and the non-glare surface on the monopole.
C. The site for the intended use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use,
including yards, setbacks,walls or fences, landscaping and other features required in order
to adjust said use to those existing or permitted future uses of the land in the neighborhood.
The site for the communications antennae, a 1,050 square foot lease area at the
rear corner of an industrial/warehouse development located at 19345-65 N. Indian
Avenue, is adequate in shape and size to accommodate said use, including all
features required in order to adjust said use to those existing or permitted future
uses of the land in the neighborhood. Location of and development of the lease
area will not affect the functioning of the industrial/warehouse use.
d. The site for the proposed use related to streets and highways is properly designed and
improved to carry the type and quantity of traffic to be generated by the proposed use.
The site forthe proposed communications antennae will not have a direct or indirect
impact on streets and highways and is properly designed in the subject area.
e. The conditions to be imposed and shown on the approved site plan are deemed necessary
to protect the public health, safety and general welfare, including any minor modifications of
the zone's property development standards.
All proposed conditions of approval are necessary to ensure public health and
safety.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that, based upon the foregoing, the Planning Commission
hereby recommends approval of Case No. 5.1057 CUP to the City Council, subject to those
conditions set forth in the attached Exhibit A.
ADOPTED this 28th day of September, 2005.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTENTIONS:
ATTEST:
Chairman of the Planning Commission Secretary of the Planning Commission
EXHIBIT A
Case No. 5.1057 CUP — Nextel Communications
19345-65 N. Indian Avenue
September 28, 2005
DRAFT CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
Before final acceptance of the project, all conditions listed below shall be completed to the
;satisfaction of the City Engineer, the Director of Planning, the Chief of Police, the Fire Chief or
their designee, depending on which department recommended the condition.
Any agreements, easements or covenants required to be entered into shall be in a form approved
by the City Attorney.
PROJECT SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
Administrative
1. The proposed development of the premises shall conform to all applicable regulations of
the Palm Springs Zoning Ordinance, Municipal Code, or any other City Codes, ordinances
and resolutions which supplement the zoning district regulations.
2',. The owner shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Palm Springs, its agents,
officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm
Springs or its agents, officers or employees to attach, set aside, void or annul, an approval
of the City of Palm Springs, its legislative body, advisory agencies, or administrative
officers concerning Case 5.1057. The City of Palm Springs will promptly notify the
applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City of Palm Springs and the
applicant will either undertake defense of the matter and pay the City's associated legal
costs or will advance funds to pay for defense of the matter by the City Attorney. If the
City of Palm Springs fails to promptly notify the applicant of any such claim, action or
proceeding or fails to cooperate fully in the defense, the applicant shall not, thereafter, be
responsible to defend, indemnify, or hold harmless the City of Palm Springs.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the City retains the right to settle or abandon the matter
without the applicant's consent but should it do so, the City shall waive the indemnification
herein, except, the City's decision to settle or abandon a matter following an adverse
judgement or failure to appeal, shall not cause a waiver of the indemnification rights
herein.
3. That the property owner(s) and successors and assignees in interest shall maintain and
repair the improvements including and without limitation sidewalks, bikeways, parkways,
parking areas, landscape, irrigation, lighting, signs, walls, and fences between the curb
and property line, including sidewalk or bikeway easement areas that extend onto private
property, in a first class condition, free from waste and debris, and in accordance with all
applicable law, rules, ordinances and regulations of all federal, state, and local bodies and
agencies having jurisdiction at the property owner's sole expense. This condition shall be
included in the recorded covenant agreement for the property if required by the City.
Cultural Resources
14. Prior to any ground disturbing activity, including clearing and grubbing, installation of
utilities, and/or any construction related excavation, an Archaeologist qualified according
to the Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Guidelines, shall be employed to survey
the area for the presence of cultural resources identifiable on the ground surface.
5. Given that portions of the project area are within an alluvial formation, the possibility of
buried resources is increased. A Native American Monitor shall be present during all
ground-disturbing activities.
a) Experience has shown that there is always a possibility of buried cultural
resources in a project area. Given that, a Native American Monitor(s) shall be
present during all ground disturbing activities including clearing and grubbing,
excavation, burial of utilities, planting of rooted plants, etc. Contact the Agua
Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indian Cultural Office for additional information on the
use and availability of Cultural Resource Monitors. Should buried cultural
deposits be encountered, the Monitor shall contact the Director of Planning
Services and after the consultation the Director shall have the authority to halt
destructive construction and shall notify a Qualified Archaeologist to investigate
and, if necessary, the Qualified Archaeologist shall prepare a treatment plan for
submission to the State Historic Preservation Officer and Agua Caliente Cultural
Resource Coordinator for approval.
b) Two copies of any cultural resource documentation generated in connection with
this project, including reports of investigations, record search results and site
records/updates shall be forwarded to the Tribal Planning, Building, and
Engineering Department and one copy to the City Planning and Zoning
Department prior to final inspection.
Final Design
6. Final landscaping, irrigation, exterior lighting, and fencing plans shall be submitted for
approval by the Department of Planning and Zoning, Department of Public Works, and
Department of Parks and Recreation, prior to issuance of a building permit. Landscape
plans shall be approved by the Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner's Office prior
to submittal. All landscaping located within the public right of way or within community
facilities districts must be approved by the Public Works Director.
7. The surface of the entire monopole shall be covered in a non-glare coating to the
satisfaction of the Department of Planning Services. The non-glare coating shall be clear
of any color, and the monopole shall not be painted any color.
8. The block wall surrounding the lease area shall be of a color matching any existing block
wall adjacent to the lease area or of a natural sand color to the satisfaction of the
Department of Planning Services.
9. No exposed antennas shall be installed on the monopole, only antennas concealed
within the pole shall be allowed.
10. Two palm trees of a minimum of 35 feet in height shall be planted within the lease area
to best screen the monopole from public view. A water tank shall be installed within the
lease area to keep the palm tress in a healthy living condition at all times.
General Conditions/Code Requirements
11. The Conditional Use Permit approval shall be valid for a period of two (2) years.
Extensions of time may be granted by the Planning Commission upon demonstration of
good cause. Once constructed, the conditional use permit, provided all conditions of
approval have been complied with, does not have a time limit and runs with the land.
12. Prior to issuance of a grading permit, a Fugitive Dust and Erosion Control Plan shall be
submitted and approved by the Building Official. Refer to Chapter 8.50 of the Municipal
Code for specific requirements.
13. The grading plan shall show the disposition of all cut and fill materials. Limits of site
disturbance shall be shown and all disturbed areas shall be fully restored or landscaped.
