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BSBAKealakekuaUSE.crk9.3.2020 COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND REPORT SBA TOWERS V LLC USE PERMIT APPLICATION (USE 20-000083) SBA TOWERS V LLC is requesting a Use Permit to allow the replacement of an existing 326-foot tall telecommunications tower with a new,non-manned telecommunication facility consisting of a 260-foot tall, self-supporting steel lattice tower with related equipment and improvements within a 2,025-square foot portion of a 3.585-acre property situated in the County's Agricultural-5 Acre(A-5a) zoning district. The subject property is located at 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, approximately 1,165 feet east(mauka) of Hawai`i Belt Road, Haleki`i- Kalukalu(Mauka), South Kona, Hawai`i, TMK: (3) 8-1-001:026 (por.). APPLICANT'S REQUEST 1. Proposed Use: The applicant is requesting a Use Permit to replace an existing 326-foot tall telecommunications tower with a new, non-manned telecommunication facility consisting of a 260-foot tall, self-supporting galvanized steel lattice tower situated approximately 30 feet to the north west of the existing tower on the same property. Service providers on the existing tower(T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless and Pacific Radio Group)will relocate to the new tower with the following components: 1)T-Mobile consisting of three(3) sectors with two (2) antennas per sector for a total of six(6) antennas and nine(9)remote radio units; and 2)Verizon Wireless consisting of nine(9) antennas and twelve(12) remote radio units. In addition to the tower and antennas, the 2,025-square foot(45'x 45')project area would be used for accessory ground facilities including a new equipment cabinet shelter on an existing 8'x 16' concrete pad. The project area will be enclosed with an 8-foot high chain-link fence with three strands of barbed wire at the top and a 12-foot wide locked access gate. The proposed facility will be unmanned, and maintenance and repair activities will be performed by a technician on a periodic basis, typically once a month within normal working hours. The applicant will comply with all Federal Communications Commission(FCC) and Federal Aviation Administration(FAA)rules, including the installation of an LED beacon and tower side lights as the proposed new tower is over 200 feet in height. Additionally, the facility will not interfere with the County's public safety radio system. 2. Reason for the Request: According to the applicant, the existing 326-foot tall tower is no longer structurally sound and must be replaced. However, due to the presence of several wireless carriers located on the existing tower, which help to provide E911 coverage for the area,the applicant needs to wait until the new tower is constructed to demolish the existing tower. The new tower is anticipated to be constructed within six(6) months of obtaining the necessary permits and the existing tower will be demolished thereafter. Approval of a Use Permit to construct the new tower and demolish the existing tower, once the 260-foot proposed structure is operational, will ensure E911 coverage will remain in service for the public with minimal interruptions and maintain the cell service provided by the tower's existing wireless carrier tenants. 3. Co-location: According to the applicant, the proposed replacement tower will support the three(3) service providers on the existing tower(T-Mobile, Verizon Wireless and Pacific Radio Group) and one(1)pending new service provider. 4. Alternative Sites Considered: According to the applicant, as this Use Permit request will facilitate the replacement of an existing, structurally failing tower with a new, shorter tower, they considered this site the most adequate and least obtrusive for the proposed project. 5. Tower Height Justification: According to the applicant,the replacement of the existing 326-foot tower with a new 260-foot tower will not negatively impact cell service or E911 services to the area. 6. Supportive Information: The applicant has submitted the attached in support ofthe request: (Planning Department Exhibit 1 —Use Permit Application dated October 11, 2019 and received on July 10,2020 and additional information received via email dated August 5, 2020). 7. Landowner: SBA Towers V LLC. BACKGROUND INFORMATION 8. Telecommunications Act of 1996: The Telecommunications Act of 1996, Section 704, as amended, which amended portions ofthe 1934 Act, limits state or local authorities from regulating the placement, construction and modification of personal wireless service facilities on the basis of environmental effects ofradio frequency emissions, as long as such facility towers comply with the FCC's regulations concerning such emissions. The applicant will adhere to FCC regulations. STATE AND COUNTY PLANS 9. State Land Use District: Agricultural. 10. General Plan LUPAG MAP: Low Density Urban. 11. County Zoning: Agricultural-5 acres (A-5a). 12. Kona Community Development Plan (KCDP): The KCDP was adopted by the Hawaii County Council by Ordinance No. 08-131 on September 25, 2008. The subject property is located within an area designated as a"Rural Town TOD." 13. Special Management Area: The Special Management Area is a part of the Coastal Zone Management Program and regulated by the County. The property is outside of the Special Management Area and is located about 2.4 miles from the nearest coastline. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY AND SURROUNDING AREA 14. Description of Property: The subject 3.585-acre property is generally rectangular in shape and sits at an elevation of 1,770 feet above sea level. The property is improved with three(3) existing telecommunications towers and related equipment, including: 1) a 326-foot tall tower(known as the KKON broadcasting tower)permitted in 1963 by Interim Zoning Variance No. 12; 2) a 152-foot tall monopole tower(Nextel), which was a permitted use in the district at the time and was granted Final Plan Approval in April 1997; and 3) a 145-foot tall tower(US Cellular) that was granted a Special Permit(SPP No. 1062) in 2000. There is an existing equipment building that will be removed to make space for the proposed 260-foot tall tower approximately 30 feet to the north west of the existing KKON Tower. The area between the three facilities is heavily vegetated. 15. Surrounding Zoning/Land Uses: With the exception of the property directly adjacent to the west that is zoned Single-Family Residential (RS-15),the remaining properties directly surrounding the subject property are similarly zoned Agricultural (A-5a) and consist of residential uses, farm uses and vacant property. The closest dwelling is situated approximately 190 feet to the north west of the closest corner of the proposed tower. 16. Flood Zone: Zone X, an area determined by FEMA to be outside the 500-year flood plain. 17. Agricultural Lands of Importance to the State of Hawaii(ALISH): Unclassified. 18. Land Study Bureau's Detailed Land Classification System: "E"or"Very Poor"soils. 19. U.S.D.A. Soil Survey: Lava flows—Kona complex 10 to 20 percent slopes. 20. Flora and Fauna Resources: According to US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), there are two listed animal species in the immediate vicinity of the project area: the federally endangered Hawaiian hoary bat and the threatened Hawaiian goose(Nene). Additionally,the endangered Hawaiian petrel,band-rumped storm-petrel, and the threatened Newell's shearwater may transit the project area flying to upland breeding colonies. The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife(DOFAW) also identified the Hawaiian hawk, which was recently removed from the federal list ofthreatened and endangered species,but continues to be listed as endangered by the State under HRS 195-D. Both USFWS and DOFAW recommended mitigation measures to protect these endangered species and provided general guidance for biosecurity measures during construction and operation of the facility. Floral resources observed on the subject property include: Ti Plant, Swiss Cheese Plant, Cook Pine, Lace Fern, Cuban Royal Palm, Strawberry Guava, and common Guava. 21. Archaeological/Historic/Cultural Resources: According to the applicant, the proposed project was submitted for Section 106 review via the E106 portal on December 12, 2018 and received concurrence from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs on January 14, 2019. However, the State Historic Preservation Division(SHPD)was unable to provide a determination of"No Adverse Effect"within the required 30-day review period given their overwhelming workload at the time (See Exhibit 9 of the Application). Given the historic use of the property for telecommunications facilities and as the new tower is proposed to be built largely on the site of an existing building that will be removed, it is not anticipated that the tower construction will have any negative impact on archaeological,historic or cultural resources. 22. Scenic and Visual Resources: There are no identified natural beauty sites/view planes in the General Plan for this area. There are three existing towers on the subject property which have been established for many years and according to the applicant, surrounding property owners are accustomed to the presence of towers on the property. Furthermore, as the applicant is proposing to replace an existing 326-foot tower with a smaller 260-foot tower of similar design in a similar location, the visual impact, if any, should be reduced. 23. Public Access: There is no public access to the mountains or the shoreline that runs through the property. PUBLIC UTILITIES AND SERVICES 24. Roadway Access: Access to the property and existing tower is via a 40-foot wide roadway and utility easement across the adjacent property to the north from Nani Kupuna Place, a County owned and maintained roadway. The new telecommunications facility will be similarly accessed over this easement, which includes a 12'±wide asphalt section leading to the subject property and an 8'- 9'±wide gravel section,both considered to be in good drivable condition. 25. Water: The proposed use does not require water. 26. Wastewater: This use will not generate wastewater. 27. Utilities: Electrical and telephone services are available to the site. 28. Essential Utilities and Services: All essential utilities are available to the subject property. Police services are available in Kailua-Kona and fire services are available in Captain Cook. AGENCY COMMENTS 29. Department of Public Works- Engineering Division: P.D. Exhibit 2—August 10, 2020 memo 30. Fire Department: P.D. Exhibit 3—August 10,2020 letter 31. Department of Land and Natural Resources—Engineering Division: P.D. Exhibit 4 August 5, 2020 memo 32. Department of Land and Natural Resources—Division of Forestry and Wildlife: P.D. Exhibit 5—August 12, 2020 memo 33. State Department of Health: P.D. Exhibit 6—August 6,2020 memo 34. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: P.D. Exhibit 7—August 17,2020 letter AGENCY-NO COMMENTS/CONCERNS 35. Department of Environmental Management, Police Department, Department of Land and Natural Resources- Land Division. AGENCY-NO RESPONSE 36. County Civil Defense Agency. PUBLIC COMMENTS 37. No public comments have been received as of the date of this writing. COH PLANNING DEPT JUL 10 2020 m8:2? CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 liVI CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553 PROFE591ONAL5 WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Tuesday, June 30, 2020 TO: Hawai'i County, Planning Department FROM: Shamaury Myrick-Tower Engineering Professionals SUBJECT: Use Permit Application SITE NAME: Kealakekua HI15466 - 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua, HI 96750 Tower Engineering Professionals is submitting this Use Permit Application on behalf of SBA Towers to request that Hawai'i County allow the replacement of an existing 326-foot tower with a new 260-foot tower along with the appurtenant equipment and related improvements on 45-foot by 45-foot area 2,025 sq-foot) of parcel 381001026 (3.585-acres), the same parcel as the existing tower. Please feel free to contact me with any questions at (980) 202-5235 or via email. Sincerely, 3-XamaziA,731.4.cdg Shamaury Myrick Program Manager scmyrick@tepgroup.net CIVIL I giEntlICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICESPlanning Exhibit Nationwide Since 1997 COUNTY OF HAWAII CjOuHLPLANNINGA 2N0N2I NoGoI:P2Te PLANNING COMMISSION USE PERMIT APPLICATION Type or legibly print the request,. • o • ation) APPLICANT: SBA Towers'5 LLC ide APPLICANTS SIGNATURE:DATE: /0-d- // ADDRESS: 8051 Congress Ave, Boca Raton, FL 34487 LIST APPLICANTS INTEREST W NOT OWNER: TELEPHONE:(Bus.) Res.) Fax) LANDOWNER(S): SBA Towers V LLC LANDOWNER SIGNATURE(S): DATE: /0-II-/f May by letter) ADDRESS: 8051 Congress Ave, Boca Raton, FL 34487 TAX MAP KEY: 810010260000 STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place REQUESTED USE: Allow the replacement of an existing 326-foot tower with a new 260-foot tower in a different location on 2025-sguare feet of the subject property.5AZONING: A- SIZE OF PROPERTY: AGENT: Shamaury Myrick, Agent- Tower Engineering Professionals Inc. ADDRESS: 10700 Sikes Place, Suite 360, Charlotte, NC 28277 TELEPHONE:(Bus.)(980) 202-5235 Res.)_ Fax) Please indicate to whom original correspondence and copies should be sent. ORIGINAL: Shamaury Myrick- Agent COPIES: Shamaury Myrick-Agent Tower Engineering Professionals Tower Engineering Professionals 10700 Sikes Place, Suite 360 10700 Sikes Place, Suite 360 Charlotte, NC 28277 Charlotte, NC 28277 THIS USE PERMIT APPLICATION MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE FOLLOWING: 1. A filing fee of five hundred dollars($500). (Checks payable to the County Director of Finance) 2. The Original (signed) and twenty (20)copies of the completed application. 3. The Original and twenty (20)copies of the following background information on the subject request: A. Detailed written description of the proposed use, a statement of objectives and reasons for the request, including proposed hours of operation and number of employees/clientele. B. Description of the subject property in sufficient detail to precisely locate the property. Describe existing uses, structures and topography. If portion of property to be used, state use of remainder of property. C. State/County Plans affecting the subject request: State Land Use Boundary designation, General Plan designation,Zoning, Special Management Area and Community Development Plans. D. Surrounding zoning and land uses. E. Flood Insurance Rate Map(FIRM)designation (contact Department of Public Works- Engineering Division). F. Archaeological Resources(one of the following): 1. An archaeological inventory report containing significance assessments, effect determinations, and proposed mitigation commitments. The report should be completed pursuant to State Department of Land and Natural Resources Historic Preservation Division (DLNR-SHPD)rules. 2. A "no effect" letter from the State DLNR Historic Preservation Division. 3. A copy of a letter written by the applicant to the State DLNR Historic Preservation Division requesting a "no effect" letter, including supporting documentation,to which SHPD has not responded after 30 days(SHPD's time limit under their rules). G. Floral and Faunal Resources. H. Description of access(es)to the area(e.g. width, type of surface and condition of roadway). If a private roadway, submit evidence of access rights. I.Traffic impacts- assessment of existing traffic conditions, anticipated increase in traffic and traffic impacts from proposed use(a formal study may be requested by Department of Public Works or Department of Transportation during the review process). J.Availability of utilities: Water, telephone, electricity, sewage disposal. 4. The Original and twenty (20)copies of how the request meets with the following standards: A. The granting of the proposed use shall be consistent with the general purpose of the zoned district, the intent and purpose of the Zoning Code and the County General Plan. B. The granting of the proposed use shall not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor cause substantial adverse impact to the community's character or to surrounding properties. 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 protectiop e r and other related infrastructure. 5. The Original and twenty (20) copies of a scale-drawn plot plan of the property showing property lines; all existing and proposed structures, uses and improvements; and reference points such as roadways, shoreline, etc. 6. One copy of a full-size(2' x 3') scale-drawn plot plan of Item 5 for presentation purposes. 7. A list of the names, addresses and tax map keys of all owners and lessees of record of surrounding properties who are required to receive notice. 8. A certificate of clearance from the Director of Finance that the real property taxes and all other fees relating to the subject parcel(s)have been paid; and there are no outstanding delinquencies. 3 4' COUNTY OF HAWAII PLANNING DEPARTMENT Requirement to Inform Surrounding Property Owners and Lessees of Contested Case Procedure These requirements are prepared in accordance with the Planning Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure, Rule 4, Contested Case Procedure, effective April 19, 2010. Rule 4, Contested Case Procedure affects "all cases where the action of the Commission is the final action of a County official or agency, prior to the opportunity for appeal to Circuit Court, whenever it is required. It shall therefore be followed in all cases where statutes provide for direct appeal from the Commission to Circuit Court." Applications affected by Rule 4 include Special Permits, Shoreline Setback Variances, Special Management Area(SMA)Use Permits and Use Permits. First Notice Within (10)days after the Planning Department or Planning Commission has officially acknowledged receipt of your application,you are required to serve notice of your application on surrounding property owners and lessees of record, in accordance with the Hawai`i County Zoning Code, Section 25 -2 -4. Second Notice Special Permit Applications: You are required to serve a second notice to surrounding owners and lessees of record within ten(10)days after receiving notice from the director of the date of the scheduled hearing but not less than ten(10)days prior to the date of the scheduled hearing. Shoreline Setback r ariance Applications: You are required to serve a second notice within ten 10)days after receiving notice from the director of the date of the scheduled hearing but not less than ten(10)days prior to the date of the scheduled hearing. SMA Use Permit Applications: You are required to serve a second notice within ten (10)days after receiving notice from the director of the date of the scheduled hearing but not less than twenty (20)days prior to the date of the scheduled hearing. Use Permit Applications: You are required to serve a second notice within ten (10)days after receiving notice from the director of the date of the scheduled hearing but not less than ten(10) days prior to the date of the scheduled hearing. Both notices shall include the following information: 1. Name of the applicant; 2. Precise location of the property involved, including tax map key identification, location map and site plan; 3. Nature of the application and the proposed use of the property; 4 i', P 1 1 X 4. Date on which the application was filed with the director or the commission; 5. Inform the landowner and lessee that they have a right to submit a written request for a contested case procedure. Should they seek to intervene as a party, they shall file a written request on the attached form, "Petition for Standing in Contested Case Hearing." You should include this form in both notices to the landowners and lessees. The request shall be filed with the Planning Commission at Aupuni Center, 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3, Hilo, Hawaii 96720; and accompanied by a filing fee of$200 payable to the Director of Finance. The required information shall be submitted no later than seven(7)calendar days, prior to the Commission's first scheduled public hearing to consider the application; 6. Inform the landowner and lessee that should they choose not to submit a written request for a contested case procedure, they may express their support/opposition in writing or by oral testimony at the Planning Commission public hearing to be scheduled; and 7. Planning Department mailing address and phone number should there be any questions. In addition, the second notice shall include the date, time and place that the scheduled public hearing will be held to consider the application. Who Should Be Notified? When the subject property is located within the State Land Use Urban or Rural District, notice shall be served to owners and lessees of record of all lots within three hundred feet(300')of the perimeter boundary of the subject property. When the subject property is located within the State Land Use Agricultural District, notice shall be served to owners and lessees of record of all lots within five hundred feet(500')of the perimeter boundary of the subject property. Except that if the surrounding properties are located within either the State Land Use Urban or Rural District, notice shall be served to owners and lessees of record of all lots within three hundred feet(300')of the perimeter boundary of the subject property. Data available from the Real Property Tax division of the Department of Finance shall be utilized in determining the names and addresses of the affected owners and lessees of record. The applicant shall also provide notice to such other owners and lessees of record when the applicant has actual knowledge of such names or as informed by the Planning Director or Planning Commission. Proof of service for the first notice and second notice shall be submitted to the Planning Director or Planning Commission prior to the date of public hearing. Proof of service may consist of certified mail receipts, affidavits, declarations or the like. The list of names, addresses and tax map keys of those individuals notified and one copy of the first and second notification letter shall also be submitted. Should you have any questions, please contact the Planning Department at 961-8288 or 327- 3510. 