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• • • Qwest Rezone January 10, 2001 page 3 Several field lights now on a wooden pole would be relocated onto the Qwest tower. The entire installation of tower and cabinets will be placed on concrete pavers that will cover approximately 16'x 18'. Necessity of New Tower vs. Utilizing Existing Structures: As stated above, an applicant for a new tower must demonstrate that the location of the new tower is necessary to provide wireless coverage and that there is no existing structure that can accommodate the antenna. There are no water towers or existing towers in the northern part of Lino Lakes. Qwest has explained that it needs a facility in the northern portion of the City to provide service. The tower location study conducted by staff indicates no nearby structures. The City's consulting engineer on this application has received more information on Qwest's service needs and is analyzing this information. We will offer a more extensive analysis for the P & Z at the meeting. Assuming no existing structure will accommodate Qwest's service provision needs, the City must consider what is the best site for a new facility. The proposed site is owned by the City. The City will gain lease income from Qwest. The site serves as the Public Works headquarters. A tower on this site will be less intrusive than on other sites in the north part of Lino Lakes. We also must consider future needs of other PCS pr additional antennas for other companies. In a additional towers in the long term if nee best one to accommodate federally T tower will provide for ite ca ccommodate r sites available, this site is the ovision. Utilities: The tower fac ire electricity and telephone connection. Landscaping: We will with Qwest on incorporating some landscaping around the tower facility. REZONING The zoning ordinance requires the Planning and Zoning Board to consider possible adverse effects of the proposed zoning amendment. Its judgement shall be based upon, but not limited to, the following factors: 1. The proposed action has been considered in relation to the specific policies and provisions of and has been found to be consistent with the official City Comprehensive Plan. 2. The proposed use is or will be compatible with present and future land uses of the area. 3. The proposed use conforms with all performance standards contained herein.