'14. No outside storage of any kind shall be permitted except as approved as a part of the
proposed plan.
Building Department
15. Prior to any construction on-site, all appropriate permits must be secured.
Fire
16. Provide one 2-A:10-B:C portable fire extinguisher for every 75' of floor or grade travel
distance for normal hazards.
17. Building shall be clearly identified on the exterior. (904.1 CFC)
18, If the equipment shelter is within 15 feet of an existing building, then the built-in fire
protection (i.e. fire sprinklers) for that existing building shall be extended to the proposed
shelter.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FORM
1. Project title:
Case No. 5.1057 - Nextel Communications Cell Tower Site Number CA-7282, Painted Hill - at
19345-65 North Indian Avenue
2. Lead agency name and address:
City of Palm Springs
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
3. Contact person and phone number:
Joe Prulch, Principal Planner (Contract)
(760) 323-8245
4. Project location:
19345-65 North Indian Avenue, Palm Springs, CA. APN: 666-330-051, 666-330-053
:i. Project sponsor's name and address:
Ms. Barbara Saito
Nextel Communications
310 Commerce Dr.
Irvine, CA 92620
6. General plan designation:
IND (Indushrial)
7. Zoning:
HC (Highway Commercial)
The "HC" highway commercial zone is intended to provide for the development of a
commercial district providing for the retail and service needs of freeway travelers.
81. Description of project:
The proposed project consists of the construction, operation and maintenance of a Nextel
communication facility (cell tower) located on a 35' x 30' leased area on a site currently
containing industrial and storage buildings at 19345-65 North Indian Avenue, in the City of
Palm Springs. The proposed project includes a directional antenna mounted on a 60-foot
tall steel monopole, a 11'-6" x 20' x 10' 1-hour fire rated state approved radio shelter, a
portable generator concrete pad, and a 6' high block wall around the perimeter of the
Nextel leased area. There would be no exposed antennas. The Palm trees would be
planted within the perimeter of the block wall to provide screening of the equipment shelter
and the monopole. The un-staffed communication facility would be in continuous operation
24-hours per day, 7 days per week. It is anticipated that one maintenance engineer would
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visit the site on a monthly basis for maintenance and repairs. There is no nighttime lighting
proposed as part of the project. The proposed project is allowed under the existing zoning
designation; however, a conditional use permit (CUP) is required.
9. Surrounding land uses and setting: Briefly describe the project's surroundings:
The proposed project is within an existing industrial park. Land to the west of the project site
is currently vacant. There are existing industrial/storage buildings on the project site. The
surrounding facilities are in generally poor condition and in need of deferred maintenance
improvements and site clean up.
10. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or
participation agreement).
a. Palm Springs Police Department
b. Palm Springs Fire Department
c. Palm Springs Building Inspector
d. Riverside County Environmental Health Department
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(ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project,
involving of least one impact that is a 'Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the
checklist on the following pages.
❑ Aesthetics ❑ Agriculture Resources ❑ Air Quality
❑ Biological Resources ® Cultural Resources ❑ Geology/Soils
❑ Hazards & Hazardous Materials ❑ Hydrology/Water Quality ❑ Land Use/Planning
❑ Mineral Resources ❑ Noise ❑ Population/Housing
❑ Public Services ❑ Recreation ❑ Transportation/Traffic
❑ Utilities/Service Systems ❑ Mandatory Findings of Significance
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DETERMINATION: (To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
❑ I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the
environment, and a NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find [hat although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
® environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because revisions in the
project have been made by or agreed to by the project proponent. A MITIGATED
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
❑ I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment,
and an ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or
'.potentially significant unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one
effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based
on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, because all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed
adequately in an earlier FIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION pursuant to applicable
standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier FIR or
NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed
upon the propq ed project, nothing further is required.
Signaf ure;yoe Prutch Date
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1) A brief explanation is required for all answers 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 like the one
involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should be
explained where it is based on project-specific factors as well as general standards (e.g., the
project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project-specific
screening analysis).
2) All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off-site as well as on-
site, cumulative as well as project-level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as
operational impacts.
3) Once the lead agency has determined that a particular physical impact may occur, then
the checklist answers must indicate whether the impact is potentially significant, less than
significant with mitigation, or less than significant. 'Potentially Significant Impact" is
appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect may be significant. If there are one
or more 'Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the determination is made, an FIR is
required.
4) "Negative Declaration: Less Than Significant With 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"Earlier Analyses," as described in (5) below, may be cross-referenced).
5) Earlier analyses may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA
process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration.
Section 15063(c)(3)(D). In this case, a brief discussion should identify the following:
a) Earlier Analysis Used. Identify and state where they are available for review.
b) Impacts Adequately Addressed. Identify which effects from the above checklist were
within the scope of and adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and state whether such effects were addressed by
mitigation measures based on the earlier analysis.
c) Mitigation Measures. For effects that are "Less than Significant with Mitigation Measures
Incorporated;' describe the mitigation measures that were incorporated or refined from
the earlier document and the extent to which they address site-specific conditions for
the project.
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.
7j Supporting Information Sources: A source list should be attached, and other sources used or
individuals contacted should be cited in the discussion.
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8) This is only a suggested form, and lead agencies are free to use different formats; however,
lead agencies should normally address the questions from this checklist that are relevant to a
project's environmental effects in whatever format is selected.
9) The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) The significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and
b) The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce [he impact to less than significant.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
I. AESTHETICS. Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic El ❑ ® ❑
vista?
b) Substantially damage scenic resources,
including, but not limited to, trees, rock ❑ El ® ❑
outcroppings, and historic buildings within a
state scenic highway?
c) Substantially degrade the existing visual
character or quality of the site and its ❑ ❑ ® ❑
surroundings?
d) Create a new source of substantial light or glare
that would adversely affect day or nighttime ❑ ❑ ® ❑
views in the area?
a-b) Less than Significant. The site and surrounding area are generally flat and do not contain
any scenic vistas. This project is not located within a state scenic highway corridor. The
site is currently being used for industrial storage. Wind turbines are located north of the
project site. Scenic vistas are the distant San Gorgonio and San Jacinto Mountain
ranges. Since this is an in-fill project in an existing industrial area, it is not expected to
cause any significant impact to scenic vistas.
