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SP201000022 Staff Report 2010-11-01
o� arm ALBEMARLE COUNTY PLANNING STAFF REPORT SUMMARY Project Name: SP 2010 -022 Heard's Mountain- Verizon Staff: Megan Yaniglos, Senior Planner Wireless Tier III PWSF Planning Commission Public Hearing: Board of Supervisors Hearing: October 5, 2010 TBD Owners: Centel Cellular Company Applicant: Alltel Communications of Virginia, Inc Acreage: 0 Rezone from: Not applicable (Lease Area: 5,682 square feet) Special Use Permit for: 10.2.2(48) Special Use Permit, which allows for Tier III personal wireless facilities in the RA Zoning District. TMP: Tax Map 97, Parcel 4F By -right use: RA, Rural Areas Location: On Heard's Mountain Trail (State Route 633) approximately 2 miles west of the intersection of Heard's Mountain Trail and Hungrytown Road (State Route 698). Magisterial District: Samuel Miller Proffers /Conditions: Yes Requested # of Dwelling Units /Lots: N/A DA - RA - X Proposal: Replace three (3) existing microwave Comp. Plan Designation: Rural Area in Rural dishes with (2) new dishes at heights of 74 and 90 Area 3. feet and replace four whip antennas and six panel antennas with a single full sectored array of up to twelve panel antennas on an existing 150 foot tower on Heard's Mountain (which requires a waiver /modification of section 5.1.40.C.3). Character of Property: Wooded and Mountainous Use of Surrounding Properties: Rural Areas - terrain with multiple existing Personal Wireless Service single family residential Facilities creating a small tower farm at the top of the mountain. Factors Favorable: Factors Unfavorable: none 1. The existing monopole currently represents an opportunity site. 2. The changes to the site will have minimal impact on the adjoining areas. Zoning Ordinance Waivers and Recommendations: 1. Section 10.2.2 [48] and Section 5.1.4 Personal Wireless Facility- Tier III co- location- array antenna, microwave dishes, and whip antenna on existing tower- approval STAFF CONTACT: PLANNING COMMISSION: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: AGENDA TITLE: PROPERTY OWNER: APPLICANT: PROPOSAL: Megan Yaniglos, Senior Planner October 5, 2010 .) SP 2010 -022: Heard's Mountain- Verizon Wireless Tier III Centel Cellular Company Alltel Communications of Virginia, Inc. This is a proposal to replace three (3) existing microwave dishes with (2) new dishes at heights of 74 and 90 feet and replace four whip antennas and six panel antennas with a single full sectored array of up to twelve panel antennas on an existing 150 foot tower on Heard's Mountain [Attachments A and C]. The property is 0 acres, described as Tax Map 97, Parcel 4F, is located in the Samuel Miller Magisterial District and is zoned RA, Rural Areas. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Comprehensive Plan designates the property as Rural Area in Rural Area 3. CHARACTER OF THE AREA: The proposed site is located on Heard's Mountain Trail [State Route 633] approximately 2 miles west of the intersection of Heard's Mountain Trail and Hungrytown Road [State Route 698] [Attachment A]. This site also contains other similar personal wireless service facilities that creates a small tower farm at the top of the mountain.The surrounding parcels are zoned Rural Areas [RA] and the property is located in the Mountain Overlay District. PLANNING AND ZONING HISTORY: SP 1990 -066 Centel Cellular Company of Charlottesville Approval granted with conditions for a request for the construction of a 150 foot monopole [Attachment D]. DISCUSSION: The existing monopole has a top height of 150 feet. Verizon Wireless currently owns and maintains three (3) microwave dishes (mounted at heights of 75 feet, 105 feet, and 112 feet), and sectored array containing four (4) whip antennas with centerline mounts at heights of 128 feet and 155 feet on the tower and two sets of flush mounted panel antennas (6 total) at 139 feet and 144 feet. All of the equipment was acquired by Verizon Wireless from Alltel when the two companies merged. The proposed facility requires approval of a Tier III special use permit, since the applicant is proposing the removal of all three of the existing Alltel microwave dishes and replacing them with two (2) new dishes at heights of 74 feet and 90 feet. The applicant is also proposing to replace the existing four whip antennas that extend above the tower and six flush mounted panel N antennas with a single full sectored array of up to twelve (12) panel antennas on an existing platform mount at the top of the existing tower. Along with the removal and replacement changes, the applicant is requesting a modification in accordance with Section 5.1 (a) to requirement of Sections 5.1.40 (c)(4) and 5.1.40 (c)(5) which states that a tree conservation plan be submitted prior to the issuance of a building permit, and that the installation, operation and maintenance be in accordance with the tree conservation plan. The proposal will also need a modification to Section 5.1.40 (c)(3) to allow array antenna in place of the requirement for flush mounted antenna. The Planning Commission will need to make findings on the appropriateness of the proposed personal wireless facility. If the Planning Commission approves the personal wireless facility it will need to act on the modifications listed below: Zoning Ordinance Modifications 1. Section 5.1.40 (c)(4)- Requirement for a tree conservation plan to be submitted prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. Section 5.1.40 (c)(5)- The installation, operation and maintenance of the facility to be conducted in accordance with the tree conservation plan. 3. Section 5.1.40 (c)(3)- Mounting standard to allow array antennas. ANALYSIS OF THE SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST: Section 31.2.4.1 of the Zoning Ordinance below requires that special use permits be reviewed as follows: Will the use be of substantial detriment to adjacent property? The tower is existing and currently is not a detriment to the adjacent property. It is Staff's opinion that the replacement of the microwave antennas and the replacement of the whip antennas and flush mounted antennas with an array of up to 12 panel antennas will not cause the existing tower to be a detriment to the adjacent property. Will the character of the zoning district change with this use? The addition of another PWSF should not impact the character of the district. Will the use be in harmony with the purpose and intent of the zoning ordinance? Staff has reviewed the provisions of Sections 1.4, 1.5, 1.6 and 10.0 of the Zoning Ordinance. The modification of the location of the antenna will allow this facility to provide enhanced services to the County and therefore staff opinion is that this request is in harmony with the purpose and intent of the ordinance, specifically the provisions of Section 1.4 Will the use be in harmony with the uses permitted by right in the district? The existing facility has existed without adversely impacting uses permitted in the district. No significant adverse impacts on adjacent properties in the district are anticipated due to the modification of this facility. This facility will be in harmony with the uses permitted by right in the district. Will the use comply with the additional regulations provided in Section 5.0 of this ordinance? The purpose of Section 5.1.40 is to implement the personal wireless service facilities policy. This proposal does conform with the County's Personal Wireless Service Facilities Policy. On pages 48 and 50 of the Policy it states that antenna arrays do not comply with the design guidelines