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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-19-25 Agenda Packet M eeting L ocation: M unicipal Center 7100 147th Street West Apple Valley, M innesota 55124 March 19, 2025 PLA N N IN G C O MMISSIO N T EN TAT IVE A G EN D A 7:00 P M 1.Call to Order 2.Approve Agenda 3.Approve Consent Agenda Items Consent Agenda Items are considered routine and will be enacted with a single motion, without discussion, unless a commissioner or citizen requests to have any item separately considered. It will then be moved to the land use/action items for consideration. A.Approve Minutes of March 5, 2025, Annual Meeting 4.Public Hearings 5.Land Use / Action Items A.Bethel Assemblies of God C hurch Wireless Communication Tower C UP C onsider request for a conditional use permit (C UP) for a wireless communications tower on the Bethel Assemblies of God C hurch property. LO C AT IO N: 14201 Cedar Avenue PET IT IO N ER: Buell C onsulting, on behalf of Cellco Partnership (d/b/a Verizon Wireless) 6.Other Business A.Review of Upcoming Schedule and Other Updates Planning Commission - Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission - Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. C ity Council - T hursday, March 27, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. C ity Council - T hursday, April 10, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. 7.Adjourn Regular meetings are broadcast, live, on C harter C ommunications C able C hannel 180 and on the C ity's website at www.applevalleymn.gov I T E M: 3.A. P L A NNI NG C O MMI S S I O N ME E T I NG D AT E:March 19, 2025 S E C T I O N:Consent A genda Description: A pprove Minutes of March 5, 2025, A nnual Meeting S taff Contact: B reanna Vincent, Department Assistant Department / Division: Community Development Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Approve minutes of annual meeting of March 5, 2025. S UM M ARY: T he minutes of the last Annual Planning C ommission meeting is attached for your review and approval. B AC K G RO UND: State statute requires the creation and preservation of meeting minutes which document the official actions and proceedings of public governing bodies. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : Minutes CITY OF APPLE VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES March 5, 2025 1. CALL TO ORDER The City of Apple Valley Planning Commission Annual Meeting was called to order by Chair Kurtz at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: Jodi Kurtz, Paul Scanlan, Dave Schindler, Phil Mahowald, Becky Sandahl, Jeff Prewitt, and Douglas Hlas Member(s) Absent: None City staff members attending: Community Development Director Tim Benetti, Associate Planner Sydnee Stroeing, City Engineer Evan Acosta, and Department Assistant Breanna Vincent. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chair Kurtz asked if there were any changes to the agenda. CD Director Benetti asked that item 4. B. Approve 2024 Planning Commission Annual Report be moved the 7. A. MOTION: Commissioner Scanlan moved, seconded by Commissioner Sandahl, approving the agenda. Roll call vote: Ayes - 7 – Nays – 0. 3. CONSENT ITEMS A. Approval of Minutes of February 5, 2025 MOTION: Commissioner Scanlan moved, seconded by Commissioner Hlas, approving the minutes of February 5, 2025. call vote: Ayes - 7 – Nays – 0. 4. ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING A. Nominate and Approve Officers The Commission recommended the following officers: Chair – Jodi Kurtz Vice-Chair – Paul Scanlan Secretary – David Schindler CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2025 Page 2 of 5 MOTION: Commissioner Mahowald moved, seconded by Commissioner Scanlan, approving the Planning Commissioner officers. call vote: Ayes - 7 – Nays – 0. B. Approve 2024 Planning Commission Annual Report CD Director Benetti provided a brief presentation. MOTION: Commissioner Schindler moved, seconded by Commissioner Scanlan, approving the 2024 Annual Report. call vote: Ayes - 7 – Nays – 0. 5. PUBLIC HEARING A. Bethel Assemblies of God Church Wireless Communication Tower CUP Chair Kurtz opened the public hearing. Associate Planner Stroeing provided a brief presentation. Commissioner Scanlan asked what the height of the proposed tower was on the 2017 CUP approval and if any mature trees will be removed. Associate Planner Stroeing stated that the height was about 84’ which is just under what is being proposed now. The proposed plans show a slight removal of vegetation in the area and there is a tree preservation concept along with the NRMP, as part of the conditions in the draft resolution. Chair Kurtz stated that an opaque solid fence and paved road will be a definite improvement to the plans. Commissioner Prewitt asked if a gate will be placed at the paved road leading to the cell tower. Associate Planner Stroeing said there is not a requirement related to this. The drive is for maintenance access and signage could possibly be added but would defer to the applicant for additional information. Commissioner Sandahl agreed with previous comments regarding removal of trees and trying to preserve as many as possible. Commissioner Mahowald asked if the tree preservation includes trees that may become diseased or damaged. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2025 Page 3 of 5 Associate Planner Stroeing stated that condition 9 in the draft resolution is intended to maintain the existing trees that provide screening to the residential area so if any would die, the property owner would need to maintain the trees so that screening is not diminished. The applicant, Blair Ransom (Buell Consulting), was present for questions. Chair Kurtz asked how many towers are needed for adequate coverage and do other companies use the same towers. Mr. Ransom stated that it can vary depending on what data is being used (calls, text, internet). There are currently six towers in the area which do not provide adequate coverage. When multiple carriers join on a tower, this is called co-location. Building a tower is the last resort and there are no existing towers in this area. As part of their application, Verizon committed to allowing other carriers to use this tower. Chair Kurtz asked about RF exposure which some citizens have expressed concerns over. Mr. Ransom stated that the FCC governs the amount of emissions that cell carriers can emit. Verizon’s job is to comply within those emission limits. This is governed by the federal government. Chair Kurtz asked if towers have fallen due to ice buildup. Mr. Ransom stated that it is very unlikely and the tower is designed with the breakpoint so that it collapses in on itself. Commissioner Hlas asked if there were any examples of other locations with settings like this one. Mr. Ransom stated there is a park in Eden Prairie with a tower about the same height. This is also in a residential area. There is also one being built at the Maple Grove fire station. Commissioner Prewitt asked for further information on the FFC emission guidelines. Mr. Ransom stated that information can be provided at the