In 2021, the City Council adopted an amendment to the Small Cell Wireless Policy Number 1.  The amended policy implements a two-tier permit structure to separate projects that meet the Policy’s standards without the need for an exception (i.e., “Tier 1”) from those that require more in-depth review because an exception may be needed for compliance with federal and/or state law (i.e., “Tier 2”).  The amendments also updated the standard conditions of approval, location and structure requirements, design requirements, and include provisions for violations.

Under the Policy Exemption, qualifying Small Wireless Facilities may proceed under a streamlined review process or may be reviewed administratively and presented to the Community Development Director for determination.  There are no hearings before the Telecommunications Review Board, and the determination is not subject to appeal.

Applications and resubmittals are accepted by appointment only on Monday and Tuesday mornings.  Please contact the Planning Division at 310.618.5990 to schedule an appointment.

Links:

• Small Cell and Wireless Facilities FAQs
• TMC Article 39
• August 10, 2021 City Council Staff Report
• August 10, 2021 City Council Supplemental

Documents:

• Small Cell Wireless Policy
• Small Cell Policy - Resolution 2021-77
• Ordinance No. 3840
• Supplemental Telecom Application
• Development Application
• WTC Substantiation
• Checklist