SU240026 PZ Handout Memo_3

Maricopa County — Planning & Zoning (2025-02-06)

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DATE: 
February 5, 2025 
TO: 
Planning & Zoning Commission   
From: 
Rachel Applegate, Planning Supervisor 
SUBJECT: 
 SU240026 – Superstition View WCF 
 Agenda Item: #4 
An e-mail was received from the applicant with responses to the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority 
letter review comments. The applicant provided the issued FAA determination of ‘No Hazard to 
Air Navigation’ for the Superstition View WCF. The FAA letter indicates the proposal does not 
exceed obstruction standards and would not be a hazard to air navigation.  
The applicant contacted Ksenia Kerentseva with Mesa Gateway Airport Authority to address 
the responses and provided a copy of the issued FAA letter. Staff received an e-mail from 
Ksenia Kerentseva indicated they have no issue with the proposal and that the original letter 
still stands for the applicant to file form 7460 for the crane.   
Attachments: 
Response to Mesa Gateway Airport Authority from the applicant (3 pages) 
FAA letter dated 9/13/24 (6 pages)  
Mesa Gateway Airport Authority response to applicant contact (4 pages)

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From:
Linda Grice
To:
Rachel Applegate (PND)
Subject:
RE: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
Date:
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 2:59:21 PM
Attachments:
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My comments are revised:
 
1- Any proposed permanent, or temporary, structure is required and subject to an
FAA filing for review
in conformance with CFR Title 14 Part 77 (Form 7460) to determine any effect to
navigable airspace
and air navigation facilities. An FAA determination notice of no hazard to air
navigation shall be
provided. Tilson does not have their FAA filing back yet but it is in process and can be
provided when issued.
The FAA has issued a Determination of No Hazard to Air Navigation, indicating the
“aeronautical study revealed that the structure does not exceed obstruction standards
and would not be a hazard to air navigation” and provided additional documents to be
filed after the tower is fully standing and crane height during installation will not
exceed 115 ft AGL.
 
 
From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 2:37 PM
To: Linda Grice <Linda.Grice@ydcoffice.com>
Subject: RE: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
 
Linda,
 
Do you want to revised your response to item 1, so I can send an updated e-mail and the FAA
document to the Commission?
 
Thank you,
 
Rachel Applegate
Planning Supervisor
Planning & Development
301 W. Jefferson St. Suite 170 Phoenix, AZ 85003
O: 602-372-0318
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From: Linda Grice <Linda.Grice@ydcoffice.com> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 1:00 PM
To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov>
Cc: Darren Gerard (PND) <Darren.Gerard@Maricopa.Gov>
Subject: RE: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
 
Hi Rachel, Please see the response below in yellow to the Airport Authority letter comments. 1- Any proposed permanent, or temporary, structure is required and subject to an FAA filing for review in conformance with CFR Title 14 Part 77 (Form
 
Hi Rachel,
 
Please see the response below in yellow to the Airport Authority letter comments.
 
 
1- Any proposed permanent, or temporary, structure is required and subject to an
FAA filing for review
in conformance with CFR Title 14 Part 77 (Form 7460) to determine any effect to
navigable airspace
and air navigation facilities. An FAA determination notice of no hazard to air
navigation shall be
provided. Tilson does not have their FAA filing back yet but it is in process and can be
provided when issued.
 
Design Review considerations that address airport compatibility include:
1- Any building uses, design, or features which may obscure a pilot’s vision in any
way resulting in glare,
or flash blindness, should not be permitted.
The tower color to be light earth tone and Tils can stipulate it will be non-reflective, if need be.
 
2- Lighting placement or systems that direct lighting upward or toward the approach
paths of aircraft,
or that could be confused with airport identification or navigational lighting should not
be permitted.
The tower will not be lit unless we are told by the FAA that it has to be lite.
 
3- Sources of electromagnetic interference with aircraft instrumentation, ground-
based radar, or
navigational aids should be considered incompatible in AOA’s and shall be
considered through CFR
Title 14 Part 77 (Form 7460) review.
Carrier frequencies will not interfere with anything airplane or airport related.
 
 
Best regards,
Linda Grice, PMP
Site Acquisition Manager

10245 E. Via Linda #211
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
602.620.0866 (m)
 
 
 
From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 9:04 AM
To: Linda Grice <Linda.Grice@ydcoffice.com>
Cc: Darren Gerard (PND) <Darren.Gerard@Maricopa.Gov>
Subject: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
 
Morning Linda,
 
Attached is the letter received from Mesa Gateway Airport Authority. I will need to provide the
letter as a handout memo for the Planning & Zoning Commission.
 