and are highly visible and are discouraged, flush mounted antennas are recommended. Staff's opinion is that although antenna arrays are discouraged, there are existing array antennas on the existing structure and the proposal does not result in additional visual impact. Section 5.1.12(a) of the Zoning Ordinance addresses the installation of public utility structures such as towers and antennas by stating, in part, that those items shall not endanger the health and safety of workers and/or residents, and will not impair or prove detrimental to neighboring properties. In order to operate this facility, the applicant is required to comply with all of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) guidelines that are intended to protect the public health and safety from high levels of radio frequency emissions and electromagnetic fields that are associated with wireless broadcasting and telecommunications facilities. Will the public health, safety and general welfare of the community be protected if the use is approved? The public health, safety, and general welfare of the community is protected through the special use permit process, which assures that uses approved by special use permit are appropriate in the location requested. In this case, the proposed facility will give Verizon the ability to upgrade the existing equipment and therefore offer a better range of services, and increase the levels of quality and coverage in addition to the required E911 call services. This can be seen as contributing to the public health, safety and welfare on a regional level. Compliance with Section 5.1.40 of the Zoning Ordinance The county's specific design criteria for Tier III facilities as set forth in section 5.1.40 (e) are addressed as follows. Section 5.1.40 (e) Tier III facilities. Each Tier III facility may be established upon approval of a special use permit issued pursuant to section 31.2.4 of this chapter, initiated upon an application satisfying the requirements of subsection 5.1.40(a) and section 31.2.4, and it shall be installed and operated in compliance with all applicable provisions of this chapter and the following: 1. The facility shall comply with subsection 5.1.40(b) subsection 5.1.40(c)(2) through (9) and subsection 5.1.40 (d)(2),(3),(6) and (7), unless modified by the board of supervisors during special use permit review. 2 The facility shall comply with all conditions of approval of the special use permit. Requirements of subsection 5.1.40(a) application for approval and section 31.2.4 special use permits have been met. Compliance with Section 5.1.40(e) of the Zoning Ordinance: The County's specific design criteria for Tier III facilities set forth in Section 5.1.40(e)(1) and 5.1.40(e)(2) are addressed as follows: [Ordinance sections are in italics] Subsection 5.1.40(b) (1 -5): Exemption from regulations otherwise applicable: Except as otherwise exempted in this paragraph, each facility shall be subject to all applicable regulations 2 in this chapter. The proposed antennas for the modifications to this existing Personal Wireless Service Facility will be attached on existing brackets and pipe mounts that can be viewed as part of the monopole. Attached site drawings, antennae and equipment specifications have been provided to demonstrate that personal wireless service facilities (PWSF) regulations and any relevant site plan requirements set forth in Section 32 of the zoning ordinance have been addressed. Subsection 5.1.40(c)(2): The facility shall be designed, constructed and maintained as follows: (i) guy wires shall not be permitted; (ii) outdoor lighting for the facility shall be permitted only during maintenance periods; regardless of the lumens emitted, each outdoor luminaire shall be fully shielded as required by section 4.17 of this chapter; (iii) any equipment cabinet not located within the existing structure shall be screened from all lot lines either by terrain, existing structures, existing vegetation, or by added vegetation approved by the county's landscape planner; (iv) a whip antenna less than six (6) inches in diameter may exceed the height of the existing structure; (v) a grounding rod, whose height shall not exceed two (2) feet and whose width shall not exceed one (1) inch in diameter at the base and tapering to a point, may be installed at the top of facility or the structure; and (vi) within one month after the completion of the installation of the facility, the applicant shall provide a statement to the agent certifying that the height of all components of the facility complies with this regulation. The existing structure proposed to support the antenna co- location is a steel monopole tower. The tower currently supports microwave dishes, sectored array antenna, flush mounted antenna, and whip antenna. The proposed antenna does not require the installation of guy wires. No additional lighting or structures are proposed. Subsection 5.1.40(c)(3): Equipment shall be attached to the exterior of a structure only as follows: (i) the total number of arrays of antennas attached to the existing structure shall not exceed three (3), and each antenna proposed to be attached under the pending application shall not exceed the size shown on the application, which size shall not exceed one thousand one hundred fifty two (1152) square inches; (ii) no antenna shall project from the structure beyond the minimum required by the mounting equipment, and in no case shall any point on the face of an antenna project more than twelve (12) inches from the existing structure; and (iii) each antenna and associated equipment shall be a color that matches the existing structure. For purposes of this section, all types of antennas and dishes regardless of their use shall be counted toward the limit of three arrays. Since this request proposes an array of antennas that will not be flush - mounted on an existing monopole, the replacement of microwave dishes, and the replacement of whip antennas, a modification of this section is required. The proposal consists of the removal of all three of the existing Alltel microwave dishes and replacement with two (2) new dishes at heights of 74 feet and 90 feet. The proposal also includes a request to replace the existing four whip antennas that extend above the tower and six flush mounted panel antennas with a single full sectored array of up to 12 panel antennas on the existing platform mount at the top of the tower [Attachment B]. It is Staff's opinion that the proposed modification to this section to allow array antennas in place of flush - mounted will not have a measureable increase in adverse visual impacts to open space resources, or adjacent properties than what currently exists. 