5 Updated 8 9 10 I I ACHARLOTTE OFFICE tv10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553 PROFESS ORivas ING WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Planning Department County of Hawai'i Written Statement as part of Application for: USE PERMIT SBA requesting permission to replace existing 326-foot tower with new 260-foot tower Site Address: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place Kealakekua, HI 96750 Tax Map Key: 8-1-001:026 June 26, 2020 Tower Engineering Professionals, Agent for SBA Towers CML GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION SITEACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 1 A CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 o W I R 980.202.5553 NGING PROFESSIONALS WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Table of Contents Title Page Number Section 1 Summary Information 3 Section 2 Introduction (3-A) 4 Section 3 Property Location (3-B) 4 Section 4 State/County Plan Considerations (3-C, 3-D) 5 Section 5 Flood Insurance Designation 5 Section 6 Archaeological Resources (3-F) 6 Section 7 Floral and Faunal Resources (3-G)6 Section 8 Access and Traffic Impacts (3-H, 3-I) 6 Section 9 Utilities (3-J) 6 Section 10 Standards (4-A, B, C)7 Section 11 Telecommunications Towers Attachment Form Questions 7 Section 12 Conclusion and Additional Application Attachments 9 Exhibit 1 Permit Application Letter 10 Exhibit 2 Letter of Authorization 12 Exhibit 3 Real Property Tax Clearance 14 Exhibit 4 Site Plan (8 1/2 x 11) 16 Exhibit 5 Tower Elevation Plan (8 1/2 x 11) 18 Exhibit 6 South Kona Zone Map, Section 25-8-4 20 Exhibit 7 Flood Insurance and Hazard Maps 22 Exhibit 8 DLNR No Objections Memorandum 27 Exhibit 9 DLNR-SHPD No Response Email 30 Exhibit 10 Floral and Faunal Resources Memorandum 33 Exhibit 11 Survey of Property (11x17) 35 Exhibit 12 Description and Photos of Access Road 37 Exhibit 13 Propagation and Coverage Maps 39 Exhibit 14 Determination of No Hazard from Federal Aviation Administration 44 Exhibit 15 ASR Registration 1309878 49 Exhibit 16 Radio Frequency Interference Analysis Report 52 Exhibit 17 Sample Notice 1 75 Exhibit 18 Directory of Property Owners 77 Exhibit 19 Construction Drawings for Kealakekua HI15466-A (11x17)79 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 1 J Section 1: Summary Information Applicant: SBA Towers, LLC 8051 Congress Ave Boca Raton, FL 34487 Exhibit 1: Permit Application Letter from SBA Agent: Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. 10700 Sikes Place, Suite 360 Charlotte,NC 28277 Contact: Shamaury Myrick Phone: 980-202-5235 Email: smyrick(a,tepgroup.net Exhibit2: Letter of Authorization from SBA for Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. Landowner: SBA Towers, LLC Exhibit 3: Real Property Tax Clearance certifying real property taxes due to the County of Hawai'i have been paid for the tax year up and including June 30, 2018. Property Profile: Site Address: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place Kealakekua, HI 96750 Tax Map Key: 8-1-001:026 Lot Area: 3.585 Acres State Land Use: Agriculture County Zoning: A-5a Special Management Area: No Flood Zone: N/A Le- 3 Section 2: Introduction (3-A) SBA Towers, LLC (SBA) is requesting approval on a use permit to replace the existing 326-foot tower which is no longer structurally sound on the property located at 81-1006 Nani Kupuna, Kealakekua HI. The zoning of the property is A-5a, Agricultural and the use is a Telecommunication Facility which is allowed with the procurement of a use permit according to the Hawai'i County Zoning Code. A variance was approved on May 13, 1963 for the development of the original 326-foot Broadcast tower. The additional towers located on the property are to remain, and not be altered as part of this project approval request. One such tower received a Special Permit allowing a 145-foot tower with related improvements on a 4,900 square foot portion of the property. This project proposes the removal of existing 326-foot tower to be replaced on the same property with a 260-foot tower on a 2,025 sq-foot portion of the 3.585-acre property. Due to the existing 326-foot tower having several wireless carriers on it, which help to provide E911 coverage to the area, SBA is unable to demolish the existing 326-foot tower until the new 260-foot tower and equipment area is approved and constructed. All access roads and utilities are already located on the property, making this site the least obtrusive option for replacement. Once the new 260-foot tower is constructed, SBA can move the wireless carriers over, which will mean minimum down time and little to no disruption of the E911 service. Since the existing tower cannot be removed until the proposed is operational, SBA must locate the new tower in a different location on the same property. The proposed site is north of the existing 326-foot tower on the same property. Locating the tower in a different place on the same property and not in the exact current footprint is why we are required to apply for the use permit. This tower replacement is vital to the community of Hawai'i County. The approval of this request to construct the new tower and demolish the existing tower, once the 260-foot proposed structure is operational, will ensure E911 coverage will remain in service for the public with minimal interruptions and maintain the cell service provided by the tower's wireless carrier tenants. The project is estimated to require 6 months to complete. SBA will work meticulously to schedule all aspects of the project with respectful regard to surrounding property owners to construct the proposed tower and demolish the existing tower. The new Telecommunication Facility is unmanned and will have no employees or clientele. A once per month maintenance visit is typical but SBA does not anticipate any increased traffic or strain to County public resources. SBA will meet or exceed all Local, State, and Federal Government ordinances and statutes in replacing the existing Telecommunication Facility. Section 3: Property Location (3-B) The subject property in which this Use Permit is being requested is located at Address: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place Kealakekua, Hi. 96750 Coordinates:N 19 31 0.30", W 155 54 57.20" Legal Description: A portion of Lot D. 3.585 AC DES POR RP 1670, being a portion of L.0 Aw. 387, part 4, section 2 to the American Board of Commissioners for foreign missions Certificate Boundaries 79) 4 4 t 1 Directions to the site: From Kalaoa, HI: Take preferred route to HI-l90/HAWAII BELT RD. Turn Left onto Henry St. Turn left onto HI-11/HAWAII BELT RD. Turn right onto HI- 11/HAWAII BELT RD. Turn left onto HAUKAPILA ST. Turn right onto NANI KUPUNA PL. Turn right to stay on NANI KUPUNA PL. Turn left to stay on NANI KUPUNA PL. Site will be on the left. Current Equipment and Proposed use: Currently located on the property is an existing 326' self-support tower, proposed to be replaced on the same parcel, an equipment building that will be removed. A 162' Crown Self- support Tower and equipment to remain and a 152' American Tower Monopole and equipment to remain. Foliage surrounds the towers and equipment. Proposed property use for this project is a Wireless Tower Communication Facility on a 45' x 45' area(2,025-sq foot portion of a 3.585-acre property). s Section 4: State/County Plan Considerations (3-C, 3-D) j The proposed Telecommunication Facility will not adversely affect the State/County Plans. State Land Use designation is Agriculture and County Zoning is A-5a. According to Section 25-4-12 (a) Telecommunication antennas or Towers, "A telecommunication antenna or tower may be permitted in the RS, RD, RM, RCX, RA, FA, A, IA and 0 districts if a use permit is obtained for such use. Where there is an existing telecommunication tower, co-location of additional antenna or equipment will be permitted provided the director has issued plan approval for such use." This application serves as request for use permit to allow replacement of an existing tower that is structurally failing. The General Plan LUPAG map designation is Low Density Urban. The Kona Community Development Plan affects the property. The property is not within the Special Management Area(SMA). The South Kona Zone Map, Exhibit 6, shows the Zoning and Land Uses for the surrounding properties. One neighboring property is zoned RS-15, with all other touching parcels also classified as A-5a. Also represented in the area are A-la, CV-10, CV-7.5, and RS-10 zones. Properties immediately to the North, East and South of the subject property are zoned Agricultural 5-acres (A-5a) and consist of residential and farm uses and vacant property. The properties immediately to the West of the subject property are zoned Single-Family Residential- 15,000 square feet(RS-15) and consist of residential uses. The closest dwellings are situated approximately 130 feet to the North and 77 feet to the South of the subject property. Section 5: Flood Insurance Designation (3-E) The property is in Zone X, an area of minimal Flood Hazard. Please reference Exhibit 7 for visual maps and aids. 3 t 5 Section 6: Archaeological Resources (3-F) Department of Land and Natural Resources, Land Division of the State of Hawaii determined on December 21, 2018 they had no objections to the 'Construction of a proposed 260-ft AGL Replacement Self-Support Communications Tower at 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua, South Kona, Island of Hawaii. See Exhibit 8 for State DLNR Historic Preservation Division "no effect" letter in response to request on behalf of SBA. No response was received DLNR-State Historic Preservation Division (SHPD). Per the FCC's regulations, if the SHPD does not respond within 30 days to the Applicant's determination of"no adverse effect", it is presumed to have concurred with the Applicant's determination. See Exhibit 9 for the email correspondence documenting the review period elapse and response from the FCC. Section 7: Floral and Faunal Resources (3-G) Located on the Property are several species of Floral and Faunal Resources that surround the towers and equipment. Species observed were determined not to be listed as threatened or endangered at the time of inspection. See Exhibit 10 for official statement regarding Floral and Faunal Resources. Section 8: Access and Traffic Impacts (3-H, 3-I) County owned and maintained road, Nani Kupuna Place, leads to the property adjacent to the site. Exhibit 11 shows the easement location allowing the use of the street front property to connect to 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place. The Survey was conducted in 2013 and notes the 40- foot existing easement for road and utility purposes (Liber 11679 Page 73). This site is currently equipped with access road to the existing 326-foot tower,the replacement 260-foot tower would utilize the same access road on site. The asphalt section of the driveway is 12'+wide, and the gravel section of the driveway is 8'-9'±wide, both considered to be in good drivable condition. Exhibit 12 contains photos of the paved and gravel portions of driveway as visual representation. Once construction is complete and the new site is back on air with all service providers transferred, there will be no impact to the existing traffic conditions. There is no anticipated increase in traffic to the proposed area, the tower proposed is an unmanned facility only requiring a monthly maintenance visit. Section 9: Utilities (3-J) The proposed Telecommunication Facility is an unmanned facility, same as the existing facility, and requires no Water or Sewer Connection. Electricity is available and supplied by Hawaii Electric Authority and telephone connection is available and supplied by AT&T, both noted in Exhibit 19 on sheet T-1 of the plans. 6 Section 10: Standards (4-A, B, C) A. The granting of the proposed use shall be consistent with the general purpose of the zoned district, the intent and purpose of the Zoning Code and the County General Plan. The request for approval of the use permit to replace an existing Telecommunication Tower to a different location on the same property due to the structural integrity of the tower, will be consistent with the general purpose of the A-5a zoning district. A zoning district allows Telecommunication Facilities through the approval of a use permit process as per Sec 25-4-12 Telecommunication antennas or towers, of the Hawaii County Zoning Code. The original tower site was granted interim Zoning Variance No.12 on May 13, 1963 to allow the development of the current KKON broadcast Building and tower. B. The Granting of the proposed use shall not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor cause substantial adverse impact to the community's character or to the surrounding properties. Replacing the existing tower would improve the public welfare as the integrity of the current structure is worsening and in need of replacement. The request for approval of this use permit to replace an existing 326' Telecommunication Tower to a different location on the same property, will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare nor cause substantial adverse impact to the community's character or to the surrounding properties. The tower will continue to serve the community with E911 coverage, and the replacement tower height will be lowered from 326'to 260', which will improve on the look and impact to the community. 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. The request for approval of the use permit will not unreasonably burden public agencies to provide roads and streets, sewers, water, drainage, school improvements, police, and fire protection. Due to the fact the tower is existing and access to the site is existing, no additional roads are required, and the existing drainage plan is sufficient for the proposed project. The site is considered an unmanned facility and thus will not have any impact on the Sewers, Water, Schools, police, and fire protection services. Section 11: Telecommunication Towers Attachment Form Questions 1. What is your schematic plan for tower development on the Big Island? Provide a map and written description of these sites.Justify how this particular subject site plays an integral part in this overall plan. Currently, SBA has no future plan for tower development of the Big Island. It is the intent of SBA to replace the existing structurally failing tower while maintaining our coverage goal. The site located at 81-1 106 Nani Kupuna Place is integral for communication coverage of our existing tenants: TMO, Verizon and Pacific Radio Group. Please see Exhibit 1 for official SBA Permit Application Letter, Exhibit 6 for map showing site location, and Exhibit 13 for propagation maps as visual aids. 7 t 1 2. Building plans for the tower,certified by a structural engineer licensed in the State of Hawaii,verifying that the tower,together with initial antennas and other equipment proposed to be installed thereon for co-location,are structurally sound and wind resistant. The existing tower is structurally failing,and SBA aims to replace it with a new tower to be built to the specifications outlined in Exhibit 19,the Construction Drawings for Kealakekua HI 15466- A. The site is designed to meet Federal, State and County building regulations,and construction and operation of the proposed facility will comply with Federal, State,and County rules and requirements. 3. A design plan for the tower and appurtenant structures,including discussion on tower selection and antennas,visual impacts,color, lighting, landscaping and safety. The proposed 260-foot self support telecommunication tower is to be constructed on the same property as the existing 326-foot tower. Once the replacement tower has been completed and is operational,the 326-foot tower will be removed from the site. The proposed tower will be constructed of galvanized steel and accommodate current tenant service providers with allowance for future additional carriers. Design plan/Construction Drawings for the proposed replacement tower are found in Exhibit 19. Sheet C-2 outlines the tower specifics,antenna placement,visual impacts and lighting; C-3 outlines the proposed antenna plans; C-4 outlines fence details. 4. A statement from the applicant that the request complies with the Federal Aviation Administration that the application has not been found to be a hazard to air navigation. The request by SBA Towers to allow the replacement of an existing 326-foot tower with a new 260-foot tower complies with the Federal Aviation Administration and was determined not to be a hazard to air navigation in Aeronautical Study No. 2019-AWP-2856-OW, issued 04/02/2019 and attached as Exhibit 14. As the proposed tower is over 200', Exhibit 5,the elevation plan, shows the light mount locations, reading-proposed LED beacon and tower side lights per FCC and FAA standards"to be on the top and sides of the proposed tower. 5. A statement from the applicant that the request complies with the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission,including requirements on radio frequency emissions,or a statement that no such compliance is necessary. SBA Towers will comply with the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission, including requirements on radio frequency emissions. FCC ASR Registration 1309878 is included as Exhibit 15. 