MEETING DATE:
APRIL 22, 2025
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-9427 - APPEAL (AA25-0001) OF A PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP23-0005) RENEWAL TO ALLOW THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF AN EXISTING AT&T MOBILITY WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITY AT 2080 GOLDEN EAGLE TRAIL FOR AN ADDITIONAL TEN (10) YEAR TERM.
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Recommendation
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ADOPT resolution (2025-9427) denying the appeal (AA25-0001) and uphold the decision of the Planning Commission
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Introduction
On February 18, 2025, the Planning Commission voted 7-0 to approve Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 23-0005 and CEQA Categorical Exemption (EX) 24-027 to allow the continued operation of an existing wireless telecommunication facility on a residential property in the Agricultural 1 (A-1) Zone, located at 2080 Golden Eagle Trail (Planning Commission Meeting Minutes provided as Attachment D, adopting resolution provided as Attachment E). On February 19, 2025, an appeal of the Planning Commission's decision was filed with the City (Attachment H). In accordance with San Marcos Municipal Code (SMMC) Chapter 20.545, the City Council shall hold a hearing on the appeal, and the Council's decision shall constitute the final determination of the City.
Background
The project site is currently developed with a single-family residence, agricultural buildings, and two (2) faux-tree wireless telecommunication facilities, one operated by T-Mobile/Crown Castle and the subject facility, operated by AT&T Mobility. The adjacent land uses to the east and south are single family residences and vacant lots in the Agricultural 1 (A-1) Zone and the County of San Diego. To the north and west of the project site are single family residences and open space areas that are within the San Elijo Hills Specific Plan area. Access to the site is provided on private roads through Golden Eagle Trail, Attebury Drive, and Questhaven Road.
In 2013, the Planning Commission (and City Council,...
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