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PRE -APPLICATION
CONFERENCE SUMMARY
DATE: April 18, 2014
PROJECT: Substantial Modification to Communication Tower Land Use Change Permit
PROPERTY OWNER: Ski Sunlight, inc
REPRESENTATIVE: Lowell Nelson
PARCEL NUMBER: 2395-333-00-051
LOCATION: Approximately 10 miles southeast of the City of Glenwood Springs on CR 117
(Four Mile Road)
ZONING: Commercial Limited
TYPE OF APPLICATION: Amendment to an Approved Land Use Change Permit (Limited Impact Review)
I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Applicant's representative, Lowell Nelson, on behalf of Ski Sunlight, Inc., proposes to modify a condition
of approval in memorialized in Resolution 2012-41. The proposed amendment to the Resolution Includes
eliminating condition 1!5 which approved the 60 -foot tall communications tower for two years. The applicant
now wishes to make the existing tower permanent. No other material modifications are proposed.
As this request requires modifying the conditions of approval established by the Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC) in Resolution 2012-41, 4-106 (A)(4) of the Land Use and Development Code (LUDC)
require the application to be processed as a Substantial Modification, As such, the request requires the
submittal of a new Limited Impact Review (LIR) application and a noticed public hearing with the BOCC. The
review process shall be modified in accordance with Section 4-106 of the LUDC whereas although a new
application is required to be submitted, only the requested modification is under consideration.
II. REGULATORY PROVISIONS APPLICANT IS REQUIRED TO ADDRESS
Section 4-106 determines the process for an amendment to an approved Land Use Change permit. The
application is also subject to Section 4-203, Submittal Requires; Article 7, Sections 1-3; and Article 7, Section
7-1102.
111. REVIEW PROCESS
The process to accommodate these requests shall require a Limited Impact Review process. (4-104) process
pursuant to the Land Use and Development Code, as amended. This application is also subject to the
applicable review process as outlined in Section 4-106.
A. Pre -application Conference.
B. Application Submittal.
C. Determination of Completeness. (20 days for staff review, 60 days for applicant to correct
any deficiencies in the submittal)
D. Schedule Public Hearing, (30 days prior to hearing) provide documentation regarding notice
requirements.
E. Additional Copies requested and sent to referral agencies.
F. Evaluation by Director/Staff resulting in a Staff Report to the Board of County
Commissioners.
G. Public Hearing before the BOCC, resulting in a final approval, approval with conditions or
denial.
H. Recording of decision in an approved Resolution
1. If approved, Issuance of a Land Use Change Permit based on demonstration of compliance
with any conditions of approval.
IV. DETERMINATION
In reviewing the information presented by the Applicant, due to the nature of this request and in
conformance with Section 4-106(A)(4), the application must be processed as a Substantial Modification. Final
determination on the requested LIR Amendment shall be determined by the BOCC.
V. APPLICATION REVIEW
A. Reviewed by:
B. Public Hearing(s):
C. Referral Agencies:
Staff for technical completeness and compliance with standards
BOCC
As determined at the time of Technical Completeness and will
include the US Forest Service.
VI. SUBMITTAL. REQUIREMENTS
The request for an Amendment to an Approved Land Use Change Permit shall submit all of the material
consistent with Table 4-201 for an LIR, as well as any other information deemed necessary by the Director.