5 Subsection 5.1.40(c)(4): Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant shall submit a tree conservation plan prepared by a certified arborist. The plan shall be submitted to the agent for review and approval to assure that all applicable requirements have been satisfied. The plan shall specify tree protection methods and procedures, and identify all existing trees to be removed on the parcel for the installation, operation and maintenance of the facility. Except for the tree removal expressly authorized by the agent, the applicant shall not remove existing trees within the lease area or within one hundred (100) feet in all directions surrounding the lease area of any part of the facility. In addition, the agent may identify additional trees or lands up to two hundred (200) feet from the lease area to be included in the plan. The applicant is requesting a waiver of this requirement in accordance with Section 5.1 (a) since the proposal is for a co- location on an existing monopole and no existing trees in the vicinity of the site will be impacted. Subsection 5.1.40(c)(5)The installation, operation and maintenance of the facility shall be conducted in accordance with the tree conservation plan. Dead and dying trees identified by the arborist's report may be removed if so noted on the tree conservation plan. If tree removal is later requested that was not approved by the agent when the tree conservation plan was approved, the applicant shall submit an amended plan. The agent may approve the amended plan if the proposed tree removal will not adversely affect the visibility of the facility from any location off of the parcel. The agent may impose reasonable conditions to assure that the purposes of this paragraph are achieved. The applicant is requesting a waiver of this requirement in accordance with Section 5.1 (a) since the proposal is for a co- location on an existing monopole and no existing trees in the vicinity of the site will be impacted. Subsection 5.1.40(c)(6): The facility shall be disassembled and removed from the site within ninety (90) days of the date its use for personal wireless service purposes is discontinued. If the agent determines at any time that surety is required to guarantee that the facility will be removed as required, the agent may require that the parcel owner or the owner of the facility submit a certified check, a bond with surety, or a letter of credit, in an amount sufficient for, and conditioned upon, the removal of the facility. The type and form of the surety guarantee shall be to the satisfaction of the agent and the county attorney. In determining whether surety should be required, the agent shall consider the following: (i) the annual report states that the tower or pole is no longer being used for personal wireless service facilities; (ii) the annual report was not filed; (iii) there is a change in technology that makes it likely that tower or pole will be unnecessary in the near future; (iv) the permittee fails to comply with applicable regulations or conditions; (v) the permittee fails to timely remove another tower or pole within the county; and (vi) whenever otherwise deemed necessary by the agent. Should use of the antennae site in this location become discontinued at anytime in the future, Verizon and/or its assignee(s) will be required to remove the facility within 90 days. Subsection 5.1.40(0(7): The owner of the facility shall submit a report to the agent by no earlier than May or and no later than July 1 of each year. The report shall identify each user of the existing structure, and include a drawing, photograph or other illustration identifying which equipment is owned and /or operated by each personal wireless service provider. Multiple users on a single tower or other mounting structure may submit a single report, provided that the Co report includes a statement signed by a representative from each user acquiescing in the report. After the proposed facility has been installed, Verizon Wireless has stated that they will ensure that the required annual report is submitted to accurately account for all existing and proposed equipment on Personal Wireless Service Facilities at this site. Subsection 5.1.40(c)(8): No slopes associated with the installation of the facility and accessory uses shall be created that are steeper than 2:1 unless retaining walls, revetments, or other stabilization measures acceptable to the county engineer are employed. No slopes associated with the installation of the facility are steeper than 2:1. Subsection 5.1.40(c)(9): Any equipment cabinet not located within an existing building shall be fenced only with the approval of the agent upon finding that the fence: (i) would protect the facility from trespass in areas of high volumes of vehicular or pedestrian traffic or, in the rural areas, to protect the facility from livestock or wildlife; (ii) would not be detrimental to the character of the area; and (iii) would not be detrimental to the public health, safety or general welfare. The proposed modifications will not require any additional fencing aside from what is existing and/or has been previously approved. Section 5.1.40(d)(2): The site shall provide adequate opportunities for screening and the facility shall be sited to minimize its visibility from adjacent parcels and streets, regardless of their distance from the facility. If the facility would be visible from a state scenic river or a national park or national forest, regardless of whether the site is adjacent thereto, the facility also shall be sited to minimize its visibility from such river, park or forest. If the facility would be located on lands subject to a conservation easement or an open space easement, or adjacent to a conservation easement or open space easement, the facility shall be sited so that it is not visible from any resources specifically identified for protection in the deed of easement. The proposed modification will not necessitate any increase in the overall height of the tower, and the proposed antennas will be at a lower height than the existing antennas on the monopole. The proposal will not have any additional visual impacts to adjacent properties that what currently exists. Section 5.1.40(d)(3): The facility shall not adversely impact resources identified in the county's open space plan. Staff's analysis of this request addresses the concern for the possible loss of aesthetic or historic resources. The proposed lease area is located within Mountain Overlay District in the Open Space Plan [Attachment E]. However, Staff believes that the removal and replacement of the antennas will not have any measureable increase in adverse impacts on the Mountain Overlay District that what already exists. Section 5.1.40(d)(6): The top of the monopole, measured in elevation above mean sea level, shall not exceed the height approved by the commission. The approved height shall not be more than seven (7) feet taller than the tallest tree within twenty -five (25) feet of the monopole, and shall include any base, foundation or grading that raises the pole above the pre- existing natural 7 ground elevation; provided that the height approved by the commission may be up to ten (10) feet taller than the tallest tree if the owner of the facility demonstrates to the satisfaction of the commission that there is not a material difference in the visibility of the monopole at the proposed height, rather than at a height seven (7) feet taller than the tallest tree; and there is not a material difference in adverse impacts to resources identified in the county's open space plan caused by the monopole at the proposed height, rather than at a height seven (7) feet taller than the tallest tree. The applicant may appeal the commissioner's denial of a modification to the board of supervisors as provided in subsection 5.1.40(d) (12). The proposed facility will utilize and existing structure for its antenna mount. Section 5.1.40(d)(7): Each wood monopole shall be a dark brown natural wood color; each metal or concrete monopole shall be painted a brown wood color to blend into the surrounding trees. The antennas, supporting brackets, and all other equipment attached to the monopole shall be a color that closely matches that of the monopole. The ground equipment, the ground equipment cabinet, and the concrete pad shall also be a color that closely matches that of the monopole, provided that the ground equipment and the concrete pad need not be of such a color if they are enclosed