03. Z2023067 PZ Report
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Report to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Prepared by the Maricopa County Planning and Development Department
Case:
Z2023067 - US-AZ-5163 Wickenburg WCF
Hearing Date:
December 7, 2023
Supervisor District:
4
Applicant:
Annmarie Beckett, Vertical Bridge/Clear Blue Services
Owner:
Millennium Milling Inc
Request:
Special use permit (SUP) for a wireless communication facility in the Rural-
43 zoning district
Site Location:
Generally located north of US Highway 60 and 4th St. in the Aguila area
Site Size:
11.15 acres (1,600 sq. ft lease area within parcel)
Density:
N/A
County Island:
No
County Plan:
Rural Development Area (0-1 d.u./ac)
Municipal Plan:
N/A
Municipal Comments:
None received to date
Support/Opposition:
None known
Recommendation:
Approve with conditions
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Project Summary:
1.
The applicant, Annmarie Beckett of Vertical Bridge, is request a SUP for a wireless communication
facility (WCF) on a leased portion of APN 506-05-006F in the Rural-43 zoning district on US
Highway 60 in the Aguila area. The WCF will feature a 110’ monopole within an 8’ CMU walled
compound.
2.
The site is located between US Highway 60 to the south and an existing railway line to the north,
just east of the denser part of the Aguila townsite. The existing use of the site is unclear, but
records indicate two prior zoning cases in 1985 under Z85-184 which would have rezoned the site
to IND-3 and later in 2003 under an unnumbered case. Staff research was unable to find approved
entitlements or resolutions for either of these cases. Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
notes regarding Z85-184 indicate that the case was to be held in abeyance to consider a IUPD
zoning overlay as compared to straight IND-3 zoning. It was noted that the existing industrial use
of the site at the time of hearing was legally non-conforming and that the rezone was not
necessary to continue the existing mining usage. The discovery of the 2003 case was based upon
a search of the parcel through the County’s PlanNet database. Further research was not able to
uncover the outcome of this proposal and whether it was ultimately heard. However, the database
records show the proposal as having been withdrawn and the site retains Rural-43 zoning.
Historic site aerials indicate all current buildings having been in place by and since 1999. This
WCF proposal would not appear to have an effect on the site usage.
3.
The following table identifies certain base, Rural-43 district development standards and the
modifications of those standards necessary to provide for the current request. Changes to the
underlying standards are bolded.
Standard
Base Rural-43 Standards (WCF) Proposed SUP Standards (WCF)
Max. Structure Height
80’
110’
Max. Antenna Array Diameter
8’
13’
Min. Setback from North Lot
Line
220’ (2’ setback for each 1’ in
height)
55’
Sight Visibility Triangles
25’x25’x on each side of the
driveway at the ROW line
None required
Access Road Pavement
Paving or Asphalt
Stabilized Decomposed Granite
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Aerial photo of the site, oriented north.
Zoning map of the area
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Partial site plan of the northern part of the parcel where the WCF will be located
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Existing On-Site and Adjacent Zoning / Land Use:
4.
On-site:
Rural-43 / Industrial
North:
Rural-43 / Railroad tracks
South:
C-2 / Vacant
East:
Rural-43 / Vacant
West:
R-4/C-3 / Residential
Utilities and Services:
5.
Fire:
Wickenburg Fire District
Police:
Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department
Right-of-Way:
6.
The following table includes existing and proposed half-width right-of-way and the future
classification based upon the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) Major
Streets and Routes Plan.
Street Name
Half-width Existing R/W
Half-width Proposed R/W
Future Classification
US60
17’
34’
Highway
Adopted Plan:
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7.
Maricopa County Vision 2030 (adopted 2016): Rural Development Area (0-1 d.u./ac)
Public Participation Summary:
8.
The applicant complied with the Maricopa County public participation process with the required
posting of the property and the notification to the adjacent property owners within 300’ of the
subject site. Staff has not received any notice of opposition or support to the request.
Outstanding Concerns from Reviewing Agencies:
9.