Specifically, the application should include information required in Section 4-203(B) 1.7Submittai
requirements include the following for this Substantial Modification:
A. General Application Material (4.203.B), including
a. Application Form
b. Narrative describing the desired amendment. The narrative should include why the
applicant wishes to make the tower permanent, why the current location is the best
location, reaction from visitors, residents and Ski Sunlight to the tower location and
how/if there will be any modifications to the existing tower or equipment
c. Letter of Authorization, for any consultant acting on behalf of the owners (All letters
of authorization and statements of authority need to be recorded with the Garfield
County Clerk and Recorder)
d. Deed or title commitment
e. Legal Description of Property
f. Fees and Payment agreement form
B. Copy of previously approved Land Use Change Permit (Limited Impact Review) and
Resolution 2012-41
C. Approval from FCC for communication tower and demonstration that approval remains valid
from 2012
D. Photos and as-builts of existing tower
E. Updated property owner information for properties within 200' as well as mineral interests
for public notice
F. Vicinity Map (4-203.C)
VI. APPLICATION REVIEW FEES
This application will be subject to the following fees and deposit requirements:
Planning Review Fees: $ 300 Amendment to a Limited Impact Review (LIR)
Pius any additional Staff time charged at staff hourly rate of $40.50
Referral Agency Fees: $ TBD (includes consulting engineer fees billed at an hourly rate)
County Surveyor: $ N/A
Recordation: $ N/A
Total Deposit: $300
Disclaimer
The foregoing summary is advisory in nature only and is not binding on the County. The summary is based
on current zoning, which is subject to change in the future, and upon factual representations that may or
may not be accurate. This summary does not create a legal or vested right.
Pre application Summary Prepared bv:
David Pesnichak,
Senior Planner `
ADM 18, 2014
Date
Exhibits for Public Hearing: 05/07/12 Board of County Commissioners
Exhibit
A
Proof of Publication & Posting
B
C
Proof of Maili
Unified Land Use Resolution of 2008, as amended
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Garfield CountyComprehensive Plan of 2030
Land Use Change Permit Application
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Staff Memorandum
G
Letter from the GWS Fire Department dated 3/20/12
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Referral Form from the Garfield County Sheriff dated 3/9/12
Letter from Bill White dated 2/27/12
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Letter from the USFS dated 3/22/12
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Letter from Christina Lorentson Sa er dated 3126/12
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L 'ht Site Schematics
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Email from Lowell Nelson to Garfield County Staff dated 4/23/12
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Applicant's photo representation of tower location
Board of County Commissioners
May 7, 2012
LIPA-7060/FJ
PROJECT INFORMATION AND STAFF COMMENTS
TYPE OF REVIEW Limited impact Review -- Land Use Change
Permit for a Communication Facility
APPLICANT (OWNER)
OPERATOR
Ski Sunlight, Inc.
Commnet of Nevada, LLC (Commnet)
LOCATION Sunlight Mountain Resort is located
Approximately 10 miles southeast of the City
of Glenwood Springs on County Road 117
(Four Mile Road)
LEGAL DESCRIPTION The site is located in Section 33, T7S, R89W
PROJECT SITE The facility has a 12' x 12' footprint
ZONING Commercial Limited (CL)
I. DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSAL
Ski Sunlight, Inc., owner of Sunlight Mountain Resort, is requesting
approval from the Board of County Commissioners to Install a
temporary 60 -foot tall monopole telecommunications facility on the
edge of one of the existing parking lots about 230 feet northwest of
the Ski Sunlight Lodge building. The facility would be owned and
operated by Commnet of Nevada, LLC (Commnet).
The facility has a 12' x 12' footprint that would house the mechanical
cabinet, the monople base and would be enclosed with a 6 -foot
chain link fence. As this is a monopole design, there are no guy wires
required and the facility Is self supported. The purpose of the facility
is to provide cellular coverage to the resort base area including the
Ski Sunlight Lodge, the 8rettelberg Condominiums and the Sunlight
Mountain Inn which does not have service to date. Due to the
temporary nature of the facility as a "Lite -Site" ("Quick Deploy Cell
Site"), this site Is Intended to be a temporary site to determine
feasibility and that a permanent site would be sought In the near
future.
II. SITE DESCRIPTION AND ADJACENT USES
01. APPLICABLE REGULATIONS
The site is a flat 12' x 12' portion of the existing upper
gravel parking lot at Ski Sunlight which is located In the
Commercial Limited Zone District. Adjacent uses to the
south include the Ski Sunlight Lodge and ski area and the
Brettelberg Condominiums. The uses to the north include
the lower parking lot and the Sunlight Mountain Inn is
located approximately 780 feet to the northwest of the
site. Considering the entire parcel more broadly, the
zoning to the north and south Is Public Lands (US Forest
Service) and Rural to the east and west as can be seen in
the map to the left. (The Ski Sunlight parcel is in red.)