next meeting. Commissioner Scanlan asked if there were any other locations considered and inquired about FAA lighting. Mr. Ransom stated that there are six other towers and the distances between the towers must be taken into account for the maximum efficacy of the tower. Co-location options are looked at first and buildings over four-stories were looked at but had a pitched roof and could not be CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2025 Page 4 of 5 used. Mr. Ransom stated that FAA lighting will not be required as the tower is under 200 feet. Commissioner Scanlan asked that examples of other towers built in similar locations be brought to the next meeting. Commissioner Mahowald asked if there are ongoing tests of monitoring of the emissions on these towers and does this change over time as the equipment ages or changes. Mr. Ransom stated he will provide this information at the next meeting. Resident, Rich McCabe (14365 Glenda Dr.), raised concerns over the new location of this proposed tower. The previous tower approval was further from the residential area. Mr. McCabe stated he does not believe a tower should be close to any residential areas. There are several townhome associations, rentals, and daycare in the area. Mr. McCabe also referenced his “Letter to the Editor” published on February 27, 2025 in the Sun This Week online newspaper and shared some other cities which would prohibit this. He also stated concerns over home values and any disruptions to the gas line that runs along with site. Mr. McCabe asked for clarification on the height of the tower. Mr. Ransom stated that the tower location changed as the church has renovation plans and the previous location would conflict. The tower is 86’ tall with a small lightning rod that extends 4’ further. Resident, Scott Narveson (14239 Glencove Trl.), said he is on his HOA board and does not speak strongly against this proposal but is gathering information to share with his community. Mr. Narveson agreed with Mr. McCabe’s concerns regarding the Magellan pipeline and asked for information from engineering be provided at the next meeting. Mr. Narveson would like to see drawings or renderings of what the site will look like from ground level. He also asked for additional information regarding the FCC guidelines on emissions. Mr. Narveson asked for clarification on the construction process and timeline. Resident, Jim Peterson (14378 Pennock Ave.), echoed with Mr. McCabe’s comments regarding the proximity to residential areas and asked that a less intrusive location be considered. Commissioner Scanlan asked that staff bring forward a narrative on what limitations the City faces in regards to cell towers and federal government directives. Commissioner Scanlan also asked for renderings to be provided and if other locations could be examined at the next meeting. With no further comments, Chair Kurtz closed the public hearing. CITY OF APPLE VALLEY Dakota County, Minnesota Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2025 Page 5 of 5 It is the policy of the Planning Commission not to act on an item the same night as its public hearing. This item will appear on a future agenda for a recommendation. 6. LAND USE None 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. Apple Valley Bike and Pedestrian Plan Update – 2025 Assistant City Engineer Acosta provided a brief presentation on proposed updates and schedule. B. Review of Upcoming Schedule and Other Updates The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 7:00 p.m. The next City Council meeting is Thursday, March 13, 2025, 7:00 p.m. 8. ADJOURNMENT Chair Kurtz asked for a motion to adjourn. MOTION: Commissioner Schindler moved, seconded by Commissioner Scanlan, to adjourn the meeting at 8:12 p.m. Roll call vote: Ayes – 7 – Nays – 0. Respectfully submitted, ______________________________________ Breanna Vincent, Planning Department Assistant Approved by the Apple Valley Planning Commission on 03/19/2025 . Jodi Kurtz, Chair I T E M: 5.A. P L A NNI NG C O MMI S S I O N ME E T I NG D AT E:March 19, 2025 S E C T I O N:L and Use / Action I tems Description: B ethel Assemblies of God Church W ireless Communication Tower C UP S taff Contact: S ydnee Stroeing, A ssociate P lanner Department / Division: Community Development Department Applicant: B uell Consulting, on behalf of Cellco Partnership P roject Number: P C25-02-C Applicant Date: 2/3/2025 60 Days: 4/4/2025 120 Days: 6/3/2025 AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: Recommend approval of a conditional use permit (C UP) to construct an 86' wireless communications monopole at 14201 C edar Avenue subject to conditions 1 through 15. S UM M ARY: Buell C onsulting, on behalf of Cellco Partnership (d/b/a Verizon Wireless), request consideration of a conditional use permit (C UP) to construct an 86' tall wireless communications tower (cell tower) at 14201 C edar Ave. T he proposed location of the tower is in the south end of the parcel, adjacent to 143rd St W. T he tower is requested to enhance the network coverage and capacity for wireless communication in the surrounding area. T he construction of the cell tower will include an equipment pad and generator. T he tower and equipment will be located within a 25' x 30' area with a 6' fence around the perimeter. T he construction of a cell tower is subject to a number of performance standards per section 155.385 (Towers and Antennas Site Design and Maintenance) of the C ity C ode. In order to obtain a conditional use permit, the petitioner must demonstrate that all of the performance standards of the zoning code are met. A letter of zoning compliance is attached to the staff report. T he City may place reasonable conditions on a conditional use to mitigate adverse impacts associated with the use. Recommended conditions are below, and a draft resolution is attached. Recommended Conditions (1 through 15): 1. T he construction and operation of the wireless communications monopole tower shall be in conformance with the Site Plan (Sheet A-1) dated D AT E and the Enlarged Site Plan (Sheet A-2) dated D AT E. 2. T he antennas shall be flush-mounted to the monopole in accordance with the North Elevation Plan (Sheet T-1) dated D AT E. 3. A building permit and electrical permit shall be obtained from the Building Inspections Department prior to any construction on the site. 4. Tower construction, maintenance, and operation shall comply with the communications tower requirements set forth in the City C ode, Section 155.385. 5. A qualified and licensed professional engineer shall submit certified construction plans which are in conformance with the following: the latest structural standards; acceptable engineering methods and practices and the National Electrical code. 6. T he telecommunication service applicant shall provide verification of written final authorization/agreement with the landowner for the placement of the tower on the property prior to issuance of the building permit 7. Subject to all conditions noted in the City Engineer’s memo dated D AT E. 8. Landscaping that provides year-round screening shall be installed adjacent to 143rd St W. A landscaping plan shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 9. T he property owner shall maintain the existing trees surrounding the tower and equipment pad area that serve as screening. If these trees are determined to be insufficient in screening the tower area, additional screening measures may be required. 