A building permit is required to locate or install any temporary WCF within the city.

Except during a declared public emergency, a lease or site license agreement is required to install any temporary WCF on city-owned property within the city.

Temporary WCFs are only permitted for (a) the reconstruction of a permanent WCF and limited to a duration of 18 months from the date of approval unless an extension is requested at least 30 days prior to the expiration date; or (b) large scale events and limited to the duration of the event, plus 10 days prior to the event and 10 days after.

Temporary WCFs shall be portable without a permanent foundation unless they are building mounted. Building-mounted temporary WCF facilities shall comply with all applicable development standards in this chapter.

Zoning Districts. Macro WCF located on new towers may be located in the business and light industrial zoning districts.

Existing Buildings and Structures. In addition to the zoning districts identified in subsection (A)(1) of this section, macro WCFs may also be placed on the following existing buildings and structures in any zone:

Collocated to an existing nonresidential structure.

Collocated on existing tower or monopole when there is no height increase, only when subsection (A)(1) of this section is technically infeasible.

Collocated on an existing tower or monopole when there is a height increase of no more than 15 feet above existing tower or monopole, only when subsections (A)(1) and (A)(2) of this section are technically infeasible.

Located on a new tower which extends no more than 15 feet above the height limitation of the site's zoning district, only when subsections (A)(1) through (A)(3) of this section are technically infeasible.

An application for a new tower requires two service providers to be party to the application;

A new tower shall be permitted to exceed the height limits of the zone by 30 feet to allow adequate separation between service providers;

As a condition of city approval of any new towers, the applicant shall ensure the availability of adequate space to accommodate associated equipment shelters/cabinets of both service providers party to the application.

Macro facilities may not extend more than 15 feet above the structure they are located on.

Site location and development shall preserve the preexisting character of the surrounding buildings, land use, and the zone district to the extent possible, while maintaining the function of the macro facility. Macro facilities shall be integrated through location, siting, and design to blend in with the existing characteristics of the site through application of the following measures:

Related equipment facilities used to house wireless communications equipment shall be located within buildings, or underground when possible. When they cannot be located in buildings or placed underground, equipment shelters, or cabinets shall be screened. Alternate methods for screening may include the use of building or parapet walls, sight-obscuring fencing and/or berms, landscaping, screen walls, equipment enclosures, or any combination of the above.

No macro facilities shall be used for the purpose of mounting signs or message displays of any kind.

Macro facilities shall not be lighted, except for emergency work lights, unless required by the FAA or other applicable authority.

Macro facilities shall conform to the city's noise regulations.

Franchise. If any portion of the applicant's facilities is to be located in the right-of-way, the applicant shall apply for, and receive, a franchise consistent with Chapter 12.05 MMC. An applicant with a franchise for the deployment of macro facilities in the city may apply directly for a macro facility permit and related approvals.

Macro Facility Permits. The applicant shall submit a macro facility permit application as required by MMC § 17.58.025. Prior to the issuance of a macro facility permit, the applicant shall pay the permit fee as set forth in the city's fee schedule, or the actual costs incurred by the city in reviewing such permit application pursuant to MMC § 17.58.120.

Associated Permit(s) and Checklist(s). The applicant shall attach all associated required permit applications including but not limited to applications required under Chapter 12.04 MMC, applications or checklists required under the city's critical areas, shoreline or SEPA ordinances, and clearing and grading permits.

Leases. An applicant who desires to attach a macro facility or any associated equipment, on city property, on any structure owned by the city, or in the city right-of-way, shall include an application for a lease or license as a component of its application. Leases and licenses for the use of right-of-way, public property, structures, or facilities shall be approved by the director.

The name, address, phone number and authorized signature on behalf of the applicant.

Three photo simulations of the proposed facility from affected residential properties and public right-of-way at varying distances. Photo simulations must include all cable, conduit and/or ground-mounted equipment necessary for and intended for use in the deployment regardless of whether the additional facilities are to be constructed by a third party.

If the proposed site is not owned by the city, the name, address and phone number of the owner and a signed document or lease confirming that the applicant has the owner's permission to construct the macro facility.

A statement identifying the nature and operation of the macro facility.