c-d) Less than Significant. This project is located on a paved area with minimal scrub and
boulder coverage. Numerous pieces of furniture and assorted garbage have been
dumped along the roadways in the vicinity of the site. The site is currently used for
industrial storage and has a poor visual quality. The proposed communication facility
would be a single monopole that would be aesthetically similar to existing wind turbines
located in the project vicinity. A 6-foot brick wall would enclose the proposed project,
which would be an aesthetic improvement from the existing chain-link fence that
surrounds the property on which the proposed project would be located. There is no
nighttime lighting proposed as part of the project. The proposed monopole would
extend approximately 60 feet into the skyline. The pole would be covered with a non-
glare material to reduce glare from the sun. The pole would be of a color to blend into
the skyline and to resemble the existing wind turbines in the project area. The skyline in
the project vicinity is already permeated by wind turbine poles, which are significantly
taller than the 60-foot monopole proposed. The addition of the proposed monopole
would not significantly alter the existing visual character of the project site or project
vicinity. This impact is considered less than significant.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
II. AGRICULTURE RESOURCES. In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are
significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to the California Agricultural Land
Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997), prepared by the California Department of
Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. Would
the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland),
as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the ❑ ❑ ❑
Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of
the California Resources Agency, to non-
agricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural El El El
use, or a Williamson Act contract?
c) Involve other changes in the existing
environment, which, clue to their location or ❑ ❑ ❑
nature, could result in conversion of Farmland
to non-agricultural use?
a) No Impact. The Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of the California Resources
Agency has not designated this area as Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or Farmland
of Statewide Importance. No impact to farmland would occur.
b) No Impact. No Williamson Act Contracts are located on the parcel comprising the
project site. Furthermore, no Williamson Act Contracts are located in the immediate
vicinity of the project site (Williamson Act Contracts) of the Palm Springs General Plan EIR
(Palm Springs, 1992). Therefore, no impacts to Williamson Act Contracts would occur.
c) No Impact. The proposed project site is located in an urban area surrounded by an
existing industrial park. Implementation of the proposed project would therefore not
result in conversion of farmland to non-agricultural uses. There will be no impact to
agricultural land.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
III. AIR QUALITY. Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality
management or air pollution control district may be relied upon to make the following
determinations. Would the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of the ❑ ❑ IN ❑
applicable air quality plan?
b) Violate any air quality standard or contribute ❑ ❑ ® ❑
substantially to an existing or projected air
quality violation?
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable net
increase of any criteria pollutant for which the
project region is in non-attainment under an ❑ 1-1 ® ❑
applicable federal or state ambient air quality
standard (including releasing emissions that
exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone
precursors)?
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant ❑ ❑ ® ❑
concentrations?
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a substantial ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
number of people?
a-e) Less than Significant. The project is within the jurisdiction of the South County Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD). The SCQAMD Governing Board adopted the 2003 Air
Quality Management Plan (AQMP) on August 1, 2003. The 2003 AQMP updates the
attainment demonstration for federal standards for ozone and PM10; replaces the 1997
attainment demonstration for the federal carbon monoxide (CO) standard and provides
a basis for a maintenance plan for CO for the future; and updates the maintenance
plan for the federal nitrogen dioxide (NO2) standard that the South Coast Air Basin has
met since 1992. The revision of the AQMP points to the urgent need for additional
emissions reductions (beyond those incorporated in the 1997199 Plan) from all sources,
specifically those under the jurisdiction of the California Air Resources Board and the US
EPA which account for approximately 80 percent of the ozone precursor emissions in the
Basin (www.aqmd.gov/cigmp/).
The project is not anticipated to conflict with or obstruct implementation of 2003 AQMP.
There will be no impact.
The Federal and California State Ambient Air Quality Standards for important pollutants
are summarized in Table 1 and described in detail below.
TABLE 1
FEDERAL AND STATE AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS
Pollutant Averaging Time Federal Primary Standard State Standard
1-Hour 0.12 ppm 0.09 PPM
Ozone(03) 8-Houk 0.08 ppm --
8-1-lour 9.0 ppm 9.0 ppm
Carbon Monoxide (CO)
1-Hour 35.0 ppm 20.0 ppm
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Annual 0.05 ppm —
Nitrogen Oxide(NO,) 1-flour — 0.25 ppm
Annual 0.03 ppm —
Sulfur Dioxide(SO2) 24-Hour 0.14 ppm 0.05 ppm
1-Hour — 0.5 ppm
Annual 50/g/m3 30/g/ms
Plot, Annual
150/g/m' 50/g/m'
Annual 15/Win' --
PM 21 24-Hour 65/g/r1M3
Lead 30-Day Avg. — 1.5/g/m3
Month Avg. 1.5/g/m' -
Source: California Air Resources Board, "Ambient Air Quality Standards,'January 25, 1999
ppm =parts per million
1g1m3 = Micrograms per Cubic Meter
Ozone(0,)is the most prevalent of a class of photochemical oxidants formed in the urban atmosphere. The creation of ozone is a
result of complex chemical reactions between hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen in the presence of sunshine. Unlike other
pollutants, ozone is not released directly into the atmosphere from any sources. The major sources of oxides of nitrogen and reactive
hydrocarbons, (mown as ozone precursors,are combustion sources such as factories and automobiles,and evaporation of solvents and
I uels. The health effects of ozone are eye irritation and damage to lung tissues.
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, toxic gas formed by incomplete combustion of fossil fuels. CO concentrations are
generally higher in the winter, when meteorological conditions favor the build-up of directly emitted contaminants CO health
warning and emergency episodes occur almost entirely during the winter The most significant source of carbon monoxide is gasoline-
powered automobiles, as a result of inefficient fuel usage in internal combustion engines. Various industrial processes also emit
carbon monoxide.
Nitrogen Oxides(NOx) the primary receptors of ultraviolet light initiating the photochemical reactions to produce smog. Nitric oxide
combines with oxygen in the presence of reactive hydrocarbons and sunlight to form nitrogen dioxide and ozone. Oxides of nitrogen
are contributors to other air pollution problems including:high levels of fine particulate matter,poor visibility and acid deposition.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) results from the combustion of high sulfur content fuels Fuel combustion is the major source of 502, while
chemical plants, sulfur recovery plants, and metal processing are mmor contributors. Sulfates result from a relation of sulfur dioxide
and oxygen in the presence of sunlight S02 levels are generally higher in the winter than in the summer(when sunlight is plentiful
and sulfate is more readily formed).
Particulate Matter(PMIO and PM2.5) consists of particles in the atmosphere as a by-product of fuel combustion, through abrasion
such as tire wear, and through soil erosion by wind. Particulates can also be formed through photochemical reactions in the
atmosphere. PM10 refers to finely divided solids or liquids such as soot, dust, and aerosols which are 10 microns of less in diameter
and can enter the lungs. Fine particles are those less than 2 5 micrometers in diameter and are also referred to as PM2.5.