10. A tree preservation concept shall be submitted prior to the issuance of a Natural Resources Management Permit (N RMP). 11. A qualified and licensed professional engineer shall certify that the cell tower is designed in all aspects to accommodate both the operator ’s antenna and one additional user. 12. T he base of the tower shall be enclosed with a fence at least six feet in height, constructed of a durable, maintenance-free material that effectively screens the mechanical equipment. T he proposed fence material shall be submitted for review and approval before a building permit is issued. 13. T he 12-foot-wide access driveway shall be paved with either concrete or bituminous material from and including the driveway apron abutting the public right of way to the security fence. 14. T he tower ’s surface color shall be selected to blend with the surrounding area as effectively as possible and shall be reviewed and approved by the C ity’s Planning Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 15. T he C onditional Use Permit may be revoked for cause if the terms of (1) through (14) preceding are not adhered to or met while the tower is in place. B AC K G RO UND: A C UP for a similar tower at this property was approved in 2017. T he tower was never constructed, and the approved C UP has lapsed. T he original C UP approved a tower located within a large parking lot curb island near the church buildings. T he petitioner is proposing a new site to construct the tower on the same property. Zoning: T he property is zoned "P" (Institutional). A wireless communications tower is a conditional use in the P zoning district, subject to a number of performance standards as required in section 155.385 (Towers and Antennas Site Design and Maintenance) of the City C ode. T he petitioner submitted a letter outlining how the cell tower complies with the requirements of the zoning code. T he C ity may place reasonable conditions on a conditional use permit to mitigate any adverse impacts associated with the use. Site P lan: T he site plan shows the location of the 86' tall cell tower (with a 4' lightening rod) and equipment pad in a wooded area at the south end of the existing parcel, adjacent to 143rd St W. T he tower and equipment will be within a 25' x 30' area and is would be enclosed by a 6' tall fence. T he mechanical ground equipment and tower base will be required to be screened per C ity Code. T he fence material will need to be updated and reviewed prior to issuance of a building permit. Access to the tower and associated equipment is shown to be via a 12' wide path off 143rd St W. T he driveway to the tower will be required to be paved per C ity C ode. Additionally, the Assistant C ity Engineer's memo provides a condition that a sidewalk shall be installed from the existing driveway to the east of the proposed access to the west property line. T he City utilizes its authority under ordinance requirements and guiding plan documents to require sidewalk gaps be completed by private development as development (and redevelopment) work occurs where current gaps exist. T he tower will be designed with an engineered "breakpoint" technology which will ensure that if the tower fails and collapses, it will fall upon itself. T he setbacks for a tower are based on the breakpoint height. With the breakpoint, the minimum setback from property lines is 64.5'. T he site plan shows the proposed tower 95' from the nearest property line. All setbacks to property lines are met. T here is also a setback requirement to structures on neighboring properties. T he minimum setback for the tower from a structure on a neighboring property is 86' (due to the engineered breakpoint). T he nearest structure on a neighboring property is 153' from the proposed tower. All structure setbacks are also met. Grading: No grading plan has been submitted at this time. Minimal grading is expected for the installation of the tower and associated equipment. Final review and approval of a grading plan by the C ity Engineer will be required. Elev ations: T he antenna array proposed at this location is designed so that the antennas are flush-mounted to the pole and the ancillary equipment is placed within the ground equipment area to give a sleeker appearance. T he ground equipment will be required to be screened with a solid fence and landscaping. T he petitioner has submitted renderings of the proposed tower (attached). Clause 155.385 (B)(8) of C ity C ode states that "All towers and their antennas shall utilize building materials, colors, textures, screening and landscaping that eff ectively blend the tower f acilities within the surrounding natural setting and built environment to the greatest extent possible as determined by the City." T he submitted materials show the tower being painted a color to match the existing church building. T he proposed tower location is over 300' from any existing church building on the site. Staff believes there should be further review of the proposed tower color as there may be a more suitable option that effectively blends the tower facilities in with the surrounding wooded area. Landscape P lan: A landscape plan will be required at building permit review. Additional year-round landscaping will be required adjacent to 143rd St W to assist in screening the ground equipment pad from the roadway. T he proposed tower location is heavily wooded, and the existing trees will be utilized to screen from adjacent residential properties. T he property owner will be required to maintain existing trees that provide screening of the tower. If it is found that the existing trees do not provide enough adequate screening, it will be required provide additional screening. P ublic Hearing Comments: 1. Why was the 2017 tower never constructed? What was the previous tower height and color? Why is a new site proposed? Staff response: T he previous tower did not receive issuance of a building permit, and the C UP was not utilized within one year of approval as required in clause 155.399(H), therefore the 2017 C UP lapsed. T he previous tower plans show a total height of 84' and painted a yellow color that matched the church building. Applicant response: T he original location was agreed to by the previous property owner, Mount Olivet C hurch. T he new location is to accommodate Bethel Rock's future development plans. 