A site plan clearly indicating:

A site elevation and landscaping plan indicating the specific placement of the facility on the site, the location of existing structures, trees, and other significant site features. The site elevation and landscaping plan shall include a complete description of all measures proposed to camouflage the facility, including the type and location of plant materials used to screen the facility, and the proposed color schemes for the facility and the method of fencing.

Copies of any environmental documents required by any federal or state agency. These shall include the environmental assessment required by 47 CFR 1.1307, or, in the event that an FCC environmental assessment is not required, a statement that describes the specific factors that obviate the requirement for an environmental assessment.

A sworn affidavit signed by an RF engineer with knowledge of the proposed project affirming that the macro facility will be compliant with all FCC and other governmental regulations in connection with human exposure to radio frequency emissions for every frequency at which the facility will operate. If facilities which generate RF radiation necessary to the macro facility are to be provided by a third party, then the permit shall be conditioned on an RF certification showing the cumulative impact of the RF emissions on the entire installation.

A current map showing the location and service area of the proposed macro facility, a map showing the locations and service areas of other wireless communication facilities operated by the applicant and those proposed by the applicant that are close enough to impact service within the city.

Certification that the antenna will not interfere with other adjacent or neighboring transmission or reception functions.

If the facility is proposed for location in the city right-of-way, evidence of bonding and insurance in amounts prescribed by the city.

The application shall include documentation demonstrating compliance with the city's storm water management requirements.

Information necessary to demonstrate applicant's compliance with FCC rules, regulations, and requirements which are applicable to the proposed macro facility.

If not proposing a collocation, then documentation showing that the applicant has made a reasonable attempt to find a collocation site acceptable to engineering standards and that collocating was not technically feasible or that it posed a physical problem.

Such additional information as deemed necessary by the director for proper review of the application, and which is sufficient to enable the director to make a fully informed decision pursuant to the requirements of this chapter.

Franchise. If any portion of the applicant's facilities are to be located in the right-of-way, the applicant shall apply for, and receive approval of, a franchise, consistent with the requirements in Chapter 12.05 MMC. An application for a franchise may be submitted concurrently with an application for small wireless facility permit(s).

Small Wireless Facility Permits. The applicant shall submit a small wireless facility permit application and associated components as required by MMC § 17.58.140. Prior to the issuance of the small wireless facility permit, the applicant shall pay the permit fee as set forth in the city's fee schedule, or the actual costs incurred by the city in reviewing such permit application pursuant to MMC § 17.58.120. If the applicant desires to locate outside the right-of-way, or has already obtained a franchise to deploy inside the right-of-way, the applicant may apply directly for a small wireless facility permit.

Associated Application(s) and Checklist(s). Any application for a small wireless permit which contains an element which is not categorically exempt from SEPA review shall simultaneously apply under Chapter 43.21C RCW and Chapter 18.04 MMC. Further, any application proposing small wireless facilities in a shoreline area (pursuant to Chapter 18.12 MMC) or a critical area (pursuant to Chapter 18.16 MMC) or proposed in such a way that may require a clearing and grading permit (Chapter 13.27 MMC) shall indicate why the application is exempt or comply with the review processes in such codes. Applications for small wireless facilities in design zones or for new poles shall comply with the requirements in MMC § 17.58.210.

Leases. An applicant who desires to attach a small wireless facility or any associated equipment, on city property, on any structure owned by the city, or in the city right-of-way, shall include an application for a lease or license as a component of its application. Leases and licenses for the use of right-of-way, public property, structures, or facilities shall be approved by the director.

The location of overhead and underground public utility, telecommunication, cable, water, adjacent lighting, sewer drainage and other lines and equipment within 250 feet of the proposed project area (which project area shall include the location of the fiber source and power source). Further, the applicant shall include all existing and proposed improvements related to the proposed location, including but not limited to poles, driveways, ADA ramps, equipment cabinets, street trees and structures within 250 feet of the proposed project area.

The specific trees, structures, improvements, facilities, lines and equipment, and obstructions, if any, that applicant proposes to temporarily or permanently remove or relocate and a landscape plan for protecting, trimming, removing, replacing, and restoring any trees or areas to be disturbed during construction.

Compliance with the siting and aesthetic requirements of MMC § 17.58.190 and 17.58.210, as applicable.

