Special Exception - 609 E. LaSalle

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3. The proposed use bill be consistent with the character of the district in which it will be located coupled with the existing land uses (existing Billboard). The proposed facility is designed to fill a coverage gap in the Applicants network. The network operates on a grid" system, whereby overlapping "cells" (geographic wireless coverage areas) mesh to form a continuous wireless network. In order to provide coverage within a cell, the wireless facility must existing on some level. Verizon has been a Pioneer in the Industry since day one and has been using the Small Cell concept as a major part of their network not only because it enhances services to their clients, but also because of its minimal visual impact and more often will go completely unnoticed being located on the existing Billboard. Verizon Wireless's wireless technology is heavily regulated and routinely maintained so as not to interfere with any other form of communication network or utility. In addition, enhanced wireless communication capabilities will have a positive influence on the economic development of the City of South Bend Indiana which improves the overall experience for both commercial and residential interests resulting in a product that is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 4. The proposed special use would not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of the surrounding property for uses permitted in the underlying zoning district in the City of South Bend. Verizon Wireless has been sensitive in the selection and design of the proposed facility and by granting the special use permit application, the project will not impede, hinder or discourage the development and use of adjacent land uses since the proposed installation is a slight alteration to the existing structure. Only the antenna will be visible on the top of the sign and the cabinet will be attached to the base of the sign which minimizes the aesthetic impact of the installation. 5. The proposed special use is so designed to provide adequate utilities, access roads, drainage, or necessary facilities. Similar to other reliable utilities such as power, gas & water, wireless networks are essential to the development of any community. The primary access route to the proposed facility will be on existing, paved driveway and parking lots near and next to the sign. The scope of this project is completely installed on the base of the existing Billboard therefore the antenna on the sign will have no impact on access roads or drainage. 6. The proposed special use is designed to provide ingress and egress to minimize traffic congestion on public streets. The proposed facility will be an unmanned installation and, upon completion, will require infrequent maintenance visits (approximately one or two times per month) by a service technician. The facility is entirely self - monitored by complex computer systems which connect to a central office and alert personnel in the event of an equipment malfunction or breach of security. No noise, glare, smoke, debris or byproduct will be created by the proposed project and as designed, the facility will not have an impact on traffic, parking or storm water control systems. Thus, the proposed facility will not cause an adverse effect on traffic congestion. Also required in municipal code, section 21 -08.01 for special regulations for wireless telecommunication facilities, please find the additional special use requirements below: A narrative detailing: 1. The reason for need (coverage, capacity, new users, etc.), for a telecommunication tower or wireless communications facility at the requested site.