2. What other sites were considered for this tower? Are there any other locations on the Bethel C hurch property where the proposed tower could be located? Staff response: Per clause 155.385(A) of City C ode, there are co-location requirements for towers. Further, a proposal of a new tower must provide reasoning as to why the communication equipment cannot be accommodated on an existing or approved tower or building within one-half mile radius of the proposed tower. After further review, there is one tower within the one-half mile of the proposed Bethel C hurch tower site. It is located at A pple Valley High School (AVHS). T he C ity reviews the project and site based on what has been proposed by the petitioner. Applicant response: T here are no existing towers or buildings of sufficient height within the 0.5-mile colocation exclusion radius. T he alternate location within the 0.5- mile radius (AVHS) was analyzed; the existing antenna centerline height of this (AVHS) tower will not address the height and identified needs for this proposed project. Subsequently, there are no feasible alternatives to consider. Bethel C hurch has development plans that restrict the parking lot. Other areas on-site are too heavily wooded, and the proposed site is setback compliant. 3. How many existing towers are there in Apple Valley? Staff response: Based on previous land use applications and City records, there are 10 existing towers. T his does not include antennas attached to buildings. 4. General comments and questions on RF (radio frequency) emissions. Staff response: It is not within the City's purview to determine or monitor RF emissions and it is not an adopted performance standard in the C ity C ode -- this is regulated by the Federal C ommunications C ommission (F C C ). T he C ity may not deny a communications tower C UP based on concerns of RF emissions. Applicant response: T he F C C regulates emissions based on Effective Radiated Power (ERP). FC C guidelines are based on recommendations from other federal health and safety agencies. T he ERP of this tower is within the FC C mandated guidelines. T here is not a federal requirement to monitor emissions over time. Please see the applicant presentation attachment below. 5. C omment on prohibiting towers near schools. Staff response: In Apple Valley, school properties are generally zoned as "P" (Institutional). T he Institutional zone allows for towers as a conditional use. T here are existing towers that are near schools, as well as located on school properties. T he City cannot prohibit the location of a proposed tower in a zoning district where it is currently allowed as a conditional use. 6. C oncern with property values when adjacent to a tower. Staff response: Property values are determined by a complex set of variables that are difficult to attribute to a single adjacent land use. Instead, property values are impacted by overall C ity development patterns. T here has been no documentation provided of a decrease in property value due to being adjacent to a cell tower. 7. How long will construction of the tower last? What streets will be used for construction of the tower? How many trees will be removed due to construction of the tower? Staff response: Staff does not have concerns with the proposed construction of the tower. T he Natural Resources department will review the required tree preservation concept as part of a Natural Resources Management Permit (N RMP). Additionally, a building permit is required prior to construction. C onditions of the C UP resolution would need to be meet prior to issuance of a building permit. Applicant response: C onstruction access will come from 143rd St W, except for underground electric, which is installed from a transformer to the north. Construction is phased including civil work, tower staking, antenna installation, and utility installation. In total, the process will be approximately 6 weeks. One, 24" tree and brush will be removed due to construction of the tower. 8. Was Magellan Pipeline contacted for the tower site? Staff response: T he submitted plans show the tower and equipment pad outside of the pipeline easement. Applicant response: N o, as shown on the land survey, the lease premises and access are not within the pipeline easement. Furthermore, existing gas lines are located on the south side of 143rd St W. 9. What is the C ity's authority when reviewing C UPs? Staff response: T he C ity exercises a quasi-judicial role when reviewing a request for a C UP, meaning that it is reviewing the request based on requirements that are currently adopted in C ity C ode. T he performance standards related to a C UP for a communications tower are set out in section 155.385 of C ity C ode. If the applicant provides plans and documentation that meet the performance standards and requirements set in City C ode, the applicant is entitled to the C UP. T he C ity may place reasonable conditions that are related to the adopted performance standards on a conditional use to mitigate adverse impacts associated with the use. B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A AT TAC HM E NT S : L ocation Map Z oning Map Applicant L etter Plan S et Survey Applicant L etter L etter Memo Correspondence Presentation Resolution CE D A R A V E PE N N O C K A V E 142ND ST W G L E N D A D R 143RD ST W GR A N I T E A V E GL A Z I E R A V E G L E N C O V E T R L 14 2 N D S T R E E T C T W 14 3 R D S T R E E T C T W GLENCOVE PATH 142ND ST W 143RD ST W CE D A R A V E 143RD STREET CT W ^ ¯Bethel Assemblies Church Location Map Subject Property 14201 Cedar Avenue 0 260130 Feet Proposed Tower Location P P LB M- M- 3C 6C LB LB LB 1014 M-6C M-4C M-6C M-4C M-4C M-6C M-8C CE D A R A V E PE N N O C K A V E 142ND ST W G L E N D A D R 143RD ST W GL A Z I E R A V E G L E N C O V E T R L 14 2 N D S T R E E T C T W 14 3 R D S T R E E T C T W GLENCOVE PATH 142ND ST W 143RD ST W CE D A R A V E ^ ¯Bethel Assemblies Church Zoning Map Subject Property 14201 Cedar Avenue 0 260130 Feet BUELL CONSULTING, INC. 720 Main Street, Suite 200 Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 361-8110 www.buellconsulting.com SENT VIA EMAIL February 2, 2025 Sydnee Stroeing - Associate Planner City of Apple Valley 7100 147th Street W Apple Valley, MN 55124 RE: Verizon Wireless / Cell Tower Conditional Use Permit / Site Name: Toffee Dear Ms. Stroeing, Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless is proposing to construct a new cell tower in Apple Valley on the Bethel’s Rock Church property. The proposed tower is an 86’ monopole with an overall height of 90’ including the lightning rod. The tower will be built within a 30’ x 25’ fenced gravel compound and accessible via a new 12’ gravel driveway and approach from 143rd St W. The purpose of constructing this new cell tower is to enhance the network coverage and capacity for Verizon Wireless customers in the area, addressing the increasing demand for reliable and high-speed wireless communication. With the steady growth of residential and commercial activities in Apple Valley, it has become imperative to offload the capacity of existing sites to ensure seamless connectivity to the Verizon Wireless network. The design of the cell tower includes a flush mount, in an effort to integrate into the suburban residential environment. Moreover, the selected location for this tower is within a wooded area, which helps minimize the visual impact and preserves the aesthetic value of the surrounding area. Site Address: 14201 Cedar Ave, Apply Valley, MN 55124 PID: 