A. Article XVI of the Unified Land Use Resolution of 2008, as amended (ULUR) defines a
Communications Facility as a non -inhabitable structure supporting antennas and
mkrowave dishes that sends and/or receives radio frequency signals, including television
and date impulses through space by means of electromagnetic waves. Communication
facilities include structures or towers, and accessory building. Individual/personal direct-
to-home
irectto-home satellite services we not included in the definition of Communication Facility.
B. The Land Use Tables contained In Section 3-501 of the ULUR, designates Communication
Facilities within the CL Zone District as requiring a limited Impact Review. Section 4-502
sets forth the submittal requirements Including suitability and impacts analyses. Section 7-
823 of the ULUR sets forth Additional Standards Applicable to Communication Facilities.
IV. STAFF ANALYSIS
A. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Staff finds the proposed Communications Facility is consistent with the applicable provisions of the
Comprehensive Plan 2030. Ski Sunlight Is designated as an Unincorporated Community and as such,
cellular coverage for the Inhabitants and visitors of that community is considered a critical
infrastructure component and facilitates its growth and development as well as provides a critical
Ilnk to first responders.
B. PUBLIC AND REFERRAL COMMENTS
Referral packets were sent to the Following agencies with comments and responses summarized
below and included as exhibits.
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1) Glenwood Springs Fire Protection District: Need to provide the MOS sheets for any
hazardous chemicals, doors and fences shall be signed regarding hazardous materials
present, and the area appropriately signed if hazardous chemicals are present.
2) United States Forest Service: Does not object to a 1 -year feasibility test location. Could a
shorter tower (around 20 -feet) be considered; could other locations be considered;
could the tower be treated or powder coated with a non -reflective color; and could the
tower be made to look more like a tree.
3) Garfield County Sheriff: No Comments
4) Bill White: In favor of facility and owns a unit at the Brettelberg Condominiums.
5) Christina Sawyer: In favor of facility and owns a unit at the Brettelberg Condominiums.
C. SITE SUITABILITY ANALYSIS
The Application meets the ULUR requirements and addresses key issues for the site as follows: (1)
access is appropriate and well established; (2) there is no water demand associated with the use;
(3) no geophysical hazards are identified for the site including slopes and flood plains; (4) no
additional significant Impacts on natural habitat will occur; and (5) no additional Impacts on cultural
resources are anticipated.
D. IMPACT ANALYSIS
Staff conducted a review of the project against Section 4-502(D) and determined that because the
proposed 12' x 12' site is to be located on -surface / at grade in an existing parking lot, many of the
standards in the Impact Analysis were found to be 'not applicable' to an already disturbed site.
Similar to the Site Suitability Analysis, It was determined the proposed project would have no affect
on site features, soli characteristics, geology / natural hazards, existing water supply, environmental
attributes, wildlife, traffic, nuisance, nor required a reclamation plan. The Applicant did provide an
address list of real property adjacent to the subject property, and the mailing address for each of
the property owners.
E. COMMUNICATION STANDARDS SECTION 7-823
1) Shared Facility: The Applicant has represented that consideration of future co -location
on the subject tower would be considered so long as the antennae did not exceed the
technical engineering specifications for what the monopole could safely handle.
2) New Towers / Facilities: The Applicant has examined other existing locations that
already have communications facilities such as Sunlight Peak and Compass Mountain.
For technical reasons elaborated by the Applicant in their letter dated February 3, 2012,
those sites cannot provide the coverage without conflicted with other signals and will
not have the desired effect of getting service to the base of the resort.
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3) Structural & Engineering Standards: The Applicant will be submitting site specific
engineering to the County Building and Planning Department that takes into account the
elevation and weather related Issues.