within or behind an approved structure, fagade or fencing that: (i) is a color that closely matches that of the monopole; (ii) is consistent with the character of the area; and (iii) makes the ground equipment and concrete pad invisible at any time of year from any other parcel or a public or private street. The proposed antennas will be painted to match the color of the existing tower and mounts, which has a galvanized steel finish. The proposed microwave dishes will be colored the same as the existing dishes currently attached to the tower. No additional ground equipment is being proposed. Section 5.1.40(e)2: The facility shall comply with all conditions of approval of the special use permit. If this special use permit request is approved it will have to continually comply with the conditions of the special use permit. Section 704(a)(7)(b)(I)(II) of The Telecommunications Act of 1996: This application is subject to the Telecommunications Act of 1996, which provides in part that the regulation of the placement, construction, and modification of personal wireless service facilities by any State or local government or instrumentality thereof (I) shall not unreasonably discriminate among providers of functionally equivalent services; (II) shall not prohibit or have the effect of prohibiting the provision of personal wireless services. 47 U.S. C. In order to operate this facility, the applicant is required to comply with the FCC guidelines for radio frequency emissions that are intended to protect the public health and safety. Neither the Comprehensive Plan nor the Zoning Ordinance prohibits the provision of personal wireless services. However, both do implement specific policies and regulations for the siting and design of wireless facilities. It is staff's opinion that this proposal is consistent with the County's Personal Wireless Service Facilities policy. The denial of this proposal would not unreasonably discriminate among providers of equivalent services, or prohibit the provision of personal wireless services, as the applicant could conform with the previous special use permit conditions. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the proposed personal wireless service facility based on the analysis provided herein. If the Planning Commission approves the personal wireless facility it will need to act on the modification request for the requirement of a tree conservation plan. The modifications are outlined below: Zoning Ordinance Modifications 1. Section 5.1.40 (c)(4)- Requirement for a tree conservation plan to be submitted prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. Section 5.1.40 (c)(5)- The installation, operation and maintenance of the facility to be conducted in accordance with the tree conservation plan. 3. Section 5.1.40 (c)(3)- Mounting standard to allow array antennas. SUMMARY: Staff has identified factors which are favorable and unfavorable to this proposal: Factors favorable to this request include: 1. The existing monopole currently represents an opportunity site. 2. The changes to the site will have minimal impact on the adjoining areas. Factors unfavorable to this request include: none In order to comply with Section 5.1.40(d) of the Zoning Ordinance, the Planning Commission is required to provide the applicant with a statement regarding the basis for denial and all items that will have to be addressed to satisfy each requirement. Conditions of approval: 1. Tower height not to exceed 150 feet; a. Staff approval of equipment building(s) and other- ; o ei #s. (The additional condition that the tower shall comply with Section 5.1.40 will cover this old condition from SP 1990 -066) 3. Existing Fef-es" tower- to be r-emoved prior- to eenstnaetion of new ; (This tower has already been removed). 4. Staff appfeval of additional (ftAufe) antennae installation. No adminis4ative approval shall eenstitdte or- imply suppoft for-, or- appr-eval of-, the leeation of additional , antennae, ete., even thetigh they may be paFt of the same aetweAE of system as any pAem a .,a,,. inistfa4ivel . a °a under- this petition. (The additional condition that the tower shall comply with Section 5.1.40 will cover this old condition from SP 1990 -066) X 5. Thefe shall be lighting on the Centel tower- tmiess required by a federal . (The additional condition that the tower shall comply with Section 5.1.40 will cover this old condition from SP 1990 -066) 6. All work shall be done in general accord with what is described in the applicant's request [Attachment BL 7. The tower shall comply with Section 5.1.40 of the Zoning Ordinance, except for the modifications of Section 5.1.40 (c)(4), Section 5.1.40 (c )(5), and Section 5.1.40 (c)(3). ATTACHMENTS: A. Vicinity Map B. Applicant Justification Letter C. Photos of Existing D. SP 1990 -066 Conditions E. Open Space Plan 10 Map is for Display Purposes Only • Aerial Imagery from the Commonwealth of Virginia and Other Sources September 27, 2010 Heard's Mountain / Verizon Wireless Antenna and Microwave Modifications Special Use Permit Application For a Tier III Personal Wireless Service Facility Located at 3850 Heard's Mountain Trail Covesville, VA 22931 Submitted wimlew 1831 Rady Court Richmond, VA 23222 Contents Introduction / Project Description Tower Photos Tax Map Tower Elevation, Original Site Plans and Plat Antenna Specifications INTRODUCTION / PROJECT DESCRIPTION VERIZON WIRELESS - TIER III PERSONAL WIRELESS SERVICE FACILITY HEARD'S MOUNTAIN (FORMER ALLTEL SITE MODIFICATIONS) Project Description: Alltel Communications of Virginia Inc., trading as Verizon Wireless, respectfully requests approval of a special use permit amendment to allow the modification of a Tier III Personal Wireless Service Facility (PWSF) within a leased parcel, on property containing approximately containing approximately 5,682 feet. The site is located on Heard's Mountain Trail in the Samuel Miller Magisterial District and identified as Tax Map 97 / Parcel 4F ( "the Property "). This proposed Tier III PWSF will be an integral in part of Verizon Wireless' network that is intended to provide seamless Personal Wireless Communications Services to local residents. The existing monopole tower has a top height of 150 feet above ground level (AGL). Verizon Wireless currently owns and maintains three (3) microwave dishes (mounted at heights of 75 feet, 105 feet and 112 feet), and a sectored array containing four (4) whip antennas centerline mounted at heights of 128 and 155 feet on the tower and two sets of flush- mounted panel antennas (6 total) at 139 feet and 144 feet. All of this equipment was acquired by Verizon Wireless from Alltel when the two companies merged. Verizon Wireless is proposing the removal of all three of the existing Alltel microwave dishes and replacement with two (2) new dishes at heights of 74 feet and 90 feet. Verizon Wireless' proposal also includes a request to replace the existing four whip antennas that extend above the tower and six flush- mounted panel antennas with a single full- sectored array of up to 12 panel antennas on the existing platform mount at the top tower. In doing this, all four of the existing omn i -directional whip antennas and six of the flush - mounted panel antennas will be replaced with newer antennas that will allow for upgrades in Verizon Wireless' technology and . Objectives: Verizon Wireless currently offers service locally through Alltel's 850 MHz existing cellular network, and also carries FCC licenses for two other frequency blocks (PCS - 1900 MHz and LTE — 700 MHz) that will be integrated with this existing system to offer a wider range