01.494.010.1010. See land survey for full legal description. The following lists the supplementary documentation included in the application and addresses the relevant portions of § 155.385 Tower and Antennas Site Design and Maintenance of the Apple Valley zoning ordinance. Supplementary Documentation:  Land Use Development Application  Deposit Agreement  Co-location Letter of Intent  Construction Drawings  Land Survey  Fall Letter BUELL CONSULTING, INC. 720 Main Street, Suite 200 Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 361-8110 www.buellconsulting.com § 155.385 – Tower and Antennas Site Design and Maintenance A. Co-location requirements: 1) As shown in Attachment I, the only existing wireless facility is approximately 0.5 miles west at the Apple Valley High School football stadium. The available ACL is approximately 45’ which does not satisfy the required 78’ and 84’ ACLs. It is also only 0.9 miles from the nearest existing site. Furthermore, the buildings within the radius are all between one and four stories which would not achieve the necessary height. B. Tower Construction Requirements 1) The proposed tower is a flush mounted monopole designed to blend into the surrounding area. See construction drawings pages T-1 and A-4. 2) The proposed tower will comply with applicable provisions of this code. 3) Tower and accessory facilities are designed in accordance with 2020 MN Building code. See construction drawings pages T-1. 4) Tower and accessory facilities are designed in accordance with 2023 NFPA70 (NEC). See construction drawings pages T-1. 5) Proposed tower is built with galvanized steel intended to resistant corrosion. 6) Proposed tower is designed to accommodate an additional carrier at the 60’ ACL. Note, the flush mount design requires radios to be placed below the antennas making 60’ is the next highest available ACL. The 25’ x 30’ compound will also accommodate an additional carrier’s ground equipment. 7) The compound is surrounded by a locked 6’ chain link barbed-wire fence and not climbable. 8) In addition to the flush mounted design, the tower will be painted to match the adjacent church building. Locating it in the wooded area also conceals the ground equipment and partially shields the tower. 9) No advertising or signage will be placed on the tower or compound fencing other than what is required by applicable regulatory agencies. 10) Tower will not require any lighting. 11) Tower and appurtenances will not extend into the right-of-way, public street, highway, or sidewalk. 12) Applicant holds a minimum of $2M in liability insurance. 13) Tower will be removed and restored within 12-months of cessation of operations per ordinance. 14) Additional submittal requirements. a) ASR and FAA approval are in progress and applicant request it be a condition of permit. b) See construction drawings, signed by Joshua Herzog, PE (License# 42392). c) See Co-location Letter of Intent. E. The parcel is zoned Institutional (P). As shown on page A-1 of the construction drawings, the tower meets the 1.5x fall zone setback requirement of 70’-6”. The nearest structure on a neighboring property, shown on Attachment II, is approximately 153’ from the tower, which is within the required 2x fall zone setback of 94’. 1) Fall zone: a) Fall zone is 50% of tower height or 43’. b) Effective fall zone including 4’ lightning rod is 47’. 2) See fall zone letter from tower manufacture, Sabre Industries. BUELL CONSULTING, INC. 720 Main Street, Suite 200 Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 361-8110 www.buellconsulting.com Thank you in advance for your time in reviewing our application and please do not hesitate to contact me via email or the number below with any questions or requests for further information. Sincerely, Blair Ransom Site Development Agent on behalf of The Towers, LLC d/b/a Vertical Bridge Cell: 612-875-1808 Email: b.ransom@grahamredev.com BUELL CONSULTING, INC. 720 Main Street, Suite 200 Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 361-8110 www.buellconsulting.com ATTACHMENT I 1/2-mile radius BUELL CONSULTING, INC. 720 Main Street, Suite 200 Saint Paul, MN 55118 (651) 361-8110 www.buellconsulting.com ATTACHMENT II SITE 140TH ST W CE D A R A V E 142ND ST W 143RD ST W 145TH ST W G L E N D A D R PE N N O C K A V E 23 SHEET CONTENTS: LESSOR APPROVAL CONTACTS ISSUE SUMMARY SHEET INDEX DEPARTMENTAL APPROVALS AREA & VICINITY MAPS GENERAL NOTES PROJECT INFORMATION TOWER ELEVATION VICINITY MAP MIN TOFFEE NEW BUILD SCALE:1 NORTH ELEVATION 1/16" = 1'-0" IIB APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 PROJECT INFORMATION SITE NAME: SITE ADDRESS: COUNTY: CONSTRUCTION TYPE: SITE AREA: DRAWING BASED ON RFDS DATED: LONGITUDE: LATITUDE: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE DAKOTA PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 T-1 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 WIDSETH 610 FILLMORE STREET - PO BOX 1028 ALEXANDRIA, MN 56308-1028 320-762-8149 T.B.D DAKOTA ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION 4300 220TH STREET WEST FARMINGTON, MN 55024 COREY WILLERT (651) 463-6212 T.B.D. POWER UTILITY COMPANY CONTACT: COMPANY CONTACT: ENGINEER: GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER: CONTACTS VERIZON WIRELESS BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 TELCO UTILITY SURVEYOR: DESIGNER: LESSOR / LICENSOR: EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 LESSEE: CONTACTS DESIGN 1 OF EDEN PRAIRIE 9973 VALLEY VIEW ROAD (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD STRUCTURAL CONSTRUCTION DEPT (952) 946-4700 BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD 14201 CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 JOE McCORMACK (952) 715-6321 W " N °'" °' (NAD83) 44 44 30.69 93 13 11.22 LESSOR / LICENSOR APPROVAL SIGNATURE PRINTED NAME DATE LESSOR / LICENSOR: PLEASE CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX BELOW NO CHANGES. CHANGES NEEDED. SEE COMMENTS. DEPARTMENTAL APPROVALS JOB TITLE NAME DATE RF ENGINEER JORDAN ALSTAD 10-23-24 OPERATIONS MANAGER CONSTRUCTION ENGINEER BRIAN NELSEN 10-23-24 ISSUE SUMMARY REV DESCRIPTION SHEET/DETAIL A ISSUED FOR REVIEW ALL B ISSUED FOR OWNER SIGNOFF ALL C ISSUED FOR OWNER SIGNOFF ALL 0 ISSUED FOR BID/CONSTRUCTION ALL SHEET INDEX SHEET SHEET DESCRIPTION T-1 PROJECT INFORMATION, TOWER ELEVATION & SHEET INDEX A-1 SITE PLAN & DETAIL INDEX A-2 ENLARGED SITE PLAN A-3 ANTENNA AND COAX KEY, CABLE BRIDGE PLAN & NOTES A-4 MOUNT BRACKET DETAILS A-5 OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS G-1 GROUNDING & UTILITY NOTES G-2 GROUNDING PLAN & GROUNDING DETAIL INDEX U-1 SITE UTILITY PLANS & NOTES -SURVEY LOCATION SCAN T.B.D MAP DATA ©2025 GOOGLE NORTH 09-27-24 30' x 25' = 750 S.F. UTILIZED CODES:2020 MN BUILDING CODE & 2023 NFPA 70 980 975 977 97 8979 977 977 972975 980 981 976 977 981 97497 3 972 97 1 96 8 97 0 972 97 3 973 97 3 97 4 97 5 97 5 974 973 972 971 970 969 9 6 9 9 6 8 97 3 96 8 969 96 9 9 6 8 96 7 969 97 2 9 7 3 97 2 972 9 6 5 9 6 6 9 6 3 9 6 4 965 96 7 96 8 96 9 96 7 96 8 9 7 0 9 6 7 9 6 6 E H SHEET CONTENTS: SITE PLAN FROST DEPTH DESIGN = 4'-0" DETAIL INDEX