6. A statement from the applicant that the proposed use will not interfere with the County of Hawaii public safety radio system. The proposed use will not interfere with the County of Hawaii public safety radio system. Exhibit 16,the Radio Frequency Interference Analysis Report,concluded that no harmful interference to public safety operations is predicted as a result of the proposed wireless installations. 7. A statement from the applicant that space on the tower for co-location of antennas or attachments will be made available to other providers,if this can be done without substantial interference to the applicant's use of the tower. If you are an infrastructure company,a commitment from a minimum of two service providers shall be identified in the application. The replacement tower will support 3 existing service providers and 1 pending new service provider. Please see Exhibit 1,the Permit Application Letter from SBA, which states that the existing tenants: TMO, Verizon and Pacific Radio Group will be relocated onto the proposed tower with AT&T pending as an additional tenant. 8 8. A statement from the applicant that diligent,but unsuccessful efforts to install or co-locate the applicant's telecommunication antennas on existing towers or feasible antenna support structures have been made. Identify those sites that you have investigated and explain how those sites are inadequate and how the site selected is the least obtrusive. The existing 326-foot tower is structurally failing and will not be a feasible site for additional co- locations or current providers if not replaced. SBA has proposed in this application to replace the existing tower with a smaller 260-foot tower on the same piece of property. This site is the least obtrusive as there is already a tower on it,the surrounding property owners are accustomed to the tower's location and the proposed tower will be smaller,than the structure currently located on Tax Map Key 8-1-001:026 while providing the same or improved coverage with minimal interruption during construction. 9. Provide justification for the height of the proposed tower by including propagation maps for the coverage area at proposed the height and at a lower height if the proposed tower is more than 100-feet tall. If the site involves increasing the height of an existing tower, provide propagation maps to show analysis of signal quality at the existing and proposed height. Please refer to Exhibit 13,propagation maps provided by Verizon. The existing tower stands at 326-feet, and the proposed tower will stand at a lower height of 260-feet. The maps show the signal quality both with and without a telecommunication tower at the proposed property. Site Kealakekua HI15644-A is described as Keauhou Mauka in these propagation maps. 10. Have you met with adjacent landowners and/or community regarding the development? Provide information regarding those meetings. Adjacent landowners were notified via mail of SBA intent to apply for a Use Permit and we have received no complaints directly about the current tower or the proposal to replace it. Exhibit 17 is a sample of the letters that were sent out to all adjacent landowners within a 500-foot radius of the site who will be notified and provided with information on all application updates and public hearing dates as they are scheduled. A list of the property owners within 300' of the property is included in this application as Exhibit 18. Section 12: Conclusion and Additional Application Attachments Approval of this request will allow the continuation of telecommunication coverage and E911 services by SBA Towers to the residents and guests of Hawai'i County. This application and accompanying documentation serves as the official request for Hawai'i County to allow the replacement of an existing 326-foot tower with a new 260-foot tower, along with appurtenant equipment and related improvements on a 2,025 square-foot portion of the 3.585-acre property. 1 CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE, SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553 PROFESSIONALS WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Exhibit 1 : Permit Application Letter 10 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 SBA Communications Corporation 8051 Congress Avenue SB A 113 Boca Raton, FL 33487-1307 T+561.995.7670 F+ 561.995.7626 sbasite.com Permit Application Letter Date: 10/10/2019 RE: Kealakekua—Permit Use Dear County of Hawaii, Please accept this letter as explanation for our permit application. SBA is replacing the existing structurally failing tower,our coverage goal remains the same as the existing. Our existing tenant TMO,Verizon and Pacfic Radio Group will berelocatedontothenewtowerwithAT&T pending as an additional tenant. Currently SBA have no future plan for development of the Big Island. Our plan as the Tower Owner is to replace this existing structurally failing tower. Please contact Greg Hines with any matters concerning construction at either(561)226-9532 or ghines a(7.sbasite.com Thank you, Greg Hines Title: Const. Project Manager CHARLOTTE OFFICEau 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 T O W E R FFEG980. 202.5553 RIN PROSs ONiAWWW.TEPGROUP.NET Exhibit 2: Letter of Authorization 12 CML I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 SBA Communications Corporation 8051 Congress Avenue S B Boca Raton, FL 33487-1307111T+561.995.7670 F+561.995.7626 sbasite.com Letter of Authorization Date:Friday,June 26, 2020 Hawai`i County, Planning Department 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3 Hilo, HI 96720 Site Name: Kealakekua I HI5466-A Site Location: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua,HI 96750 Jurisdiction: Hawaii County Subject: Use Permit Application for Tower Replacement Dear Sir/Madam: Please accept this letter as authorization by SBA Towers V, LLC for Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. to apply and sign for all required permits for the above referenced location. Sincerely, Greg f- nres 9,:49 geged Name: Greg Hines Title: Project Manager II, Construction Company:SBA Communication Corp. Phone: 561-226-9532 13 CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360411 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 O w E a 980.202.5553 PROFESSIONALS W W W.TEPG ROU P.N ET Exhibit 3: Real Property Tax Clearance I4 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 1 HARRY KIM jY OF _ DEANNA S.SAKO MAYOR FINANCE DIRECTOR t:S :• f t NANCY CRAWFORD Jwiewt DEPUTY DIRECTOR COUNTY OF HAWAII Department of Finance - Real Property Tax Aupuni Center, 101 Pauahi Street,Suite 41 Hilo Hawaii 96720-42241 Fax(808)961-4224 Appraisers(808)961-8354 Clerical(808)961-82011 Collections(808)961-8282 West Hawai'i Civic Center j 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Hwy 1 Bldg D 2nd Floor l Kailua Kona,Hawai'i 96740 Fax(808)327-35381 Appraisers(808)323-4881 1 Clerical(808)323-4880 REAL PROPERTY TAX CLEARANCE Date: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 TMK: (3)8-1-001-026-0000 Sba Towers V LIc This is to certify that the real property taxes due to the County of Hawai'i on the parcel listed above have been paid for the tax year up to and including June 30, 2018. 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TMK NO: 3)8-1-001:026 j Zone AE:BFE determined. WATERSHED: WAIAHA PARCEL ADDRESS: 81-1106 NANI KUPUNA PLACE Zone AH:Flood depths of 1 to 3 feet(usually areas of ponding); BFE determined.KEALAKEKUA,HI 96750 Zone AO: Flood depths of 1 to 3 feet(usually sheet flow onFloodHazardInformationslopingterrain);average depths determined. FIRM INDEX DATE: SEPTEMBER 29,2017 Zone V.Coastal flood zone with velocity hazard(wave action); LETTER OF MAP CHANGE(S):NONE no BFE determined. FEMA FIRM PANEL: 1551660968F Zone VE:Coastal flood zone with velocity hazard(wave action); BFE determined. PANEL EFFECTIVE DATE: SEPTEMBER 29,2017 Zone AEF- Floodway areas in Zone AE. The floodway is the channel of stream plus any adjacent floodplain areas that must be kept free of encroachment so that the 1%annual chance flood can be carried without increasing the BFE. NON-SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREA-An area in a low-to-moderate risk THIS PROPERTY IS WITHIN A TSUNAMI EVACUTION ZONE: NO flood zone.No mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements apply, FOR MORE INFO,VISIT:http://www.scd.hawaii.gov/ but coverage is available in participating communities. THIS PROPERTY IS WITHIN A DAM EVACUATION ZONE: NO Zone X5(X shaded):Areas of 0.2%annual chance flood;areas ofFORMOREINFO,VISIT:http://dlnreng.hawaii.gov/dam/ 1%annual chance flood with average depths of less than 1 foot or with drainage areas less than 1 square mile; and areas protected by levees from 1%annual chance flood. Zone X:Areas determined to be outside the 0.2%annual chance0200400ftfloodplain. Disclaimer:The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources(DLNR)assumes no responsibility arising from the use,accuracy,completeness,and timeliness of any information contained in this report. 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Attn: Mr. Ryan C.Ward via email: rcward(a tepgroup.net Environmental Project Lead 326 Tyron Road Raleigh, NC 27603-3530 Dear Mr.Ward: SUBJECT: Construction of a Proposed 260-ft AGL Replacement Self-Support Communications Tower—Kealakekua HI15466-A located at 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua, South Kona, Island of Hawaii; TMK: (3)8-1-001:026 on behalf of SBA Communications Corporation Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the subject matter. The Land Division of the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) distributed or made available a copy of your request pertaining to the subject matter to DLNR's Divisions for their review and comments. At this time, enclosed are comments from the Land Division — Hawaii District on the subject matter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to call Darlene Nakamura at 808)587-0417. Thank you. Sincerely, Russell Y.Tsuji Land Administrator Enclosure cc: Central Files 28 55tlgqt RECEIVED 6 O F hq- SUZANNE D.CASE DAVID Y.IGE E(1r+(/[4 . %935 CHAIRPERSON GOVERNOR OF HAWAII t V F!I(,,, g i a} s' BOARD OFLAND ANDNA-URALRESOURCES COMMISSION ON WATER RESOURCENODIVISIONAl;MANAGEMENT co,nd andNar 2Q(9 JAM 7 AM to 56 t A Aft STATE OF HAWAII SAT'JO l NT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES STATEl` OF H LAND DIVISION AWA tl POST OFFICE BOX 621 HONOLULU,HAWAII 96809 ro December 21, 2018 corr MEMORANDUM TO: DLNR Agencies: Div. of Aquatic Resources Div. of Boating &Ocean Recreation w X Engineering Division X Div. of Forestry&Wildlife Div. of State Parks X Commission on Water Resource Management Office of Conservation & Coastal Lands X Land Division—Hawaii District X Historic Preservation FROM: Russell Y. Tsuji, Land Administrator SUBJECT: Construction of a Proposed 260-ft AGL Replacement Self-Support Communications Tower—Kealakekua HI15466-A LOCATION: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua, South Kona, Island of Hawaii; TMK: (3) 8-1-001:026 APPLICANT:Tower Engineering Professionals on behalf of SBA Communications Corporation Transmitted for your review and comment is information on the above-referenced subject matter. We would appreciate your comments by January 15,2019. If no response is received by this date, we will assume your agency has no comments. If you have any questions about this request, please contact Darlene Nakamura at 587-0417. Thank you. 147We have no objections. We have no comments. Comments are attached. Signed:. Print Name: (;--' OA) C—. Date: 3— Attachments 29 cc: Central Files 1 I g1) CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE, SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 T O W E R 980.202.5553 ENINPROFESSIONALS W W W.TE PG ROU P.N ET Exhibit 9: Email Correspondence Documenting No Response from DLNR-State Historic Preservation Division 10 CML GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 Ryan C. Ward r I From: Jill Springer <Jill.Springer@fcc.gov> Sent: Wednesday, March 6, 2019 3:48 PM To: Ryan Malek Cc: TCNShelp; Ryan C.Ward Subject: RE: Section 106 Expiration of SHPO Review Period (No Adverse Effect Determination) See the NPA Section VII C 2: If the SHPO/THPO does not provide written notice to the Applicant that it agrees or disagrees with the Applicant's determination of no adverse effect within thirty days following its receipt of a complete Submission Packet, the SHPO/THPO is presumed to have concurred with the Applicant's determination. The Applicant shall,pursuant to procedures to be promulgated by the Commission, forward a copy of its Submission Packet to the Commission, together with all correspondence with the SHPO/THPO and any comments or objections received from the public, and advise the SHPO/THPO accordingly. The Section 106 process shall then be complete unless the Commission notifies the Applicant otherwise within 15 days after the Commission receives the Submission Packet and accompanying material electronically or 25 days after the Commission receives this material by other means. Jill A. Springer Federal Preservation Officer Competition and Infrastructure Policy Division Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Federal Communications Commission 445 12th Street, SW Washington, DC 20554 202.418.1345(o) 202.763.8221 (m) jill.sprinaer(a)fcc.Qov From: Ryan Malek<rmalek@tepgroup.net> Sent: Friday, February 15,2019 12:44 PM To:Jill Springer<Jill.Springer@fcc.gov> Cc:TCNShelp<TCNShelp@fcc.gov>; Ryan C. Ward<rcward@tepgroup.net> Subject: RE:Section 106 Expiration of SHPO Review Period (No Adverse Effect Determination) Good afternoon, I wanted to follow up on this to make sure it was received and that our action items are complete thus far with regards to getting this site on the FCC's radar to get closed out. Please advise. Thanks! Ryan A. Malek Environmental Division Manager Tower Engineering Professionals,Inc. (www.tepgroup.net) 326 Tryon Road I Raleigh, NC 27603-35301 Office: (919) 661-6351 Ext. 53251 Fax: (919)661-63501 Mobile: (919)332- 1917 From: Ryan Malek Sent:Thursday, February 7, 2019 4:35 PM To: 'Jill Springer'<Jill.Springer[a fcc.gov> Cc:TCNShelp<TCNShelp@fcc.gov>; Ryan C.Ward<rcward@tepgroup.net> Subject:Section 106 Expiration of SHPO Review Period (No Adverse Effect Determination) 31 Good afternoon Jill, We received an email yesterday stating that the SHPO 30-day review period has elapsed for e106 filing number 0008468128,TCNS#176148 and per Section VII, C.2 of the National Programmatic Agreement(NPA)we must submit projects with a determination of"No Adverse Effect"to the Commission for resolution if there has been no response from the SHPO. I spoke the Sean Naleimaile of the HI SHPO to gauge when they may be able to complete the review of this project,who expressed that they are currently still working through projects from October of 2018 and that they likely will be unable to review the project any time soon,given that it was submitted in December. The proposed project was submitted on December 12,2018, and is in Kealakekua, HI.We received concurrence from The Office of Hawaiian Affairs on January 14,2019 which has been uploaded to the E106 system as well. No comments have been received to date from the public notice. Thanks and please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns—or if you require any additional information. The FCC Form 620 and attachments was uploaded to the e106 filing. Best regards, Ryan A. Malek Environmental Division Manager I Tower Engineering Professionals,Inc. (www.tepgroup.net) 326 Tryon Road I Raleigh, NC 27603-35301 Office: (919)661-6351 Ext. 5325 Fax: (919)661-63501 Mobile: (919)332- 1917 A I 9 g6 t 2 32 I h CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 T O W E R 980.202.5553 PROFESSIONALS W W W.TEPGROUP.N ET Exhibit 10: Floral and Faunal Resources Memorandum 33 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 I a 1 441 1 F TOWER ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS April 9, 2018 Re: Floral and Faunal Resources of the Proposed 320-ft Self-Support Communications Tower Site Hawaii County,HI SBA Towers V, LLC: Kealakekua(H115466-A) To whom it may concern, Review of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) Official Species List for the proposed action area, Reference Number: 01 EPIF00-2018-SL-0225 -dated March 6, 2018) indicated the possible presence of five(5) federally listed endangered terrestrial species in the proposed project area: Hawaiian hoary bat (Lasiurus cinereus semotus),Hawaiian hawk(Buteo solitarius),Nene(Branta(=Nesochen)sandvicensis), Hawaiian petrel Pterodroma sandwichensis), and Band-rumped storm-petrel (Oceanodroma Castro); and one (1)federally listed threatened terrestrial species: Newell's shearwater (PujJinus auricularis newelli). There were no listed threatened or endangered floral resources identified by the USFWS. At the time of TEP's inspection of the site on January 24, 2018, floral resources in the vicinity of the proposed action area consisted of: ti plant (Cordyline fruticosa), swiss cheese pant (Monstera deliciosa), cook pine Araucania columnaris), lace fern (Microlepia strigosa), Cuban royal palm (Roystonea regia), strawberry guava Psidium cattleyanum), and common guava (Psidium guajava). No threatened or endangered species were observed on the property at the time of inspection. Sincerely, Ryan A. Malek Environmental Division Manager Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. jSg5gt 34 326 Tryon Road, Raleigh, NC 27603 O) 919.661.6351 F) 919.661.6350 rmalek@tepgroup.net A CHARLOTTE OFFICE v 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 4% CHARLOTTE, NC 28277ytrTOWER980.202.5553 ssoRNas WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Exhibit 11 : Survey of Property (11 x 1 7) 9F3iyf ss 35 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 3;' G VICINITY MAP OVERALI SITF Proposed new tower location. Building to be removed, I N R L K f i v j NIAR&EMENT S AS—BUILT MAP SHOWING A POPTION OF LOT D i Being a Portion of L. C. Aw. 387, Part 4, Seatian 2 33 i to the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions F Certificate Boundaries 79) 1. At HaleAii, South Kana i Is!and and County of Hawaii, State of Hawaii 1 I u 1 i 1 I i t a F g2 1 t f 36 t 1 i i CHARLOTTE OFFICEal 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360gtCHARLOTTE, NC 28277 T O W E R 980.202.5553 PROFE5SI0 RNALS WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Exhibit 12: Description and Photos of Access Road y2ge 33 37 CML I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 11 ll A' z% TOWER ENGINERIENG PROFE99IONALS April 12,2018 Re: Description of Access ofthe Proposed 320-ft Self-Support Communications Tower Site Hawaii County,HI SBA Towers V, LLC:Kealakekua(11I15466-A) To whom it may concern, The existing access to the proposed telecommunications tower and fenced compound consists of a paved section of driveway and a gravel section of driveway. The paved(asphalt)section of the driveway is 12'±wide,and has minor cracks and debris. It is in good drivable condition. The gravel section of the driveway is 8'-9'±wide and is also in good drivable condition. ow- Sincerely, Jeremy K. Wooster, P.E. Project Lead Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. 3s 326 Tryon Road, Raleigh,NC 27603 0)919.661.6351 F)919.661.6350 rmalek@a,tepgroup.net i.. t 8 • , E.' coctcor- 0 0, r- ,ca v iii R 40 CU- cn Ur Z CM -0E •=r A E 7:U •,,. P is U at 5 CD2 7-0 Cl., 4111P c• 0 ata) U Er2 7 a cu7) u > at 5 co at a,cuz 1'57_ E CO cm >C c f, • C)1 4Il v NO, 0 itt ir' 1..7... LEI r) 0CV 7ro I. . I- f ft • 1 . CD T. 1:„..,7. 1. , I• •• I . jill, i.41 _/... ,'•••1:. Th. I. 4 I. ,4„. .....',... o?„.... P• 5.''' 11.6".' '1' '''' ' 4.1.-: ..' 1 It 77 -Ob 1r ''':" ek, ...: ". t..... • ' ir, k.-,.:"' 43" . .-2.• - y#..• - •,• , f ) •... ift 40: ''.