Staff received comments from the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) regarding an
active encroachment permit for the existing turnout access to the property off US60. ADOT has
requested that Maricopa County not issue any approvals until this process is approved. To that
end, staff has included a condition that would require the applicant to provide proof of ADOT
approval prior to any construction permit being issued.
Staff Analysis:
10.
Staff supports the proposed cell tower given the necessity of improving cellular services for the
benefit of emergency responders and the public. The tower will be set several hundred feet away
from neighboring residences. Staff believes that the requested deviations from the required Rural-
43 development standards are appropriate given the low impact of the cell tower use and lack of
traffic generated.
Recommendation:
11.
Staff recommends the Commission adopt a motion recommending that the Board of Supervisors
approve Z2023067 subject to the following conditions ‘a’ – ‘h’:
a.
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the narrative report
entitled “US-AZ-5163 Wickenburg (AGUILA)” consisting of 9 pages, received October 16,
2023, except as modified by the following conditions. Staff may determine slight
refinements to remain in substantial conformance with the approved narrative report.
b.
Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the site plan entitled
“US-AZ-5163 Wickenburg” consisting of 7 full-size sheets, received October 16, 2023,
except as modified by the following conditions. Staff may determine slight refinements to
remain in substantial conformance with the approved site plan. Minor and major
amendments to the site plan will be determined in accordance with Chapter 3 of the
Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance.
c.
Applicant must provide the necessary encroachment permit approval form from the
Arizona Department of Transportation at the time of the initial construction permit
application for the cell tower construction.
d.
This SUP is valid for a period of twenty-five (25) years and shall expire on January 24,
2049, or upon termination of the use for a period of 90 or more consecutive days,
whichever occurs first. All site improvements associated with the SUP shall be removed
within 90 days of such expiration or termination of use.
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e.
The following engineering conditions shall apply:
1. Owner/applicant responsible for coordinating with ADOT for required studies,
permitting and access requirements for work in US 60 R/W.
2. The entire site is within a regulated floodplain (FEMA Zone AO). Ground
equipment/cabinets and electric panels must be elevated to the regulatory flood
elevations (2 feet above highest adjacent grade).
3. Development in the floodplain will require a floodplain use permit issued concurrent
with the building permit(s) required for site development.
4. All development and engineering design shall be in conformance with Section 1205 of
the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance; Drainage Policies and Standards; Floodplain
Regulations for Maricopa County; MCDOT Roadway Design Manual; and current
engineering policies, standards and best practices at the time of application for
construction.
5. Engineering review of planning and/or zoning cases is for conceptual design only and
does not represent final design approval nor shall it entitle applicants to future designs
that are not in conformance with Section 1205 of the Maricopa County Zoning
Ordinance and Drainage Policies and Standards; Floodplain Regulations for Maricopa
County; and the MCDOT Roadway Design Manual.
f.
The following Special use Permit standards shall apply:
1. Sight Visibility Triangles: None required
2. Maximum Antenna Array Diameter: 13’
3. Maximum Pole Height: 110’
4. Minimum Setback to Northern Lot Line: 55’
5. Access Road Pavement: Stabilized Decomposed Granite
g.
Noncompliance with any Maricopa County regulation shall be grounds for initiating a
revocation of this SUP as set forth in the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance.
h.
The granting of this change in use of the property has been at the request of the applicant,
with the consent of the landowner. The granting of this approval allows the property to
enjoy uses in excess of those permitted by the zoning existing on the date of application,
subject to conditions. In the event of the failure to comply with any condition, and at the
time of expiration of the SUP, the property shall revert to the zoning that existed on the
date of application. It is, therefore, stipulated and agreed that either revocation due to the
failure to comply with any conditions, or the expiration of the SUP, does not reduce any
rights that existed on the date of application to use, divide, sell or possess the property
and that there would be no diminution in value of the property from the value it held on the
date of application due to such revocation or expiration of the SUP. The SUP enhances
the value of the property above its value as of the date the SUP is granted and reverting to
the prior zoning results in the same value of the property as if the SUP had never been
granted.