4) interference: The Applicant shall comply with all FCC requirements and provisions to
ensure no Interference.
5) Health Standards: All health standards as required by the FCC shall be inet.
6) Public Utility Structures: The Tower does not include any public utility elements.
7) Design / Materials] Color: The Applicant has agreed to paint the monopole a darker
non -reflective color to better blend in with the surrounding area.
8) Landscaping & Screening: The Applicant has agreed to install chain-link Fencing that can
be screened with either dark green fabric (or other similar color) or typical slat -systems
to aid in the screening of the base mechanical cabinet.
9) Lighting & Signage: Lighting of the tower is not required by the FAA. Contact information
signage is proposed and appropriate.
10) Freestanding Transmission Tower / Telecommunications Equipment: The Applicant
• represents that it will meet all zoning requirements. All building and/or state electrical
permits shall be required as applicable.
11) Modification / Demolition: Any future modifications to the facility shall be in accordance
with the County regulations.
12) Maintenance: The Applicant has represented that maintenance will occur and all FAA
and FCC regulations will be compiled with.
13) Review: This standard requires there be a two year review by the Director of the
Building and Planning Department. In this case, as the facility is proposed as a
temporary facility, Staff suggests that the Applicant be approved for two years from the
date of approval by the BOCC. The Applicant may request additional time from the
BOCC In a public meeting so long as the Applicant is making a good faith effort to obtain
a permanent location.
14) Abandonment: Compliance with UWR abandonment provisions is required.
15) FAA Compliance: The Applicant has provided excellent documentation from the FAA
which is a Determination of No Hazard to Air Navigation which states the structure
does not exceed obstruction standards and would not be a hazard to air
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navigation...based on this review, marling and lighting are not necessary for aviation
safety.
V. SUGGESTED FINDINGS
The following findings support action by the Board of County Commissioners to approve the Land
Use Change Permit request fora Limited Impact Review for Ski Sunlight, Inc.
1. That proper public notice was provided as required for the hearing before the Board of
County Commissioners.
2. That the hearing before the Board of County Commissioners was extensive and complete,
that all pertinent facts, matters and issues were submitted or could be submitted and that
all interested parties were heard at that meeting.
3. That for the above stated and other reasons, the Land Use Change Permit for a
Communication Facility is in the best interest of the health, safety, morals, convenience,
order, prosperity and welfare of the citizens of Garfield County if recommended conditions
of approval are required.
4. That the application can be in conformance with the applicable Sections of the Garfield
County Unified Land Use Resolution of 2008, as amended, if recommended conditions of
approval are required.
VI. RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
In support of a motion to approve the Land Use Change Permit request for a Communications
Facility for Ski Sunlight, Inc, the following recommended conditions of approval are provided for the
Board of County Commissioner's consideration.
1. That all representations made by the Applicant In the application, and at the public hearing
before the Board of County Commissioners, shall be conditions of approval, unless
specifically altered by the Board of County Commissioners;
2. The operation of thls facility and any future amendments shall be done in accordance with
all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations governing the operation of this type of
facility including but not limited to the FAA and FCC.
3. The Applicant shall submit final engineering plans for the tower to the Garfield County
Building and Planning Department prior to initiating construction. Construction and
installation of the fence and communication cabinet shall be properly permitted with the
Garfield County Building Department and meet all zoning and related requirements.
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4. Prior to Issuance of the land Use Change Permit, the Applicant shall provide Staff with
additional documentation or written confirmation from their telecommunications engineer
that no further FCC notification Is required.
5. The Applicant shall be approved for two years from the date of this approval by the BOCC,
The Applicant may request additional time from the BOCC In a public meeting so long as the
Applicant can demonstrate that It is making a good faith effort to obtain a permanent
location.
6. The Applicant shall paint / powder coat the monopole a dancer non -reflective color to
better blend In with the surrounding area.