-• J. r. ' g .. . v.,,4 r•1111, ift - 14* co 5(, , .z.,..- .• ,, • . s, AmPf. cu -1. v .. 0• ' Y. WI# ttl• sCl2 ask ces ._ ,.. co g zt g o z-,.; i a 2 s- a_ O u...1 O gI-- . z -. 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N i 00 CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE, SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277111.770 W E R 980202.5553 PROFEGsisoNaNs WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Exhibit 14: Determination of No Hazard from Federal Aviation Administration 44 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 t Mail Processing Center Aeronautical Study No. Federal Aviation Administration 2019-AWP-2856-OE J Southwest Regional Office Obstruction Evaluation Group 10101 Hiliwood Parkway Fort Worth, TX 76177 Issued Date: 04/02/2019 Clinton Papenfuss SBA Towers 8051 Congress Avenue Boca Raton, FL 33487-1310 DETERMINATION OF NO HAZARD TO AIR NAVIGATION ** The Federal Aviation Administration has conducted an aeronautical study under the provisions of 49 U.S.C., Section 44718 and if applicable Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 77, concerning: Structure: Antenna Tower HI 15466-A Replacement Location: Kealakekua, HI Latitude:19-31-02.40N NAD 83 Longitude: 155-54-54.75W Heights: 1752 feet site elevation(SE) 265 feet above ground level (AGL) 2017 feet above mean sea level (AMSL) a This aeronautical study revealed that the structure does not exceed obstruction standards and would not be a hazard to air navigation provided the following condition(s), if any, is(are)met: As a condition to this Determination,the structure is to be marked/lighted in accordance with FAA Advisory circular 70/7460-1 L Change 2, Obstruction Marking and Lighting, a med-dual system - Chapters 4,8(M- Dual),&12. Any failure or malfunction that lasts more than thirty(30) minutes and affects a top light or flashing obstruction light, regardless of its position, should be reported immediately to (877) 487-6867 so a Notice to Airmen NOTAM) can be issued. As soon as the normal operation is restored, notify the same number. This determination is based, in part, on the foregoing description which includes specific coordinates, heights, frequency(ies)and power. Any changes in coordinates, heights, and frequencies or use of greater power, except those frequencies specified in the Colo Void Clause Coalition; Antenna System Co-Location; Voluntary Best Practices, effective 21 Nov 2007, will void this determination. Any future construction or alteration, including increase to heights, power, or the addition of other transmitters, requires separate notice to the FAA.This determination includes all previously filed frequencies and power for this structure. If construction or alteration is dismantled or destroyed,you must submit notice to the FAA within 5 days after the construction or alteration is dismantled or destroyed. 45 Page 1 of 4 F 4 4Tbis determination does include temporary construction equipment such as cranes, derricks, etc., which may be used during actual construction of the structure. However, this equipment shall not exceed the overall heights as indicated above. Equipment which has a height greater than the studied structure requires separate notice to the FAA. This determination concerns the effect of this structure on the safe and efficient use of navigable airspace by aircraft and does not relieve the sponsor of compliance responsibilities relating to any law, ordinance, or regulation of any Federal, State, or local government body. A copy of this determination will be forwarded to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) because the structure is subject to their licensing authority. If we can be of further assistance,please contact our office at (424) 405-7642, or ladonna.james@faa.gov. On any future correspondence concerning this matter, please refer to Aeronautical Study Number 2019-AWP-2856- OE. Signature Control No: 399463968-401311100 DNE ) LaDonna James Technician Attachment(s) Frequency Data Map(s) cc: FCC 46 Page 2 of4 4 4 , Frequency Data for ASN 2019-AWP-2856-OE LOW HIGH FREQUENCY ERP FREQUENCY FREQUENCY UNIT ERP UNIT 6 7 GHz 55 dBW 6 7 GHz 42 dBW 10 11.7 GHz 55 dBW 10 11.7 GHz 42 dBW a 17.7 19.7 GHz 55 dBW 17.7 19.7 GHz 42 dBW 21.2 23.6 GHz 55 dBW 21.2 23.6 GHz 42 dBW 614 698 MHz 1000 W 614 698 MHz 2000 W 698 806 MHz 1000 W 806 901 MHz 500 W 806 824 MHz 500 W 824 849 MHz 500 W 851 866 MHz 500 W 869 894 MHz 500 W 896 901 MHz 500 W 901 902 MHz 7 W 929 932 MHz 3500 W 930 931 MHz 3500 W 931 932 MHz 3500 W 932 932.5 MHz 17 dBW 935 940 MHz 1000 W 940 941 MHz 3 500 W 1670 1675 MHz 500 W 1710 1755 MHz 500 W 1850 1910 MHz 1640 W 1850 1990 MHz 1640 W 1930 1990 MHz 1640 W 1990 2025 MHz 500 W 2110 2200 MHz 500 W 2305 2360 MHz 2000 W 2305 2310 MHz 2000 W 2345 2360 MHz 2000 W 2496 2690 MHz 500 W i 47 Page 3 of 4 Verified Map for ASN 2019-AWP-2856-OE T - `,.: ' -';771. '; • 1I. 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Cern et •.4' Ili 1 Tank • 1 •• 6.1, 1.,,e'r • I L \ I I I I 48 Page 4 of 4 1 3 I I AV CHARLOTTE OFFICE N 10700 SIKES PLACE, SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553 PROFESSIONALS W WW.TEPG ROU P.N ET 1 1 Exhibit 15: ASR Registration 1309878 t s j k t 49 CML I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 ASR Registration Search Registration 1309878 Map Registration Reg Number 1309878 Status Granted File Number A1133462 Constructed EMI No Dismantled NEPA Structure Type LTOWER- Lattice Tower Location (in NAD83 Coordinates) Lat/Long 19-31-02.4 N 155-54-54.8 W Address 81-1106 Nani Kupuna (HI15466-A) City, State Kealakekua , HI Zip 96750 County HAWAII Center of AM Array Position of Tower in Array Heights (meters) Elevation of Site Above Mean Sea Level Overall Height Above Ground (AGL) 534.0 80.8 Overall Height Above Mean Sea Level Overall Height Above Ground w/o Appurtenances 614.8 79.2 Painting and Lighting Specifications FAA Chapters 4, 8, 12 Paint and Light in Accordance with FAA Circular Number 70/7460-1L FAA Notification FAA Study 2019-AWP-2856-OE FAA Issue Date 04/02/2019 FRN 0022439178 Owner Entity Type Limited Liability Company Owner SBA Towers V, LLC P: (561)995-7670 Attention To: Edward G. Roach F: 8051 Congress Avenue E: ERoach@sbasite.com Boca Raton , FL 33487 Contact Attention To: Edward G. Roach P: (561)995-7670 8051 Congress Avenue F: Boca Raton , FL 33487 E: ERoach@sbasite.com Status Granted Received 04/03/2019 Purpose Replacement Entered 04/03/2019 Mode Interactive 04/03/2019 A1133462 - Replacement (RE) Comments None Su Date Event s 1 04/07/2020 Construction Reminder Letter Sent 04/04/2019 Registration Printed 04/03/2019 Replacement Received 04/07/2020 Construction Reminder, Reference 1092206 04/04/2019 Authorization, Reference S I d f 51 pfi 4 4 I 4 CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553 PROFESSIDRING NMS WWW.TEPGROUP.NET Exhibit 16: Radio Frequency Interference Analysis Report 3 j 5 j 5#{ P 3, 52 CML I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE ANALYSIS REPORT Kealakelua June 3, 2019 No harmful interference to public safety operations is predicted as a result of the proposed wireless installations on this structure MI WATERFORD COM•LI*ACI..IIOM START TO{ILIAL Prepared By: Waterford Consultants LLC 7430 New Technology Way, Suite 150 Frederick, MD 21703 0+`"OFLr+ 703) 596-1022 Engineer: Steve Baier-Anderson, P.E.r x ri DON Lic. No.0402025832 wi O E jo I4&NAL E 1 I Table of Contents 1.0 Executive Summary 1 2.0 Site Description 2 2.1 Communications Systems 2 2.2 Antenna Systems 2 3.0 Transmitter Frequencies 4 4.0 Receiver Frequencies 5 5.0 Transmitter Noise Analysis 6 6.0 Receiver Desensitization Analysis 8 7.0 Intermodulation Interference Analysis 10 7.1 Transmitter Generated Intermodulation Analysis 11 7.2 Receiver Generated Intermodulation Analysis 13 8.0 Transmitter Harmonic Output Interference Analysis 14 9.0 Transmitter Spurious Output Interference Analysis 15 10.0 Interference Power Level Summing Analysis 16 54 Kealakelua 1.0 Executive Summary This report presents a radio frequency interference (RFI) analysis which was performed on the Kealakelua site. The RFI analysis consists of transmitter noise, receiver desensitization, intermodulation, harmonic and transmitter spurious output interference. The report consists of Sections that provide details of the communications site, antenna systems, operational frequencies and each interference analysis mode. A summary of the interference analysis results is depicted in the following Table. Interference Analysis Mode Type Status Summary Worst-Case Mix Margin (dB) Transmitter Noise N/A Passed No Interference was predicted 75 Receiver Desensitization N/A Passed No Interference was predicted 91.3 Transmitter Intermodulation 1 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Transmitter Intermodulation 2 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Transmitter Intermodulation 3 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Transmitter Intermodulation 4 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Transmitter Intermodulation 5 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Receiver Intermodulation 1 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Receiver Intermodulation 2 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Receiver Intermodulation 3 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Receiver Intermodulation 4 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Receiver Intermodulation 5 Tx Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Transmitter Harmonics N/A Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Transmitter Spurious Output N/A Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Interference Level Summing-C/(I+N) N/A Passed No Interference was predicted N/A Wideband IM Spectral Analysis N/A N/A No Analysis performed N/A The analysis was performed with the setup options depicted in the Table below. Analysis Description Receiver Performance Receiver Sensitivity Threshold Receiver Bandwidth Receiver Dependent Antenna Patterns Considered Yes Measured Antenna Isolation Data No Filters/Multicouplers Considered Yes Number of Simultaneous Transmitters Mixed 5 Highest Intermodulation Order Tested 7 Condense Intermodulation Hit Quantity Yes- 100000/Order TX IM Bandwidth Multiplication Yes Tx/Rx Systems Excluded None Site File Name Kealakelua.dta Report File Name Kealakelua.docx WirelessSiteRFl Software Version 10.0.9 55 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 1 3 j Kealakelua 2.0 Site Description The communication systems located at this site are described in this section as well as the configuration of the antenna systems. The site parameters are: Site Name: Kealakelua Site Description: Monopole Address: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakelua, HI Latitude:19:31:2.23N Longitude: 155:54:53.96W Notes: This analysis is based on the proposed installations (Systems 1-7 below) and existing wireless operations in the vicinity of this SBA Communications Corporation site. 2.1 Communications Systems System Provider Technology Frequency Band 1 T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz LTE 1710- 1990 MHz- PCS 2 T-Mobile AWS C LTE LTE 1710-2155 MHz-AWS 3 T-Mobile AWS E LTE LTE 1710-2155 MHz-AWS 4 T-Mobile AWS F LTE LTE 1710-2155 MHz-AWS 5 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE LTE 746-806 MHz-700 MHz Band 6 Verizon Cellular B LTE LTE 806-896 MHz- Land Mobile 7 Verizon AWS B LTE LTE 1710-2155 MHz-AWS 8 Hawaii Water KNGE242 FM Land Mobile 150- 174 MHz- Land Mobile 9 Hawaii Civil Defense KLG563 FM Land Mobile 150- 174 MHz- Land Mobile 10 Hawaii Civil Defense KCB70 FM Land Mobile 150- 174 MHz- Land Mobile 11 Kona Hospital WP0B965 FM Land Mobile 420-470 MHz- Land Mobile 12 Hawaii KVC491 FM Land Mobile 150- 174 MHz- Land Mobile 2.2 Antenna Systems Ant Mfg Antenna Model Gain Hgt Orient Sec- Ant Transmission Line Line dBd) (ft) (deg) tor Use Line Type Loss Length 100) (ft) 1 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 180 A Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 1900 2 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 250 B Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 1900 3 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 330 C Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 1900 4 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 180 A Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT_2100 56 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 2 Kealakelua 5 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 250 B Dplx 1/2 in. Foam 0.5 10 s R2M OODT 2100 6 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 330 C Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 2100 7 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 180 A Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R R2M OODT 2100 8 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 250 B Dplx 1/2 in. Foam 0.5 10 s R2M OODT 2100 9 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 330 C Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 F R2M OODT 2100 10 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 180 A Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 2100 11 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 250 B Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 2100 12 Andrew TMBXX-6517- 16.6 250 330 C Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 R2M OODT 2100 13 Amphenol BXA-70063-8CF-EDIN-0- 15.5 220 180 A Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 750 14 Amphenol BXA-70063-8CF-EDIN-0- 15.5 220 260 B Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 750 15 Amphenol BXA-70063-8CF-EDIN-0- 15.5 220 345 C Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 750 16 Amphenol BXA-70063-8CF-EDIN-O- 16 220 180 A Dplx 1-5/8 in.Foam 1.2 180 850 17 Amphenol BXA-70063-8CF-EDIN-0- 16 220 260 B Dplx 1-5/8 in. Foam 1.2 180 850 18 Amphenol BXA-70063-8CF-EDIN-0- 16 220 345 C Dplx 1-5/8 in.Foam 1.2 180 850 19 CSS AXP19-60-0 17.1 220 180 A Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 20 CSS AXP19-60-0 17.1 220 260 B Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 21 CSS AXP19-60-0 17.1 220 345 C Dplx 1/2 in.Foam 0.5 10 22 Other Generic Omni 9 59 360 Tx/Rx 7/8 in.Foam 0.45 230 23 Other Generic Omni 9 36 360 Tx/Rx 7/8 in.Foam 0.45 230 24 Other Generic Omni 9 36 360 Tx/Rx 7/8 in.Foam 0.45 230 25 Other Generic Omni 5.25 16 360 Tx/Rx 7/8 in.Foam 1.01 230 26 Other Generic Omni 5.25 52 360 Dplx 7/8 in.Foam 1.01 230 27 Other Generic Omni 9 100 360 Tx/Rx 7/8 in.Foam 0.5 150 57 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 3 11 Kealakelua 3.0 Transmitter Frequencies Freq Ant Provider Model Technology Channel Label ID Frequency Power BW Watts) (KHz) 1 1 T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz Generic Land Mobile TMO-1 A 1937.5000 100 15000 2 2 T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz Generic Land Mobile TMO-1 B 1937.5000 100 15000 3 3 T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz Generic Land Mobile TMO-1 C 1937.5000 100 15000 4 4 T-Mobile AWS C LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-2 D 2132.5000 40 5000 5 5 T-Mobile AWS C LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-2 E 2132.5000 40 5000 6 6 T-Mobile AWS C LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-2 F 2132.5000 40 5000 7 7 T-Mobile AWS E LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-3 G 2142.5000 40 5000 8 8 T-Mobile AWS E LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-3 H 2142.5000 40 5000 9 9 T-Mobile AWS E LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-3 I 2142.5000 40 5000 10 10 T-Mobile AWS F LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-4 J 2150.0000 40 10000 11 11 T-Mobile AWS F LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-4 K 2150.0000 40 10000 12 12 T-Mobile AWS F LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-4 L 2150.0000 40 10000 13 13 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-1 M 751.00000 40 10000 14 14 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-1 N 751.00000 40 10000 15 15 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE Generic , Land Mobile VZ-1 0 751.00000 40 10000 16 16 Verizon Cellular B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-2 P 885.00000 40 10000 17 17 Verizon Cellular B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-2 Q 885.00000 40 10000 18 18 Verizon Cellular B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-2 R 885.00000 40 10000 19 19 Verizon AWS B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-3 S 2125.0000 40 10000 20 20 Verizon AWS B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-3 T 2125.0000 40 10000 21 21 Verizon AWS B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-3 U 2125.0000 40 10000 22 22 Hawaii Water KNGE242 Generic FM Land Mobile H-1 V 153.71000 100 11 23 23 Hawaii Civil Defense KLG563 Generic FM Land Mobile H-2 W 155.11500 75 11 24 24 Hawaii Civil Defense KCB70 Generic FM Land Mobile H-3 X 155.11500 75 11 25 24 Hawaii Civil Defense KCB70 Generic FM Land Mobile H-4 Y 155.86500 75 11 26 25 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-1 Z 461.02500 25 11 27 25 Kona Hospital WP0B965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-2 AA 461.15000 25 11 28 25 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-3 AB 461.30000 25 11 29 26 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-3 AC 451.96250 45 11 30 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-5 AD 153.89000 100 11 31 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-6 AE 153.95000 100 11 32 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-7 AF 154.01000 100 11 33 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-8 AG 154.31000 100 11 la 34 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-9 AH 154.38500 100 11 35 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-10 Al 154.44500 100 11 i i 58 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 4 t,F Kealakelua 4.0 Receiver Frequencies Freq Ant Provider Model Technology Channel Label ID Frequency Sen BW dBm) (KHz) T 111T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz Generic Land Mobile TMO-1 A 1857.5000 -123 15000 2 2 T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz Generic Land Mobile TMO-1 B 1857.5000 -123 15000 3 3 T-Mobile PCS A LTE 15 MHz Generic Land Mobile TMO-1 C 1857.5000 -123 15000 4 4 T-Mobile AWS C LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-2 D 1732.5000 -123 5000 5 5 T-Mobile AWS C LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-2 E 1732.5000 -123 5000 6 6 T-Mobile AWS C LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-2 F 1732.5000 -123 5000 7 7 T-Mobile AWS E LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-3 G 1742.5000 -123 5000 8 8 T-Mobile AWS E LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-3 H 1742.5000 -123 5000 It 9 9 T-Mobile AWS E LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-3 I 1742.5000 -123 5000 10 10 T-Mobile AWS F LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-4 J 1750.0000 -123 10000 11 11 T-Mobile AWS F LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-4 K 1750.0000 -123 10000 12 12 T-Mobile AWS F LTE Generic Land Mobile TMO-4 L 1750.0000 -123 10000 E 13 13 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-1 M 781.00000 -123 10000 14 14 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-1 N 781.00000 -123 10000 r 9 15 15 Verizon 700 MHz Upper C LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-1 0 781.00000 -123 10000 16 16 Verizon Cellular B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-2 P 840.00000 -123 10000 17 17 Verizon Cellular B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-2 Q 840.00000 -123 10000 18 18 Verizon Cellular B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-2 R 840.00000 -123 10000 19 19 Verizon AWS B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-3 S 1725.0000 -123 10000 20 20 Verizon AWS