DETAIL INDEX DETAIL DETAIL DESCRIPTION 1.1 3.1 4.1 5.1 6.1 7.1 8.1 9.1 2.1 BOLLARD DETAIL FENCE SECTION CABLE BRIDGE SECTION CABLE BRIDGE ELEVATION ROAD SECTION SNOW/MAN GATE (DETAIL 1) GPS MOUNTING DETAIL TELCO ENTRY DETAIL CMPH DETAIL 12.1 SLAB-AIO SLAB WITH 2 CABINETS 30REOZK: DIESEL GENERATOR W/ ICE SHIELDGEN 1.4 GENERATOR TYPE: DIESEL METER DETAIL SCALE:1 SITE PLAN 1" = 50'-0" NORTH 10.8 ONE-LINE ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 A-1 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 VIEW: LOOKING NORTHWEST2SITE PHOTO SCALE:3 CONCRETE APRON DETAIL 1/8" = 1'-0" SCALE:4 CONCRETE APRON DETAIL 1/4" = 1'-0" 97 3 96 9 97 0 97 1 97 2 97 4 975 SHEET CONTENTS: ENLARGED SITE PLAN SCALE:1 ENLARGED SITE PLAN 1/8" = 1'-0" NORTH PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 A-2 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 SHEET CONTENTS: PROPOSED KEYS CABLE BRIDGE PLAN NORTH SCALE:1 CABLE BRIDGE PLAN 1/4" = 1'-0"2 PROPOSED KEYS PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 A-3 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 SHEET CONTENTS: MOUNT BRACKET DETAILS SCALE:1 ENLARGED ELEVATION 3/8" = 1'-0"SCALE:2 ANTENNA MOUNTING DETAIL 3/8" = 1'-0" NORTH SCALE:3 ANTENNA MOUNTING DETAIL 3/8" = 1'-0" NORTH SCALE:4 ANTENNA MOUNTING DETAIL 3/8" = 1'-0" NORTH SCALE:5 POLE FEATURE PLAN N/A NORTH PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 A-4 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 NORTH SHEET CONTENTS: OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 A-5 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 SYMBOL AND NOTE LEGENDGENERAL GROUNDING NOTES: · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · SHEET CONTENTS: GROUNDING NOTES SCALE:1 EXOTHERMIC WELD DETAILS NTS SCALE:2 COMPRESSION CONNECTOR DETAILS NTS PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 G-1 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 G-2 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 SHEET CONTENTS: GROUNDING PLAN GROUNDING DETAIL INDEX DETAIL DETAIL DESCRIPTION 11.1 TEST WELL DETAIL, GROUND RING & ROD DETAIL REBAR GROUNDING DETAIL CONDUIT DETAIL TYPICAL GROUNDING CABLE BRIDGE DETAIL TYPICAL TOWER GROUNDING DETAIL11.6 11.3 11.4 11.5 GROUNDING DETAIL INDEX NORTH SCALE:1 GROUNDING PLAN NTS SLAB SLAB ON GRADE GROUNDING E H SHEET CONTENTS: SITE UTILITY PLAN PULLBOX LOCATION PLAN POWER TYPE: 120/240V, SINGLE PHASE, 200 AMPS SCALE:1 SITE PLAN 1" = 50'-0" NORTH SCALE:3 PULLBOX LOCATION PLAN 3/32" = 1'-0" NORTH SCALE:2 ENLARGED SITE UTILITY PLAN 3/32" = 1'-0" NORTH PROJECT DRAWN BY: CHECKED BY: MIN TOFFEE CEDAR AVENUE APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124 17326166 LOC. CODE: 265804 U-1 CJW BMS REV. A 10-15-24 REV. B 11-12-24 REV. C 01-13-25 9973 VALLEY VIEW RD. (952) 903-9299 10801 BUSH LAKE ROAD BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438 (952) 946-4700 WWW.DESIGN1EP.COM DESIGN EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 2 U-1 3 U-1 CE D A R A V E C. S . A . H N O . 2 3 140TH ST W. 150TH ST W. GA R D E N V I E W D R . W S O HY D S E H PID:014940101010 BETHEL ASSEMBLIES OF GOD CHURCH PID:014850001010 ROYAL CREDIT UNION GASGASGASGAS GAS GAS GAS GAS GAS GAS GA S GAS G A S G A S G A S UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UGE UGE UGE UGE UGE UG E UG E UG E UGE UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UGE UGE UGE UGE UGE 980 975 977 97 8979 977 977 972 975 980 981 976 977 981 974 97 3 972 97 1 96 8 97 0 972 97 3 973 97 3 97 4 975 97 5 974 973 972 971 970 969 9 6 9 9 6 8 97 3 96 8 969 96 9 9 6 8 96 7 969 97 2 9 7 3 97 2 972 C. S . A . H N O . 2 3 ( C E D A R A V E N U E ) 143R D S T . W . 9 6 5 9 6 6 9 6 3 9 6 4 965 96 7 96 8 96 9 96 7 968 9 7 0 9 6 7 9 6 6 © 2024 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOCIATES, INC. SURVEYOR NOTES: MIN TOFFEE Dakota County, MN 2024-11176 No.Date REVISIONS By CHK APP'D BTB JMBFIELD WORK:CHECKED BY:DRAWN BY: © 2024 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOCIATES, INC. HALF SCALE ON 11"x17" FULL SCALE ON 22"x34" SITE NAME: DESIGN I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS DOCUMENT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. PRELIM I N A R Y 7/17/24 = DENOTES A FOUND SECTION CORNER MONUMENT ORIENTATION OF THIS BEARING SYSTEM IS BASED ON THE DAKOTA COUNTY COORDINATE SYSTEM NAD83 (1986) NO R T H SECTION LINE QUARTER LINE RIGHT OF WAY LINE LEGEND BOUNDARY LINE SITE SURVEY TREE- CONIFER EDGE OF WOODS TREE-DECIDUOUS VICINITY MAP 0 SCALE ( IN FEET ) 30 60 NO R T H PARCEL LINE UNDERGROUND ELECTRICUGE UNDERGROUND GASGAS SITE EDGE OF FIELD RETAINING WALL ELECTRIC LIGHT POLE ELECTRIC MANHOLE 1"=600' BUILDING WALL HATCH CONCRETE SURFACE = DENOTES A FOUND IRON MONUMENT W S O HY D E STORM CATCH BASIN WATER CURB STOP HYDRANT SANITARY MANHOLES CE D A R A V E C. S . A . H N O . 2 3 140TH ST W. 150TH ST W. GA R D E N V I E W D R . PID:014940101010 BETHEL ASSEMBLIES OF GOD CHURCH PID:014850001010 ROYAL CREDIT UNION GASGASGASGAS GAS GAS GAS GAS GAS GAS GA S GAS G A S G A S G A S UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UGE UGE UGE UGE UGE UG E UG E UG E UGE UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UG E UGE UGE UGE UGE UGE 980 975 977 97 8979 977 977 972 975 980 981 976 977 981 974 97 3 972 97 1 96 8 97 0 972 97 3 973 97 3 97 4 975 97 5 974 973 972 971 970 969 9 6 9 9 6 8 97 3 96 8 969 96 9 9 6 8 96 7 969 97 2 9 7 3 97 2 972 C. S . A . H N O . 2 3 ( C E D A R A V E N U E ) 143R D S T . W . 9 6 5 9 6 6 9 6 3 9 6 4 965 96 7 96 8 96 9 96 7 968 9 7 0 9 6 7 9 6 6 LESSEE PREMISES SEE DETAIL (SHEET 2) SEE DETAIL (SHEET 2) SEE DETAIL (SHEET 2) 1 W S O HY D S E H © 2024 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOCIATES, INC. SURVEYOR NOTES: MIN TOFFEE Dakota County, MN 2024-11176 No.Date REVISIONS By CHK APP'D BTB NTGFIELD WORK:CHECKED BY:DRAWN BY: © 2024 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOCIATES, INC. HALF SCALE ON 11"x17" FULL SCALE ON 22"x34" SITE NAME: DESIGN I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS DOCUMENT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. 7/17/24 = DENOTES A FOUND SECTION CORNER MONUMENT ORIENTATION OF THIS BEARING SYSTEM IS BASED ON THE DAKOTA COUNTY COORDINATE SYSTEM NAD83 (1986) NO R T H SECTION LINE QUARTER LINE RIGHT OF WAY LINE LEGEND BOUNDARY LINE SITE SURVEY TREE- CONIFER EDGE OF WOODS TREE-DECIDUOUS VICINITY MAP 0 SCALE ( IN FEET ) 30 60 NO R T H PARCEL LINE UNDERGROUND ELECTRICUGE UNDERGROUND GASGAS SITE EDGE OF FIELD RETAINING WALL ELECTRIC LIGHT POLE ELECTRIC MANHOLE 1"=600' BUILDING WALL HATCH CONCRETE SURFACE = DENOTES A FOUND IRON MONUMENT W S O HY D E STORM CATCH BASIN WATER CURB STOP HYDRANT SANITARY MANHOLES SHEET 1 OF 2 SHEETS GAS GAS GAS GAS GA S G A S G A S G A S G A S G A S 97 0 97 3 97 4 975 97 5 974 973 972 971 970 969 9 6 9 9 6 8 97 3 96 8 969 9 7 3 143 R D S T . W . 9 6 5 9 6 6 9 6 4 965 96 7 96 8 96 9 96 8 9 7 0 9 6 7 9 6 6 1 S90°00'00"E 25.00 N0 0 ° 0 0 ' 0 0 " E 30 . 0 0 N90°00'00"W 25.00 S0 0 ° 0 0 ' 0 0 " W 30 . 