19.68.120 Permit review—General criteria.
A. In evaluating a permit application under this chapter, the decision-maker must examine the following criteria:
1. Whether all requisite licenses, certificates, and authorizations from applicable federal, state, and local agencies have been obtained by the applicant;
2. Whether the applicant has shown that its proposed facility or colocation meets the standards and criteria set forth in this chapter, including the visibility and performance criteria set forth in AMC 19.68.200;
3. Whether the applicant has shown that its proposed facility meets any additional requirements in this chapter for colocating and/or wireless conditional uses, if applicable.
B. For a new wireless facility or a new small wireless facility, whether it is necessary to introduce new services, to densify a network, or to otherwise improve service capabilities.
C. Decision. After considering all information submitted, and the record on file and from any hearing, the decision-maker will decide whether to grant, deny, or grant the permit with conditions, and must issue a written decision containing findings of fact supported by substantial evidence, based on the criteria above.
D. Issued Permit. Any wireless service facility permit that is issued under this chapter must contain the location, nature, and extent of approved use, together with all conditions that are imposed. A copy of the permit will be kept on file and reviewed annually by the administering city official. If, at any time, the use no longer complies with the stated conditions, the owner will be declared in violation of this chapter. (Ord. 3038 § 3, 2019)