of voice and data services and increased network reliability. Character of the Area: The Property is zoned Rural Areas and shares its boundaries with similarly -zoned parcels that also contain similar personal wireless service facilities (all with wider profiles and more attachments, and mostly taller) creating a small tower farm at the top of this mountain). The replacement and relocation of the proposed microwave dishes will reduce the overall height of appurtenances on the tower, because two of the existing whip antennas extend above its top. Additionally, there will be a fewer total number of vertical arrays attached to the tower, as all of the antennas will be mounted at a single height and one less dish will be attached. Therefore, Verizon Wireless' proposed microwave and antenna modifications will not significantly increase any of the impacts of this existing PWSF on the character of the area. Verizon Wireless PWSF Page 1 Heard's Mountain Co- locations This proposal is consistent with the County's Personal Wireless Service Facilities Policy (hereafter "Policy ") which recommends that PWSFs "should be located in opportunity sites." Opportunity sites are "areas within properties where placement of PWSFs is encouraged by Albemarle County." These opportunity sites include existing structures that provide sites for PWSFs that can be installed with limited adverse impacts. The Policy states unequivocally that "personal wireless service facilities should utilize existing structures where possible." The existing Alltel antennas on this tower are mounted at four different heights, using a combination of flush - mounts and three - sectored mounting brackets that are readily available for co- location of the newly proposed panel antennas. The antennas proposed by Verizon Wireless will be of a similar scale as the existing panel antennas and shorter than the whip antennas at the top of the tower. Therefore, the proposed modifications will not result in any significant change in the visual character of the monopole. The proposed antenna modifications will meet the County's Policy goals regarding co- locations and utilization of opportunity sites, while effectively reducing the total number of arrays that will be attached to the monopole. Another point of consideration is the Federal Telecommunications Act, which requires that state and local zoning authorities not unreasonably discriminate against providers of functionally equivalent services. (See 47 U.S.C. § 332(c)(7)(13)(i)(I)). Verizon Wireless' proposed PWSF provides service functionally equivalent to that provided by other carriers with antennas located on the existing monopole. The proposed modifications will support technological upgrades that are more widely accepted as maintenance activity that is standard as the wireless telecommunications industry evolves. It is important that the County permit reasonable opportunities for the co- location and modification of PWSFs as companies will continue to merge and integrate networks and /or offer a wider range of services based on frequencies that are often divergent, but can increase the levels quality and coverage once integrated. Compliance with Section 5.1.40 of the Zoning Ordinance: The County's specific design criteria for Tier III Facilities, set forth in Section 5.1.40(e), are addressed as follows: • The facility shall comply with subsection 5.1.40(b), subsection 5.1.40(c)(2) through (9), and subsection 5.1.40(d)(2), (3), (6) and (7), unless modified by the board of supervisors during special use permit review. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(b () 1 -5): The antennas proposed for these PWSF modifications will be attached on existing platforms that can be viewed as a part of the monopole. The attached tower elevations, antenna and equipment specifications are being provided to demonstrate the existing and proposed locations of the dishes and antenna attachments for this PWSF. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(2): The structure proposed to support Verizon Wireless' antenna co- location is an existing tower. In addition to the facility and tower that Verizon Wireless owns at this site, there are also a few other towers and facilities supporting companies that provide personal wireless services, radio, television and a wide range of other telecommunications services located nearby. Verizon Wireless PWSF Page 2 Heard's Mountain ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(3): The existing Verizon Wireless antenna configuration consists of a full sectored array containing four (4) omni - directional antennas and also 6 flush - mounted panel antennas. Verizon Wireless is requesting permission to replace the existing antennas with capability of expanding to a maximum of 12 total antennas (4 per sector) using the existing mounting platform at the top of the tower. The proposed antennas are identified as Amphenol Antel model numbers BXA- 185063/12CF and BXA- 70080/8CF and Decibel model number DB848H80E -XY. The antennas will be installed using the existing three - sectored mounting brackets installed at the 147 -foot level on the monopole. Additionally, all three of the existing microwave dishes will be removed and replaced with two 6 -foot diameter dishes, both identified as Andrew model number UHX6 -65. Specifications for all proposed antennas and dishes are attached. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(4 and 5): The proposed replacement and relocation of antennas and dishes on the facility will not require the removal of any trees. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(6): Should use of the antennas being sited at this location become discontinued at anytime in the future, Verizon Wireless and /or its assignee(s) will completely remove the facility within 90 days. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(7): Verizon Wireless will ensure that the required annual report is submitted to accurately account for all existing and proposed equipment on PWSF at this site. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(8): Verizon Wireless is proposing the installation equipment installation without the creation of any 2:1 or greater slopes. ♦ Subsection 5.1.40(c)(9): The proposed modifications to Verizon Wireless' facility will not require any additional fencing aside from what is existing and /or has been previously approved. ♦ Section 5.1.40(d)(2): Verizon Wireless' modifications will not necessitate any increase in the overall height of the tower, and the tops of all proposed antennas will actually be lower than the highest existing antennas on the monopole. Furthermore, the replacement panel antennas are proposed on an existing set of platforms. Therefore, these minor changes will not be much different from the existing attachments, in terms of visual impacts. ♦ Section 5.1.40(d)(3): Although this site is located in the Mountain Overlay District, Verizon's antennas and equipment will not impose any measurable increase in adverse impacts upon open space resources. This is because the tower is only visible from distant locations when off -site, and the new attachments will continue to be minor features that are difficult to differentiate from the profile of the structure itself. ♦ Section 5.1.40(d)(6): The proposed facility will utilize an existing structure and existing sectored mounts for the modification of an existing PWSF installation. Verizon Wireless PWSF Page 3 Heard's Mountain ♦ Section 5.1.40(d)(7): The proposed antennas will be painted to match the color of the existing tower and mounts, which all have a galvanized steel