0 0 LESSEE PREMISES W S O HY D S © 2024 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOCIATES, INC. MIN TOFFEE Dakota County, MN 2024-11176 No.Date REVISIONS By CHK APP'D BTB NTGFIELD WORK:CHECKED BY:DRAWN BY: © 2024 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOCIATES, INC. HALF SCALE ON 11"x17" FULL SCALE ON 22"x34" SITE NAME: DESIGN I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS DOCUMENT WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION AND THAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA. 7/17/24 SITE SURVEY LESSEE PREMISES DESCRIPTION: LESSEE ACCESS AND UTILITIES EASEMENT DESCRIPTION: UTILITY COMPANY UTILITIES EASEMENT DESCRIPTION: NO R T H 0 SCALE ( IN FEET ) 20 40 DETAIL SHEET 2 OF 2 SHEETS January 15, 2025 Brian Schriener Design 1 of Eden Prairie 9973 Valley View Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 RE: Proposed 86’ Monopole for MIN TOFFEE, MN Dear Mr. Schriener, Upon receipt of order, we propose to design and supply the above-referenced monopole for an Basic Wind Speed of 109 mph without ice and 50 mph with 1.5” ice, Risk Category II, Site- specific Exposure Category, and Topographic Category 1, in accordance with the Telecommunications Industry Association Standard ANSI/TIA-222-H. When designed according to this standard, the wind pressures and steel strength capacities include several safety factors. Therefore, it is highly unlikely that the monopole will fail structurally in a wind event where the design wind speed is exceeded within the range of the built-in safety factors. Should the wind speed increase beyond the capacity of the built-in safety factors, to the point of failure of one or more structural elements, the most likely location of the failure would be within the monopole shaft, above the base plate. Assuming that the wind pressure profile is similar to that used to design the monopole, the monopole will buckle at the location of the highest combined stress ratio within the monopole shaft. This is likely to result in the portion of the monopole above leaning over and remaining in a permanently deformed condition. Please note that this letter only applies to the above-referenced monopole designed and manufactured by Sabre Industries. This would effectively result in a fall radius less than or equal to 50% of the monopole height. Sincerely, Thomas T. Wilson, P.E. Design Engineer CITY OF MEMO Public Works TO: Sydnee Stroeing, Associate Planner FROM: Evan Acosta, Assistant City Engineer DATE: February 27, 2025 SUBJECT: Bethel Assemblies Church Tower CUP plans dated 1/13/2025 Sydnee, The following are comments regarding the Bethel Assemblies Church Tower CUP Plans dated January 13, 2025. Please include these items as conditions to approval. General 1. All work and infrastructure within public easements or right of way shall be to City standards. 2. Provide a narrative of how the buildings will be constructed and any impacts. The narrative shall include the following: a. Shoring (if applicable) b. Material Storage. c. Haul routes to and from the site. d. Phasing 3. No construction work shall begin prior to a preconstruction meeting conference with a Public works and a Building Inspections representative. 4. Provide a copy of the approval letter from the Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI), if applicable, prior to construction. 5. Public Work Department (952-953-2400) shall be notified a minimum of 48 hours for any required water main shut downs and/or connections. Permits 6. Provide a copy of all executed permits prior to construction. 7. Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) shall review private utilities. 8. A right of way permit will be required for all work within public easements or right of way. 9. A Natural Resource Management Permit (NRMP) will be required prior to any land disturbing activity commences. Site 10. Show locations of proposed lighting fixtures for parking lots and site. 11. Final site plan to be approved by the City Engineer 12. The City will require the new driveway entrance to be a Non-Residential Driveway (Concrete Entrance). See City Detail plate STR-5. • The detail on sheet A-1 should be changed to reflect City Plate STR-5. 13. The City requires that sidewalk is extended from the existing driveway to the east of the proposed access to the west property line. • The sidewalk shall be 6’ in width and built per city detail STR-35 • STR-35 shall be shown on the plans • Proposed handholes shall be located outside of the sidewalk. 14. All driveways must be paved surface (concrete or asphalt). • The plans currently show a gravel driveway access. Landscape and Natural Resources 15. Tree inventory is required for all affected trees located in work zone, and any replacement tree planting will need to follow the 15-10-5 diversity rule. 16. Final landscaping plan to be approved by Natural Resources Coordinator. Verizon Wireless Bethel’s Rock Church CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Site Name: MIN Toffee 2 Site Overview ▪Located at 14201 Cedar Ave. ▪Wooded area in southern end of parcel. ▪86’ monopole with 4’ lightning rod. ▪Flush mounted antennas to reduce visibility. ▪25’ x 30’ ground area with opaque fencing and locked gate. ▪Painted to match adjacent church building. ▪43’ fall zone. ▪Complies with all applicable setbacks. 3 4 How many trees are being removed? One 24”tree and brush will be removed. What other sites were considered? There are no existing towers or buildings of sufficient height within the 0.5-mile colocation exclusion radius. Subsequently, there are no feasible alternatives to consider. The available ACL on the Apple Valley High School football stadium tower is about 45’ which does not satisfy the respective 78’ and 84’ ACLs required to achieve network objectives. It is also only 0.9 miles from the nearest existing site. Why was the tower site moved from 2017 CUP? The original location was agreed to by the previous owner, Mount Olivet. The new location is to accommodate Bethel Rock’s future development plans. Was Magellan Pipeline contacted for the tower site? No, as shown in the land survey, the lease premises and access are not within the pipeline easement. Furthermore, existing gas lines are located on the south side of 143rd St. Construction access, how long will construction take? Construction access will come from 143rd St except for underground electric which is installed from a transformer to the north. Construction is a phased process including civil work, tower stacking, antenna installation, and utility installation. In total, the process will be approximately 6-weeks. Are there any other sites on the property where the tower could be located? No, Bethel Rock’s development plans restrict the entire parking lot. Other areas are too heavily wooded and existing location is setback compliant. Initial Hearing Questions 5 FCC limits and how are they measured? The FCC regulates emissions. See FCC Consumer Guide.Note this is an overview of the method but specific numbers have changed since the article was published in 2019. FCC guidelines are based on recommendations from other federal health and safety agencies including the EPA, FDA, OSHA, National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH), Institute