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\\redmond.man\FS\PCComm\PLANNING\AGENDA - PC\2019 Meeting Packets\03-13-19\Wireless Communications Facilities\PC cover memo 03132019.docx Memorandum To: Planning Commission From: Erika Vandenbrande, Director, Planning and Community Development, [PHONE REDACTED] Steve Fischer, Manager, Development Review, [PHONE REDACTED] Sarah Pyle, Manager, Strategic Initiatives, [PHONE REDACTED] Scott Reynolds, Planner, [PHONE REDACTED] Kimberly Dietz, Senior Planner, [PHONE REDACTED] Cameron Zapata, Planner, [PHONE REDACTED] Date: March 13, 2019 Subject: Amendment to Redmond Zoning Code Regarding Wireless Communication Facilities PURPOSE The purpose of the Planning Commission’s study session on March 13, 2019 is to complete resolution of issues identified at its February 20, 2019 and February 27, 2019 study sessions, its February 27, 2019 public hearing, and comments received by email. The Commission will also provide its recommendation on amendments to the Redmond Zoning Code regarding Wireless Communication Facilities and approve its report. PREPARATION FOR MARCH 13, 2019 STUDY SESSION In preparation for the study session, Commissioners are asked to complete review of the Technical Committee’s recommended amendments, the enclosed issues matrix, and enclosed draft report. New material has been underlined within the issues matrix for the Commission’s identification. The Commission held open its February 27, 2019 public hearing for additional written comment through the close of business on Wednesday, March 6, 2019. No additional items were received during this period. Staff has provided responses in the enclosed issues matrix to Commissioners’ comments during its February 27, 2019 study session and to the comments provided during the public hearing. ---PAGE BREAK--- Planning Commission – Amendment to Redmond Zoning Code Regarding Wireless Communication Facilities March 13, 2019 Page 2 of 2 Topic: Issue Number and Page: Status Impact of FCC’s ruling on City’s procedures and workflows, and on applicants A1 Pgs. 1 - 4 Closed Shot clock timing for new pole A2 Pg. 5 Open Safe Harbor Fees B1 Pgs. 5 - 6 Closed Special Exceptions decision making by Technical Committee C1 Pgs. 6 - 7 Closed Design Review Board role for wireless facility character and design C2 Pgs. 8 - 10 Open FCC’s ruling regarding City aesthetics C3 Pgs. 11 - 12 Closed Definition of “Small Wireless Facilities or Small Cell(s)” D1 Pgs. 12 - 15 Open Definition of “Reasonable” and of “Materially Inhibit” D2 Pgs. 15 - 16 Closed Utilities or equipment collocating on City poles D3 Pg. 17 - 19 Open Screening or painting 5G antennas D4 Pgs. 19 - 20 Open Payment for new poles E1 Pg. 21 Open Incentives for 5G E2 Pgs. 21 - 22 Open Other carriers’ concerns similar to Verizon’s Feb. 20, 2019 letter E3 Pgs. 22 - 23 Open Additional refinements for clarity, consistency, and accuracy E4 Pgs. 23 - 24 Open NEXT STEPS City Council will begin its review following its March 12, 2019 briefing at Committee of the Whole, and is anticipated to take action on the recommended amendments on May 7, 2019. Please contact Kimberly Dietz, [PHONE REDACTED] [EMAIL REDACTED] with questions. ENCLOSURES A. Issues Matrix B. Draft Planning Commission Report C. Draft Planning Commission Recommended Amendments to the Redmond Zoning Code Regarding Wireless Communications Facilities