B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-3 T 1725.0000 -123 10000 21 21 Verizon AWS B LTE Generic Land Mobile VZ-3 U 1725.0000 -123 10000 22 22 Hawaii Water KNGE242 Generic FM Land Mobile H-1 V 153.71000 -116 11 a 23 23 Hawaii Civil Defense KLG563 Generic FM Land Mobile H-2 W 155.11500 -116 11 24 24 Hawaii Civil Defense KCB70 Generic FM Land Mobile H-3 X 155.11500 -116 11 25 24 Hawaii Civil Defense KCB70 Generic FM Land Mobile H-4 Y 155.86500 -116 11 26 25 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-1 Z 461.02500 -116 11 27 25 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-2 AA 461.15000 -116 11 t 28 25 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-3 AB 461.30000 -116 11 29 26 Kona Hospital WPOB965 Generic FM Land Mobile Kona-3 AC 456.96250 -116 11 30 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-5 AD 153.89000 -116 11 31 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-6 AE 153.95000 -116 11 z 32 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-7 AF 154.01000 -116 11 33 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-8 AG 154.31000 -116 11 34 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-9 AH 154.38500 -116 11 35 27 Hawaii KVC491 Generic FM Land Mobile H-10 Al 154.44500 -116 11 f i s r i f 59 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 5 E i I Kealakelua i 5.0 Transmitter Noise Analysis Transmitter noise interference occurs because a transmitter radiates energy on its operating frequency as well as frequencies above and below the assigned frequency. The energy that is radiated above and below the assigned frequency is known as sideband noise energy and extends for several megahertz on either side of the operating frequency. This undesired noise energy can fall within the passband of a nearby receiver even if the receivers operating frequency is several hmegaertz away. The transmitter noise appears as on-channelnoise interference and cannot be filtered out at the receiver. It is on the receiver's operating frequency and competes with the desired signal, which in effect, degrades the operational performance. The analysis predicts each transmitter's noise signal level present at the input of each receiver. It takes into account the transmitter's noise characteristicsfrequency separation, power output transmission line losses, filters, duplexers, combiners, isolators, multi-couplers and other RF devices that are present in both systems. Additionally, the analysis considers the antenna separation space loss, horizontal and vertical gain components of the antennas as well as how theyi are mounted on the structure. The gain components are derived from antenna pattern data published by each manufacturer. The analysis determines how much isolation is required, if any, to prevent receiver performance degradation caused by transmitter noise interference. The Table below depicts the results of this analysis. For each receiver, the transmitter that has the worst-case impact is displayed. The Signal Margin represents the margin in dB, before the receivers performance is degraded. A negative number indicates that the performance is degraded and the value indicates how much additional isolation is required to prevent receiver performance degradation. Receiver Receive1 Receive Transmitter Transmit Transmit Attn Aftn Signal Provider Channel Frequency Provider Channel Frequency Required Provided Margin MHz) MHz) dB) dB)dB)i T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1857.5000 T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1937.5000 65.6 153.7 88.1 LTE 15 MHz LTE 15 MHz T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1857.5000 T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1937.5000 ' 65.6 153.7 88.1 LTE 15 MHz LTE 15 MHz T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1857.5000 T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1937.5000 65.6 153.7 88.1 LTE 15 MHz LTE 15 MHz T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 1732.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 2132.5000 61.6 181.2 119.5 C LTE C LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 1732.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 2132.5000 61.6 181.2 119.5 C LTE C LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 1732.5000 1-Mobile AWS TMO-2 .2132.5000 61.6 181.2 119.5 C LTE C LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 1742.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 61.6 171.8 110.2 E LTE F LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 1742.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 2142.5000 61.6 181.5 119.9 E LTE E LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 1742.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 61.6 171.8 110.2 E LTE F LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 1750.0000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 61.6 169.7 108.1 F LTE F LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 1750.0000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 61.6 169.7 108.1 F LTE F LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 1750.0000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 61.6 169.7 108.1 F LTE F LTE 60 WirelessSite-RFI TM Page 6 i 1 Kealakelua Verizon 700 VZ-1 781.00000 Verizon 700 VZ-1 751.00000 65.3 140.3 75 MHz Upper C MHz Upper C LTE LTE Verizon 700 VZ-1 781.00000 Verizon 700 VZ-1 751.00000 65.3 140.3 75 MHz Upper C MHz Upper C LTE LTE Verizon 700 VZ-1 781.00000 Verizon 700 VZ-1 751.00000 65.3 140.3 75 MHz Upper C MHz Upper C LTE LTE Verizon Cellular VZ-2 840.00000 Verizon Cellular VZ-2 885.00000 58.6 171.7 113 B LTE B LTE Verizon Cellular VZ-2 840.00000 Verizon Cellular VZ-2 885.00000 58.6 171.7 113 B LTE B LTE Verizon Cellular VZ-2 840.00000 Verizon Cellular VZ-2 885.00000 58.6 171.7 113 B LTE B LTE Verizon AWS B VZ-3 1725.0000 Verizon AWS B VZ-3 2125.0000 61.6 169 107.4 LTE LTE Verizon AWS B VZ-3 1725.0000 Verizon AWS B VZ-3 2125.0000 61.6 169 107.4 LTE LTE Verizon AWS B VZ-3 1725.0000 Verizon AWS B VZ-3 2125.0000 61.6 169 107.4 LTE LTE No transmitter noise interference problems were predicted. bi WirelessSite-RFITM Page 7 it r Kealakelua 6.0 Receiver Desensitization Analysis i Receiver desensitization interference occurs when an undesired signal from a nearby "off- frequency" transmitter is sufficiently close to a receiver's operating frequency. The signal may get through the RF selectivity of the receiver. If this undesired signal is of sufficient amplitude, the receiver's critical voltage and current levels are altered and the performance of the receiver is degraded at its operating frequency. The gain of the receiver is reduced, thereby reducing the performance of the receiver. A transmitter can be operating several megahertz away from the receiver frequency and/or its antenna can be located several thousand feet from the receiver's antenna and still cause interference. The analysis predicts each transmitter's signal level present at the input of each receiver. It takes into account the transmitter's power output, frequency separation, transmission line losses, filters, duplexers, combiners, isolators, multi-couplers and other RF devices that are present in both systems. Additionally, the analysis considers the antenna separation space loss, horizontal and vertical gain components of the antennas as well as how they are mounted on the structure. The t' gain components are derived from antenna pattern data published by each manufacturer. The analysis determines how much isolation is required, if any, to prevent receiver performance degradation caused by receiver desensitization interference. The Table below depicts the results of this analysis. For each receiver, the transmitter that has the worst-case impact is displayed. The Signal Margin represents the margin in dB, before the receiver's performance is degraded. A negative number indicates that the performance is degraded and the value indicates how much additional isolation is required to prevent receiver performance degradation. Receiver Receive Receive Transmitter Transmit Transmit Attn Attn Signal Provider Channel Frequency Provider Channel Frequency Required Provided Margin MHz) MHz) dB) dB)dB) T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1857.5000 T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1937.5000 30 121.3 91.3 LTE 15 MHz LTE 15 MHz T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1857.5000 T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1937.5000 30 121.3 91.3 i LTE 15 MHz LTE 15 MHz T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1857.5000 T-Mobile PCS A TMO-1 1937.5000 30 121.3 91.3 LTE 15 MHz LTE 15 MHz T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 1732.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 2132.5000 26 181 155 CLTE CLTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 1732.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 2132.5000 26 181 155 CLTE CLTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 1732.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-2 2132.5000 26 181 155 C LTE C LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 1742.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 2142.5000 26 181.3 155.3 E LTE E LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 1742.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 2142.5000 26 181.3 155.3 ELTE ELTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 1742.5000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-3 2142.5000 26 181.3 155.3 E LTE E LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 1750.0000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 26 160.3 134.3 F LTE F LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 1750.0000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 26 160.3 134.3 F LTE F LTE T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 1750.0000 T-Mobile AWS TMO-4 2150.0000 26 160.3 134.3 F LTE F LTE 62 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 8 1. 0 1 Kealakelua Verizon 700 VZ-1 781.00000 Verizon 700 VZ-1 751.00000 29.3 159.3 130 MHz Upper C MHz Upper C LTE LTE Verizon 700 VZ-1 781.00000 Verizon 700 VZ-1 751.00000 29.3 159.3 130 MHz Upper C MHz Upper C LTE LTE Verizon 700 VZ-1 781.00000 Verizon 700 VZ-1 751.00000 29.3 159.3 130 MHz Upper C MHz Upper C LTE LTE Verizon Cellular VZ-2 840.00000 Verizon Cellular VZ-2 885.00000 30.6 171.1 140.5 B LTE B LTE Verizon Cellular VZ-2 840.00000 Verizon Cellular VZ-2 885.00000 30.6 171.1 140.5 B LTE B LTE Verizon Cellular VZ-2 840.00000 Verizon Cellular VZ-2 885.00000 30.6 171.1 140.5 BLTE BLTE Verizon AWS B VZ-3 1725.0000 Verizon AWS B VZ-3 2125.0000 26 160.2 134.2 LTE LTE Verizon AWS B VZ-3 1725.0000 Verizon AWS B VZ-3 2125.0000 26 160.2 134.2 LTE LTE Verizon AWS B VZ-3 1725.0000 Verizon AWS B VZ-3 2125.0000 26 160.2 134.2 LTE LTE No receiver desensitization interference problems were predicted. z i 63 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 9 1* Kealakelua 7.0 Intermodulation Interference Analysis There are three basic categories of Intermodulation (IM) interference. They are receiver produced, transmitter produced, and "other" radiated IM. Transmitter produced IM is the result of one or more transmitters impressing a signal in the non-linear final output stage circuitry of another transmitter, usually via antenna coupling. The IM product frequency is then re-radiated from the transmitters antenna. Receiver produced IM is the result of two or more transmitter signals mixing in a receiver RF amplifier or mixer stage when operating in a non-linear range. Other" radiated IM is the result of transmitter signals mixing in other non-linear junctions. These junctions are usually metallic, such as rusty bolts on a tower, dissimilar metallic junctions, or other non-linear metallic junctions in the area. IM products can also be caused by non-linearity in the transmission system such as antenna, transmission line, or connectors. Communication sites with co-located transmitters, usually have RF coupling between each transmitter and antenna system. This results in the signals of each transmitter entering the nonlinear final output (PA) circuitry of the other transmitters. When intermodulation (IM) products are created in the output circuitry and they fall within the passband of the final amplifier, the IM products are re-radiated and may interfere with receivers at the same site or at other nearby sites. Additionally, these strong transmitter signals may directly enter a receiver and drive the RF amplifier into a nonlinear operation, or if not filtered effectively by the receiver input circuitry, these signals could mix in the nonlinear circuitry of the receiver front-end or mixer, creating IM products directly in the receiver. The frequencies of IM mixing are known as nonlinear distortions. The images below depict how these IM products are derived when passing through a nonlinear junction/system. Nonlinear distortions Nonlinear systani r f f 2f 3f Single-tons case: Generation of harmonics sa u y Nonlinear y system ti it fifz f*f: 2fi2fz Multi-tone case: Generation of TJAPS (witerinodulation products) 64 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 10 fA g Kealakelua fi Nonlinear distortions (contd..) Multi-tons case: Generation of IMPS (int rinoddation products) fl ft fi+fz 2fi 2ft 2ft-ft 2fz-fi 3f:-fz 3fz f; y3f =2+ t t - 13 _-2f; f 2f m+n mfi+nfz Order relevant freqs Order relevantfregs 1 fl,f2 2 2fz. 2fz, fi+ft 3 2fz-fi.2fi-fa aAA3s) 4 3fz-fa. 3f.-ft 5 3f.-2f_ 3f.-2f:{IM53; Not all of the mixing possibilities are significant in creating interference signals. Some fall "out-of- band" of the receiver and the higher order IM products are usually weaker in signal strength. 7.1 Transmitter Generated Intermodulation Analysis Intermodulation in transmitters occurs when a signal from another transmitter is impressed on the nonlinear final output stage circuitry, usually via antenna coupling. The power level of the IM product is determined by the power level of the incoming extraneous signal from another transmitter and by a conversion loss factor. The conversion loss factor takes into account the mixing efficiency of the transmitter's final output stage. Conversion loss differs with transmitter design, adjustment, frequency separation of the source signals, and with the order of the IM product. The analysis calculates all possible IM product frequencies that could potentially interfere with receivers at the communications site based on each receiver's individual bandwidth. It then predicts each IM signal level present at the input of each affected receiver. For each IM frequency, the analysis considers all possible sources of IM generation in the transmitters. For example, if there are four transmitters involve, the analysis will calculate the IM signal level that would be generated in each transmitter. For this example, that would be four possible mixing conditions. The analysis takes into account the transmitter's power output, modulation bandwidth, conversion losses, transmission line losses, filters, duplexers, combiners, isolators, multi-couplers and other RF devices that are present in each system. Additionally, the analysis considers the antenna separation space loss, horizontal and vertical gain components of the antennas as well as how they 65 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 11 3 U 1 Kealakelua are mounted on the structure. The gain components are derived from antenna pattern data published by each manufacturer. The analysis determines how much isolation is required to prevent receiver performance degradation for each IM interference signal that occurs. Receivers experiencing transmitter generated intermodulation interference are depicted in the following Table. Tx 1 Source Tx 2 Source TX 3 Source Tx 4 Source Tx 5 Source Intermod Affected Attn Mix Tx Hit Receiver Need ID Freq ID Freq ID Freq ID Freq ID Freq Freq Ord ID Freq MHz) MHz) MHz) MHz) MHz) (MHz) MHz) None I I l I I I I I I I I I I No transmitter generated intermodulation interference problems were predicted. ti 66 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 12 4 tf , Kealakelua 7.2 Receiver Generated Intermodulation Analysis Within a receiver, when two or more strong off-channel signals enter and mix in the receiver and one of the IM product frequencies created coincides with the receiver operating frequency, potential interference results. This internal IM mixing process takes place in the receiver's RF amplifier when it operates in a nonlinear range and/or in the first mixer, which, of course, has been designed to operate as a nonlinear device. Receivers have a similar conversion loss type factor and receiver performance is commonly described in terms of conversion loss with respect to the 2A - B type products. Here, conversion loss is the ratio of a specified level of A and B to the level of the resulting IM product, when the product is viewed as an equivalent on-channel signal. Receiver conversion loss varies with input levels, AGC action, and product order. The analysis calculates all possible IM product frequencies that could potentially interfere with receivers at the communications site based on each receiver's individual bandwidth. It then predicts each IM signal level present at the input of each affected receiver. For each IM frequency, the analysis considers that the IM signal is generated directly in the receiver. The analysis takes into account the transmitter's power output, modulation bandwidth, conversion losses, transmission line losses, filters, duplexers, combiners, isolators, multi-couplers and other RF devices that are present in each system. Additionally, the analysis considers the antenna separation space loss, horizontal and vertical gain components of the antennas as well as how they are mounted on the structure. The gain components are derived from antenna pattern data published by each manufacturer. The analysis determines how much isolation is required to prevent receiver performance degradation for each IM interference signal that occurs. Receivers experiencing receiver generated intermodulation interference are depicted in the following Table. Tx 1 Source Tx 2 Source TX 3 Source Tx 4 Source Tx 5 Source Intermod Affected Attn Hit Receiver Need ID Freq ID Freq ID Freq ID Freq ID Freq Freq Ord ID Freq MHz) MHz) MHz) MHz) MHz) (MHz) MHz) None I I I I I I I I I I I I I No receiver generated intermodulation interference problems were predicted. 67 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 13 S Kealakelua 8.0 Transmitter Harmonic Output Interference Analysis Transmitter harmonic interference is due to non-linear characteristics in a transmitter. The harmonics are typically created due to frequency multiplers and the non-linear design of the final output stage of the transmitter. If the harmonic signal falls within the passband of a nearby receiver and the signal level is of sufficient amplitude, it can degrade the performance of the receiver. The analysis takes into account the transmitter's harmonic characteristics, output level, transmission line losses, filters, duplexers, combiners, isolators, multi-couplers and other RF devices that are present in each system. Additionally, the analysis considers the antenna separation space loss, horizontal and vertical gain components of the antennas as well as how they are mounted on the structure. The gain components are derived from antenna pattern data published by each manufacturer. The analysis determines how much isolation is required to prevent receiver performance degradation for any harmonics that fall within a receiver's passband. Receivers experiencing transmitter harmonic interference are depicted in the following Table. Transmitter Harmonic Affected Attn Receiver Needed ID Frequency Frequency Order ID Frequency MHz) MHz) MHz) None No transmitter generated harmonic interference problems were predicted. 