Lead is found in old paints and coatings,plumbing and a variety of other materials. Once in the bloodstream, lead can cause damage
to the brain, nervous system,and other body systems Children are most susceptible to the effects of lead. The South County Air Basin
' and riverside County portion of the Salton Sea Air Basin are in attainment for the federal and State standards for lead
The SCQAMD has established significance thresholds for operational and construction-
related emissions. Daily and quarterly thresholds are established. Since a project's
quarterly emissions are determined by averaging over a 3-month period (including only
actual working days), it is possible to not exceed the quarterly thresholds while
exceeding the daily thresholds shown in Table 2.
TABLE 2
EMISSIONS SIGNIFICANCE THRESHOLD CRITERIA(POUNDS/DAY)
Pollutant CO ROG NO, SO, PM,L
Operational Emissions
Pounds/Day 550 55 55 150 150
Construction Emissions
Pounds/Day 550 75 100 150 150
Source: SCQAMD, CEQA Air Quality Handbook, November 1993
Projects in the Coachella Valley with peak (highest daily) operation-related emissions that exceed any of these
emissions thresholds should be considered significant.
The project site is also located within the Salton Sea Air Basin. This basin has been
designated as a "severe-17" Ozone non-attainment area due to violations of the federal
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ambient air quality standards for ozone primarily due to pollutant transport from the
South Coast Air Basin. This designation indicates that the attainment date for Federal
ozone standards is November 2007 (17 years after the enactment of the Federal Clean
Air Act).
The project's proposed land use is consistent with the existing City General Plan and
Zoning. When adopted in 1993, the City Council adopted a Statement of Overriding
Consideration regarding air quality. This statement acknowledges that it is not feasible to
reduce City-growth impacts to air quality to a level of insignificance at this time. The
project would also be consistent with the South Coast Air Quality Management District
CEQA Air Quality Handbook.
Construction of the proposed project would result in the disturbance of the site that
could generate dust. The project developer will be required to complete a Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Plan SWPPP/PM10 Plan that must be prepared and implemented to
the satisfaction of the City Building and Safety Department. The Plan must be consistent
with the approved AQMD standards intended to minimize health hazards.
The site is located within an existing industrial park. No sensitive receptors are located
within approximately one mile of the project boundary nor is the creation of
objectionable orders expected from the proposed project.
The proposed project will have no significant air quality impacts.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either directly
or through habitat modifications, on any species
identified as a candidate, sensitive, or special
status species in local or regional plans, policies ❑ ❑ ❑
or regulations, or by the California Department
of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service?
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any riparian
habitat or other sensitive natural community
identified in local or regional plans, policies or ❑ ❑ ❑
regulations, or by the California Department of
Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on federally
protected wetlands, as defined by Section 404 of
the Clean Water Act (including, but not limited El ❑ Elto, marsh, vernal pool, coastal wetlands, etc.),
through direct removal, filling, hydrological
interruption or other means?
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of any
native resident or migratory fish or wildlife
species or with established native resident or ❑ ❑ ❑
migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use of
native wildlife nursery sites?
e) Conflict with any local policies of ordinances
protecting biological resources, such as a tree ❑ ❑ ❑
preservation policy or ordinance?
t) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural Community ❑ ❑ ❑
Conservation Plan, or other approved local,
regional or state habitat conservation plan?
a) No Impact. The project would not have a substantial adverse effect, either directly or
through habitat modifications, on any species identified as a candidate, sensitive, or
special status species in local or regional plans, policies or regulations, or by the
California Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The proposed
project site is located in a developed, industrial area of Palm Springs, and no sensitive
habitat occurs onsite. Therefore, the project would not result in impacts to endangered,
threatened, or rare species or their habitats.
b) No Impact. The site is not identified as having any natural community that could be
affected by the project. Therefore, the project would not have an adverse effect on
any riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community.
c) No Impact. Section 404 of the Clean Water Act regulates the dredge and/or fill of waters
and wetlands of the United States, specifically relating to how these activities may cause
an adverse effect to, or loss of, federal wetland/water resources. Regulatory responsibility
falls under the jurisdictional authority of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE). Under
Section 404, any development or activity which may result in temporary or permanent
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impacts to these federally-protected resources must prepare a Pre-Construction
Notification for review, and potential permitting, by the ACOE. The site does not contain
any wetland areas or waters. Therefore, no impact to federally protected wetlands as
defined by Section 404 would occur.
d) No Impact. The project site is located within an existing industrial park and is currently
paved. It may potentially be used by local wildlife as a corridor between the hills north of
the site to areas along the Whitewater River. However, due to the proximity of industrial
developments to the east and north, it is logical to assume that wildlife would use areas
of less human habitation such as the wind generation parks west of the site as corridors.
No impact is anticipated.
e) No Impact. The project does not propose any removal or disturbance of sensitive
biological resources or landmark trees. Therefore, no conflicts with local policies or
ordinances protecting biological resources would occur.
f) No Impact. The City of Palm Springs does not have an adopted Habitat Conservation
Plan, Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or State
habitat conservation plan. Therefore, the project would have no impact on these types
of plans.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially with Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorpmated Impact No Impact
1✓. CULTURAL RESOURCES. Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the ❑ ® ❑ ❑
significance of a historical resource as defined in
§ 15064.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the ❑ ® ❑ El
of an archaeological resource
pursuant to § 15064.5?
c) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique ❑ ® ❑ ❑
paleontological resource or site or unique
geological feature?
d) Disturb any human remains, including those ❑ ® ❑ ❑
interred outside of formal cemeteries?
a-d) Less than Significant with Mitigation Incorporated. The site has been previously graded.
As defined in CEQA 15064.5, no significant historic resources exist on this site.
The General Plan for the City of Palm Springs indicates there should be no impact to
prehistoric archeological resources as a result of this project. The Archeological
Research Unit at the University of California, Riverside, conducted a survey in 1993 that
included the proposed project site. At that time there were no rock shelters, lithic
workshops, milling features or seasonal habitation areas noted within the vicinity of the
proposed site.
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians utilized a vast territory beyond the bounds of
the existing reservation. The possibility of finding human remains does exist in this area. In
accordance with Public Resources Code 5.097.94, if human remains are found, the
Riverside County Coroner must be notified within 24 hours of the discovery. If the coroner
determines that the remains are not recent, the coroner will notify the Native American
Heritage Commission in Sacramento to determine the most likely descendent for the
area. The designated Native American representative then determines in consultation
with the property owner the disposition of the human remains.