7. The Applkant shall Install a screening -system Incorporated within the chain-link fencing
such as either dark green fabric (or other similar color) or typical slat -systems to aid in the
screening of the base of the monopole and mechanical cabinet.
a. The Applicant shall Install proper signage for any hazardous materials on the mechanical
cabinet or fencing as applicable pursuant to the International Fire Code.
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March 20, 2012
To: Fred Jarman, Garfield county Planning Department
From: Ron Biggers, Deputy Fire Marshal, Glenwood Springs Fire Department
Re: Limited impact review, file number LIPA 11-11-7060, project name Sunlight Mountain Resort
Communication Facility, applicant Sunlight Mountain Resort, contact person Lowell Nelson, location
10901 CR 117, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Comments:
The applicant shall provide Glenwood. Springs Fire Department with MSDS sheets on all the hazardous
materials and quantities that will be contained on the site and In the building. These sheets shall also be
present in the building on the site.
The doors to the building shall be signed In a viable location with hazardous identification signs as
specified in NFPA 704 and Section 2703.5 in the 2009 edition of the international Fire Code (IFC4. If the
building will be enclosed by fencing this type of signage shall also be affixed to it in a visible location.
The building and area surrounding it shall comply with ail the sections that apply in Chapter 27,
Hazardous Materials -General Provisions and Chapters 28.44, 2009 edition of the IFC. For Building Code
compliance the applicant shall also reference all the Chapters and Sections of them In the International
Building Code (IBC), 2009 edition that apply to the building and the hazards housed In it.
101 WEST 8TH STREET GLENWOOD SPRINGS, COLORADO 81601 970-384-6480 FAX 970.945-8506
REFERRAL FORM c Scot 03/05/2
Return Requested:
Garfield County Building and Planning Department
108 8th Street, Suite 401, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
(970) 945-8212/Fax: 970 384-3470
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Phone: 970-945-1377 ext. 1580
Phone: 970-945-7491
Phone: 303-660-2729
The Garfield County Planning Department has received a land use request as referenced above. Your comments are
an important part of the evaluation process. in order to review all appropriate agency contntcnts and incorporate
them into the Staff Report, we request your response by de AND date:jl'Ionday, 03/19/2012
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County Commissioners
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108 8h Street
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601-3355
Re: Public Hearing Monday, April 2, 2012 at 1:15 PM
Dear Sirs:
Please accept this letter as our vote in favor of the request by Ski Sunlight, Inc. for a
Limited Impact Review Permit for a Communications Facility in the upper parking lot at
the base of Ski Sunlight, As owner of Unit A-9 of the Brettelberg Condominiums, this
service would definitely be of benefit to us.
Bill White, Owner
Brettelberg Condo, Unit A-9
11101 County Road 117
Glenwood Springs CO 81601
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Agriculture G lenrvorn1 Sp
(970)945.2521
FAX (970)945-3265
Garfield County Planning Department
108 8th Street, Shite 401
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
File Code: 2380/2300
Date: March 22, 2012
Dear Garfield County Conunissioners and County Planning Department,
We appreciate the opportunity to continent on the proposal for a cell phone facility to be located
al the base of Ski Sunlight. We support Sunlight's desire to expand their visitor services to
include the availability of cell phone coverage. We share with Sunlight the desire to make the
visitor's experiences to the ski area and the surrounding national forest land as positive as
possible.
Through direct communications with Sunlight staff, we understand that the proposal before the
planning department is to allow a one year test to see it is physically and financially feasible to
provide cell coverage at Sunlight. We understand from your scoping letter and staff
conversations that the current proposal includes the temporary location of a cell lower which is a
60 foot tall monopole with a 12' by 12' foot print to be located on the north side of the upper
parking area and this test location was selected primarily due to the location of power and phone
lines immediately adjacent to this site.
While we have concerns with how this structure will affect the visual appearance of the valley
and ski area, We dei not have a siren% objection to erecting this tower for a one year feasibility
Wt.
Utile first year of testing is successful and a decision is made to move forward with developing a
more permanent facility, we feel there are likely better options that: the lower and location
described in the proposal to lessen impacts on the scenery in the valley.