68 WirelessSite-RFI TM Page 14 i 4. x Kealakelua j 9.0 Transmitter Spurious Output Interference Analysis Transmitter spurious output interference can be attributed to many different factors in a transmitter. The generation of spurious frequencies could be due to non-linear characteristics in a transmitter or possibly the physical placement of components and unwanted coupling. If a spurious signal falls within the passband of a nearby receiver and the signal level is of sufficient amplitude, it can degrade the performance of the receiver. The analysis takes into account a transmitter's spurious output specification, output levels, transmission line losses, filters, duplexers, combiners, isolators, multi-couplers and other RF devices that are present in each system. Additionally, the analysis considers the antenna separation space loss, horizontal and vertical gain components of the antennas as well as how they are mounted on the structure. The gain components are derived from antenna pattern data published by each manufacturer. The analysis determines how much isolation is required to prevent receiver performance degradation for any transmitter spurious signals that fall within a receiver's passband. Receivers experiencing transmitter spurious output interference are depicted in the following Table. Transmitter Affected Receiver Attn Needed ID Frequency ID Frequency(MHz) MHz) None No transmitter generated spurious interference problems were predicted. 69 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 15 r s Kealakelua 10.0 Interference Power Level Summing Analysis This section of the report provides a simulation of Intermodulation (IM) interference, transmitter wideband noise and receiver desensitization interference occurring on each individual receiver when all transmitters at the site are active at the same instance in time. Even though individual interference modes may not be reported in other report sections, this summing analysis represents a worst-case interference scenario. However, the probability of this interference occurrence for an individual receiver could be low since it depends on the utilization of the transmitters involved in the interference generation. The carrier-to-noise C/(I + N) ratio for each receiver is based on the aggregate of interference power levels. A negative C/(I + N) ratio indicates that the performance of the receiver could possibly be degraded by the value shown. The following Table presents this data: Receiver Interference Power Level (dBm) Channel Label Freq (MHz) Tx Noise Rx Desense IM Power Aggregate C/(I+N) TMO-1 1857.5000 211.058 -214.2751 -184.0925 -184.1 61.1 TMO-1 1857.5000 211.0615 -214.2787 -201.2282 -200.6 77.6 i TMO-1 1857.5000 211.0579 -214.2751 -184.0911 -184.1 61.1 TMO-2 1732.5000 242.4592 -277.989 212.5656 -212.6 89.6 TMO-2 1732.5000 242.541 -278.0207 -227.9184 -227.8 104.8 TMO-2 1732.5000 242.5195 -277.9971 -215.5493 -215.5 92.5 TMO-3 1742.5000 232.4404 -274.5184 -185.7448 -185.7 62.7 TMO-3 1742.5000 242.8599 -278.2531 -229.0466 -228.9 105.9 TMO-3 1742.5000 232.4402 -274.5168 -185.7451 -185.7 62.7 TMO-4 1750.0000 228.7222 -253.5959 -185.6371 -185.6 62.6 k. TMO-4 1750.0000 231.0988 -257.3273 -226.554 -225.2 102.2 TMO-4 1750.0000 228.7221 -253.5943 -185.637 -185.6 62.6 VZ-1 781.00000 197.9966 -253.0347 -175.6945 -175.7 52.7 VZ-1 781.00000 197.9975 -253.0355 -180.5757 -180.5 57.5 VZ-1 781.00000 197.997 -253.035 177.0636 -177 54 VZ-2 840.00000 236.0326 -263.4902 -205.6791 -205.7 82.7 f VZ-2 840.00000 236.0348 -263.4924 -207.5395 -207.5 84.5 VZ-2 840.00000 236.0364 -263.494 209.677 -209.7 86.7 VZ-3 1725.0000 230.3377 -257.1559 -203.5233 -203.5 80.5 VZ-3 1725.0000 230.3805 -257.1987 -216.8188 -216.6 93.6 VZ-3 1725.0000 230.3379 -257.1562 -203.5428 -203.5 80.5 H-1 153.71000 322.4225 -322.4 206.4 H-2 155.11500 324.4358 -324.4 208.4 H-3 155.11500 324.4358 -324.4 208.4 H-4 155.86500 325.401 -325.4 209.4 Kona-1 461.02500 327.3116 -327.3 211.3 Kona-2 461.15000 237.2234 -237.2 121.2 Kona-3 461.30000 326.6686 -326.7 210.7 Kona-3 456.96250 354.4426 -354.4 238.4 70 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 16 l i Kealakelua H-5 153.89000 323.3795 -323.4 207.4 H-6 153.95000 322.7961 -322.8 206.8 H-7 154.01000 323.6873 -323.7 207.7 1-1-8 154.31000 323.674 -323.7 207.7 H-9 154.38500 322.0794 -322.1 206.1 H-10 154.44500 320.7896 -320.8 204.8 71 WirelessSite-RFI TM Page 17 t Kealakelua 11.0 Discussion and Recommendations Information regarding existing and proposed equipment, cabling and antennas has been provided by SBA Communications Corporation's representatives. Waterford Consultants, LLC has considered specific frequency information as well as spectrum blocks licensed to licensees listed herein based on FCC database query results. For wireless service providers, Waterford Consultants, LLC has assumed band and technology deployment based on available consumer sources that monitor wireless voice and data providers in specific markets. Typical channel plans have been assumed for this study and these results are limited to the information contained within this report. No site visit was performed for this analysis and the condition of the structure and installed appurtenances as well as nearby environmental factors that could be potential sources of passive intermodulation interference have not been considered. 72 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 18 Kealakelua 12.0 Professional Certification Engineering Statement Re: Potential for Interference to Existing Services At Kealakelua My signature on the cover of this study hereby certifies and affirms: That I am a registered as a Professional Engineer in the jurisdiction indicated; and That I am employed by Waterford Consultants, which provides engineering services to clients in the Radio Communications field; and That I am familiar with the Rules and Regulations and the policies of the Federal Communications Commission both in general and specifically as they apply to the treatment of interference to other services such as may be created by Commission licenses; and That I have examined the technical information supplied by SBA Communications Corporation and their representatives relating to their intention to install antennas, transmitters and associated technical equipment on an existing communication site, on an existing tower/structure, currently identified as the Kealakelua Co-location Study site; and That the technical equipment to be installed by the proposed wireless operators at this site represents the state of the art and that it has been carefully designed to preclude the possibility of interference to other services, including the transmission and reception of broadcast AM, FM, and Television and other communications services, such as police, fire, utility and other public safety and public service facilities as well as private communications installations, such as cordless telephones, and Citizen's Band and Radio Amateur stations; and That the equipment to be installed by the proposed wireless operators at this site, meets or exceeds all Federal Communications Commission emission requirements to avoid interfering with other services and home/business equipment; and That frequency information provided by SBA Communications Corporation concerning proposed installations on this structure has been examined to estimate the potential for interference to existing and proposed operations, resulting from the introduction of the wireless operations; and That this examination involved the computation of intermodulation products, transmitter harmonics, receiver desensitization, and transmitter spurious emissions produced by the combination of frequencies associated with existing services known to currently operate near the Kealakelua Co- 73 WirelessSite-RFI TM Page 19 a Kealakelua location Study site, and these frequencies, which could be used by the proposed wireless operators at the Kealakelua Co-location Study site; and That intermodulation products were computed (as a minimum) for the fundamental (f0), second (2 f0) thru seventh (7 f0) harmonic components of frequencies at this site; and That predicted products were not found to potentially cause intermodulation to the proposed operations or to the other licenses currently operating at the Kealakelua Co-location Study site; and That no additional isolation needs to be provided between antennas in the horizontal and vertical planes, and the attenuation along the nadir and zenith associated with vertical plane radiation patterns; and That after examination the levels of RF energy present at the Kealakelua Co-location Study site, receiver sensitivity will not be degraded by either the existing or proposed operations; and That, if interference were to occur as a result of the commencement of wireless operations at this site, SBA Communications Corporation would be expected to recognize its responsibility to act promptly to take steps necessary to correct the interference, including, but not limited to, filtering and frequency coordination; and In summary, it is stated here that there is not an indication that the installation being proposed by SBA Communications Corporation will create interference to their tenants' operations, or the operations of any of the services including public safety operations currently operating near the Kealakelua Co-location Study site. In the event that interference is identified after installation and is attributable to the proposed wireless equipment, frequency coordination and filtering would be the primary corrective course of action to resolve the problem. 74 WirelessSite-RFITM Page 20 A CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 7 0 W E R 980.202.5553ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS WW W.TEPG ROU P.N ET Exhibit 17: Sample Notice 1 75 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 1 CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553 vRoNGlsoRING WWW.TEPGROUP.NET June 12,2020 Hawaii Housing Authority PO Box 17907 Honolulu, HI 96817-0907 Location Address: 81-1038 Nani Kupuna, Kealakekua, HI 96750-1935 RE: Site Name: Kealakekua Project Site Address: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place,Kealakekua,HI 96750 To Whom It May Concern: You are receiving this notice because SBA Towers(SBA) has submitted a Use Permit Application on a property within 300' of your property in Kealakekua, HI. The application was received on June 3, 2020 by the Hawai'i County Planning Department and filed with the Director of the Planning Commission to replace an existing Wireless Telecommunications Tower. The street address of the property for the project is 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua, HI 96750. SBA intends to replace the existing legacy 320' tower with a newly proposed 260' tower on the same property, referenced above. There is a site plan enclosed with this letter as a visual aid. Existing tenants T-Mobile, Verizon and Pacific Radio Group will be relocated to the new tower with AT&T pending as an additional tenant. The current goal of SBA is to replace the tower while maintaining coverage achieved at the existing tower. To minimize impact and disruption of E911 and public service currently provided,the new tower must be operational prior to the removal of the existing aging tower. A public hearing will be scheduled with the Planning Commission to consider the application submitted by SBA and you will receive a second notice with the date, time, and location. Should you seek to intervene as a party,you must file a written request on the attached form, "Petition for Standing in Contested Case Hearing". Ifyou choose not to submit a written request for a contested case procedure, you may express your support/opposition in writing or by oral testimony at the Planning Commission public hearing. The request shall be filed with the Planning Commission at Aupuni Center, 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3, Hilo, Hawai'i 96720; and accompanied by a filing fee of$200 payable to the director of Finance. The required information shall be submitted no later than seven (7)calendar days, prior to the Commission's first scheduled public hearing to consider the application. If you have any questions,please contact: Hawai'i County Planning Department Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc. 101 Pauahi Street,Suite 3 10700 Sikes Place,Suite 360 Hilo,HI 96720 Charlotte,NC 28277 808-961-8288 980-220-5235(Shamaury Myrick) 76 1 CML I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 s a) CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE, SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 TOWER 980.202.5553ENGINEERING PROFESSIONALS WWW.TEPGROUP.N ET Exhibit 18: Directory of Property Owners 4g4F gL 77 CIVIL I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 Z 4 I Kona Hills LLCHawaiiHousingAuthorityRonaldandMinnieT. Kanai 81-964 Halekii St.PO Box 17907 PO Box 1383 Honolulu, HI 96817-0907 Kealakekua, HI 96750-1935 Bldg 3 Suite A-BKealakekua, HI 96750-8193 David J. and Raquel S. McNeil Viola P. Nazara- Trust Viola P. Nazara-Trust P.O. Box 500 PO Box 1935 PO Box 1935 Kealakekua, HI 96750 Kealakekua, HI 96750-1935 Kealakekua, HI 96750-1935 Patrick G. and Janet F. O'Callaghan- TR. State of Hawaii Martin H. and Tanya R. Storm PO Box 396 State Capitol PO Box 1707 Kealakekua, HI 96750 Honolulu, HI 96813 Kealakekua, HI 96750-1935 Allen H. Tokunaga-Trust PO Box 1482 Kealakekua, HI 96750-1935 78 4 CHARLOTTE OFFICE 10700 SIKES PLACE,SUITE 360 CHARLOTTE, NC 28277 ENGINEERING T O W E R 980.202.5553 PROFESSIONALS W WW.TEPG ROU P.N ET Exhibit 19: Construction Drawings for Kealakekua H115466-A (11x17) E f 79 CML I GEOTECHNICAL I SURVEY I INSPECTION I STRUCTURAL I PM&E I ENVIRONMENTAL I CONSTRUCTION I SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES Nationwide Since 1997 1 1 F,Etm 1 m jjjj i'. Z' :-Y;',',,,:-71!': :•-•' ir.;M 7•f4 , ., 1--) '' • Ir. T •''''' 1 ,,, • . r', , I L ! 'o F ' .,". i ''''! V 0 j F, i. E E-,' 7.: L': '....-.U .';'',Th• I'; 5-`i$i!'“,'-', 40%5.f. _,.4,,,`,“%Ft.;..4_, S 4 2 i, '-, ; • f: F7'. 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IIII MEM, .r, ,;. 1 1 t t.t.t f I', Ir•' t 't.''fi 74 7 tt‘, W zr,T, -7itt r t ri. t".. P.7. ttr 'tt.frtt; i t tIL i It: j M t III t 0 AI 'r I 1 o E I 1„.I 5 , s•-,--,,, , \ i Eral----- E \----- -- -- - --7.--.—..--- 1 E..- Ei.,• EE g• , 4 m ft 7.:t 0 0 Ir e 0.. E •., •,3 / P. Et i A' k. THIS WORK WAS PREPARED SY \ \ .1'. iE 2` --i DETAILS III HI16466-A a ME R.)lef.,...ER MY SUPERVISION \ '412..] / KEALAKEKUA SBA 04/3012022 Ls,i!!‘,/:, , -.„2, -, E-3 6 Sig we Expiration Date of Ihe License E t i i a 1; , Kay, Christian From: Shamaury C. Myrick <scmyrick@tepgroup.net> Sent: Wednesday,August 5, 2020 1:53 AM To: Kay, Christian Cc: Darrow,Jeff 3 Subject: Re:SBA HI15466-A KEALAKEKUA Attachments: image (5).png; Equipment Spec Sheet - Kealakekua.pdf i Aloha Christian, Please see attached and below information on the proposed antennas and ground equipment.Some of the ground 4 i equipment from the existing tower will be used for the replacement. 6 I TMO will have a 16'x8'concrete pad with an RBS 6102 equipment cabinet. The concrete pad is existing,the cabinet is replacing the existing ones. 1 Ground Spate Leased Proposed Final 3 City: 1 1 1 Type: Concrete Pad Concrete Pad l Dimensions: 16 x S'1t'x B Space Provided By: L censee Comment. Lease area ta ed on Tenant Lease dated 11.1211 E4 Transmitter Cabinet Leased Proposed Ftnat I t 1 t Type Cahn& Caoo let Bow RBS ti201 ODE RBS 6102 1. Comment. RLS.nd,cates%.,e,,,,I).aD,oet!!1opr 1orRAN eq,prrent 1 Best Regards, l i Shamaury C. Myrick Program Manager I affower Engineering Professionals, inc. I (www.tepgroup.net) 10700 Sikes Place, Suite 360, Charlotte, NC 28277 I Direct: (980) 202-5235 I it rl Sind u)g i n ieuuuluifal P\i&E Struk ut tl;luspectlons ticot clinical and \1at r):1 fc.ltnr(.(11).uuctitttr Rcnc'uttllc[nrt,t Please note that 1 have no authority to bind our client and the result of our discussions are subject to i approval by our client's mmanagement. This transmittal, however, is not a representation that t will present this, or any other proposal which results from our discussions, to our client's management for final approval. The terms and conditions set forth herein are not an offer and neither party is legally bound until a final document, which is subject to review by our client's counsel and manajentent, has been executed by and delivered to all parties.1 1 t i i On Tue,Aug 4, 2020 at 3:41 PM Kay,Christian<Christian.Kay@hawaiicounty.gov>wrote: Hi Shamaury, f 1 135706 t t I i i 1 i i SBA Site: HI15466-A-01 I Kealakekua Tenant Site: H104133D/ Application#: 90863, v4 i KKON Tower Equipment IFinal Configuration Summary: Antenna 3 RFS APXVAARR24_43-U-NA20(Octo)@ 250'[Tip'2541[Base:246'],95 9"x 24"x 8 7",Weight:153.3 lbs.,RX: 1850-1865 MHz, 1740- 1755 MHz,TX 1930-1945 MHz,2140-2155 MHz[Panel] i 1 Mount Equipment Existing t TMA-TTA:6 Commscope Style 4-ETM19V2S12UB(El 5S09P84)(AtAntenna)@ 250' 10"x 8.6"x 2.3',Weight:11.2 lbs,[TMAj 1 Diplexer: 1 Multiplexer @ 0'i x Diplexer:6 Andrew ECC1920-VPUB @ 3',7 6"x 7.3"x 2 6",Weight:7.9 lbs.[Diplexer/Dual Coupler] ssr RRU/RRH:3 Ericsson Radio 4449 @ 250',13.19"x 14.95"x 9.25",Weight:74 lbs.[RET(RCUJRRU/RRH] RRUIRRH:6 RRUS01 82 @ 0',UNKNOWN[RET/RCUIRRU/RRH] f Cables , 2 lines Hybrid @ 6x12 s s Cables. 6 lines Coax @ 1-5/8"I Cables:, 12 lines Coax Jumper @ 16' Cables', 6 lines Fiber Jumper @ 16' Ground Space 1. 16'x 8',Provided by:Licensee[Concrete Pad] Transmitter Cabinet:1 RBS 6102[Cabinet] Antenna Leased Proposed Final Qty: 3 3 3 Type: Panel Panel Panel Manufacturer: Andrew RFS RFS Model: TMBX-6517-R2M(Dual) APXVAARR24_43-U-NA20(Octo) APXVAARR24_43-U-NA20(Octo) i Dimensions: 83.5"x 6.6"x 3 3" 95.9"x 24"x 8.7" 95.9"x 24"x 8.7" t Weight: 15 4 lbs. 153.3 lbs 153.3 lbs Base: 246.5' 246' 246' i Center: 250'250' 250' a Tlp: 253 5' 254' 254' k Down Tilt: i. Orientation: 180 TN",250 TN°8 330 TN' 180 TN'.250 TN"8 330 TN` 180 TN°,250 TN'&330 TN' Tx: 1930-1945 MHz,2140-2155 MHz 1930-1945 MHz,2140-2155 MHz 1930-1945 MHz.2140-2155 MHz Rx: 1850-1865 MHz,1740-1755 MHz 1850-1865 MHz, 1740-1755 MHz 1850-1865 MHz, 1740-1755 MHz Comment:Existing leased per Lease 11-12-96 indicates(3)panel antennas only.Existing collo app and RFDS identify(3) k existing as Andrew.3 1_RFDS_Final_27_Nov_18 proposes replacing(3)Andrew with(3)RFS Mount Equipment Leased Proposed Final Qty:Existing. t Comment:No mount equipment indicated 1 t l i 8/4/2020 3.54:31 PM Page 3 of 6 E.tt t z TMA-TTA Leased Proposed Final Qty: 6 6 Type: TMA TMA Manufacturer: Commscope Commscope Model: Style 4-ETM19V2S12UB Style 4-ETM19V2S12UB E15S09P84)(AtAntenna) E15S09P84)(AtAntenna) Dimensions: 10"X 8.6"X 2.3" 10"x 8.6"x 2 3" Weight: 112 lb. 11 2 lbs. Center: 250' 250' Comment:Previous collo app and RFDS indicate existence of(6)Commscope(formerly Andrew),and propose no changes. Diplexer Leased Proposed Final 1 Qty: 1 1 Type: Multiplexer Model: Multiplexer i Center: 0' 0' Comment:RFDS indicates addition of(1)XMU in cabinet Diplexer Leased Proposed Final Qty: 6 6 Type: Diplexer/Dual Coupler Diplexer/Dual Coupler Manufacturer: Andrew Andrew Model: ECC1920-VPUB ECC1920-VPUB a Dimensions: 7.6"x 7.3"x 2.6" 7.6"x 7.3"x 2.6" Weight: 7.9 lbs. 7.9 lbs 8 Center: 3' 3' Comment:Previous collo app indicates(6)Andrew diplexers at ground.3.1 RFDS Final_27_Nov 18 confirms keeping(6) Generic AWS/PCS Diplexers at ground level No specs provided for the Generic,so presuming keeping the Andrew a i RRUIRRH Leased Proposed Final Qty: 3 3 Type: RET(RCU/RRU/RRH RET/RCU/RRUIRRH t Manufacturer: Ericsson Ericsson Model:Radio 4449 Radio 4449 Dimensions: 13 19"x 14.95"x 9.25' 13.19'x 14.95"x 9.25" Weight: 74 lbs 74 lbs, Center: 250' 250' i Comment:REDS proposes(3)new Radio 4449. RRUIRRH Leased Proposed Final a Qty: 6 6 t i Type: RET/RCU/RRU/RRH RET/RCU/RRU/RRH t Model: RUS01 B4 RUS01 84 Center: ground ground rk Comment:REDS indicates existence of(6)84,and proposes to remove all(6).No specs available. i i i i 8/4/2020 3:54:31 PM Page 4 of 6 i t I t RRUIRRH Leased Proposed Final Qty: 6 6 6 Type: RETIRCUIRRUIRRH RET/RCU/RRU/RRH RET/RCU/RRUIRRH Model: RRUSOI 82 RUS01 B2 RRUS01 B2 Dimensions: UNKNOWN UNKNOWN Center: ground ground 0' Comment:RFDS indicates existence of(6)B2,and proposes to keep all(6) No specs available.Keeping at ground level. Cables Leased Proposed Final of Lines: 2 2 Coax Type: Hybrid Hybrid Cable Size: 6x12 6x12 Comment:RFDS indicates no existence of hybrid cables,and proposes,adding(2)Ericsson 6x12 HCS cables Cables Leased Proposed Finalil of Lines:6 6 Coax Type: Coax Coax Cable Size: 1-5/8"1-5/8"1 Comment:REDS indicates existence of(6)coax,and proposes keeping all(6) Cables Leased Proposed Final of Lines: 12 12 a, Coax Type: Coax Jumper Coax Jumper i Cable Size: 16' 16' Comment:RFDS proposes the addition of(12)coax jumpers 11 Cables Leased Proposed Final of Lines: 6 6 1 Coax Type: Fiber Jumper Fiber Jumper j Cable Size: 16' 16' 1 Comment:RFOS proposes the addition of(6)fiber jumpers 1 Ground Space Leased Proposed Final a Qty: 1 1 t Type: Concrete Pad Concrete Pad j Dimensions: 16'x 8' 16'x 8 j r Space Provided By: Licensee 1 Comment:lease area based on Tenant Lease dated 11/12/96 Transmitter Cabinet Leased Proposed Final Qty: 1 1 Type: Cabinet Cabinet Model:RBS 6201-ODE RBS 6102 Comment:RFDS indicates only(1)cabinet in proposed RAN equipment. Total Contracted Type Final e i. Ground ii i 1 I 8/4/2020 3 54.31 PM Page 5 of 6 i i e s i Comments 12/14/2018 5,40 PM 4 sbasite\Istrom New tower being constructed on this site 12/3/2018 6 06 PM 4 sbasite\stopp Received revised RFDS-previous had wrong antenna model assigned. Also noted that XMU and diptexers at ground,not on tower. 