PD BACKGROUND REPORT (PL-USE-2022-004)

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(b) The Project does not Adversely Affect the Surrounding Property RF Emissions: The operation of the antenna does not present health hazards or cause interference with other electronic appliances and equipment. Section 704 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996(47 U.S.C. 332(c), as amended)recognizes the absence of health hazards from wireless radio wave transmissions and prohibits local authorities from regulating the placement of such towers based on environmental effects, as long as those towers comply with the Federal Communication Commission's guidelines. The Project will be designed to strictly comply with those guidelines. A copy of the FCC Consumer Facts — Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Fields: Guidelines for Cellular&PCS Sites is attached as Pages 20 -21. Noise Impacts: The only source of noise that may be emitted from the Project results from an air conditioner necessary to maintain correct temperature and humidity in the equipment cabinets and a generator to be operated during emergencies and routine maintenance. The resulting noise from the air conditioner is virtually inaudible from farther than 100 feet except under extraordinarily quiet conditions, and the occasional use of a generator during maintenance or power outages is not a substantial negative impact in this area. Visual Impacts: Pursuant to the standards set forth in the General Plan, "the design of the facilities shall consider the existing environment, and scenic view[s] and vistas shall be considered and preserved where possible." The existing environment surrounding the Property is mostly undeveloped lands with some homes located more than more than 300 ft away from the tower. The tower will be painted a color that will blend with the surrounding community. The tower will be surrounded by the existing landscaping to minimize any impact to the surrounding community. The ground equipment will also be fenced with chain link with inserted green slats. There are no notable mauka or makai scenic views or vistas. C. THE GRANTING OF THE PROPOSED USE SHALL NOT UNREASONABLY BURDEN PUBLIC AGENCIES TO PROVIDE ROADS AND STREETS, SEWERS,WATER,DRAINAGE, SCHOOL IMPROVEMENTS,POLICE AND FIRE PROTECTION AND OTHER RELATED INFRASTUCTURE Only electrical and fiber optics are required for the proposed use. Electricity is located on the overhead utility poles are located on Kaumana Drive directly across the street from the proposed location. Fiber optics should be available to this location. In the event fiber optics cannot be delivered to this location, a microwave dish would be added to the tower to bring the service from another location. No public expenditures for road, street, sewer,water, drainage, or schools or increased police or fire protection are required. The Project enhances police and fire protection by affording wireless voice and data services to remote land areas so that emergency and crime-fighting officials can be contacted in the event of an emergency. 101 Page