Reasonable efforts should be made to limit the visibility of structures such as cell phone towers
by locating them to blend with surroundings and to be minimally noticeable. Cep towers can be
located and designed to blend and harmonize with the setting and minimizing visibility in a
variety of ways. The proposed temporary cell tower will be very visible to everyone visiting the
ski area and from the Four Mile Road.
We have the following comments and recommendations that we ask you consider in you
deliberations for the test and especially regarding any long term approvals for cell phone
communication facilities for Ski Sunlight:
+ Technology is available which would allow a shorter and Tess conspicuous tower of 20 feet
or less to be located on top of the existing restaurant building. The bulk And structure of the
building and surrounding trees would minimize any visual impact due to the addition of a
small tower. Please consider this option.
Curing for the Land and Serving People Pdnedert Rotyded Piper
• There are ninny other locations in the metal vicinity which would likely provide good
coverage, be less noticeable and minimize the visibility of the proposed cell tower. We
recommend looking at other locations which would better blend into a backdrop of taller
trees, geologic features, etc,
• Choosing a color of the cell tower is another important consideration for minimizing the
visibility of the tower. A darker color which is consistent with adjacent colors will reduce
how easily the cell tower is seen. There are options available to reduce fixture maintenance
costs. Cell towers with exteriors made of galvanized metal or other reflective surfaces can be
tre it&l or powder coated with a dark not -reflective color that blends with the surrounding
area. For the surface, use of either double dipped zinc coaled darkened galvanized or powder
coating will reduce the visibility of the tower and eliminate painting maintenance on the cell
tower surface.
• Cell towers thatdabk like trees exist in many locations in conununities, along travel corridors
and in the areas around highly developed recreation sites. I have enclosed photos showing
what one of the "stealth tree" cell towers looks like installed at a ski resod. Please consider
this option if the size or location cannot be changed to otherwise minimize the visual impact.
Maintaining the scenic values of the Resort, Forest and other wilt) land areas around the county
is n mutual goal we all share. It is one of the main reasons people come here to work, play and
live. We appreciate the opportunity to comment on this proposal. Please contact Donna Graham
at (970) 945-3263 if you have further questions.
cc: Rich Doak, Donna L Graham, Tom Hays
Spdnl / Nextel Site Name: Keystone Repeater - Santiago
Existing view to the North
Proposed Sprint / Nextet Wood Pole with Panel Antennas
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3/26/12
Dear Sir/Ma'am,
Lorentson Mfg, Co., Inc.
Designers & Builders
'Plastic Molds Tools & Dies
Custom Molding
I am writing on behalf of the Leonard E Lorentson family in regards to your letter of
2/22/12 regarding the constiiiclion ofa monopole communication facility in the upper
parking lot at the base of Ski Sunlight.
I, and my family, have been homeowners at the Breltelburg for 30+ years; and majority
stock -holders of Ski Sunlight for 15+ years. We spend a significant amount of time at
Sunlight.
We are most definitely endorsing the construction of this monopole communication
facility. To be able to have 24/7 cell phone service on the mountain would be fabulous!!!
We are in favor of this! 111
If you would like to discuss further, I can be reached® 765-452-4425, or email ®
tinasawyer®lorentson.com.
Thank you & sincerely,
C/o
am- all
Cluristina Lorentson Sawyer
QS 9000 & ISO 9002 Registered Company
1111 (tank Parkway • 1:Q. Vox 932 • Kokomo, IN 46901 • Phone (765) 452.4425 • Fax (765) 452-7940 • Iorenlsonmrg@lquest.net
QUICK DEPLOY CELL SITES
The patented Lite -Site (US patent # 7,098,864) is
a self contained wireless cell site. It is a modular
system consisting of a base frame, fence, pole
and antenna mounts.