10111/2018 8 14 PM 3 sbasite\stopp V2 no longer indicated the cables for some reason Had to re-input 1013/2018 11 39 AM 2 sbasite\stopp 6)existing RRUs to be at ground,(3)Radio RRUs on tower. 1 fi 8/4/2020 3.54:31 PM Page 6 of 6 il 11, 4 taw.+M rt 1i r r f aLook Jew.. A101 - ~ n +1L:yj - MI t*,116Y P 7......7..... ,..: Iiir : , ' 4 '! e' 1 }<,dbi• • e Vii' 4 -. ,+* .4 1 r 1 te r lw r '• •tai• 4",'."..,. • r•. 4 I4f ! !**** - :-7- • - .. 1•b!C . ,•..r;,, . . Fr : k + w, Emit wl Tif „a14,,f 1 a. P4,,,, 14i . •• R i tirtpu. i. rRi7,141$4 r ir Isio.tr ' 14 .. 7. . x t 44 1. f . 4114 f 3yfs it,( . t%: ,.... jp 400, 0.--,----, t f fr/ ''' :::"C': Ir 14144) / I 1 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 1 COUNTY OF HAWAII 1HILO, HAWAII I DATE: August 10, 2020 01-1 PLP: ING DEPT TO: Michael Yee, Planning Director AUG 12 2020 Q*43:21 E0' HAND DELI ERE) FROM: Department of Public Works, Engineering Division V a k SUBJECT: Use Permit No. USE 20-000083 Applicant: SBA Towers V LLC Request: To Allow a the Replacement of an Existing, 326-foot Telecommunications Tower with a New, 260-foot Telecommunications Tower and Related Equipment and Improvements on a 2,025 Square Foot Portion of a 3.585- acre Parcel TMK: 8-1-001:026 i 1 We have reviewed the subject request forwarded by your memo dated July 16, 2020 and t provide the following: The subject parcel is in an area designated as Zone X on the Flood Insurance Rate Map FIRM) by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Zone X is an area ideterminedtobeoutsidethe500-year floodplain.m: All development-generated runoff shall be disposed of on site and not directed toward any adjacent properties. A drainage plan may be required by the Plan Approval process in accordance with Section 25-2-72(3) of the Hawaii County Code. i Construction activities shall comply with the requirements of HCC, Chapter 10, Erosion k and Sedimentary Control g t Should there be any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to contact Kyle R Honda of our Kona Engineering Division office at 323-4854. KH F i Copy: ENG-HILO/KONA tt i Planning Dept.135191 Exhibit_i!— runts of I1a‘aall is an f qual(lpportunrts I ro%idcr and f mploNer I i 7 Harry Kim Darren J. Rosario ifa)orFin(hirf i. Roy Takemoto Robert R.K. Perreira Nnnaging Dinclnr Deputy Fire Chief County of 3atuat`t HAWAII FIRE DEPARTMENT 25 Aupuni Street•Suite 2501•Hilo,}Ismail 96720 a 808)932-2900•Fax(808)932-2928 August 10,2020 11 TO: MICHAEL YEE, PLANNING DIRECTOR FROM:DARREN J. ROSARIO, FIRE CHIEF 1 SUBJECT: Application: Use Permit No. USE 20-0000831 Applicant: SBA Towers V LLC R 1 _g Request:To allow the replacement of an Existing,326 foot Telecommunications Tower with a New, 260-foot Telecommunications Tower and Related Equipment and i Improvements on a 2,025 Square Foot Portion of a 1585-acre Parcel t tt Tax Map Key: (3)8-1-001:026(por) z i In regards to the above-mentioned application,the following shall be in accordance: NFPA 1, UNIFORM FIRE CODE,2006 EDITION Note: Ha)rai'i State Fire ('ode, National Fire Protection Association 2006 rersion, with ('ottuit. of Hawaii amendments. County amendments are identified with a preceding "C--of the reference code. 1 Chapter 18 Fire Department Access and Water Supply, Section 18.2. 18.2 Fire Department Access. 18.2.1 Fire department access and fire department access roads shall be provided and maintained in accordance with Section 18.2. 18.2.2* Access to Structures or Areas. i 18.2.2.1 Access Box(es). The AHJ shall have the authority to require an access box(es) to be installed in an accessible location where access to or within a structure or area is difficult because of security.X, 1. 18.2.2.2 Access to Gated Subdivisions or Developments. The AHJ shall have the authority to require fire department access be provided to gated subdivisions or developments through 1. the use of an approved device or system. NA 442 I: t Planning Dept.ttjj (]( fit—}ir t t Grai'1(On UN i.an Fqt./1 t)p'urhinty Pruridirr,Crdt Emrlow r 1 a)5 4 tl 0 s box( e5E i 1 i i Michael Yee August 10,2020 Page 2 x' i i 18.2.2.3 Access Maintenance. The owner or occupant of a structure or area, with required fire department access as specified in 18.2.2.1 or 18.2.2.2, shall notify the AHJ when the access is modified in a manner that could prevent fire department access. i 18.2.3 Fire Department Access Roads. (*may be referred as FDAR) 18.2.3.1 Required Access. 18.2.3.1.1 Approved fire department access roads shall be provided for every facility, building, or portion of a building hereafter constructed or relocated. f, 18.2.3.1.2 Fire Department access roads shall consist of roadways, fire lanes, parking lots lanes, or a combination thereof.i 18.2.3.1.3* When not more than two one-and two-family dwellings or private garages, carports, sheds, agricultural buildings, and detached buildings or structures 4001.12(37 m2)or less are present, the requirements of 18.2.3.1 through 18.2.3.2.1 shall be permitted to be modified by the AHJ. i 18.2.3.1.4 When fire department access roads cannot be installed due to location on property, topography, waterways, nonnegotiable grades, or other similar conditions, the AHJ shall be authorized to require additional fire protection features. f 18.2.3.2 Access to Building. 18.2.3.2.1 A fire department access road shall extend to within in 50 ft(15 m) of at least one exterior door that can be opened from the outside that provides access to the interior of the building. Exception: I and 2 single-family dwellings. 18.2.3.2.1.1 When buildings are protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system that is installed in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA 13D, or NFPA 13R, the distance in 18.2.3.2.1 shall be permitted to be increased to 300 feet. a:1 18.2.3.2.2 Fire department access roads shall he provided such that any portion of the facility or any portion of an exterior wall of the first story of the building is located not more than 150 ft 46 m) from fire department access roads as measured by an approved route around the exterior of the building or facility. 18.2.3.2.2.1 When buildings are protected throughout with an approved automatic sprinkler system that is installed in accordance with NFPA 13, NFPA 13D, or NFPA 13R, the distance in 18.2.3.2.2 shall be permitted to be increased to 450 ft (137 m). E 5r I I 1t R i 8 6MichaelYee August 10,2020 Page 3 t. 18.2.3.3 Multiple Access Roads. More than one fire department access road shall he provided g when it is determined by the AHJ that access by a single road could be impaired by vehicle r congestion, condition of terrain, climatic conditions, or other factors that could limit access. 18.2.3.4 Specifications. 18.2.3.4.1 Dimensions. I C- 18.2.3.4.1.1 FDAR shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 20ft with an approved turn around area if the FDAR exceeds 150 feet. Exception: FDAR for one and two family dwellings shall have an unobstructed width of not less than 15 feet, with an area of not less than 20 feet wide within 150 feet of the structure being protected. An approved turn around area shall be provided if the FDAR exceeds 250 feet. r C- 18.2.3.4.1.2 FDAR shall have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less then 13ft 6 in. C:- 18.2.3.4.1.2.1 Vertical clearances may be increased or reduced by the AHJ, provided such increase or reduction does not impair access by the fire apparatus, and approved signs are installed and maintained indicating such approved changes. 1 y; t 18.2.3.4.1.2.2 Vertical clearances shall be increased when vertical clearances or widths are not adequate to accommodate fire apparatus. 1 C- 18.2.3.4.2 Surface. Fire department access roads and bridges shall be designed and 1 maintained to support the imposed loads (25 Tons)of the fire apparatus. Such FDAR and shall be comprised of an all-weather driving surface. i 18.2.3.4.3 Turning Radius.1. C-. 18.2.3.4.3.1 Fire department access roads shall have a minimum inside turning radius of 30 feet, and a minimum outside turning radius of 60 feet. 1 18.2.3.4.3.2 Turns in fire department access road shall maintain the minimum road width. 5 18.2.3.4.4 Dead Ends. Dead-end fire department access roads in excess of 150 ft(46 m) in length shall be provided with approved provisions for the fire apparatus to turn around. F 18.2.3.4.5 Bridges. 1 18.2.3.4.5.1 When a bridge is required to be used as part of a fire department access road, it shall 4. be constructed and maintained in accordance with county requirements. t 1: i w t. r. g}, 1. i l i 1 Michael Yee r August 10,2020 Page 4 18.2.3.4.5.2 The bridge shall be designed for a live load sufficient to carry the imposed loads of 1 fire apparatus. i 18.2.3.4.5.3 Vehicle load limits shall be posted at both entrances to bridges where required by r the AHJ. 18.2.3.4.6 Grade. t I C- 18.2.3.4.6.1The maximum gradient of a Fire department access road shall not exceed 12 k percent for unpaved surfaces and 15 percent for paved surfaces. In areas of the FDAR where a s. Fire apparatus would connect to a Fire hydrant or Fire Department Connection, the maximum gradient of such area(s) shall not exceed 10 percent. I I P 18.2.3.4.6.2* The angle of approach and departure for any means of fire department access road shall not exceed 1 ft drop in 20 ft(0.3 m drop in 6 in) or the design limitations of the fire apparatus ofthe fire department,and shall be subject to approval by the AHJ. 1 18.2.3.4.6.3 Fire department access roads connecting to roadways shall be provided with curb cuts extending at least 2 ft (0.61 m)beyond each edge of the fire lane. f 18.2.3.4.7 Traffic Calming Devices. The design and use of traffic calming devices shall be i. approved the AHJ. I 18.2.3.5 Marking of Fire Apparatus Access Road.fI 18.2.3.5.1 Where required by the AHJ, approved signs or other approved notices shall be provided and maintained to identify fire department access roads or to prohibit the obstruction i.thereof of both. I 18.2.3.5.2 A marked fire apparatus access road shall also be known as a fire lane. t 18.2.4* Obstruction and Control of Fire Department Access Road. F 18.2.4.1 General. 18.2.4.1.1 The required width of a fire department access road shall not be obstructed in any manner, including by the parking of vehicles. t t 18.2.4.1.2 Minimum required widths and clearances established under 18.2.3.4 shall be maintained at all times. 18.2.4.1.3* Facilities and structures shall be maintained in a manner that does not impair or t impede accessibility for fire department operations. Michael Yee August 10, 2020 Page 5 18.2.4.1.4 Entrances to fire departments access roads that have been closed with gates and barriers in accordance with 18.2.4.2.1 shall not be obstructed by parked vehicles. 18.2.4.2 Closure of Accessways. 18.2.4.2.1 The AHJ shall be authorized to require the installation and maintenance of gates or other approved barricades across roads, trails, or other accessways not including public streets, alleys, or highways. 18.2.4.2.2 Where required, gates and barricades shall be secured in an approved manner. 18.2.4.2.3 Roads,trails, and other access ways that have been closed and obstructed in the manner prescribed by 18.2.4.2.1 shall not be trespassed upon or used unless authorized by the owner and the AHJ. 18.2.4.2.4 Public officers acting within their scope of duty shall be permitted to access restricted property identified in 18.2.4.2.1. 18.2.4.2.5 Locks, gates,doors,barricades, chains, enclosures, signs, tags.or seals that have been installed by the fire department or by its order or under its control shall not be removed, unlocked, destroyed, tampered with, or otherwise vandalized in any manner. If there are any questions regarding these requirements, please contact the Deputy Fire Chief Robert Perreira at (808)932-2902. 11. DARREN J. ROSARIO Fire Chief RP:nac 7, c----A'AO ' . 10, 0$1,00a.. • a 41S,_ .."f011040 1st ' , tc.,,,,,,.:,..R-- ,i,'".- 4,,,,,,,,,, 1`;,\,::), C.'"' :WAr i,: kcA„. ,„., 1...,,i., 7.,I— . i ,.,,, j ft r f it ; y)' q 4 r k. VO.,-;r90 i ifir':^‹XCi.';W"'''1::(;41".' '*:-1:.-li ' a k w' 1''7/ ap 4.."11,,›-7 -,,,, '4. + t ','4 Y 1 r1. --.,,,i-,,-k,,,.- e~ ' 3 r lty lit i'fes' { r j M1 "Y' ''t^1 '' !J f f Y'\ i,' i--', ,-;-.Y 4'»' A: r`.4s;"_ T' 1 •\ y 411`- .2.,.....„7„,,_ ry. "'i, k-` r• i'' A. x1: 4 a 1ti. 4,..; t,. r" )'T' , ' TT'TTrU b'dj 44....4_,.,1-1Z.,s. .',: X`` rR f f t l` t ., C" <..y%'S }e.,' 1`'> ;Y 7T , ".. :t"rt..j.. y "`„ 'r,' y YA w. C' t NI,,,,>.s-,,,$,/,,,,, \„.::,_,?..1-11,-) i:v-y,„ K ? 3 c,„-„,7,-,,,,y ki, - v tF''f x X ,fit S jC Cf' , Si ' ` v A.k. , ' v N- f lP J' 4 f Ate. 4,, 1 o.• 4.. r 5N r 1\ 0\.\\''.nt4 DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES ENGINEERING DIVISION 4 LD/Russell Y. Tsuji Ref: Use Permit No. USE-20-000083— Request to Allow the Replacement of an Existing 326-foot Telecommunications Tower with a New 260-foot Telecommunications Tower and Related Equipment and Improvements on a 2,025 Square Foot Portion of a 3,585-acre Parcel TMK(s): (3) 8-1-001:026 Location: 81-1106 Nani Kupuna Place, Kealakekua, Island of Hawaii Applicant: County of Hawaii on behalf of SBA Towers V LLC COMMENTS The rules and regulations of the National Flood Insurance Program(NFIP), Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations (44CFR), are in effect when development falls within a Special Flood Hazard Area(high risk areas). State projects are required to comply with 44CFR regulations as stipulated in Section 60.12. Be advised that 44CFR reflects the minimum standards as set forth by the NFIP, Local community flood ordinances may stipulate higher standards that can be more restrictive and would take precedence over the minimum NFIP standards. The owner of the project property and'or their representative is responsible to research the Flood Hazard Zone designation for the project. Flood Hazard Zones are designated on FEMA's Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM), which can be viewed on our Flood Hazard Assessment Tool (FHAT) (http://gis.hawaiinfip.org/FHAT). If there are questions regarding the local flood ordinances, please contact the applicable County NFIP coordinating agency below: o Oahu: City and County of Honolulu. Department of Planning and Permitting 808) 768-8098. o Hawaii Island: County of Hawaii. Department of Public Works (808) 961-8327, o Maui/Molokai/Lanai County of Maui, Department of Planning (808) 270-7253. o Kauai: County of Kauai, Department of Public Works(808)241-4896. r I Signed: CAR"FY .CHANG, CHIEF ENGINEER Date: Aug 5,2020 Planning Dept. exhibit SUZANNE D CASE D:IN IDI ICE Itst t. u 7 L1o,'II JRr V959 nuu ..,vx Ss 0445. MA :1+441 t 1 j t S RORER?A NASI DA K.0 lO I.\Ct.L y 41 t STATE OF HAWAII DLPAR MEN I ( f.LAND AND NA I URAL RLSOI'R('LS DIVISION OT FORESTRY AND\1II.D1.II t i I I PrINCI iBOW1'L STKFGROOM 32:s IIONOLI'II I.(HAWAII 9o813 August 12, 2020 MEMORANDUM Log no. 2735 TO: RUSSELL Y. TSUJI, Administrator Land Division FROM:DAVID G. SMITH, Administrator j Division of Forestry and Wildlife SUBJECT: Division of Forestry and Wildlife Comments for Use Permit No. USE-20- 000083- Request to Allow Replacement of an Existing Telecommunications Tower and Related Equipment and Improvements The Department of Land and Natural Resources. Division of Forestry and Wildlife(DOFAW) has received your inquiry regarding the request to replace an existing telecommunications tower and related equipment in Kealakekua on the island of Hawaii, Ilawai`i,TMK: (3) 8-1-001:026 (por.). The proposed project consists of replacing an existing 326-foot telecommunications tower with a new 260-foot telecommunications tower and related equipment on a 2,025 square foot portion of a 3.585-acre parcel. DOFAW recommends minimizing the movement of plant or soil material between worksites, such as in till. Soil and plant material may contain invasive fungal pathogens(e.g. Rapid 'Ohi`a Death). vertebrate and invertebrate pests(e.g. Little Fire Ants). or invasive plant parts that could harm our native species and ecosystems. We recommend consulting the Big island Invasive Species Committee at (808) 933-3340 in planning. design, and construction of the project to learn of any high-risk invasive species in the area and ways to mitigate spread. All equipment. materials. and personnel should be cleaned of excess soil and debris to minimize the risk of spreading invasive species. Gear that may contain soil,such as work boots and vehicles,should he thoroughly cleaned with water and sprayed with 70% alcohol solution to prevent the spread of Rapid 'Ohi'a Death and other harmful fungal pathogens. We note that artificial lighting can adversely impact seabirds that may pass through the area at night by causing disorientation. This disorientation can result in collision with manmade artifacts or grounding of birds. For nighttime lighting that might be required, DOFAW recommends that all lights be fully shielded to minimize impacts. Nighttime work that requires outdoor lighting should be avoided during the seabird fledging season from September IS through December 15. This is the period when young seabirds take their maiden voyage to the open sea. For illustrations and guidance related to seabird-friendly light styles that also protect the dark, starry skies of Hawaii please visit: https://dlnr.hawaii.covrwildlifeltiles%2016103/DOC439.pdf. anning Dept. Exhibit 3 The State listed Hawaiian Hawk or 'Io(Bute°solitarius) is known to occur in the project vicinity. I)OFAW recommends surveying the area to ensure no Hawaiian Hawk nests are present if trees are to be cut. 