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Presented by:
Joel Landis, Planner
Reviewed by:
Matthew Holm, AICP, Planning Supervisor
Attachments:
Case Map (1 page)
Site Plan/Land Use Plan (8 pages)
Narrative Report (9 pages)
MC Engineering comments (1 page)
ADOT Comments (6 pages)
Project Narrative
Market/Project Name: US-AZ-5163 Wickenburg (AGUILA)
51018 W US HIGHWAY 60 Aguila AZ 85320 (Maricopa County)
Accessors Parcel Number: 506-05-006F
Case# Z2023067
Purpose of Request: Vertical Bridge is requesting a Special Use Permit for a Vertical Bridge Wireless
Communications Facility approval on a New Wireless Communications Facility. Per Ordinance Chapter 12
Development Regulations: Wireless communications facilities are permitted in all zoning districts subject to the
provisions and standards outlined in Section 1202. Any proposed wireless communication facility that cannot meet
the standards outlined in Article 1202.3 of the Ordinance shall be required to obtain a Special Use Permit approval
by the Board of Supervisors.
This SUP for (Z2023067) is for a new 110’ Monopole (Collocatable) site build located in the Center of the
existing parcel with the Vertical Bridge 8’ antennas to be placed at the top of the Monopole at (110’ top of
antennas), and equipment within an 8’ CMU walled in compound 40’ x 40’ painted and textured to match
the existing light tan desert area. The equipment compound behind the walled-in compound will be on
cement slabs, including a backup generator Model # RD48 Model 7960-0 3.3L External Fill Tank-diesel.
which complies with the Wireless Communications Facilities Ordinance which mandates the County
Regulations and requirements for a site located at APN# 506-05-006F 51018 W US HIGHWAY 60 Aguila
AZ 85320 (Maricopa County).
VICINITY MAP/Surrounding Parcels:
Below, case number Z2023067, SUP area is access drive and electrical plus transformer area equals
7835.3 sf for the SUP within the existing boundaries of Parcel: 401-38-006A
2.
Description of Proposal: This SUP request is for a new 110’ monopole (collocatable) to be located in the
approximate center of Parcel 401-38-006A. This parcel, zoned Rural-43, is currently vacant and located at 51018
W US HIGHWAY 60 Aguila AZ 85320
Vertical Bridge has chosen this location for a new cell tower due to the lack of existing reliable cellular service in
the surrounding area. As such, there are no other cell towers within 1,000’ of the proposed site.
Vertical Bridge is proposing to install an antenna array toward the top of the monopole, with the center of the array
mounted at 106’. This antenna array will measure 8’ from top to bottom and 13’ in diameter. A 4’ lightning rod will
bring the total height of the WCF to 110. All ground-mounted equipment, including a backup diesel generator, will
be constructed on cement slabs and screened by an 8’ CMU wall measuring 50’ x 50’. All facilities, including the
monopole and the CMU wall, will be painted, textured, and constructed to minimize visual impacts. Both the
monopole and the wall will be painted in non-reflective, earth-tone light tan colors, generally matching the
surrounding desert. Lighting will be in compliance with Section 1112 of the MCZO, will be limited to facing the
compound maintenance area, and will only be used when the cellular technician is onsite.
3.
Relationship to Surrounding Properties: Both the site and the properties to the North and East are zoned
RU-43. The parcels to the West are zoned R-4 and the parcels to the South are zoned C-2.
The site is located within a very rural and sparsely populated area. The use of the site for a wireless
communications facility will not cause any adverse impact on adjacent or nearby properties. As this will be an
unmanned facility, maintenance will generally visit the site once a month, only visiting more often in case of
emergency. As such, there will be minimal vehicular traffic (none on most days) and no pedestrian traffic
generated by the site. Likewise, there will be no increase in emissions, dust, gas, noise, vibration, smoke, heat, or
glare at a level exceeding ambient conditions.
4.