The applicant must show written approval from the owner of any pole, structure, or location for the installation of its small wireless facilities. To extent that the pole, structure, or location is not owned by the applicant, the applicant shall demonstrate in writing that they have authority from the property owner to install the small wireless facility on the pole, structure, or location. Such written approval shall include approval of the specific pole, engineering and design standards from the pole owner, unless the pole owner is the city. Submission of the lease agreement between the owner and the applicant is not required. For city-owned poles, or structures or locations, the applicant must obtain a lease from the city prior to or concurrent with the small wireless permit application and must submit as part of the application the information required in the lease for the city to evaluate the usage of a specific pole.

If the application is for a new utility pole that provides lighting, then the applicant must provide a photometric analysis.

Whether the proposed small wireless facility could be located on a street corner rather than in the middle of a block.

Whether a small wireless facility is currently installed on an existing pole in front of the same residential parcel. If a small wireless facility exists, then the applicant must demonstrate that no technically feasible alternative location exists which is not in front of the same residential parcel.

Whether the proposed small wireless facility can be screened from residential view by choosing a pole location that is not directly in front of a window or views.

Does not defeat concealment elements specifically designated as stealth techniques;

Incorporates the aesthetic elements required as conditions of approval set forth in the original small wireless facility approval in a manner consistent with the rights granted an eligible facility; and

Does not exceed the conditions of a small wireless facility as defined by 47 CFR 1.6002(l).

The small wireless facility's vertical clearance does not pose a hazard to other users of the rights-of-way.

Replacement poles and new poles comply with the ADA, city construction and sidewalk clearance standards, traffic warrants, city ordinances, and state and federal statutes and regulations in order to provide a clear and safe passage within the right-of-way.

The location of any replacement pole or new pole must be physically possible, cannot obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic or the clear zone, not interfere with utility or safety fixtures (e.g., fire hydrants, traffic control devices), and not adversely affect the public welfare, health, or safety.

Small wireless facilities may not encroach onto or over private property or property outside of the right-of-way without the property owner's express written consent as required by MMC § 17.58.190(A)(2)(d).

Upon adoption of a city standard small wireless facility pole design(s) within the city's development guidelines and public works standards, an applicant shall first consider using or modifying the standard pole design to accommodate its small wireless facility without substantially changing the outward visual and aesthetic character of the design. The applicant, upon a showing that use or modification of the standard pole design is either technically or physically infeasible, or that the modified pole design will not comply with the city's ADA, sidewalk clearance requirements and/or would violate electrical or other safety standards, may deviate from the adopted standard pole design and use the design standards as further described in this subsection A.

The applicant shall minimize to the extent possible the antenna and equipment space and shall use the smallest enclosure technically necessary to fit the equipment and antennas. The antennas and equipment shall be located using the following methods:

The furthest point of any equipment enclosure may not extend more than 28 inches from the face of the pole. Any equipment or antenna enclosures shall meet WSDOT height clearance requirements. Applicants are encouraged to place the equipment enclosure as close to the antennas as physically and technically possible, unless such placement would cause a greater aesthetic impact.

All conduit, cables, wires and fiber shall be routed internally in the nonwooden pole. Full concealment of all conduit, cables, wires and fiber is required within mounting brackets, shrouds, canisters or sleeves if attaching to exterior antennas or equipment.

An antenna on top of an existing pole may not extend more than six feet above the height of the existing pole and the diameter may not exceed 16 inches, measured at the top of the pole, unless the applicant can demonstrate that more space is technically necessary. The antennas and any extension shall be integrated into the pole design so that it appears as a continuation of the original pole, including colored or painted to match the pole, and shall be shrouded or screened to blend with the pole. All cabling and mounting hardware/brackets from the bottom of the antenna to the top of the pole shall be fully concealed and integrated with the pole.

Any replacement pole shall substantially conform to the design of the pole it is replacing or the neighboring pole design standards utilized within the contiguous right-of-way.

The height of any replacement pole may not extend more than 10 feet above the height of the existing pole or the minimum additional height necessary, whichever is less; provided, that the height of the replacement pole cannot be extended further by additional antenna height.

The diameter of a replacement pole shall comply with the city's setback and sidewalk clearance requirements and shall, to the extent technically feasible, not be more than a 25 percent increase of the existing nonwooden pole measured at the base of the pole, unless additional diameter is needed in order to conceal equipment within the base of the pole, and shall comply with the requirements in subsection (E)(5) of this section.