finish. The proposed microwave dishes will be colored the same as the existing dishes that are attached to the tower. • The facility shall comply with all conditions of approval of the special use permit (Section 32.2.4): The Verizon Wireless PWSF proposed for modification with this application will utilize an existing full- sectored mounts housing array of antennas that should be viewed as being functionally equivalent to the existing Alltel arrays at the top of the monopole. There are no specific conditions in the original special use permit approval that would act to prevent the use of a full- sectored array. However, the current zoning regulations that pertain to PWSFs only allows the use of full- sectored arrays if the perceived visual impacts are determined to be minimal and a special use permit is granted Additionally, Verizon Wireless is permission to replace and relocate the existing microwave dishes at heights that will be lower than the current dish mounting heights. None of these changes should have any increase in visual impacts on the existing monopole which is shorter than most other towers at this site and also has the narrowest profile of all the structures on Heard's Mountain. Conclusion: Verizon Wireless is confident that the proposed modifications to this Personal Wireless Service Facility meet the criteria for approval of a special use permit under the guidelines set fourth for Tier III and will not conflict with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan. This special use pen-nit is being requested to allow changes to an array of antennas that will not negatively impact the surrounding area and the proposed changes will be consistent with existing structure and less visible than other facilities at this site. The approval of this PWSF application will facilitate necessary improvements for integrating Verizon Wireless' existing cellular services (acquired through the Alltel merger) and microwave backhaul system with the company's other services that are licensed in the Charlottesville market (LTE and PCS). Ultimately, this network integration will provide a greater quality of personal wireless services to Albemarle County residents in the areas near this facility on Heard's Mountain. Sincerely, Stephen Waller, AICP Site Development Consultant Verizon Wireless, Charlottesville Market Verizon Wireless PWSF Page 4 Heard's Mountain TOWER PHOTOS Duley's Electric Communication Site Services Inc. Microwave Verification Photo Documentation Heards Mtn 1.) Site Owner is Crown Castle. 7011 is the Combo 3.) Entry Port #1 2.) Site View 4.) Entry Port # 2 5.) Coax entry Port at base of the tower 6.) Climbing ladder. An existing coax is running up the middle of the ladder. Safety climb is extremly 6.) 2nd entry port at the base of the tower 8.) Existing P24A36G at 75' located on chain mount fed by a 11/4" coax. 9.) Existing UCP8H -59A at 110' located on a chain mount fed by a EW -63 11.) (2) 10' Omnis CL 128'. Omnis mounted to existing deck and each are fed by a 1 5/8" coax 10.) Existing UCP8H -59A at 108' located on a chain mount fed by a EW -63 12.) (2) 10' Omnis CL 155'. Omnis mounted to existing deck and each are fed by a 1 5/8" coax 13.) (3) panels located at 139' and (3) panels located at 144' between decks Mounted on a face mount and fed by (6) 1 14.) Overall tower view TAX MAP 084 085 086 co cn 0 ry 0 rn 00 0 191 108-1A 108-13 107 108 109 Albemarle County 09? Map: Scale �. 0 800 1,800 2,400 Feet 8 - Note: This map is fordisplay purposes only - r and shows parcels as of 12/312009. 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F n THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT ON MARCH 15, 2001 I SURVEYED THE PROPERTY SHOWN ON THIS PLAT, AND THAT THE TITLE LINES AND THE WALLS OF THE BUILDINGS ARE AS SHOWN ON THIS PLAT. THE BUILDINGS STAND STRICTLY WITHIN THE TITLE LINES AND THERE ARE NO ENCROACHMENTS OF OTHER BUILDINGS ON THE PROPERTY, EXCEPT AS SHOWN. TRACT F NOW OR FORMERLY LOUISE FISHER D.B.409 PG.511 IRON ROD IRON found) S35'29'53 "E (found) 76.33' INOW OR FORMERLY GEORGIA INDUSTRIAL REALTY CO. D.B.350 PG.171 I I GRAVEL AREA 79.33 N35'29'5. 'o �o 20' R.O.W. (D.B.226 PG.254) o� ~ M M �n w O1 H N = I O �r c C PARCEL 'X' 5,682 sq. ft. NOW OR FORMERLY TRANSCONTINENTAL GAS PIPELINE CORP. D.131.292 PG.316 OF�L 1 OUGEORGE W. MIDGETTE, JR. a No. 1430 �qNO SU" THIS SURVEY WAS PERFORMED WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF A TITLE REPORT AND MAY NOT SHOW ALL OF THE EASEMENTS AND /OR RESTRICTIONS THAT MAY AFFECT THIS SITE. LATITUDE 37'55'48.0" LONGITUDE 78'44'19.6" DATUM NAD 1983 D.B.1143 PG.475 D.B.1536 PG.534 F.B.181 PG,15 FILE NUMBER: 010114PY.DWG P.P 0 - ALL FENCES ARE 8' CHAIN LINK 7. NOW OR FORMERLY AMERICAN TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH CO. I D.B.293 PG.320 Op /4D,pC oN fRs OB 4� 100 A� 6 PHYSICAL SURVEY OF PARCEL 'X' AS SHOWN ON PLAT SHOWING A SURVEY OF PARCEL 'X' CONTAINING 5,682 sq. ft. A PORTION OF T.M. 96 PARCEL 14 SHOWN AS TRACT F ON A PLAT IN D.B.305 PG.228A & 228B RECORDED IN D.B.1743 PG.475, 476 LOCATED ON HEARDS MOUNTAIN SAMUEL MILLER MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT ALBEMARLE COUNTY VIRGINIA SCALE: 1" = 30' MARCH 25, 2001 MADE FOR ALLTEL COMMUNICATIONS Midgette & Associates, P.C. ENGINEERS, SURVEYORS AND PLANNERS VIRGINIA & NORTH CAROLINA 708 BATTLEFIELD BLVD. S., BLDG. M, SURE 105 CHESAPEAKE, VA. 23322 TELEPHONE (757) 547 -3686 (252) 435 -1624 N.C. FAX: (757) 547 -5701 z 4 W .... CELLULAR;;;.,.;.,.;. Q TOWER O J n m 25.4•... N BUILDING o q 25.4. GENERATOR PAD �r n ,O s., • �j NOW OR FORMERLY TRANSCONTINENTAL GAS PIPELINE CORP. D.131.292 PG.316 OF�L 1 OUGEORGE W. MIDGETTE, JR. a No. 1430 �qNO SU" THIS SURVEY WAS PERFORMED WITHOUT THE BENEFIT OF A TITLE REPORT AND MAY NOT SHOW ALL OF THE EASEMENTS AND /OR RESTRICTIONS THAT MAY AFFECT THIS SITE. LATITUDE 37'55'48.0" LONGITUDE 78'44'19.6" DATUM NAD 1983 D.B.1143 PG.475 D.B.1536 PG.534 F.B.181 PG,15 FILE NUMBER: 010114PY.DWG P.P 0 - ALL FENCES ARE 8' CHAIN LINK 7. NOW OR FORMERLY AMERICAN TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH CO. I D.B.293 PG.320 Op /4D,pC oN fRs OB 4� 100 A� 6 PHYSICAL SURVEY OF PARCEL 'X' AS SHOWN ON PLAT SHOWING A SURVEY OF PARCEL 'X' CONTAINING 5,682 sq. ft. A PORTION OF T.M. 96 PARCEL 14 SHOWN AS TRACT F ON A PLAT IN D.B.305 PG.228A & 228B RECORDED IN D.B.1743 PG.475, 476 LOCATED ON HEARDS MOUNTAIN SAMUEL MILLER MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT ALBEMARLE COUNTY VIRGINIA SCALE: 1" = 30' MARCH 25, 2001 MADE FOR ALLTEL COMMUNICATIONS Midgette & Associates, P.C. ENGINEERS, SURVEYORS AND PLANNERS VIRGINIA & NORTH CAROLINA 708 BATTLEFIELD BLVD. S., BLDG. M, SURE 105 CHESAPEAKE, VA. 23322 TELEPHONE (757) 547 -3686 (252) 435 -1624 N.C. FAX: (757) 547 -5701 ANTENNA SPECIFICATIONS Product Specifications 4*A*NDR1W8 A CommScope Company UHX6- 65 -D3A /F 1.8 m 1 6 ft Ultra High Performance Parabolic Shielded Antenna, dual - polarized, 6.425 -7.125 GHz, PDR70, gray antenna, enhanced white radome with flash, standard pack— one -piece reflector CHARACTERISTICS General Specifications Antenna Input PDR70 Packing Standard pack Radome Color White Radome Material Enhanced Reflector Construction One -piece reflector Antenna Color Gray Antenna Type UHX - Ultra High Performance Parabolic Shielded Antenna, dual - polarized Diameter, nominal 1.8 m 1 6 ft Flash Included Yes Polarization Dual Electrical Specifications Beamwidth, Horizontal 1.7 ° Beamwidth, Vertical 1.7 ° Cross Polarization Discrimination (XPD) 30 dB Electrical Compliance ETSI Class 3 j US FCC Part 101A US FCC Part 74A Front -to -Back Ratio 70 dB Gain, Low Band 39.1 dBi Gain, Mid Band 39.5 dBi Gain, Top Band 40.0 dBi Operating Frequency Band 6.425 – 7.125 GHz Radiation Pattern Envelope Reference (RPE) 1717E I 1718E Return Loss 30.7 dB VSWR 1.06 www.commscope.com/andrew ©2010 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks identified by ® or rm are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope.All specifications are subject to change. page 1 of 5 See www.commscope.com /andrew for the most current information. 