Location, Accessibility, and Circulation System: The site is located at the northern portion of 51018 W US
HIGHWAY 60 Aguila AZ 85320, approximately 23 miles west of Downtown Wickenburg and approximately 77.50
miles North-West of Downtown Phoenix. Construction and maintenance personnel will access the site via ADOT
approved access road to 51018 W US HIGHWAY 60 Aguila AZ 85320. Vertical Bridge will construct a 20’ wide
access easement that will meet Highway 60 at the north terminating at the WCF equipment compound near the
North central section of parcel. A single 15’ wide parking space will be provided at the end of the easement,
adjacent to the compound, for maintenance personnel, which will visit the site generally no more than once a
month, and only more often in case of emergency.
Stabilized decomposed granite (gravel) will be proposed for this SUP. Since the technician will be visiting the site
only once a month, the access path can be stabilized decomposed granite.
Due to the access driveway’s proximity to the north property line, as well as the curvature of the proposed
easement, the required 25’ x 25’ sight visibility triangle on either side of the driveway will not be feasible.
Therefore, Vertical Bridge is requesting that the SVT requirement be waived with the Special Use Permit. Because
generally no more than one maintenance vehicle will be accessing the site at a given time, and will only occur
generally once a month, Vertical Bridge believes that the SVTs will not be needed to ensure the safety of said
vehicles entering from and exiting the property onto US 60. Additionally, the low traffic volume along this section of
US 60, the open and rural nature of the surrounding area, and the lack of nearby buildings, walls, and other
obstructions, will further ensure the safety of maintenance vehicles accessing and leaving the site.
5.
Development Schedule: Once the Special Use Permit has been approved and the required building
permit(s) have been approved by Maricopa County Planning & Development, construction of the site (including the
monopole, ground-mounted equipment, 8’ CMU wall, and access easement) is anticipated to take approximately
60 days.
6.
Community Facilities and Services: The site is located within the Wickenburg United District and the
Aquila Elementary School District. The site is located 1.77 miles NE from Aquila Elementary School District #63
and 22.52 miles W from Wickenburg HS, and 21.10 miles W from Sunset Park area.
7.
Public Utilities and Services: APS serves Aquila
1.
NO WATER WILL BE USED FOR THIS SITE
2.
NO SEWER WILL BE USED FOR THIS SITE
3.
Police- Maricopa County Sheriff’s Department
4.
Fire -Wickenburg Fire District
8.
SUP Comparison Chart: To accommodate the telecommunications facility proposed onsite, Vertical
Bridge is requesting to modify some of the development standards of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance.
(Use this section to briefly justify why it is necessary to modify these development standards. For example, why is
it necessary to build the monopole to a max. height of 110, instead of the 80’ allowed per Section 1202.3? Why is
it necessary for the antenna array to have a diameter of 13’, instead of the max. 8’ allowed by-right?) To maximize
the monopole’s setbacks from the property boundaries, it will be placed toward the center of the site. However,
due to the dimensions of the property, meeting the requirement of having the monopole setback at least 2’ from all
property lines for each 1’ in height was infeasible. With a proposed height of 110, the base regulations would
require the monopole to be setback at least 398’ from all property lines. Instead, the monopole will be setback
55.75’ from the north lot line, 603.66’ from the south lot line, 630’ from the ultimate right-of-way line for US
Highway 60, and 488.66’ from the west lot line and 330’ from the East property line. All setbacks are measured
from the antenna array circumference line. The proposed modifications to the MCZO development standards are
summarized in the table below:
Standard
Base Standards for WCF
in Rural-43
Max. Facility Height
80’
110
Max. Antenna Array
Diameter
8’
13’
SPECIAL USE PERMIT SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE FOR WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
The following is supplemental information required to be submitted and addressed in the narrative report for the
Special Use Permit.
1. What is the height of the proposed WCF? __110 Feet_
2. Provide a map showing all the existing WCFs within a 1,000 feet radius for sites within Rural, Single-
Family Residential or Multiple-Family zoning districts (Regardless of provider).
There are no other towers in the 1000’’ area; Per Section: 1202.3.1.(k)., and due to the major carrier mature
system build Vertical Bridge needs this proposed site location to improve the services as there are many
blocked/dropped calls due to the weak signal in the surrounding area, The existing right of way power
poles, light standards and stop light pole have been thoroughly investigated by the major carrier Radio
Frequency Engineers within the search ring area which do not work for the RF objectives in this area.
3. Provide a list with locations and approximate height of all existing vertical structures (of a height
approximately equal or greater than the requested tower) within the WCF’s search area. This includes church
spires and steeples, light standards, water towers, transmission lines, buildings, or other similar structures.
There are no towers of this height in the area, this is a multi-carrier site designed to cover a wide,
underserved area.
Setback from North Lot
Line
220’ (2’ setback for each
1’ in height)
55.75’
Setback from South Lot
Line
220’ (2’ setback for
each
1’ in height)
603.66’
Setback from US 60
ROW Line
220’ (2’ setback for
each
1’ in height)
630’
Setback from West Lot
Line
220’ (2’ setback for
each
1’ in height)
488.66’
Sight Visibility Triangles 25’ x 25’ on each side of
driveway at ROW line.
None
Access Road
Pavement
(include only if
applicable)
Paving or Asphalt
Stabilized Decomposed
Granite (Gravel)
4. Provide a map showing the service areas which the proposed facility will serve.
5. Explain any attempts or possibilities that have been investigated relating to co-location with another
provider or existing facility.
As stated above there are no towers of this height to offer coverage in the design area.
6. Explain how this request can facilitate co-location with other users.
Overall height of the tower is designed to accommodate a minimum of 3 carriers to improve
coverage in this area.
7. Will the request involve the removal of mature trees or cacti? If so, discuss plans for relocation of such
vegetation.
No Mature trees or Cacti will need to be relocated for this project.
8. Discuss the following compatibility issues:
a.
Setbacks from residential uses.
North- 330.5
East – 330’
South – 1004.6’
West – 488.66’
b. Setbacks from all property lines.
North Lot 55.75’
South Lot Line 603.66’
East Lot line 330’
West Lot 488.66’
c. Setbacks from uses/structures on adjacent property.
North- 4595.21’
East – 1237.5’
South – 1004.6’
West – 616.1
d. Setbacks from public and private streets or access easements.
Access Drive setback is 593.21’
e. Future additional appurtenances or expansion plans.
None at this time
f. Color and type of tower, landscaping, and fence screening.
1.
Towers shall either maintain a galvanized steel finish, or, subject to any applicable
standards of the FAA be painted a neutral light tan color so as to reduce visual obstructiveness.
2.
At a tower site, the design of the buildings and related stealth structures shall, to the
extent possible, use materials, colors, textures, screening, and landscaping that will blend them
into the natural setting and surrounding buildings.
g. Surrounding non-residential uses (if applicable).
N- RU-43
E-RU -43
S- C-2
W-R-4
_
9. If a stealth design is not being proposed, please explain why.
Due to the overall height required for coverage and the added wind-loading of a structure of this height,
the best design is a monopole for coverage and visual impact.
Thank You,
Jim Caciola
Site Acquisition Specialist
Clear Blue Services
Vertical Bridge LLC Contractor
O: 602.405.3550
Jim.caciola@clearblueservices.com
Site Acquisition*Architecture*Engineering*Construction
www.clearblueservices.com
3530 E. Atlanta Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85040
Krystina Pacheco, PE
Planning & Development
301 W. Jefferson St., Suite 170
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
Phone: (602) 506-8790
www.maricopa.gov/planning
Email address:
krystina.pacheco@maricopa.gov
Planning & Development
Engineering Plan Review
Date:
June 16, 2023
Memo To:
Darren Gerard, Planning Manager, Planning & Development
Attn:
Joel Landis, Planner, Planning and Development
From:
Krystina Pacheco, Plans Examiner Engineer, Planning and Development
cc:
Michael Norris, P.E., Engineering Manager, Planning and Development
Subject:
Z2023067 – SUP to install monopole telecommunication site
(E1 Memo)
Job Site Address:
51018 W US Highway 60 Aguila, AZ 85320
APN(s):
506-05-006F
PND engineering plan review (DPR, FCD and PND Transportation) has reviewed the 1st
submittal of the MCP application routed for review on May 30, 2023. PND Engineering has
the following stipulations:
1. Owner/applicant responsible for coordinating with ADOT for required studies, permitting
and access requirements for work in US 60 R/W.
2. The entire site is within a regulated floodplain (FEMA Zone AO). Ground
equipment/cabinets and electric panels must be elevated to the regulatory flood
elevations (2 feet above highest adjacent grade).
3. Development in the floodplain will require a floodplain use permit issued concurrent with
the building permit(s) required for site development.
4. All development and engineering design shall be in conformance with Section 1205 of the
Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance; Drainage Policies and Standards; Floodplain
Regulations for Maricopa County; MCDOT Roadway Design Manual; and current
engineering policies, standards and best practices at the time of application for
construction.
5. Engineering review of planning and/or zoning cases is for conceptual design only and does
not represent final design approval nor shall it entitle applicants to future designs that are
not in conformance with Section 1205 of the Maricopa County Zoning Ordinance and
Drainage Policies and Standards; Floodplain Regulations for Maricopa County; and the
MCDOT Roadway Design Manual.
Please contact me if you have any questions or require any additional information.
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
NORTHWEST DISTRICT PERMITS
To: Joel Landis
From: Richard Perez
Maricopa County Planning & Development
Northwest District Permits Supervisor
301 W. Jefferson St. Suite 170
1109 E. Commerce Drive
Phoenix, AZ. 85003
Prescott, AZ 86305
Review Comments Summary:
Comments on Pre-App Zoning Submittal for Maricopa County Zoning for a Special Use Permit Application in the case of
the Vertical Bridge major carrier for a Height & Antenna Configuartion Size of a Wireless SUP for a Wireless
Communications Facility approval of a New Wireless Communications Facility.
SUBMITTAL:
1
PROJECT NAME:
US-AZ-5163 Wickenburg (Aguila)
Vertical Bridge
REVIEWED
BY:
ADOT Northwest District Permits
Review Team
APPLICANT/TENANT:
Vertical Bridge / Clear Blue Services
DISCIPLINE
/OFFICE
ADOT Northwest District Prescott
Permits Office
SITE ADDRESS:
51018 W. US Highway 60
PARCEL #:
506-06-006F
CURRENT ZONED:
RU-43
RETURN
DATE:
6/6/2023
DESIGNER / CONSULTANT
Vertical Bridge / Clear Blue Services
PROPERTY OWNER
Millennium Milling Inc. an Arizona
Corp.
ADOT
PROJECT
MANAGER:
Richard Perez
RETURN TO:
Northwestpermit@azdot.gov
Northwestpermit@azdot.gov
ACTION CODES A= WILL COMPLY *B= CONSULTANT/DESIGNER TO EVALUATE
C= ADOT TEAM TO EVALUATE D= DISREGARD COMMENT
* REQUIRES A WRITTEN EXPLANATION BY CONSULTANT/DESIGNER
**FINAL DISPOSITION REQUIRES ADOT APPROVAL IF ANY COMMENT IS DISREGARDED
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EXPLANATION/INITIALS*
1
General
ADOT has no objections with the pre-app zoning for a special use permit
application for the installation of a cell tower on parcel # 506-05-006F
located along US-60 at approximate milepost 84.74 in Aguila, AZ.
However, ADOT does have concerns of the existing access and the
potential impacts that the construction of the cell tower may have within
the ADOT Right of Way along this highway corridor.
R.Perez NW
Permits
2
TIS
ADOT would require a Traffic Impact Statement (TIS) for review to
determine potenial impacts and potential improvements to the existing
access on US-60 from the construction of the cell towers. The TIS would
be according to ADOT's Traffic Engineering Guidelines and Processes
(TEGP), Section 240. Traffic Engineering Guidelines and Processes (TEGP)
Traffic Engineering Guidelines & Processes. The owner of the cell tower
site would need to provide the following: Construction duration, Total
number of trucks anticipated and size of trucks and largest size of trucks
expected for delivery of equipment and componets, number of
employees at peak construction, which direction will construction traffic
be coming from and hours of operation. Also, provide vehicle turning
movement templates for the vehicles that are anticipated to be used
during construction for the following design vehicles: largest
construction vehicle used at this site...WB44 or 50 minimum and up to
WB67 etc. to demonstrate that the existing driveway has adequate width
to provide for these vehicles to stay within the curb lane width on US-60
and 1/2 of the site access driveway. This will help determine what type of
improvements to the existing access will be required. Suggest a virtual
meeting to discuss. Main contact will be Richard Perez who can be
reached at Northwestpermit@azdot.gov. This email is monitored by the
Permits Team within the Northwest District of ADOT and provides
redundancy to ensure appropriate processing of all permits.
R.Perez NW
Permits
3
Site Plan
Provide a better detailed site plan that shows and calls out the ADOT
Right of Way from Construction Centerline (C/L) to the property line.
Include the width and radius of the existing access turnout. Include all
features within the ADOT Right of Way along the property limits for
example drainage culverts etc.
R.Perez NW
Permits
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EXPLANATION/INITIALS*
4
General
It appears that the existing access is a 20' to 23' foot access driveway. This
does not meet current ADOT Standards for the commercial access. Due to
the change of use, the current access driveway to Parcel #506-06-006F off
of US-60 at milepost 84.74 will need to be upgraded to current ADOT
Standards with a commercial access for the length within ADOT Right of
way according to ADOT Standard C-6.10. In addition to upgrading the
current access to current ADOT Standards the driveway access would
have to be paved within the ADOT Right of Way to the property line
according to ADOT Standards and Specifications and District wide
Standard of 5" in. AC over at a minimum 12" AB. The width and radius
would be determined by the TIS that is required for the construction of
the cell tower which would require it to be constructed under an
encroachment permit.
R.Perez NW
Permits
5
General
It also appears that according to ADOT records, the current existing
access does not have a permit for access to US-60. An encroachment
permit would be required to bring the existing access for Parcel #506-06-
006F off of US-60 milepost 84.74 into the current owner's name
according to Arizona Administrative Code R17-3-502(D).
R.Perez NW
Permits
6
General
If the TIS finds that impacts from this project affect US-60 at milepost
84.74, any improvements would require an encroachment permit to be
submitted to the Northwest District Permits office prior to construction.
R.Perez NW
Permits
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If any improvements within the ADOT is determined then any and all
work within the ADOT Right of Way shall be constructed according to
ADOT Standards and Specifications. The current owner Millennium
Milling Inc. or Vertical Bridge Clear Blue Services shall submit an
encroachment permit with all supporting documentation to ADOT
Northwest Permits to Northwestpermit@azdot.gov for processing, review
and approval. The encroachment permit would also be for the change of
ownership and bring the existing access into the current owner's name
according to Arizona Administrative Code R17-3-502(D). If the Cell Tower
permit does not move forward an encroachment permit would still be
required for the ownership of the existing access into current owners
Millennium Milling Inc. name. All construction plans shall be signed,
sealed and dated by a professional engineer. Be prepared to provide on
and off site plans and include the grading and drainage plans for review.
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ADOT's comments may not be all inclusive. ADOT reserves the right to
comment further if Parcel #506-05-006F moves forward with the planned
cell tower project to review the on and off site plans and to comment on
any other future meetings regarding Parcel #506-05-006F. Please contact
the Northwest District Permits department if you have any questions or
concerns.
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ADOT respectively request that the Maricopa County Development keep
ADOT included in all reviews and any other future meetings moving
forward with this project.
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ADOT respectfully requests that the Maricopa County not issue an
approval for this project to begin construction of any kind until ADOT's
review is complete and approved to proceed with or without an ADOT
Permit if needed along US-60 milepost84.74 in Aguila, AZ. The applicant
may contact ADOT Northwest Permit department with any questions or
concerns.
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*Consultant/Designer must provide where plans/specifications have changed and detail on how Reviewer Comment has been
incorporated. This description must provide enough detail to be clear. If the Consultant/Designer does not agree with the comment,
an explanation of why must be provided and further reviews may be needed.