The Lite -Site minimizes both visual impact and
cost of a site. The Lite -Site uses a small diameter
monopole to attach low wind area antennas which
creates a site that has minimal visual impact and
also minimal wind area. The small wind area
creates loading on the pole which requires much
less of a base foundation system.
The Lite -Site base Frame is similar to a non-
penetrating roof mounted sled. The Lite -Site base
frame is placed atop crushed gravel or similarly
prepared area and filled with ballast. Ballast can
be concrete block, ballast blocks, gabions or the
base frame can be used as a form and poared
concrete added for a permanent site.
The base frame has built in adapters for a fence
and access gate to be attached directly to the
base. The base also has attachment points for
the pole, electronic cabinets and grounding
system.
Lite -Site base frame, Tapered Steel Monopole and Lite -She Fencing delivered to site location.
A few hours later, the site is ready for electronics installation.
30' tall steel pipe monopole
With (3) close contact pipe mount
On top of parking garage
Southern California
55' tail fiberglass monopole
With (6) 5' panel antennas on
4' separation arms
Northeast Pennsylvavia
Poured concrete base frame
Las Vegas area
30' painted pipe monopole
With antenna shroud and microwave
Wooden fenced compound area
Denver area
70' (3) piece pipe monopole
With (3) close contact antennas
On parking area above river
Chicago area
Temporary site with concrete
Block ballast locally supplied
San Francisco area
Delivery to the site of Lite -Site base frame, monopole, antenna
mounts, fencing and ballast blocks.
Lite -Site base frame is assembled on a level compacted gravel base. Base plate assembly is installed in the base
frame and ballast and fencing begins being installed.
The monopole is normally assembled in the horizontal position (in the rain) with antennas and coax cables
installed before erection. The monopole can be raised by crane or lilting device.
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Ballast and fencing is completed and electronics begins to be installed.
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Fred Jarman
From: Lowell Nelson [LowellNelson@awcc.comj
Sent: Monday, April 23, 2012 1:28 PM
To: Fred Jarman
Subject: RE Picture
Good afternoon Fred:
See answers in RED
Lowell Nelson
Real Estate Specialist
AWCC/Commnet Wireless
1562 N. Park Street
Castle Rock, CO 80109
From: Fred Jarman [mallto:if armanitaarfield-county,com)
Sent; Monday, April 23, 20121:I1 PM
To: Lowell Nelson
Subject: RE: Picture
HI Lowell: Just a few questions as I write the Staff Report:
1) How long do you intend For this monopole to be there? Our Intentio is o make this locatiot[ (Sunlight Ski
Resort) a permanent site.
2) Does It come "pre-engineered" to meet this elevation / Colorado concerns? We will provide site specific
engitteerIntdocureents Belpre submitting fir tj building er It that will tae int (feet the elevation a d
6ldr'ado Weather,
3) Would you consider other "tenant's to co -locate on the same monopol ?`Yes -- as long as the future antennasi
de net 4[€ceeti;l, 117to tower Mullen*.
4) Would you be willing to paint this monopole to a non -reflective darker green color to blend in a bit? Yes
5) Would you be willing to Install a green fabric or slats in the chain link fencing to screen" the cabinet? !yip
6) When do you intend to Install? Upon final 'determinat 6h df exactly0 jlip e{nt (panel aittenhas,and r
microwave/satellite°dlshps) Is determined. At that time, we will sulfmit for bulldIng permit.,
7) Are you going to pursue a permanent location later) in the same spot? WWII woyitSlnrltli tlie_Garfield Planning
Deisartmsnt, Sunlight SkI Retort and the National Forest Service on aj3,erritatientlocatioh1 Of course;,the final
location has to meet our coverage objectives.
Thanks,
Fred
From: Lowell Nelson [mallto:LowellNelson@awcc.connl
Sent: Monday, AprII 23, 2012 9:35 AM
To: Fred Jarman
Subject; RE: Picture
Good morning Fred: We will be installing a "Lite Slte" at Sunlight -- please see attached description/photos. Please
understand that the photos are generic and will be changed to meet your county requirements.
Thanks
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