7/19/2010 Product Specifications UHX6- 65 -D3A /F Mechanical Specifications Fine Azimuth Adjustment Fine Elevation Adjustment Mounting Pipe Diameter Net Weight Side Struts, Included Side Struts, Optional Wind Velocity Operational Wind Velocity Survival Rating ±150 ±200 115 mm 1 4.5 in 145 kg 1 320 lb 1 inboard 1 inboard 110 km /h 1 68 mph 200 km /h j 124 mph Wind Forces At Wind Velocity Survival Rating Angle a for MT Max -130 ° Axial Force (FA) 7744 N 1741 Ibf Side Force (FS) 3836 N 862 Ibf Twisting Moment (MT) 2955 Nom Weight with 1/2 in (12 mm) Radial Ice 620 kg 1 1367 lb Zcg with 1/2 in (12 mm) Radial Ice 660 mm 26 in Zcg without Ice 466 mm 18 in www.commscope.com/andrew ANDREWe A CommScope Company @2010 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks identified by ® or I are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope.All specifications are subject to change. page 2 of 5 See www.commscope.com /andrew for the most current information. 7/19/2010 Product Specifications UHX665-D3A /F Wind Forces At Wind Velocity Survival Rating Image i A F„ 2C R , my Packed Dimensions Gross Weight, Packed Antenna Height Length Volume Width www.commscope.com/andrew Fs 308.0 kg 1 679.0 lb 2120.0 mm 1 83.5 in 2070.0 mm 1 81.5 in 3.9 m3 880.0 mm 1 34.6 in ANDREW® A CommScope Company 02010 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks identified by ® or TM are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope.All specifications are subject to change. page 3 of 5 See www.commscope.com /andrew for the most current information. 7/19/2010 Product Specifications UHX6- 65 -D3A /F Antenna Dimensions And Mounting Information * Footnotes ANDREW® A CommScope Company Axial Force (FA) Dimensions it Inchis Mlenaa S{sem, R jm A -6- B C D E The difference between the peak of the co- polarized main beam and the 5 t 8 77.5 470 t7 1 435 53 3 (1355 J 19.3 4T 11.7 61 * Footnotes ANDREW® A CommScope Company Axial Force (FA) Maximum forces exerted on a supporting structure as a result of wind from the most critical direction for this parameter. The individual maximums specified may not occur simultaneously. All forces are referenced to the mounting pipe. Cross Polarization Discrimination (XPD) The difference between the peak of the co- polarized main beam and the maximum cross - polarized signal over an angle twice the 3 dB beamwidth of the co- polarized main beam. Front -to -Back Ratio Denotes highest radiation relative to the main beam, at 1800 ±400, across the band. Production antennas do not exceed rated values by more than 2 dB unless stated otherwise. Gain, Mid Band For a given frequency band, gain is primarily a function of antenna size. The gain of Andrew antennas is determined by either gain by comparison or by computer integration of the measured antenna patterns. Operating Frequency Band Bands correspond with CCIR recommendations or common allocations used www.commscope.com/andrew ©2010 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks identified by ® or Tm are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope.All specifications are subject to change. page 4 of 5 See www.commscope.com /andrew for the most current information. 7/19/2010 Product Specifications ANDREW® UHX6- 65 -D3A /F A CommScope Company throughout the world. Other ranges can be accommodated on special order. Packing Andrew standard packing is suitable for export. Antennas are shipped as standard in totally recyclable cardboard or wire -bound crates (dependent on product). For your convenience, Andrew offers heavy duty export packing options. Radiation Pattern Envelope Reference (RPE) Radiation patterns determine an antenna's ability to discriminate against unwanted signals under conditions of radio congestion. Radiation patterns are dependent on antenna series, size, and frequency. Return Loss The figure that indicates the proportion of radio waves incident upon the antenna that are rejected as a ratio of those that are accepted. Side Force (FS) Maximum axial forces exerted on support structures by side struts as a result of a 200 km /h (125 mph) wind from the most critical direction and extreme angle permitted. The forces are a component of, not in addition to, the maximum forces specified above. Twisting Moment (MT) Maximum forces exerted on a supporting structure as a result of wind from the most critical direction for this parameter. The individual maximums specified may not occur simultaneously. All forces are referenced to the mounting pipe. VSWR Maximum; is the guaranteed Peak Voltage- Standing- Wave -Ratio within the operating band. Wind Velocity Operational The wind speed where the antenna deflection is equal to or less than 0.1 degrees. Wind Velocity Survival Rating Microwave antennas, including mounts and radomes, where applicable, will withstand the simultaneous wind and ice conditions as specified. www.commscope.com/andrew ©2010 CommScope, Inc. All rights reserved. All trademarks identified by ® or TM are registered trademarks or trademarks, respectively, of CommScope.All specifications are subject to change. page 5 of 5 See www.commscope.com /andrew for the most current information. 7/19/2010 BXA-70080-8CF-EDIN-X Reoiace X w4th desired eler-ltricai dovnWz. Antennas also avadabie with NE connector(s). Replace EDIN" 0� 'NE- in model number X-Poi I FET Panel 1 8T 1 15,0 dBd whin ordering. ' � Frequency bands 696-806 MHz 806-900 MHz Polarization 145' ........... Horizontal beamwidth 82o 80, Vertical beamwidth 9. 7- Gain 14.5 dBd (16.6 dBi) 15.0 dBd (17.1 dBi) Electrical downtilt (X) 0,2,4,6,7 Impedance 500 VSWR :51.35:1 Upper sidelobe suppression (01) -14.4 dB -18.3 dB Front-to-hack ratio (+/-30') -34.6 dB -34.8 dB Null fill 5% (-26.02 dB) Isolation between ports < -30 dB Input power 500 W Lightning protection Direct Ground Connector(s) Mechanical Characteristics 2 Ports EDIN or NE Female I Center (Back) Dimensions Length x Width x Depth 2404 x 204 x 151 min 94.6 x 8.0 x 5.9 in Depth with z-brackets 191 mm 7.5 in Weight without mounting brackets 10.4 kg 23 lbs Survival wind speed > 201 km/hr > 125 mph Wind area M2 M2 Front: 0.49 Side: 0.36 Front: 5.3 it' Side: 3.9 fl:2 Wind load @ 161 km/hr (100 mph) Front: 813 N Side: 620 N Front: 167 1bf Side: 138 lbf 3-Point Mounting Bracket Kit 36210003 50 -160 mm 2.0 -6.3 in 6.3 kg 14 lbs 3-Point Downtilt Bracket Kit (0-14') 36210004 50-160 mm 2.0-6.3 in 7.3 kg 16 lbs Downtilt Mounting Applications A mounting bracket and downtilt bracket kit must be ordered for downtilt applications concealment Configurations For concealment configurations, order BXA-70080-8CF-EDIN-X-FP BXA - 70080 - 8CF -E DI N -X BXA-70080-BCF-EDIN-2 2o 1 Vertical 1 750 MHz 2* 1 Vertical 850 MHz Quoted performance parameters are provided to offer typical or range values only and may vary as a result of normal manufacturing and operational conditions. Extreme operational conditions and/or stress on structural supports is beyond our control. Such conditions may result in damage to this product. Improvements to product may be made without notice. 