Thank you,
 
 
Rachel Applegate
Planning Supervisor
Planning & Development
301 W. Jefferson St. Suite 170 Phoenix, AZ 85003
O: 602-372-0318
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Mail Processing Center
Federal Aviation Administration
Southwest Regional Office
Obstruction Evaluation Group
10101 Hillwood Parkway
Fort Worth, TX 76177
Aeronautical Study No.
2024-AWP-10376-OE
Page 1 of 6
Issued Date: 09/13/2024
Heather Carlisle
SQF, LLC
16 Middle Street
4th Floord
Portland, ME 04101
** DETERMINATION OF NO HAZARD TO AIR NAVIGATION **
The Federal Aviation Administration has conducted an aeronautical study under the provisions of 49 U.S.C.,
Section 44718 and if applicable Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 77, concerning:
Structure:
Antenna Tower Superstition View
Location:
Mesa, AZ
Latitude:
33-18-28.40N NAD 83
Longitude:
111-35-27.40W
Heights:
1442 feet site elevation (SE)
115 feet above ground level (AGL)
1557 feet above mean sea level (AMSL)
This aeronautical study revealed that the structure does not exceed obstruction standards and would not be a
hazard to air navigation provided the following condition(s), if any, is(are) met:
It is required that FAA Form 7460-2, Notice of Actual Construction or Alteration, be e-filed any time the
project is abandoned or:
_____ At least 10 days prior to start of construction (7460-2, Part 1)
__X__ Within 5 days after the construction reaches its greatest height (7460-2, Part 2)
Based on this evaluation, marking and lighting are not necessary for aviation safety. However, if marking/
lighting are accomplished on a voluntary basis, we recommend it be installed in accordance with FAA Advisory
circular 70/7460-1 M.
This determination expires on 03/13/2026 unless:
(a)
the construction is started (not necessarily completed) and FAA Form 7460-2, Notice of Actual
Construction or Alteration, is received by this office.
(b)
extended, revised, or terminated by the issuing office.
(c)
the construction is subject to the licensing authority of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) and an application for a construction permit has been filed, as required by the FCC, within

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6 months of the date of this determination. In such case, the determination expires on the date
prescribed by the FCC for completion of construction, or the date the FCC denies the application.
NOTE: REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF THIS DETERMINATION MUST
BE E-FILED AT LEAST 15 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EXPIRATION DATE. AFTER RE-EVALUATION
OF CURRENT OPERATIONS IN THE AREA OF THE STRUCTURE TO DETERMINE THAT NO
SIGNIFICANT AERONAUTICAL CHANGES HAVE OCCURRED, YOUR DETERMINATION MAY BE
ELIGIBLE FOR ONE EXTENSION OF THE EFFECTIVE PERIOD.
This determination is based, in part, on the foregoing description which includes specific coordinates, heights,
frequency(ies) and power. Any changes in coordinates, heights, and frequencies or use of greater power, except
those frequencies specified in the Colo Void Clause Coalition; Antenna System Co-Location; Voluntary Best
Practices, will void this determination. Any future construction or alteration, including increase to heights,
power, or the addition of other transmitters, requires separate notice to the FAA.This determination includes all
previously filed frequencies and power for this structure.
If construction or alteration is dismantled or destroyed, you must submit notice to the FAA within 5 days after
the construction or alteration is dismantled or destroyed.
This determination does include temporary construction equipment such as cranes, derricks, etc., which may be
used during actual construction of the structure. However, this equipment shall not exceed the overall heights as
indicated above. Equipment which has a height greater than the studied structure requires separate notice to the
FAA.
This determination concerns the effect of this structure on the safe and efficient use of navigable airspace
by aircraft and does not relieve the sponsor of compliance responsibilities relating to any law, ordinance, or
regulation of any Federal, State, or local government body.
A copy of this determination will be forwarded to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) because the
structure is subject to their licensing authority.
If we can be of further assistance, please contact Scott Desmarais, at (404) 305-6429, or roger.s-
ctr.desmarais@faa.gov. On any future correspondence concerning this matter, please refer to Aeronautical
Study Number 2024-AWP-10376-OE.
Signature Control No: 630052698-633012897
( DNE )
Julie A. Morgan
Manager, Obstruction Evaluation Group
Attachment(s)
Case Description
Frequency Data
Map(s)
cc: FCC

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Case Description for ASN 2024-AWP-10376-OE
Proposed 115' Monopine Tower

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Frequency Data for ASN 2024-AWP-10376-OE
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500
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Verified Map for ASN 2024-AWP-10376-OE

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Sectional Map for ASN 2024-AWP-10376-OE

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county.
From:
Ksenia Kerentseva
To:
Rachel Applegate (PND)
Subject:
RE: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
Date:
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 3:23:36 PM
Attachments:
image001.png
image004.png
image005.png
image006.png
image007.png
Hi Rachel,
 
That’s great, thank you for sending this over! We have no issue with this proposal, however the
letter would still stand, as they would have to file a separate 7460 for the crane. I also just spoke
with Linda and she mentioned that they are aware of filing a separate 7460 for the crane when the
time comes.
 