Due to the proximity of Tribal lands, there is the potential for previously undiscovered
cultural resources to be discovered during project construction and site grading
activities. Tribal interests in such previously undiscovered resources prescribes the
following Conditions of Approval, which shall be incorporated into the entitlement
process as mitigation measures.
Mitigation
1. An archeologist qualified according to the Secretary of Interior's Guidelines shall
perform a record search of the proposed project area, to be conducted prior to the
initiation of construction.
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2. A Cultural Resources Monitor, designated by the Agua Caliente Cultural Resource
Office, shall be present during all ground-disturbing activities. Should buried deposits be
encountered, the Cultural Resources Monitor shall have the authority to halt construction
and notify a Qualified Archaeologist (Secretary of the Interior's Standards and
Guidelines) to prepare a mitigation plan for submission to the City, State Historic
Preservation Officer and the Agua Caliente Cultural Resource coordinator for approval
and any repatriation of cultural materials be done in cooperation with the Agua
Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.
Implementation of the mitigation measures identified above will reduce potential impacts to
cultural resources to less than significant.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS. Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential substantial
adverse effects, including the risk of loss, injury or
death, involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as
delineated on the most recent Alquist-Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the
State Geologist for the area or based on other ❑ ❑ ® ❑
substantial evidence of a known fault? Refer to
Division of Mines and Geology Special
Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
iii) Seismic-related ground failure, including El El Elliquefaction?
iv) Landslides? ❑ ❑ ❑ Z
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of El ❑ Eltopsoil?
c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is
unstable, or that would become unstable as a result
of the project, and potentially result in on- or off- ❑ ❑ ❑ 51
site landslide, lateral spreading, subsidence,
liquefaction or collapse?
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in Table
18-1-B of the Uniform Building Code (1994), ❑ ❑ ❑
creating substantial risks to life or property?
e) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting the
use of septic tanks or alternative wastewater ❑ El El
systems where sewers are not available for
the disposal of wastewater?
a)
i) Less than significant impact. The majority of Riverside County lies within areas
subject to seismic hazards. The subject site lies approximately one mile south of
the Banning Fault, Mission Creek Strand. The site is not located within an Alquist-
Priolo earthquake hazard zone and there are no known faults crossing the project
site. However, the project site, as with virtually all sites within the state, would be
vulnerable to ground shaking in the event of an earthquake. The project site and
surrounding vicinity are relatively flat, eliminating the potential for landslides. The
City of Palm Springs General Plan requires that the project be designed and
constructed in accordance with the requirements of the Uniform Building Code
(UBC). Adherence to the provisions of the UBC would reduce potential for
structural damage in the event of an earthquake. Therefore, a less than
significant impact would occur.
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it Less than significant impact. Any major earthquake damage in the City of Palm
Springs is likely to occur from ground shaking and seisrnically related ground and
structural failures. Local soil conditions, such as topography, soil strength,
thickness, density, water content, and firmness of underlying bedrock affect
seismic response. Seismically induced shaking and some damage should be
expected to occur but damage should be no more severe in the project area
than elsewhere in the region. Therefore, a less than significant impact would
occur.
iii) No impact. There are no known geological hazards caused by ground failure or
liquefaction, which would prevent use of the site. Therefore, no impact would
occur.
iv) No impact. The ground is level and approval of the project would not expose
people or structures to potential landslides.Therefore, no impact would occur.
b) Less than significant impact. Existing codes regulate land grading and erosion control if
and when construction occurs during winter months (November-March). A Storm Water
Prevention Plan (SWPP) is required to be implemented as well. Therefore, a less than
significant impact would occur.
c-d) No Impact. See items a and b, above.
e) No Impact. The proposed project would not generate any wastewater and no septic
facilities are proposed as part of the project. Therefore, no impact would occur.
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Less Than
Potentially Significant With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
VII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. Would the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through the routine transport, use or ❑ ❑ ❑
disposal of hazarcous materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public or the
environment through reasonably foreseeable
upset and accident conditions involving the ❑ ❑ ❑
release of hazardous materials into the
environment?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or
acutely hazardous materials, substances or waste El ❑ El
one-quarter mile of an existing or
proposed school?
d) Be located on a site which is included on a list of
hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to
Government Code §65962.5 and, as a result, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
would it create a significant hazard to the public
or the environment?
e) For a project located within an airport land use
plan area or, where such a plan has not been
adopted, within two miles of a public airport or a ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
public use airport, would the project result in a
safety hazard for people residing or working in
the project area?
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project result in a safety hazard ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
for people residing or working in the project area?
g) Impair implementation of, or physically interfere
with, an adopted emergency response plan or ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
emergency evacuation plan?
h) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of
loss, injury or death involving wildland fires,
including where wildlands are adjacent to ❑ ❑ ❑
urbanized areas or where residences are
intermixed with wildlands?
a, b) No Impact. The proposed project would not create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through the routine transport, use or disposal of hazardous materials
Therefore, no impact would occur.
c-d) No Impact. The project site is not included on a list of hazardous materials sites compiled
pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. No impact would occur.
e-f) No Impact. The nearest airport is the Palm Springs Regional Airport located at Gene
Autry Trail. The proposed project site is not within the Noise Impact Combining Zone
(Palm Springs General Plan 1993).Therefore, no impact would occure
g) No Impact. The City of Palm Springs Emergency Plan was established to address
planned response to extraordinary emergency situations associated with natural disasters
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and technological incidents. The Plan focuses on operational concepts relative to large-
scale disasters, which can pose major threats to life and properly requiring unusual
emergency responses. Therefore, no impact is anlicipafed.
h) No Impact. Based on the site's location in an urban area, it would not be subject to
wildland fire. No impact would occur.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
VIII. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY. Would the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or waste
discharge requirements? ❑ ❑ ❑
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or
interfere substantially with groundwater recharge
such that there would be a net deficit in aquifer
volume or a lowering of the local groundwater ❑ El ❑
table level (e.g., the production rate of pre-existing
nearby wells would drop to a level which would
not support existing land uses or planned uses for
which permits have been granted)?
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of
the site or area, including through the alteration of
the course of a stream or river, in a manner which ❑ ❑ ❑
would result in substantial erosion or siltation on-or
off-site?
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern of
the site or area, including through the alteration of
the course of a stream or river, or substantially ❑ ❑ ❑
increase the rate or amount of surface runoff in a
manner that would result in flooding on-or off-site?
e) Create or contribute runoff water which would
exceed the capacity of existing or planned El ❑ ❑
stormwater drainage systems or provide substantial
additional sources of polluted runoff?
f) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality? ❑ ❑ ❑
g) Place housing within a 100-year flood hazard area
as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard Boundary or ❑ ❑ 1-1 ❑
Flood Insurance Rate Map or other flood hazard
delineation map?
h) Place within a 100-year flood hazard area structures
that would impede or redirect flood flows? ❑ ❑ ❑
i) Expose people or structures to a significant risk of
loss, injury or death involving flooding, including ❑ ❑ ❑
flooding as a result of a failure of a levee or dam?
j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami or mudflow? ❑ ❑ ❑
a) No Impact. The project would be required to meet all applicable water quality
standards or waste discharge requirements thereby avoiding violation of such standards
or requirements. The project site is currently graded and paved. Construction and
operation of the proposed project would not result in adding additional impervious
surface areas to the project site. Therefore, no additional stormwater runoff or changes
in existing drainage patterns or volumes is anticipated.
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b) No Impact. The proposed project does not require potable water. Therefore, no impact
would occur.
c-d) No Impact. The project would not alter the course of any stream or river, as none are
located on-site or in the immediate vicinity of the site.Therefore, no impact would occur.
e) No Impact. The proposed project is a single structure that does not create water
runoff nor contributes to water runoff since it would be constructed on a paved surface.
It also does not produce any polluted runoff therefore, no impact would occur.
f) No Impact. No additional impacts to water quality are anticipated.
g-h) No Impact. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) indicates in the Flood
Insurance Rate Map for the project site area, that the site is in Flood Zone B. Flood zone B
is defined as an area between limits of a 100-year flood event and a 500-year flood
event; or certain areas subject to 100-year flooding with average depths less than one
(1) foot or where the contributing drainage area is less than one square mile; or areas
protected by levees from the base flood. Because the project site is not located within
the 100-year floodplain, flooding impacts associated with the proposed project are not
considered significant.
i) No Impact. The Palm Springs General Plan Environmental Impact Report does not identify
flooding as a result of levee or dam failure as having a potential to expose people or
structures to a significant risk of loss injury or death in City of Palm Springs. Therefore, no
impact would occur.
j) No Impact. The City of Palm Springs is not located in an area subject to seiche, tsunami
or mudflow. Therefore, no impact would occur.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
IX. LAND USE AND PLANNING. Would the project:
a) Physically divide an established community? ❑ ❑ ❑
b) Conflict with any applicable land use plan, policy or
regulation of an agency with jurisdiction over the
project (including, but not limited to, the general ❑ ❑ ❑
plan, specific plan, local coastal program or zoning
ordinance) adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat conservation ❑ ❑ ❑
plan or natural community conservation plan?
a) No impact. The proposed project consists of a new communications facility (cell tower)
and limited supporting structures in an existing industrial center. The project would not
divide an established community and no impact would occur.
b) No Impact. The proposed project would be consistent with the allowable uses within the
industrial (IND) land use designation, which allows for warehousing and retail land uses.
The proposed communication facility use is not specifically listed as allowable uses in the
HC (Highway Commercial) zone, but may be allowed upon authorization by commission
decision. The proposed project would seek approval of a CUP from the City of Palm
Springs as required for consistency with the Zoning Code. No other land use plans or
regulations are applicable to the proposed project site. Therefore, no impact would
occur.
c:) No Impact. The project would not conflict with an applicable habitat conservation plan
or natural community conservation plan. No impact would occur.
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Less Than
Potentially Significant With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
K MINERAL RESOURCES. Would the project
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known mineral X❑
resource that would be of value to the region and the
residents of the state?
b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally important
mineral resource recovery site delineated on a local El El
general plan, specific plan or other land use plan?
a-b) No Impact. No significant mineral resources have been identified in the project area.
The Palm Springs General Plan EIR (Palm Springs, 1992) has not identified any mineral
resources in the General Plan planning area. Therefore, no impact to mineral resources
would occur.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
XI. NOISE. Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation of noise
levels in excess of standards established in the ❑ El 1-1local general plan or noise ordinance or of
applicable standards of other agencies?
b) Exposure of persons to or generation of excessive
groundborne vibration or groundborne noise ❑ ❑ ❑
levels?
c) A substantial permanent increase in ambient noise
levels in the project vicinity above levels existing ❑ ❑ ❑
without the project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic increase in
ambient noise levels in the project vicinity above ❑ ❑ ❑
levels existing without the project?
e) For a project located within an airport land use
plan area or, where such a plan has not been
adopted, within two miles of a public airport or a ❑ ❑ ❑
public use airport, would the project expose
people residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
fl For a project within the vicinity of a private airstrip,
would the project expose people residing or El ❑ ❑
working in the project area to excessive noise
levels?
a,b,d) No Impact. All surrounding land uses are industrial in nature. The proposed project
would not subject surrounding residents to noise elevations and/or ground vibration.
Construction and site grading activities associated with the proposed project would
produce temporary increases in the ambient noise level in the immediate vicinity of the
project site. Construction activities are regulated by City Ordinance 1581, which limits
construction activities to 7AM-7PM Monday through Friday, 8AM-5PM Saturdays, and
prohibits construction activities on Sundays and major holidays. Adherence to this
ordinance will ensure that no impact would occur.
c) No Impact. No increase in noise over existing industrial park use is anticipated, and the
project is not anticipated to exceed any applicable noise standards. The proposed
project would not be exposed to excessive noise from neighboring uses. Therefore, no
impact would occur.
e-f) No Impact. The project site is not located within any of the clear, approach/departure
and overflight zones for the Palm Springs Airport facility. The project would not be
located within two miles of a public airport and would be located on a currently vacant
site within an industrial park.Therefore, no impact would occur.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially with Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
XII. POPULATION AND HOUSING. Would the project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an area,
either directly (e.g., by proposing new homes and ❑ El ❑ O
businesses) or indirectly (e.g., through extension of
roads or other infrastructure)?
b) Displace substantial numbers of existing housing,
necessitating the construction of replacement ❑ ❑ ❑
housing elsewhere?
c) Displace substantial numbers of people,
necessitating the construction of replacement ❑ ❑ ❑
housing elsewhere?
a-c) No Impact. The project does not propose any new homes, and no housing exists on the
proposed project site. No existing residents or housing would be displaced to
accommodate the proposed project. The proposed project will not have a direct or
indirect impact on regional population growth. There is no impact to population and
housing.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant
Impact Incorporated Impact No Impact
XIII. PUBLIC SERVICES. Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated with
the provision of new or physically altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered
governmental facilities, the construction of which could cause significant environmental impacts, in
order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times or other performance objectives for any of
the following public services:
a) Fire protection? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
b) Police protection? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
C) Schools? ❑ ❑ ❑
d) Parks? ❑ ❑ ❑
e) Other public facilities? ❑ ❑ ❑
a) Less than significant impact. The project site is located in the Palm Springs Fire
Department service area. Onsite fire protection will include fire hydrants and fire
extinguishers located as required by the City Fire Department. Sprinkler systems would be
installed as required by the City Fire Department. Therefore, impacts to fire protection
would be less than significant.
b) Less than significant impact. The project site is located within the service area of the City
of Palm Springs Police Department. The Palm Springs Police Department currently has
adequate staff resources to provide police protection services as needed to the
proposed project. Therefore, impacts to police protection would be less than significant.
c) No impact. The project site is located within the Palm Springs School District. The Leroy F.
Green School Facilities Act of 1998, which governs a school district's authority to levy
school impact fees, assists in mitigating impacts to schools. California Government Code
Sections 65995(h) and 65996(b) note that payments of fees provide full and complete
school facilities mitigation. The project does not propose any new residences or other
facilities than would affect schools. Therefore, no impact would occur.
d) No impact. The project site is located within the boundaries of the Palm Springs
Department of Parks and Recreation service area. State law requires each new
residential development to dedicate land for park facilities or pay an in-lieu fee to cover
the cost of acquiring park land elsewhere. The City uses a dedication formula of 5-acres
per 1,000 persons. The amount of population generated by the project does not reach
the 1,000-person standard. The project does not include any development or uses that
would lead to an increased demand for parks and recreation services. Therefore, no
impact would occur.
e) No impact. The project would not create any significant impacts to the service levels of
other public facilities. Therefore, no impact would occur.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
XIV. RECREATION.
a) Would the project increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other
recreational facilities such that substantial physical ❑ ❑ ❑
deterioration of the facility would occur or be
accelerated?
b) Does the project include recreational facilities, or
require the construction or expansion of ❑ ❑ ❑
recreational facilities, which might have an
adverse physical effect on the environment?
a-b) No Impact. The proposed project does not include any development or features that
would increase the use of existing recreation facilities or increase demand for additional
recreational facilities. The project proposal does not include any new recreational
facilities and would not induce population growth either directly or indirectly. Therefore,
no impact would occur.
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Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
Significant Mitigation Significant No
Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
XV. TRANSPORTATION/TRAFFIC. Would the project:
a) Cause an increase in traffic that is substantial in
relation to the existing traffic load and capacity of
the street system (i.e., result in a substantial ❑ ❑ ® ❑
increase in either the number of vehicle trips, the
volume-to-capacity ratio on roads, or congestion at
Intersections)?
b) Exceed, either individually or cumulatively, a level
of service standard established by the county ❑ ❑ ® ❑
congestion management agency for designated
roads or highways?
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns, including
either an increase in traffic levels or a change in ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
location that results in substantial safety risks?
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a design
feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous El ❑ ❑
intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm
equipment)?
e) Result in inadequate emergency access? ❑ ❑ ❑
1) Result in inadequate parking capacity? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
g) Conflict with adopted policies, plans or programs
supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus ❑ ❑ ® ❑
turnouts, bicycle racks)?
a,b) Less than significant impact. Impacts to traffic resulting from the proposed project would
consist of minor short-term increases in vehicle trips during project construction. Traffic
generated during long-term operation and maintenance is limited to monthly
maintenance trips and is not expected to increase traffic significantly above existing
levels, nor would it result in unacceptable levels of services (LOS). This impact is
considered less than significant.
c) No impact. The nearest airport is the Palm Springs International Airport, located on Gene
Autry Trail. The proposed project is not within the airport land use planning area and
would not impact air traffic patterns. Jeppessen (2003) conducted an aeronautical
study for Sprint PCS for cell towers in the City of Palm Springs. The study was to determine
if proposed structures have any effect on navigable airspace. The study was conducted
in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations, FAR (14 C.F.R. Subchapter E, Part 17)
and Part 17 of the Federal Communications Commission, FCC Rules and Regulations (47
C.F.R. Part 17). The current design of the structure at 60 feet would be below the
maximum structure height of 75 feet above ground level, and would not require further
notice. Therefore, no impact would occur.
d-e) No impact. The proposed project would not substantially increase hazards due to a
design feature. Emergency access to the project site would comply with the
requirements identified by the City Fire Department.
Nextel Communications Facility Site# CA-7282, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
September 2005
1.0-28
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY SITE#CA-7282/INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
f-g) Less than significant. Implementation of the proposed project would require parking for
the crew and equipment during construction and subsequent maintenance visits.
Temporary and maintenance parking could be accommodated on the large paved
surface areas surrounding the project site. Therefore, the proposed project would not
result in a reduction of adequate parking in the area.
Nextel Communications Facility Site #CA-7282, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
September 2005
1.0-29
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY SITE#CA-7282/INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
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Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
XVI. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS. Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements of the ❑ ❑
applicable Regional Water Quality Control Board?
b) Require or result in the construction of new water
or wastewater treatment facilities or expansion of El El ❑
existing facilities, the construction of which could
cause significant environmental effects?
c) Require or result in the construction of new storm
water drainage facilities or expansion of existing ❑ ❑ ❑
facilities, the construction of which could cause
significant environmental effects?
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to serve the
project from existing entitlements and resources, or ❑ ❑ ❑
are new or expanded entitlements needed?
s) Result in a determination by the wastewater
treatment provider that serves or may serve the
project that it has adequate capacity to serve the ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
project's projected demand, in addition to the
provider's existing commitments?
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient permitted
capacity to accommodate the project's solid waste ❑ ❑ ❑
disposal needs?
g) Comply with federal, state and local statutes and El El Elregulations related to solid waste?
a-b, e) No impact. The project would not increase the amount of wastewater flows to the RWTP.
The proposed project would not have restroom facilities and would not generate
wastewater. Therefore, no impact to wastewater treatment facilities would occur.
c) No Impact. The proposed project would not result in a need for additional stormwater
facilities or expansion of existing facilities.
cl) No impact. There are no proposed project components that would result in a need for
water service; therefore, the project would not deplete existing water supplies or result in
a need for new or expanded water supplies.
f-g) No impact. The City of Palm Springs contracts with Palm Springs Disposal Services (PSDS)
for solid waste collection services. Solid waste generated in the area is disposed of at the
Edom Hill landfill or the Coachella landfill. As of the 1993 General plan, these landfills
were anticipated to have a remaining life of 30 years and 26 years respectively. The
proposed project would not generate a significant quantity of solid waste. Therefore, no
impact would occur.