of Electric and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP). What are the emissions for this tower? Emissions are within FCC mandated guidelines. Power emitted at ground level is far lower than at antenna level. See CTIA Health & Safety handout. Is there a requirement to monitor emissions? o There is no independent monitoring requirement. With several hundred thousand cell sites in the U.S., it would not be feasible for the FCC to track and monitor individual sites. Additional Resources: FCC Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Fields: Guidelines for Cellular Antenna Sites FCC RF Safety FAQ CTIA Health & Safety FCC Compliance Land Survey 6 Photo Simulations 7 Cedar Avenue & 143rd Street -View 1 8 Glenda Drive & 143rd Street View 2 9 Church Parking Lot –View 3 10 Comparable Site -Eden Prairie, MN 11 Surrounding Verizon Sites 12 1/2-Mile Colocation Exclusion Radius 13 1 CITY OF APPLE VALLEY RESOLUTION NO. 20 25 - ___ A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR 8 6 ’ TALL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS MONOPOLE IN “P” (INSTITUTIONAL) ZONE AND ATTACHING CONDITIONS THERETO WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 462.357 the City of Apple Valley has adopted, as Title XV of the City Code of Ordinances, zoning regulations to control land uses throughout the City ; and WHEREAS, said regulations provide that wireless communication towers may be allowed within a “P” (Institutional) zoning district and in accordance with specific performance standards, as a conditional use ; and WHEREAS, approval of a Conditional Use Permit for the installation of a wireless communications monopole tower has been requested by Buell Consulting, Inc., on behalf of Cellco Partnership , and the property owner, Bethel Assemblies of God Church , on property legally described as Lot 1, Block 1, Mount Olivet Second Addition ; and WHEREAS, on DATE, a public hearing before the Apple Valley Planning Commission was held for the review of the Conditional Use Permit request; and WHEREAS, on DATE, the Apple Valley Planning Commission recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit request subject to certain conditions ; and WHEREAS, the Apple Valley City Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for a wireless communications monopole tower on the Property on January 12, 2017, as memorialized in Resolution No. 2017 -11 and recorded as Document No. 772669 (“2017 CUP”); and WHEREAS, no wireless communications monopole tower was installed on the Property pursuant to the 2017 CUP and accordingly, the 2017 CUP has since lapsed and is no longer valid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, that a Conditional Use Permit for a wireless communications monopole tower on property legally described as Lot 1, Block 1, Mount Olivet Second Addition is approved subject to compliance with the City Code and the following conditions: 1.The construction and operation of the wireless communications monopole tower shall be in conformance with the Site Plan (Sheet A-1) dated DATE and the Enlarged Site Plan (Sheet A-2) dated DATE. 2.The antennas shall be flush -mounted to the monopole in accordance with the North Elevation Plan (Sheet T-1) dated DATE. 2 3.A building permit and electrical permit shall be obtained from the Building Inspections Department prior to any construction on the site. 4.Tower construction, maintenance, and operation shall comply with the communications tower requirements set forth in the City code, Section 155.385. 5.A qualified and licensed professional engineer shall submit certified construction plans which are in conformance with the following: the latest structural standards; acceptable engineering methods and practices and the National Electrical code. 6.The telecommunication service applicant shall provide verification of written final authorization/agreement with the landowner for the placement of the tower on the property prior to issuance of the building permit. 7.Subject to all conditions noted in the City Engineer’s memo dated DATE. 8.Landscaping that provides year-round screening shall be installed adjacent to 143rd St W. A landscaping plan shall be submitted for review and approval prior to the issuance of a building permit. 9.The property owner shall maintain the existing trees surrounding the tower and equipment pad area that serve as screening. If these trees are determined to be insufficient in screening the tower area, additional screening measures may be required. 10.A tree preservation concept shall be submitted prior to the issuance of a Natural Resources Management Permit (NRMP). 11.A qualified and licensed professional engineer shall certify that the cell tower is designed in all aspects to accommodate both the operator’s antenna and one additional user. 12.The base of the tower shall be enclosed with a fence at least six feet in height, constructed of a durable, maintenance-free material that effectively screens the mechanical equipment. The proposed fence material shall be submitted for review and approval before a building permit is issued. 13.The 12 -foot-wide access driveway shall be paved with either concrete or bituminous material from and including the driveway apron abutting the public right of way to the security fence . 14.The tower’s surface color shall be selected to blend with the surrounding area as effectively as possible and shall be reviewed and approved by the City’s Planning Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3 15.The Conditional Use Permit may be revoked for cause if the terms of (1 ) through (14) preceding are not adhered to or met while the tower is in place. ADOPTED this ___ day of _____, 20 25. _________________________________ Clint Hooppaw, Mayor ATTEST: ___________________________________ Christina M. Scipioni, City Clerk CERTIFICATE I, Christina Scipioni, Apple Valley City Clerk, hereby certify that the forgoing is a true and correct copy of a resolution adopted by the City Council on DATE, the original of which is in my possession, dated this _____day of ______________________, 2025. ____________________________________ Christina M. Scipioni, City Clerk THIS INSTRUMENT WAS DRAFTED BY: City of Apple Valley, Minnesota Attn: Community Development Department 7100 147th Street West Apple Valley, MN 55124 (952) 953 -2500 Project No. PC25-02-C I T E M: 6.A. P L A NNI NG C O MMI S S I O N ME E T I NG D AT E:March 19, 2025 S E C T I O N:Other Business Description: Review of Upcoming S chedule and Other Updates S taff Contact: B reanna Vincent, Department Assistant Department / Division: Community Development Department AC T I O N RE Q UE S T E D: N/A S UM M ARY: Next P lanning Commission Meetings: Wednesday, April 2, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. Applications due by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. Applications due by 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Next City Council Meetings: T hursday, March 27, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. T hursday, April 10, 2025 - 7:00 p.m. B AC K G RO UND: N/A B UD G E T I M PAC T: N/A