§ 12.4.1. Eligibility and Application

A.

Network providers may request to collocate network nodes on traffic poles provided that network nodes or associated equipment may only be installed and enclosed in the manner according to the allowed design, installation, and construction details for a traffic pole collocation shown and described in Exhibit A (Figures 1 through 7) incorporated into and attached to this Rule. For traffic poles with street light fixtures mounted by a vertical extension to the traffic pole, the director may allow an antennae to be mounted to the vertical extension supporting the street light in a manner that does not materially deviate from the construction details for a traffic pole collocation shown and described in Exhibit A (Figures 1 through 7), provided the overall height for the top of the antenna shroud is not more than 35 feet above ground level.

B.

To be eligible to request a collocate a network node on a traffic pole, a network provider must execute a Traffic Pole Attachment Agreement in the form attached and incorporated into this Rule as Exhibit B. No attachment may be placed on a traffic pole unless an application for the attachment is submitted and approved by the director in accordance with Chapter 15-7 (Use of City-Owned Utility Infrastructure) of the City Code.

C.

In order to minimize structural impact to the traffic pole or negative visual impact to the surrounding area, the director may deny an application for attaching to a traffic pole upon which a network node has been attached or for which a complete application for attachment has been approved or is pending approval.

D.

A network node or any associated equipment may not obstruct the visibility of a traffic control device or sign. A network node or any associated equipment may not interfere in any way with the function or operation of a traffic control device or sign. Should traffic control devices or signs be added, modified, or moved, a network provider shall relocate or remove its equipment after receiving written notice.

E.

Network providers shall comply with and observe all applicable City, State, and federal historic preservation laws and requirements.

F.

Unless approved by the director, a network node, including any shroud or mounting structure, shall be installed a minimum of 6" above the traffic mast arm infrastructure. The upper height limit for an antenna placed atop a traffic pole is 35 feet above ground level.

G.

Exposed equipment and shrouds shall match the existing pole color to the extent possible.

H.

If the director determines that cable necessary to connect the components of a node located on a traffic pole cannot be located internally within the traffic pole, external cables and wires must be enclosed in conduit. The maximum number and size of conduit that may be attached to a traffic pole is two 1½" EMT conduit. External conduit attached to a traffic pole must match the color of the existing pole. External conduit should be installed flush to the pole and in an unobtrusive manner as possible. If needed, the network provider may have a one foot radius drip loop exposed. Conduit shall be installed as to not conflict with access to any traffic signal activities.

I.

An application to collocate on a traffic pole must include information that the director determines is necessary to review and approve the application, including, but not limited to:

1.

A completed application on a form approved by the director, for each location requested;

2.

A map showing the intended location of the proposed network node and transport facilities serving that network node in the public right-of-way, with distances from any historic landmarks, parks, schools, or residentially zoned property, if any. The map must also include all existing utilities and surface features (including trees, street furniture, etc.) within 20 feet of the proposed node support pole location;

3.

Representative drawings or pictures of the specific traffic pole location.

4.

Artistic renderings, drawings, cut sheets, or pictures showing the location with network provider's equipment installed, including conduit, attachment method, and shroud;

5.

Details on the attachment method proposed for the City's approval. No penetration of the traffic pole is allowed;

6.

A photograph of the specific traffic pole to be attached to;

7.

Pole load analysis in accordance with Section 12.4.2; and

8.

Construction plan sheets (11 inches by 17 inches) at a scale of no smaller than 1 inch = 40 feet in plan view, and 1 inch = 6 feet in profile view, sealed by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Texas that represents:

a.

the specific location of the existing traffic pole;

b.

location and method of proposed installation (trench, bore, existing conduit pull) of proposed and existing transport facilities necessary to connect the network node to the PSTN;

c.

horizontal alignment of proposed or existing fiber or conduit in relation to the proposed fiber assignment;

d.

proposed work areas required to install infrastructure that will disrupt or divert traffic;

e.

placement of network node and equipment on the traffic pole as well as any ground equipment, cabinets, etc.;

f.

any and all existing utilities, both underground and overhead; and

g.

the specific location of the existing traffic pole using latitude/longitude in decimal degrees to the 6th decimal point.