'lo nests might be present during the breeding season from March to September. The State listed Hawaiian Hoary Bat or 'Ope'ape'a (Lusiurus einercus semotus) has the potential to occur in the vicinity of the project area and may roost in nearby trees. if any site clearing is required this should be timed to avoid disturbance during the bat birthing and pup rearing season June 1 through September 15). If this cannot be avoided, woody plants greater than 15 feet(4.6 meters) tall should not be disturbed, removed, or trimmed without consulting DOFAW. We appreciate your efforts to work with our office for the conservation of our native species. Should the scope of the project change significantly, or should it become apparent that threatened or endangered species may be impacted, please contact our staff as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Taylor. Protected Species Habitat Conservation Planning Coordinator at(808) 587-0010 or lauren.tavlor a hawaii.gov. 8 DAVID Y.IGE BRUCE S.ANDERSON PhD. GOVERNOR OF HAWAII s e DIRECTOR OF HEAL'H 1 /TJ TING D 'T STATE OF HAWAII MANN 12 2020 Pf42: :: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHl G 5 P.O.BOX 916 l 1g5 J yp 1HILO,HAWAII 96721-0916 RPC") MEMORANDUM DATE: August 6, 2020 TO: Mr. Michael Yee Planning Director, County of Hawaii FROM: Eric Honda 75c— District Environmental Health Program Chief SUBJECT: Use Permit Application (USE-20-000083) Applicant: SBA Towers V LLC Request:To Allow the Replacement of an Existing, 326-foot Telecommunications Tower with a New, 260-foot Telecommunications Tower and Related Equipment and Improvements on a 2,025 Square Foot Portion of a 3.585-acre Parcel TMK: 8-1-001:026 While the Department lacks any regulatory authority pertaining to electromagnetic radiation, project activities shall comply with all applicable Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations and should follow the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements NCRP) recommendations for human exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF) and radio frequency radiation (RF). If you have any questions regarding this communication, please feel free to call Jeff Eckerd, Branch Manager of the Indoor Air& Radiological Health Branch, at 586-4700. fi Planning Dept. 13 515 2 ost4TOFly 11&THIlIII F t nited States Department OI'the Interior 4gos " 1111 Is Itil i \NI/ I\ H DI 11 1 R i 3 1',1cllli 1,1,ind., € i,lt un i :1 rtilil r >iiitt H Alit \doanu [ionicv arca, Rokinn ;-122 lonolulu. Il t irii -( SU In Reply Refer to: 01 EPIF00-2020-TA-0.32 August 17,2020 Mr. Michael Yee Planning Director County of Hawaii. Planning Department Aupuni Center 101 Pauahi Street. Suite 3 Hilo. Hawaii 96720 Subject: Technical Assistance for the SBA Towers V I.:LC Project to Replace an Existing 326-foot Telecommunications Tower with a New, 260-foot Telecommunications Tower in Kealakekua, Island and County of Hawaii Dear Mr. Michael Yee: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service(Service) received your correspondence on July 23, 2020, requesting comments for the SBA Towers V LLC to allow the replacement of an existing 326- foot telecommunications tower with a new, 260-foot telecommunications tower in Kealakekua TMK: (3)-8-001:026) (Use Permit Number: 20-000083). The Service offers the following comments to assist you in your planning process so that impacts to trust resources can be avoided through site preparation. construction. and operation. Our comments are provided under the authorities of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA), as amended (16 U.S.0 1531 et seq.). Project Description Tower Engineering Professionals is submitting the Use Permit Application on behalf of SBA Towers V LLC to request that Ilawaii County allow the replacement of an existing 326-foot tower with a new, 260-foot tower along with appurtenant equipment and related improvements on a 45-foot by 45-foot area.the same as the existing tower on the 3.585 acre property. All access roads and utilities are already located on property. Based on information you provided and pertinent information in our files, including data compiled by the Hawaii Biodiversity and Mapping Project. there are two listed animal species in the immediate vicinity of the project area: the federally endangered Hawaiian hoary bat Lasiurus cinereus semotus)and the threatened nene (Hawaiian goose. Brant(' 'esochen) sandvicensis). Additionally. the endangered Hawaiian petrel (Pterodroma sandwichensis), band- INTERIOR REGION 9 INTERIOR REGION 12 COLUMBIA—PACIFIC NORTHWEST PACIFIC ISLANDS IDAHO. MONTANA', OREGON', WASHINGTON AMERICAN SAMOA. GUAM. HAWAII, NORTHERN Planning Dept.rAr.rim MARIANA ISLANDS Exhibit. .?' Mr. Michael Yee 2 rumped storm-petrel (Oceanodro,na castro), and the threatened Newell's Shearwater(Puf/inus auricularis newelli) may transit the project area flying to upland breeding colonies. The Hawaiian hawk (Buten solitarius), a species that was recently removed from the federal list of threatened and endangered species. continues to be State-listed as endangered under [IRS 195- D. We recommend the identified avoidance and minimization measures(see below) he incorporated into project implementation plans and recommend you coordinate with the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife, for any further compliance related to Hawaiian hawk. To avoid and minimize potential project impacts to listed species, the following measures are recommended: Hawaiian hawk The State-listed Hawaiian hawk is known to occur across a broad range of forest habitats throughout the Island of Hawaii. Loud, irregular and unpredictable activities, such as using heavy equipment or building a structure, near an endangered Hawaiian hawk nest may cause nest failure. Harassment of Hawaiian hawk nesting sites can alter feeding and breeding patterns or result in nest or chick abandonment. Nest disturbance can also increase exposure of chicks and juveniles to inclement weather or predators. To avoid and minimize impacts to Hawaiian hawks we recommend you incorporate the following applicable measures into your project description: If work must be conducted during the March I through September 30 Hawaiian hawk breeding season, have a biologist familiar with the species conduct a nest search of the project footprint and surrounding areas immediately prior to the start of construction activities. Pre-disturbance surveys for Hawaiian hawks are only valid for 14 days. If disturbance for the specific location does not occur within 14 days of the survey, conduct another survey. No clearing of vegetation or construction activities should occur within 1,600 feet of any active Hawaiian hawk nest during the breeding season until the young have fledged. Regardless of the time of year, trees containing a hawk nest should not be cut, as nests may be re-used during consecutive breeding seasons. Hawaiian hoary bat The federally endangered Hawaiian hoary bat roosts in both exotic and native woody vegetation across all islands and will leave young unattended in trees and shrubs when they forage. If trees or shrubs 15 feet or taller are cleared during the pupping season, there is a risk that young bats could inadvertently be harmed or killed since they are too young to fly or may not move away. Additionally, Hawaiian hoary bats forage for insects from as low as 3 feet to higher than 500 feet above the ground and can become entangled in barbed wire used for fencing. Mr. Michael Yee 3 To avoid and minimize impacts to the endangered Hawaiian hoary bat we recommend you incorporate the following applicable measures into your project description: Do not disturb. remove, or trim woody plants greater than 15 feet tall during the bat birthing and pup rearing season (June 1 through September 15). Do not use barbed wire for fencing. Nene Nene are found on the islands of Hawaii, Maui, Molokai, and Kauai. They are observed in a variety of habitats, but prefer open areas, such as pastures, golf courses, wetlands, natural grasslands and shrublands,and lava flows. Threats to the species include introduced mammalian and avian predators, wind facilities,and vehicle strikes. To avoid and minimize potential project impacts to nene we recommend you incorporate the following applicable measures into your project description: Do not approach, feed, or disturb nene. If none are observed loafing or foraging within the project area during the breeding season (September through April), have a biologist familiar with the nesting behavior of nene survey for nests in and around the project area prior to the resumption of any work. Repeat surveys after any subsequent delay of work of 3 or more days (during which the birds may attempt to nest). o Cease all work immediately and contact the Service for further guidance if a nest is discovered within a radius of 150 feet of proposed work, or a previously undiscovered nest is found within said radius after work begins. In areas where nene are known to be present, post and implement reduced speed limits. and inform project personnel and contractors about the presence of endangered species on-site. Hawaiian petrel, Newell's shearwater, and band-rumped storm petrel Hawaiian seabirds may traverse the project area at night during the breeding, nesting and fledging seasons(March I to December 15). Outdoor lighting could result in seabird disorientation, fallout, and injury or mortality. Seabirds are attracted to lights and after circling the lights they may become exhausted and collide with nearby wires, buildings, or other structures or they may land on the ground. Downed seabirds are subject to increased mortality due to collision with automobiles, starvation, and predation by dogs, cats, and other predators. Young birds (fledglings) traversing the project area between September 15 and December 15. in their first flights from their mountain nests to the sea, are particularly vulnerable. To avoid and minimize potential project impacts to seabirds, the project: Fully shield all outdoor lights so the bulb can only be seen from below bulb height and only use when necessary. Install automatic motion sensor switches and controls on all outdoor lights or turn off lights when human activity is not occurring in the lighted area. pp 5y 2 Mr. Michael Yee 4 Listed seabirds have been documented colliding with communication towers, particularly in areas of high seabird passage rate. In general, self-supporting monopoles are the least likely to result in collisions, whereas lattice towers. particularly those that rely on guy-wires. have a higher risk. To avoid and minimize the likelihood that towers will result in take of listed seabirds we recommend you incorporate the following applicable measures into your project description: The profile of the tower should be as small as possible, minimize the extent of the tower that protrudes above the surrounding vegetation layer, and avoid the use of guywires. lithe top ofthe tower must be lit to comply with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, use a flashing red light verses a steady-beam red or white light. If possible. co-locate with existing towers or facilities. Seabirds have been known to collide with fences, powerlines and other structures near colonies. To avoid and minimize the likelihood of collision we recommend you incorporate the following applicable measures into your project description: Where fences extend above vegetation, integrate three strands of polytape into the fence to increase visibility. For powerlines, guywires and other cables, minimize exposure above vegetation height and vertical profile. Biosecurity and Invasive Species We are attaching our list of Biosecurity Protocols to prevent the introduction and spread of harmful invasive species on the island of Hawaii. We encourage you to incorporate the relevant measures into your project description and all contracts for the construction/maintenance of the project. If this potential project should receive federal funding. federal permits. or any federal authorization. it will require a Section 7 consultation with the Service. The Service only conducts Section 7 consultations with the federal action agency or their designated representative. Mr. Michael Yee 5 Thank you for participating with us in the protection of our endangered species. If you have any further questions or concerns regarding this consultation, please contact Eldridge Naboa. Fish and Wildlife Biologist, 808-933-6964. e-mail: eldridge_naboa u,`fws.gov. When referring to this project. please include this reference numbers: O1EPIF00-2020-TA-0432. Sincerely. MICHELLE Digitally signed by MICHELLE BOGARDUS BOGARDUS Date: 08:30.302 '110'00' Michelle Bogardus Island Team Manager Maui Nui and Hawaii Island Attachment: Biosecurity Protocols— Hawaii Island ti Mr. Michael Yee 6 BIOSECURTY PROTOCOL—HAWAII ISLAND (JULY 2018) The following biosecurity protocol (based on National Park Service. State of Hawaii. U.S. Fish and Wildlife. U.S. Geological Survey, and the DOI Office of Native Hawaiian Relations guidance) should be followed when operating on Hawaii Island to prevent the introduction of harmful invasive species including frogs. ants. weeds. and fungi into local natural areas(e.g.. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Ilakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge, State of I lawaii Natural Areas")and areas with native habitat (habitat that is primarily composed of native vegetation), other islands in Hawaiian archipelago, or the U.S. mainland. The protocol also includes suggestions for keeping field staff safe from certain invasive species. 1. All work vehicles, machinery, and equipment should be cleaned, inspected by its user, and found free of mud,dirt,debris and invasive species prior to entry into the natural areas or native habitat. a. Vehicles, machinery. and equipment must be thoroughly pressure washed in a designated cleaning area and visibly free of mud, dirt, plant debris, insects, frogs (including frog eggs)and other vertebrate species such as rats, mice and non-vegetative debris. A hot water wash is preferred. Areas of particular concern include bumpers, grills, hood compartments. areas under the battery, wheel wells, undercarriage. cabs. and truck beds (truck beds with accumulated material (intentionally placed or fallen from trees) are prime sites for hitchhikers). b. The interior and exterior of vehicles, machinery, and equipment must be free of rubbish and food. The interiors of vehicles and the cabs of machinery must be vacuumed clean. Floor mats z shall be sanitized with a solution of>70% isopropyl alcohol or a freshly mixed 10% bleach F solution. c. Any machinery, vehicles. equipment. or other supplies found to he infested with ants (or other invasive species) must not enter natural areas or native habitat. Treatment is the responsibility of the equipment or vehicle owner and operator. 2. Little Fire Ants—All work vehicles, machinery,and equipment should be inspected for invasive ants prior to entering the natural areas or native habitat. a. A visual inspection for little fire ants should be conducted prior to entry into natural areas or native habitat. b. Hygiene is paramount but even the cleanest vehicle can pick up a little fire ant. Place MaxForce Complete Brand Granular Insect Bait(1.0% Hydramethylnon; http:!/littlelireants.com/Maxforce%20Complete.pdf) into refillable tamper resistant bait stations. An example of a commercially available refillable tamper resistant bait station is the Ant Cate Pro(https:i' % v..antcafe.com/). Place a bait station (or stations) in vehicle. Note larger vehicles, such as trucks, may require multiple stations. Monitor bait stations frequently(every week at a minimum)and replace bait as needed. If the station does not have a sticker to identify the contents. apply a sticker listing contents to the station. c. Any machinery, vehicles, equipment, or other supplies found to be infested with ants (or other F invasive species) must not enter natural areas or native habitat until it is sanitized and re-tested following a resting period. Infested vehicles must be sanitized following recommendations by the Hawaii Ant Lab (http://www.littlefireants.com/)or other ant control expert and in accordance 6 Mr. Michael Yee 7 with all State and Federal laws. Treatment is the responsibility of the equipment or vehicle owner. d. Gravel, building materials, or other equipment such as portable buildings should be baited using MaxForce Complete Brand Granular Insect Bait (1.0% Hydramethylnon: 3 h p {ittl in_e wi ,.t i \laytonc,.;"; 'Ut onipIt:kv(11)or AmdroPro (0.73% Hydramethylnon: http:/!littlefireants.com/Amdro%20Pro.pdf) following label guidance. e. Storage areas that hold field tools, especially tents, tarps, and clothing should be baited using MaxForce Complete Brand Granular Insect Bait (1.0% Hydramethylnon; http://littlefireants.com/Maxforce%20Completc.pdf)or AmdroPro(0.73% Hydramethylnon; http://littlefireants.com/Amdro%20Pro.pdf) following label guidance. 3. Base yards and staging areas inside and outside areas must be kept free of invasive species. a. Base yards and staging areas should be inspected at least weekly for invasive species and any found invasive removed immediately. Pay particular attention to where vehicles are parked overnight, keeping areas within 10-meters of vehicles free of debris. Parking on pavement and not under trees, while not always practical is best. b. Project vehicles or equipment stored outside of a base yard or staging area, such as a private residence, should be kept in a pest free area. 4. All cutting tools must be sanitized to prevent the Rapid Ohia Death (ROD) fungus. a. Avoid wounding ohia trees and roots with mowers,chainsaws, weed eaters, and other tools. Cut only the minimum amount of trees and branches as approved for the project. b. All cutting tools, including machetes, chainsaws, and toppers must be sanitized to remove visible dirt and other contaminants prior to entry into natural areas or areas with native habitat, and when moving to a new project area within the native habitat area. Tools may be sanitized using a solution of>70% isopropyl alcohol or a freshly mixed 10% bleach solution. One minute after sanitizing, you may apply an oil based lubricant to chainsaw chains or other metallic parts to prevent corrosion. c. Only dedicated tools and chainsaws should be used to sample known or suspected ROD infected trees. d. Vehicles, machinery, and equipment must be cleaned as described in (I)above. t`. 5. Imported firewood, logs, and ohia parts: a. Ohia firewood, ohia logs,and ohia parts should not be transported. 6. For individuals working in the field: a. Before going into the field, visually inspect and clean your clothes, boots, pack. radio l' harness, tools and other personal gear and equipment, for seeds, soil, plant parts, insects. and other debris. A small brush is handy for cleaning boots, equipment and gear. Soles of shoes should be sanitized using a solution of>70% isopropyl alcohol or a freshly mixed 10%bleach solution. 1 1 Mr. Michael Yee 8 h. Immediately before leaving the field, visually inspect and clean your clothes. boots, pack. radio harness. tools. and other personnel gear and equipment, for seeds. soil, plant parts. insects. and other debris. Soles of shoes should he sanitized using a solution of>70% isopropyl alcohol or a freshly mixed 10%bleach solution. c. Little fire ants nest in trees. If Sou are under a tree and that tree is bumped or somehow stressed,the threat response of the ants is to fall from the leaves and sting the person under the tree. If you are subject to an ant attack,do not panic. The ants are extremely small hut their stings are painful so make sure you remove all ants from your body and clothing. The stings cause inch long welts that are itchy and painful, and can last for weeks. Treat stings as you would other insect stings. In some persons stings can produce life threatening reactions. Stocking antihistamine in the first aid kit is a reasonable precaution. d. Rat Lungworm disease is caused by a parasite that can infect humans who consume raw or undercooked infected snails or slugs or consume raw produce that contains a small infected snail or slug. Infection is rare but can be serious. Symptoms can include severe headache. neck stiffness, low grade fever, nausea, and vomiting anywhere from 1-6 weeks after exposure. The disease is not spread person to person. Anyone who handles snails or slugs should wear gloves and/or wash hands. Eating unwashed produce is discouraged. fi 4: