§ 12.7.2.2. University Neighborhood Overlay

A.

The University Neighborhood Overlay (UNO) includes the West Campus neighborhoods of Outer West Campus, Inner West Campus, Guadalupe, and Dobie. The boundaries of UNO are established by Appendix C of Chapter 25-2 of the City Land Development Code.

B.

Network nodes may not be placed on the UNO Pecan Street decorative poles.

C.

Node support poles shall be placed within the planting zone, in alignment with existing or future UNO decorative poles and street trees. Poles shall be placed equidistant between street trees, with a minimum separation of 15 feet from tree to pole.

D.

Nodes support poles may not be located so as to inhibit a consistent, uniform streetscape, or tree trimming. Any tree trimming must maintain the tree's natural shape and growth pattern.

E.

Network node and Node Support Pole Design - Network nodes and node support poles must be designed to be compact and unobtrusive so as to minimize the visual impact on the surrounding streetscape. The applicant shall avoid using enclosures that are bulky or include distracting materials.

1.

Placement - Network nodes and equipment should be grouped or stacked close together on the same side of the pole. Large gaps between equipment and enclosures should be avoided.

2.

Color - The color of network nodes and node support poles must match the color of the UNO Pecan Street decorative pole such that they blend with the color of the district's streetscape elements.

3.

The total height of a node support pole plus any network equipment may not exceed 30 feet from ground level.

F.

Cabinet Placement and Design - Equipment cabinets may be mounted to the pole, placed in the designated street furniture area, or located underground. Cabinets placed on poles must be located at least nine feet above ground level and follow the design standards described above in subsection D.

1.

The center of the cabinets must be located the same distance from the face of curb as street trees and service poles. Cabinets shall be designed to be unobtrusive and compatible with the surrounding environment.

2.

Applicant shall coordinate the placement of any proposed sidewalk cabinet with Urban Design to ensure that that the cabinet does not interfere with the development of UNO standard streetscapes.