Part 9 of the Development Code’s Regulations section addresses standards for wireless
communication facilities. This section lays out the requirements an applicant must meet
before submitting an application to construct a wireless communication tower, but it
does not require coordination with the AZARNG, or any, entity to ensure there will not be
impacts to AZARNG missions or helicopter overflight. Wireless communication towers
have a height limit of no more than 10 feet taller than the height limit of the zoning
district they are constructed in. However, the P/I district does not have a maximum
height limit, so towers could potentially interfere with helicopter flights. This is unlikely
since helicopters typically fly a minimum of 1,000 feet above ground level over‐populated
areas. Aside from the potential for vertical obstructions, some communication tower
equipment can cause interference with helicopter communication and navigation
equipment, which could cause impacts if it were placed near where helicopters fly.
Subdivision Regulations
Florence’s Subdivision regulations are also found in Title 15 Chapter 150 of the Town’s
Code of Ordinances. These regulations apply to land that is split into two or more lots,
which must be submitted, reviewed, and approved by the Town. There are no
subdivision regulations that directly relate to the Florence Military Reservation or military
operations, such as limiting lot size near the installation in order to limit density.
Building Code
The Town of Florence has adopted the 2006 Edition of the International Building Code,
which does not include provisions for noise attenuation. Noise attenuation measures for
residential units could help reduce noise impacts associated with training operations at
the Florence Military Reservation. The Town of Queen Creek has adopted the following
building codes.
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International Building Code, 2006 Edition
International Residential Code, 2006 Edition, including Appendices H and M
International Mechanical Code, 2006 Edition
International Plumbing Code, 2006 Edition
International Property Maintenance Code, 2006 Edition
International Fuel Gas Code, 2006 Edition
International Energy Conservation Code, 2006 Edition
International Electrical Code, 2005 Edition
International Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities Code, 2003 Edition
International Fire Code, 2006 Edition, including all Appendices
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