1 of 2 www.amphenol-antennas.com REV1109 B XA- 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -4 S— uo so 90 C Vertical 1 750 MHz 4° 1 Vertical 1 850 MHz BXA- 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -X X -Pol I FET Panel 1 80° ( 15.0 dBd BXA- 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -6 BXA- 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -7 i 6- I Vertical 1 750 MHz 71 I Vertical 1 750 MHz Quoted performance parameters are provided to offer typical or range values only and may vary as a result of normal manufacturing and operational conditions. Extreme operational conditions and /or stress on structural supports is beyond our control. Such conditions may result in damage to this product. Improvements to product may be made without notice. REV1109 www.amphenol - antennas.com 2 of 2 BXA- 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -X X -Poi I FET Panel j 80" 1 15.0 dBd Frequency bands 696 -806 MHz Polarization Horizontal beamwidth 82° Vertical beamwidth 9° Gain 14.5 dBd (16.6 dBi) Electrical downtilt (X) Impedance VSWR Upper sidelobe suppression (0 °) Front- to-back ratio ( + / -30 *) Null fill Isolation between ports Input power Lightning protection Connector(s) Dimensions Length x Width x Depth Depth with z- brackets - .. Weight without mounting brackets Survival wind speed Wind area Wind load @ 161 km/hr (100 mph) 806 -900 MHz t45° 80 7 15.0 dBd (17.1 dBi) 0, 2, 4, 6, 7 500 51.35:1 -14.4 d6 -18.3 dB -34.6 dB -34.8 dB 5% (-26.02 dB) < -30 d8 500 W Direct Ground 2 Ports / EDIN or NE / Female / Center (Back) 2404 x 204 x 151 mm 191 mm 10.4 kg > 201 km /hr Front: 0.49 m2 Side: 0.36 m2 Front: 813 N Side: 620 N 94.6x8.0x5.9 in 7.5 in 23 Ibs > 125 mph Front: 5.3 ft2 Side: 3.9 ft2 Front: 167lbf Side: 138lbf 3 -Point Mounting Bracket Kit 36210003 50 -160 mm 2.0-6.3 in ! 6.3 kg 14 Ibs 3 -Point Downtilt Bracket Kit (0 -14 °) 36210004 50 -160 mm 2.0 -6.3 in 7.3 kg 16 Ibs Downtilt Mounting Applications A mounting bracket and downtilt bracket kit must be ordered for downtilt applications Concealment Configurations For concealment configurations, order BXA- 70080 -8CF- EDIN -X -FP BXA - 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -X :n �o � /ao Horizontal 1 750 MHz BXA - 70080 - 8CF -EDIN -0 0° 1 Vertical 1 750 MHz Replace 'X with desired eectricai downlili. Antenna s alto avadab e wlth NE connecior(s). Replace EDIN' :with °NE" m -e nodel number when ordeanq. B XA- 70080 - 8CF - EDIN -2 2° 1 Vertical 1 750 MHz 2° Vertical 1 850 MHz Quoted performance parameters are provided to offer typical or range values only and may vary as a result of normal manufacturing and operational conditions. Extreme operational conditions and /or stress on structural supports is beyond our control. Such conditions may result in damage to this product. Improvements to product may be made without notice. 1 of 2 www.amphenol- antennas.com REV 1109 B XA- 70080 -8 C F- EDIN -4 iso 0 4' 1 Vertical 1 750 MHz r� 4. 1 Vertical 1 850 MHz BXA- 70080 -8 C F -EDIN -X X -Pol I FET Panel 1 80° ( 15.0 dBd BXA- 70080 -8CF- EDIN -6 BXA- 70080 -8CF- EDIN -7 6' 1 Vertical 1 750 MHz 7' 1 Vertical 1 750 MHz Quoted performance parameters are provided to offer typical or range values only and may vary as a result of normal manufacturing and operational conditions. Extreme operational conditions and /or stress on structural supports is beyond our control. Such conditions may result in damage to this product. Improvements to product may be made without notice. REV1109 www.amphenol - antennas.com 2 of 2 ,• DB848H80E -XY ANDREW. Directed Dipole Antenna ■ Excellent azimuth roll -off, 15-20% reduction in cell to cell overlap • Superior front to back ratio • Low profile, low wind load for easy zoning • Outstanding field record, with thousands of units deployed, world wide Frequency (MHz) : 806-896 870-960 Polarization : Vertical Vertical Gain (dBd/dBi) : 14.5/16.6 14.7/16.8 Azimuth BW (Deg.): 80 80 Elevation BW (Deg.): 7.5 7.5 Beam Tilt (Deg.): 0 0 USLS'(dB): 15 15 Front -To -Back Ratio" (dB) : 40 40 VSWR : <1.4 :1 <1.4:1 Max. Input Power (Watts) : 500 500 Impedance (Ohms) : 50 50 Lightning Protection : DC Ground DC Ground Weight: 12.7 kg (28 lb) Dimensions (LxWxD) : 2,438 x 165 x 203 mm (96x6.5x8in) Max. Wind Area: 0.22 m2 (2.4 W) Max. Wind Load (@ 100 mph) : 573.7 N (129 Ibf) Max. Wind Speed: 241 km /h (150 mph) Hardware Material : Stainless Steel Connector Type : 7 -16 DIN - Female (1, Back) Color: Light Gray Standard Mounting Hardware: DB380 -3 Standard Downtilt Mounting Hardware: DB5083D Decibel® Base Station Antennas S 6 sa Andrew Corporation Fax: 214.631.4706 ' - Indicates Typical 2601 Telecom Parkway Toll Free Tel: 1.800.676.5342 1/2612006 Richardson, Texas U.S.A 75082 -3521 Fax: 1.800.229.4706 Tel: 214.631.0310 www.andrew.com dbtechc�andrew.com Information correct at date of issue but may be subject to change without notice. 'aetw ., ... 350 0 10 — DB848H80E -XY Directed Dipole Antenna Freq: 860 MHz, Tilt: 0 l Decibel' Base Station Antennas 350 0 10 , Freq: 860 MHz, Tilt: 0 J Andrew Corporation Fax: 214.631.4706 ' - Indicates Typical 2601 Telecom Parkway Toll Free Tel: 1.800.676.5342 1/26/2006 Richardson, Texas U.S.A 75082 -3521 Fax: 1.800.229.4706 Tel: 214.631.0310 www.andrew.com dbtech(aandrew.com information correct at date of issue but may be subject to change without notice. r Wo TWI 4h# WRI -7-fl 3 ,j JIl IN b ■ Z a JL� iiii N 0 COUNTY OF ALBEMARLE Dept. of Planning & Community Development 401 McIntire Road Charlottesville, Virginia 22901 -4596 (804) 296 -5823 September 13, 1990 Centel Cellular Company of Charlottesville Attention: William Craigle 8725 Higgins Drive Chicago, Illinois 60631 RE: SP -90 -66 Centel Cellular Company of Charlottesville Tax Map 97, Parcel 4D Dear Mr. Craigle: The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors, at its meeting on September 5, 1990, unanimously approved the above -noted request to construct a monopole communications tower of approximately 150 feet (10.2.2.6) on 88.5 acres zoned RA, Rural Areas. Property, located on the north side of Rt 633 approximately one mile west of Rt. 698. Please note that this approval is subject to the following conditions: 1. Tower height not to exceed 150 feet; 2. Administrative approval of site plan to include: a. Staff approval of equipment building(s) and other improvements. 3. Existing Forestry tower to be removed prior to construction of new tower; 4. Staff approval of additional (future) antennae installation. No administrative approval shall constitute or imply support for, or approval of, the location of additional towers, antennae, etc., even though they may be part of the same network or system as any antennae administratively approved under this petition. 0 Centel Cellular Company of Charlottesville Page 2 September 13, 1990 5. There shall be no lighting on the Centel tower unless required by a federal agency. If you should have any questions or comments regarding the above noted action, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, 0//K t� Ronald S. Keeler Chief of Planning RSK /j cw cc: Amelia Patterson Richard Moring Louise W. Fisher OPEN SPACE CONCEPT MAP Albemarle County. Virgmw July 15, 1992 I. Seale in Miles Do,nn,ml 0( I'l-nattl and CO—Illy De-lop—,, j LEGEND MAJOR STREAM VALLEYS: Wale] sup"I Bollitlaries: .......... Willel SU11111) Impound nlenl s: Rikcl hlull,c 111dill,N: Coulm Scenic stletim, of Slate Sccrii, River,: NdUllill TI-OLIt MOUNTAINS: C litical Slopes ( > 25 FARMLANDS AND FORLSIN: CIVIC/CULTURAL FEATURES: Reumsteled Historic Iloperlic, Schools and Park': Public Recreation ,Areas: Corridors. VA B\\\it\s. it I il It It let let Scenic lfivlm;tvs: . PPotential Grcrmcav Corl�1 dors: ulllnnllwuln CRONN711 AREAS: