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CUP No. 2011-14 June 27, 2011 Page 4 • The project will provide a service or facility which will contribute to the community. The proposed monopine will provide a service to Santa Ana residents, businesses and motorists who subscribe to Metro PCS's services by reducing the gaps in cellular service and providing additional calling capacity for its users in the central sector of Santa Ana. • The proposed wireless facility at this location will not be detrimental to persons residing or working in the area as the proposed facility will be in compliance with Federal law that govern health related issues for wireless facilities, including safety regulations from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). • The proposed monopine, in conjunction with the new live pine trees and site improvements, will be compatible with the surrounding area and will not adversely affect the economic viability in the area. The stealth appearance and site enhancements will maintain and increase the economic stability for this commercial corridor. • The use will comply with all provisions pertaining to the construction and installation of wireless facilities identified in Chapter 41 (Zoning Code) of the Santa Ana Municipal Code. • The proposed monopine will not adversely affect the General Plan as cellular facilities that are designed to be compatible with the surrounding environment are consistent with the goals and objectives of the Industrial (IND) General Plan land use designation. Further, Policy 2.2 encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for services. A facility designed as a monopine would provide the best stealth possible for this location. The facility is located within an industrial district and will be installed on the northeast side of the building, away from other industrial buildings and Santa Fe Street. Within the corridor, there is a mixture of trees, including palm and broad leaf trees. The pine tree design will easily blend into the area and will be designed to allow for future co-location by another provider. Of the various tree designs, the pine tree has been found to be the solution that best stealth's the equipment needed by additional wireless providers. All associated wiring and conduit for the facility will be underground or hidden within the interior of the monopine. This location is also optimum to provide the coverage necessary for existing and expanding service. The proposed cellular antennas will provide a benefit to Santa Ana residents, businesses and motorists who subscribe to Metro PCS by closing service gaps in the area. Equipment for the facility will be located in an existing enclosure at the rear of the building and will be screened by wrought iron fencing. The proposed wireless facility complies with the City's Wireless Communications Facility Ordinance and will provide needed service to this area of the City. Further, the project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan, including Policy 2.2 of the Land Use Element, which encourages land uses that accommodate the City's needs for services. 31A-6