Nextel Communications Facility Site# CA-7282, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
September 2005
1.0-30
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY SITE#CA-7282/INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
Less Than
Significant
Potentially With Less Than
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Impact Incorporated Impact Impact
XVII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
a) Does the project have the potential to degrade the
quality of the environment, substantially reduce
the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish
or wild-life population to drop below self-
sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or ❑ ❑ ❑ 0
animal community, reduce the number or restrict
the range of rare or endangered plants or animals,
or eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistory?
b) 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
projects.
c) Does the project have environmental effects that
will cause substantial adverse effects on human ❑ ❑ ❑
beings, either directly or indirectly?
a) No Impact. The proposed project would not degrade the quality of the environment;
result in an adverse impact on fish, wildlife, or plant species including special status
species, or prehistoric or historic cultural resources because project components do not
include any construction or development on areas that are not identified as sensitive.
Prehistoric or historic cultural resources would not be adversely affected because no
archeological or historic resources are known to exist in the project areas. The project is
proposed to occur in an existing industrial park, and does not propose any construction,
development or grading activities in which cultural or historic resources would be
anticipated to be discovered. Further, project implementation includes compliance with
appropriate procedures for avoiding or preserving artifacts or human remains if they are
discovered.
b) No Impact. The project would be consistent with the City's General Plan and would not
create any significant impacts. All project impacts would be reduced by adhering to
basic regulatory requirements and/or conditions of approval, as well as mitigation
measures identified in this environmental document.
c) No Impact. The proposed project would not have any direct or indirect adverse impacts
on humans. Therefore, the proposed project would not have any direct or indirect
adverse impacts on humans.
REFERENCES
1) City of Palm Springs. City of Palm Springs Draft Environmental Impact Report, December
1992.
Nextel Communications Facility Site # CA-7282, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
September 2005
1.0-31
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY SITE#CA-7282/INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
2) City of Palm Springs. City of Palm Springs General Plan. 1992.
3) City of Palm Springs. City of Palm Springs Zoning Code. 2004.
4) City of Palm Springs. Smoketree Ranch: Cornmunica lions Facility Mitigated Negative
Declaration. 2005.
5) South Coast Air Quality Management District. CFQA Air Quality Handbook. 1993
6) U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 33, Chapter 26, Subchapter IV, "Clean Water Act"
1994
7) Government Code Section 65962.5(f), "Hazardous Waste and Substances Statement"
3) Jeppesen. Notice of Proposed Construction or Alternation to FAA. 2003.
Nextel Communications Facility Site # CA-7282, Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
September 2005
1.0-32
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
Case 5.1057 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NEXTEL COMMUNICATIONS
19345-65 NORTH INDIAN AVENUE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Palm Springs, California, will
hold a public hearing at its meeting of October 19, 2005. The City Council meeting begins at
6:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
The purpose of this hearing is to consider an application by Alcoa Wireless for Nextel
Communications for a Conditional Use Permit Type II to allow construction of a
telecommunications facility.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: An Environmental Assessment has been prepared and
will be reviewed by the City Council at the meeting. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact has been prepared for the subject proposal.
REVIEW OF PROJECT INFORMATION: The staff report and other supporting documents
regarding this matter are available for public review at the City Hall between the hours of 8:00
a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please contact the City Clerk's Department at (760)
323-8204 if you would like to schedule an appointment to review these documents.
COMMENT ON THIS APPLICATION: Response to this notice can be made verbally at the
Public Hearing and/or in writing before the hearing. Written comments can be made to the City
Council by letter (for mail or hand delivery) to:
James Thompson, City Clerk
City of Palm Springs
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
P.O. Box 2743
Palm Springs, CA 92263
Any challenge of the proposed project in court may be limited to raising only those issues raised
at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City
Clerk at, or prior, to the public hearing. (Government Code Section 65009(b)(2)).
An opportunity will be given at said hearing for all interested persons to be heard. Questions
regarding this case may be directed to Joe Prutch at (760) 323-8245.
Si necesita ayuda con esta carta, porfavor Ilame a la Ciudad de Palm Springs y puede hablar
con Nadine Fieger telefono (760) 323-8245.
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I, the undersigned City Clerk of the City of Palm Springs, California, do hereby
certify that a copy of the Notice of Public Hearing, to consider an application by
Alcoa Wireless for Nextel Communications for a Conditional Use Permit Type II
to allow construction of a telecommunications facility located at 19345-65 North
Indian Avenue, on October 19, 2005. A copy of said notice was mailed to each
and every person set forth on the attached list on the 5th day of October, 2005, in
a sealed envelope, with postage prepaid, and depositing same in the U.S. Mail at
Palm Springs, California.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.
Dated at Palm Springs, California, this 13th day of October, 2005.
AMLS THOMPSON
City Clerk_
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ALCOA FOR NEXTEL COMM. (TAHQUITZ RIVERS ESTATES) (DEEPWELL ESTATES)
CITY COUNCIL MEETING-10.19.05 241 EAST MESQUITE AVENUE 1387 CALLE DE MARIA
PALM SPRINGS CA 92264 PALM SPRINGS CA 92264
MS ROXANN PLOSS MR STEVEN PERRIN MS SHERYL HAMLIN
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(TENNIS CLUB AREA) (SUNMOR NEIGHBORHOOD GROUP) (SUNRISENISTA CHINO AREA)
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SCALE: I/b"=P-O' SCALE /8"=1'-O" ABBREVIATIONS: NOTE:
A F.G. ABOVE FINISH GRADE I NEXTEL SHALL PROVIDE WATER
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ESTABLISHMENT OF THE PLANTING
TOA TOP OF ANTENNA MATERIALS
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SHEET TITLE
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HIGH BLOCK WALL PROPOSED NEW 6'-O"
Ex1sn NG ENLARGED AREA PLAN
OPOSED NEW(2)4'-0" HIGH BLOCK WALL
AA NEXTEL LEASE AREA WIDE WROUGHT IRON GATES BOLLARDS PROPOSED NEW oVERHEAD AROUND PERIMETER OF AND
COAX CABLE TRAY NEXTEL LEASE AREA EXTI=410R ELEVATIONS
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