The use of the pole for the siting of a small wireless facility shall be considered secondary to the primary function of the pole. If the primary function of a pole serving as the host site for a small wireless facility becomes unnecessary, the pole shall not be retained for the sole purpose of accommodating the small wireless facility and the small wireless facility and all associated equipment shall be removed.

The wooden pole at the proposed location may be replaced with a taller pole for the purpose of accommodating a small wireless facility; provided, that the replacement pole shall not exceed a height that is a maximum of 10 feet taller than the existing pole, unless a further height increase is required and confirmed in writing by the pole owner and that such height extension is the minimum extension possible to provide sufficient separation and/or clearance from electrical and wireline facilities.

A pole extender may be used instead of replacing an existing pole but may not increase the height of the existing pole by more than 10 feet, unless a further height increase is required and confirmed in writing by the pole owner and that such height increase is the minimum extension possible to provide sufficient separation and/or clearance from electrical and wireline facilities. A "pole extender" as used herein is an object affixed between the pole and the antenna for the purpose of increasing the height of the antenna above the pole. The pole extender shall be painted to approximately match the color of the pole and shall substantially match the diameter of the pole measured at the top of the pole.

Replacement wooden poles shall either match the approximate color and materials of the replaced pole or shall be the standard new wooden pole used by the pole owner in the city.

Antennas, equipment enclosures, and all ancillary equipment, boxes and conduit shall be colored or painted to match the approximate color of the surface of the wooden pole on which they are attached.

The interior edge of an antenna shall not be mounted more than 12 inches from the surface of the wooden pole.

Antennas should be placed in an effort to minimize visual clutter and obtrusiveness. Multiple antennas are permitted on a wooden pole provided that each antenna enclosure shall not be more than three cubic feet in volume.

A canister antenna may be mounted on top of an existing wooden pole, which may not exceed the height requirements described in subsection (B)(1) of this section. A canister antenna mounted on the top of a wooden pole shall not exceed 16 inches in diameter, measured at the top of the pole, and shall be colored or painted to match the pole. The canister antenna shall be placed to look as if it is an extension of the pole. In the alternative, the applicant may propose a side mounted canister antenna, so long as the inside edge of the antenna is no more than 12 inches from the surface of the wooden pole. All cables shall be concealed either within the canister antenna or within a sleeve between the antenna and the wooden pole.

The furthest point of any antenna or equipment enclosure may not extend more than 28 inches from the face of the pole. Any equipment or antenna enclosures shall meet WSDOT height clearance requirements. Applicants are encouraged to place the equipment enclosure as close to the antennas as physically and technically possible, unless such placement would cause a greater aesthetic impact.

An omnidirectional antenna may be mounted on the top of an existing wooden pole, provided such antenna is no more than four feet in height and is mounted directly on the top of a pole or attached to a sleeve made to look like the exterior of the pole as close to the top of the pole as technically feasible. All cables shall be concealed within the sleeve between the bottom of the antenna and the mounting bracket.

All related equipment, including but not limited to ancillary equipment, radios, cables, associated shrouding, microwaves, and conduit which are mounted on wooden poles shall not be mounted more than six inches from the surface of the pole, unless a further distance is technically required, and is confirmed in writing by the pole owner.

Equipment for small wireless facilities shall be attached to the wooden pole, unless otherwise permitted to be ground mounted pursuant to subsection (E)(2) of this section. The equipment must be placed in the smallest enclosure possible for the intended purpose. The equipment enclosure and all other wireless equipment associated with the utility pole, including wireless equipment associated with the antenna and any preexisting associated equipment on the pole, may not exceed 28 cubic feet. Multiple equipment enclosures may be acceptable if designed to more closely integrate with the pole design and does not cumulatively exceed 28 cubic feet. The applicant is encouraged to place the equipment enclosure behind any banners or road signs that may be on the pole; provided, that such location does not interfere with the operation of the banners or signs, or the small wireless facility.

