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Commissioner Johnson replied that there are cul-de-sacs in the City that are very long and could <br />use a sidewalk as well as temporary cul-de-sacs with the possibility of future expansion. <br /> <br />Chairperson Anderson noted that anything over 600 feet for a cul-de-sac would require a <br />variance and the issue could be addressed at that time. <br /> <br />The Commission directed Mr. Boos to amend the proposed ordinance to eliminate the <br />requirement for sidewalks on all cul-de-sacs in a single family zone with no possibility as a <br />through street. <br /> <br />Case//6: Review Tower Ordinance <br /> <br />Community Development Assistant Barnett stated that as a follow-up to the US West Wireless <br />application, both the Plarming Commission and City Council have determined that a review of <br />the City's tower ordinance is appropriate, especially with respect to telecommunication towers <br />being placed in residential districts. The Commission was presented with information regarding <br />the ordinance and the history behind the adoption of the ordinance. <br /> <br />Chai~'person Anderson noted that the Council returned the US West application to the Planning <br />Commission and questioned why. In reviewing the current ordinance the only question he has is <br />whether the City wanted to permit towers in a residential district at all. Ali of the other <br />information seemed to be very well thought out. <br /> <br />Commissioner Nixt replied that under the Telecommunications Act, the City cannot totally <br />prohibit the towers, but they can limit where they are located. <br /> <br />Commissioner Nixt stated that the City needs to allow a reasonable locations to construct the <br />towers, but that is difficult to determine with changing technologies. <br /> <br />Commissioner Dempsey stated that if the City takes a proactive role in the location of the towers; <br />then the impact on residents is considered, which is important. <br /> <br />Commissioner Johnson stated that in his opinion there are locations in the northern part of the <br />City that would not impact residential areas. <br /> <br />Commissioner Nixt recommended that staff conduct more specific tower research. He suggested <br />obtaining input from an outside source as to appropriate locations for the towers. <br /> <br />Commissioner Johnson stated that he would like some input on appropriate height for the towers <br />and what the industry says in regards to height in comparison to other cities. <br /> <br />Commissioner Dempsey inquired as to the number of users allowed to use a tower. <br /> <br />Planning Commission/February 1, 2000 <br /> Page 8 of I0 <br /> <br /> <br />