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All applications for permits for the placement and construction of wireless facilities shall be accompanied by the following:

A. Payment of all permit fees, plans check fees and inspection fees;

B. Proof of ownership of the land and/or alternative antenna support structure upon which the requested antenna, enclosure, and/or structure is proposed, or copy of an appropriate easement, lease, rental agreement, or other owner authorization;

C. Public Meeting. Except when the applicant proposes small cells in the public right-of-way, prior to submitting an application for a new antenna support structure (as defined in Chapter 17.06 MMC), the applicant shall schedule and conduct a neighborhood meeting to inform the property owners and residents of the surrounding area of the proposal. The neighborhood meeting shall be held in accordance with the requirements for neighborhood meetings in MMC 17.72.095(B) through (G). In place of the notification distance described in MMC 17.72.095(D)(1), the notification distance to be used for new antenna support structures shall be 1,000 feet of the boundaries of the subject property.

D. Residential Siting Analysis. If a WCF is proposed within a Residential zone, the applicant must demonstrate the need for the new facility and compliance with stealth design requirements for alternative support structure as specified in this chapter.

E. Geographical Survey. The applicant shall identify the geographic service area for the proposed WCF, including a map showing all of the applicant’s existing sites in the local service network associated with the gap that the proposed WCF is proposed to close. The applicant shall describe how this service area fits into and is necessary for the service provider’s service network. Prior to the issuance of any building permits, applicants for WCF shall provide a copy of the corresponding FCC authorization or license for the facility being built or relocated, if required. This Section is not applicable to applications submitted subject to the provisions of 47 U.S.C. 1455(a) as implemented by 47 CFR Part 1.40001(a) noted in MMC 17.55.030(E) above.

F. Visual Impact Analysis. The applicant shall provide a visual impact analysis for all components of the facility. The visual impact analysis shall include photo simulations, the maximum silhouette of the facility, color and finish palette, proposed screening, and other information as necessary to determine visual impact of the facility as seen from multiple directions. The applicant shall include a vicinity map clearly depicting where, within a one-half mile radius, any portion of the proposed WCF could be visible. The photo simulations must show the appearance of the proposed WCF and all accessory and ancillary structures from two separate points within the impacted vicinity, accompanied by an assessment of potential mitigation and screening measures. Such points are to be mutually agreed upon by the planning director, or the planning director’s designee, and the applicant. The applicant shall include the locations of the two points on the vicinity map required above.

G. Design Options and Alternative Site Analysis. The applicant shall include an analysis of alternative sites and design options for the WCF within and outside of the city that are capable of meeting the same service objectives as the preferred site with an equivalent or lesser visual impact. If a new tower or pole is proposed as a part of the proposed WCF, the applicant must demonstrate the need for a new tower or pole and why existing locations or alternatives cannot be used to meet the identified service objectives. Documentation and depiction of all steps that will be taken to screen or camouflage the WCF to minimize the visual impact of the proposed facility must be submitted.

H. Number of WCF. The Application shall include a detailed narrative of all of the proposed equipment and components to be included with the WCF, including, but not limited to, antennas and arrays; equipment cabinets; back-up generators; air conditioning units; towers; monopoles; lighting; fencing; wiring, housing; and screening. The applicant must provide the number of proposed WCF at each location and include renderings of what the WCF will look like when screened. The Application must contain a list of all equipment and cable systems to be installed, including the maximum and minimum dimensions of all proposed equipment.

I. Safety Hazards. Any and all known or expected safety hazards for any of the WCF facilities must be identified and the applicant who must demonstrate how all such hazards will be addressed and minimized to comply with all applicable safety codes.

J. Landscaping. When applicable, the Application shall provide a landscape plan, drawn to scale, that is consistent with the need for screening at the site, showing all proposed landscaping, screening and proposed irrigation (if applicable), with a discussion of how proposed landscaping, at maturity, will screen the site. Existing vegetation that is proposed to be removed must be clearly indicated and provisions for mitigation included. All landscape plans shall be reviewed by and approved by the McMinnville Landscape Review Committee prior to installation.

K. Height. The Application shall provide an engineer’s diagram, drawn to scale, showing the height of the WCF and all of its above-ground components. Applicants must provide sufficient evidence that establishes that the proposed WCF is designed to the minimum height required to meet the carrier’s coverage objectives.

L. Timeframe. The Application shall describe the anticipated time frame for installation of the WCF.

M. Noise/Acoustical Information. The Application shall provide manufacturer’s specifications for all noise-generating equipment, such as air conditioning units and back-up generators, and a depiction of the equipment location in relation to adjoining properties. The applicant shall provide equipment decibel ratings as provided by the manufacturer(s) for all noise generating equipment for both maintenance cycling and continual operation modes.

N. Parking. The Application shall provide a site plan showing the designated parking areas for maintenance vehicles and equipment for review and approval by the planning director.

O. Co-Location. In the case of new antenna support structures (multi-user towers, monopoles, or similar support structures), the applicant shall submit engineering feasibility data and a letter stating the applicant’s willingness to allow other carriers to co-locate on the proposed WCF.

P. Lease. The site plan shall show the lease or easement area of the proposed WCF.

Q. Lighting and Marking. The Application shall describe any proposed lighting and marking of the WCF, including any required by the Oregon department of Aviation (ODA) or Federal Aviation administration (FAA).

R. Maintenance. The applicant shall provide a description of anticipated maintenance needs, including frequency of service, personnel needs, equipment needs and potential safety impacts of such maintenance.

S. The planning director may request any other information deemed necessary to fully evaluate and review the information provided in the application.

T. Co-Location Feasibility. A feasibility study for the co-location of any WCF as an alternative to new antenna support structures must be presented and certified by a radio-frequency engineer or a licensed civil engineer. Co-location will be required when determined to be feasible. The feasibility study shall include:

1. An inventory, including the location, ownership, height, and design of existing WCF within one-half (1/2) mile of the proposed location of a new WCF. The planning director may share such information with other applicants seeking permits for WCF, but shall not, by sharing such information, in any way represent or warrant that such sites are available or suitable.

2. Documentation of the efforts that have been made to co-locate on existing or previously approved towers, monopoles, or structures. The applicant shall make a good faith effort to contact the owner(s) of all existing or approved towers, monopoles, or structures and shall provide a list of all owners contacted in the area, including the date, form, and content of such contact.

3. Documentation as to why co-location on existing or proposed towers, monopoles, or commercial structures within 1,000 feet of the proposed site is not practical or feasible. Co-location shall not be precluded simply because a reasonable fee for shared use is charged or because of reasonable costs necessary to adapt the existing and proposed uses to a shared tower. The planning director and/or planning commission may consider expert testimony to determine whether the fee and costs are reasonable when balanced against the market and the important aesthetic considerations of the community.