A unified enclosure housing both antenna and equipment may be utilized and shall be placed as close to the surface of the pole as possible, but the interior edge of the unified antenna and equipment enclosure shall not extend more than 12 inches off the pole if necessary for antenna tilt and technical need. The unified enclosure shall be the smallest size technically necessary, but shall not exceed the dimensional requirements of subsection (B)(11) of this section. To the extent possible, the unified enclosure shall be placed so as to appear as an integrated part of the pole or behind banners or signs; provided, that such location does not interfere with the operation of the small wireless facility or operations of the banners or signs.

The visual effect of the small wireless facility on all other aspects of the appearance of the wooden pole shall be minimized to the greatest extent possible.

The small wireless facility shall be considered a secondary use to the primary use of the utility pole. If the primary use of a utility pole serving as the host site for a small wireless facility becomes unnecessary, the utility pole shall not be retained for the sole purpose of accommodating the small wireless facility and the small wireless facility and all associated equipment shall be removed.

The diameter of a replacement pole shall comply with the requirements listed in subsection (A)(8) of this section.

All cables and wires shall be routed through conduit along the outside of the pole. The outside conduit shall be colored or painted to match the pole. The number of conduits shall be minimized to the number technically necessary to accommodate the small wireless facility.

Small wireless facilities may be mounted to the sides of a building if the antennas do not interrupt the building's architectural theme.

The interruption of architectural lines or horizontal or vertical reveals is discouraged.

New architectural features such as columns, pilasters, corbels, or other ornamentation that conceals antennas may be used if it complements the architecture of the existing building.

Small wireless facilities shall utilize the smallest mounting brackets necessary in order to provide the smallest offset from the building.

Skirts or shrouds shall be utilized on the sides and bottoms of antennas in order to conceal mounting hardware, create a cleaner appearance, and minimize the visual impact of the antennas. Exposed cabling/wiring is prohibited.

Small wireless facilities shall be colored, painted and textured to match the adjacent building surfaces, to the extent technically feasible.

Small wireless facilities must meet the height requirement of the underlying zoning district.

Feed lines and coaxial cables shall be located below the parapet of the rooftop or otherwise concealed from view.

If an equipment enclosure cannot be located within the building where the small wireless facilities will be located, then the city's first preference is for the wireless telecommunication carrier to locate the equipment on the roof of the building. If the equipment can be screened by placing the equipment below the parapet walls, no additional screening is required. If screening is required, the proposed screening must be consistent with the existing building in terms of color, design, architectural style, and material. If the cabinet equipment cannot be located on the roof or within the building, then it shall be located underground consistent with subsection (A)(2)(b) of this section.

Each strand-mounted facility shall not exceed three cubic feet in volume;

Only one strand-mounted facility is permitted per cable between any two existing poles;

The pole must be able to support the necessary load requirements of the strand-mounted facility;

The strand-mounted devices shall be placed as close as possible to the nearest utility pole, in no event more than five feet from the pole unless a greater distance is technically necessary or is required by the pole owner for safety clearance;

No strand-mounted device shall be located in or above the portion of the roadway open to vehicular traffic;

Ground-mounted equipment to accommodate a shared mounted facility is not permitted except when placed in preexisting equipment cabinets; and

Pole-mounted equipment shall comply with the requirements of subsections (D)(1) and (D)(2) of this section.

Such strand-mounted devices shall be installed to cause the least visual impact and without excess exterior cabling or wires (other than the original strand).

Strand-mounted facilities are prohibited on nonwooden poles, unless the existing pole has preexisting communication wirelines.

In the event power is later undergrounded in an area where small wireless communication facilities are located above ground on utility poles, the small wireless communication facilities shall be removed and may be replaced with a facility meeting the design standards for new poles in MMC § 17.58.210.

Ground-mounted equipment in the right-of-way is prohibited, unless the applicant can demonstrate that pole-mounted, completely concealed within the pole, or undergrounded equipment is technically infeasible. If ground-mounted equipment is necessary, then the applicant shall submit a concealment element plan. Generators located in the right-of-way are prohibited.

Small wireless facilities are not permitted on traffic signal poles unless denial of the siting could be a prohibition or effective prohibition of the applicant's ability to provide telecommunications service in violation of 47 U.S.C. Sections 253 and 332.