Thank you,
 
Ksenia Kerentseva
Airport Planner
Engineering & Facilities
Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
5835 S Sossaman Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212-6014
Office: (480) 988-7649
kkerentseva@gatewayairport.com
www.gatewayairport.com
 
  
  
  
 
Please be advised that our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. We are closed Fridays.
 
From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 2:53 PM
To: Ksenia Kerentseva <kkerentseva@gatewayairport.com>
Cc: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov>
Subject: FW: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority 
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Good afternoon Ksenia,
 
Received responses from Linda Grice (applicant) regarding the Mesa Gateway Airport
Authority letter regarding SU240026 along with a copy of the issued FAA letter. Would you like

to amend the Mesa letter for the Commission hearing? I would need a revised letter to provide
the Commission.
 
Thank you,
 
Rachel Applegate
Planning Supervisor
Planning & Development
301 W. Jefferson St. Suite 170 Phoenix, AZ 85003
O: 602-372-0318
[ Maricopa.Gov ]
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Maricopa County is developing the Framework 2040 Comprehensive Plan – a document which guides growth and
development for the next decade and beyond. 
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From: Linda Grice <Linda.Grice@ydcoffice.com> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 2:03 PM
To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov>
Cc: Darren Gerard (PND) <Darren.Gerard@Maricopa.Gov>
Subject: RE: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
 
Also, Tilson had the FAA No Hazard Determination letter. Please add this to the zoning case. Should I be sending this to the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority? Or is Maricopa County sending it? Thank you. Best regards, Linda Grice, PMP Site Acquisition
 
Also, Tilson had the FAA No Hazard Determination letter.  Please add this to the zoning case.
 
Should I be sending this to the Mesa Gateway Airport Authority?  Or is Maricopa County
sending it?
 
Thank you.
 
 
Best regards,
Linda Grice, PMP
Site Acquisition Manager
 
 
10245 E. Via Linda #211
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
602.620.0866 (m)
 
 
 
From: Linda Grice 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 1:00 PM

To: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov>
Cc: Darren Gerard (PND) <Darren.Gerard@Maricopa.Gov>
Subject: RE: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
 
Hi Rachel,
 
Please see the response below in yellow to the Airport Authority letter comments.
 
 
1- Any proposed permanent, or temporary, structure is required and subject to an FAA filing
for review
in conformance with CFR Title 14 Part 77 (Form 7460) to determine any effect to navigable
airspace
and air navigation facilities. An FAA determination notice of no hazard to air navigation shall
be
provided. Tilson does not have their FAA filing back yet but it is in process and can be
provided when issued.
 
Design Review considerations that address airport compatibility include:
1- Any building uses, design, or features which may obscure a pilot’s vision in any way
resulting in glare,
or flash blindness, should not be permitted.
The tower color to be light earth tone and Tils can stipulate it will be non-reflective, if need be.
 
2- Lighting placement or systems that direct lighting upward or toward the approach paths of
aircraft,
or that could be confused with airport identification or navigational lighting should not be
permitted.
The tower will not be lit unless we are told by the FAA that it has to be lite.
 
3- Sources of electromagnetic interference with aircraft instrumentation, ground-based radar,
or
navigational aids should be considered incompatible in AOA’s and shall be considered
through CFR
Title 14 Part 77 (Form 7460) review.
Carrier frequencies will not interfere with anything airplane or airport related.
 
 
Best regards,
Linda Grice, PMP
Site Acquisition Manager
 
 
10245 E. Via Linda #211
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
602.620.0866 (m)

From: Rachel Applegate (PND) <Rachel.Applegate@Maricopa.Gov> 
Sent: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 9:04 AM
To: Linda Grice <Linda.Grice@ydcoffice.com>
Cc: Darren Gerard (PND) <Darren.Gerard@Maricopa.Gov>
Subject: SU240026 - Mesa Gateway Airport Authority
 
Morning Linda,
 
Attached is the letter received from Mesa Gateway Airport Authority. I will need to provide the
letter as a handout memo for the Planning & Zoning Commission.
 
Thank you,
 
 
Rachel Applegate
Planning Supervisor
Planning & Development
301 W. Jefferson St. Suite 170 Phoenix, AZ 85003
O: 602-372-0318
[ Maricopa.Gov ]
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | LinkedIn
 
Maricopa County is developing the Framework 2040 Comprehensive Plan – a document which guides growth and
development for the next decade and beyond. 
Visit Framework 2040 to learn how to participate, attend meetings and be heard!