Replacement poles and new poles shall comply with the ADA, city construction and sidewalk clearance standards, city ordinance, and state and federal laws and regulations in order to provide a clear and safe passage within the right-of-way. Further, the location of any replacement or new pole shall: be physically possible, comply with applicable traffic warrants, not interfere with utility or safety fixtures (e.g., fire hydrants, traffic control devices), and not adversely affect the public welfare, health or safety.

Replacement poles shall be located no more than five feet from the existing pole with the requirement to remove the abandoned pole.

No signage, message or identification other than the manufacturer's identification or identification required by governing law is allowed to be portrayed on any antenna or equipment enclosure or on the pole. Any permitted signage shall be located either on the equipment enclosures or in the location required by law and be of the minimum size necessary to achieve the intended or required purpose (no larger than four by six inches unless required by law); provided, that signs are permitted as concealment element techniques where appropriate.

Antennas and related equipment shall not be illuminated except for security reasons, required by a federal or state authority, or unless approved as part of a concealment element plan.

Side arm mounts for antennas or equipment shall be the minimum extension necessary and the inside edge of the antenna may be no more than 12 inches from the surface of the pole.

The preferred location of a small wireless facility on a pole is the location with the least visual impact.

Antennas, equipment enclosures, and ancillary equipment, conduit and cable shall not dominate the structure or pole upon which they are attached.

Except for locations in the right-of-way, small wireless facilities are prohibited on any property containing a residential use in a single family residential zones. When permitted SWF and associated equipment located outside the right-of-way shall maintain a seven-foot-six-inch setback from residential property lines.

The city may consider the cumulative visual effects of small wireless facilities mounted on poles within the right-of-way when assessing proposed siting locations so as to not adversely affect the visual character of the city. This provision shall not be applied to limit the number of permits issued when no alternative sites are reasonably available nor to impose a technological requirement on the applicant.

The proposed small wireless facility cannot be located on an existing utility pole, electrical transmission tower or on a site outside of the design zones or outside public right-of-way such as public property, building, transmission tower or in or on a nonresidential use in a residential zone whether by roof or panel mount or separate structure;

The proposed small wireless facility complies with the applicable requirements of MMC § 17.58.190(E);

The proposed small wireless facility receives approval for a concealment element design, as described in subsection C of this section;

The proposed small wireless facility complies with SEPA, if applicable;

Any new pole shall be installed at the point closest to the side property line so as not to impact the property's views; and

No new poles shall be located in a critical area or associated buffer required by Chapter 18.16 MMC (Critical Areas), except when determined to be exempt pursuant to said ordinance.

If the director has already approved a concealment element design either for the applicant or another small wireless facility along the same public right-of-way or for the same pole type, then the applicant shall utilize a substantially similar concealment element design, unless it can show that such concealment element design is not physically or technically feasible, or that such deployment would undermine the generally applicable design standards; in such case, the applicant shall propose a concealment element design consistent with subsection (C)(2) of this section.

The concealment element design should seek to minimize the visual obtrusiveness of the small wireless facility. The proposed pole or structure should have similar designs to existing neighboring poles in the right-of-way, including similar height to the extent technically feasible. If the proposed small wireless facility is placed on a replacement pole, then the replacement pole shall be of the same general design as the pole it is replacing unless the director otherwise approves a variation due to aesthetic or safety concerns. Any concealment element design for a small wireless facility should attempt to mimic the design of such pole and integrate the small wireless facility into the design of the pole. Other concealment methods include, but are not limited to, integrating the installation with architectural features or building design components, utilization of coverings or concealment devices of similar material, color, and texture – or the appearance thereof – as the surface against which the installation will be seen or on which it will be installed, landscape design, or other camouflage strategies appropriate for the type of installation. Applicants are required to utilize designs in which all conduit and wirelines are installed internally in the structure.

To toll the time frame for incompleteness, the director shall provide written notice to the applicant within 30 days of receipt of the application, clearly and specifically delineating all missing documents and/or information required in the application.

The time frame for review begins running again when the applicant makes a supplemental submission in response to the city's notice of incompleteness.

Following a supplemental submission, the director will notify the applicant within 10 days that the supplemental submission did not provide the information identified in the original notice delineating missing information. The time frame is tolled in the case of second or subsequent notices pursuant to the procedures identified in this subsection. Second or subsequent notices of incompleteness may not specify missing documents or information that was not delineated in the original notice of incompleteness.