§ 15.795

1. The purpose of the regulations and provisions of this chapter shall be to provide the County with the maximum control, consistent with such other laws, over major electrical transmission and distribution projects and to insure that new transmission line construction is minimized, that new lines are efficiently located when needed, that all feasible alternatives have been exhausted, and that all impacts of the project are disclosed.

2. Notwithstanding the provisions of Division 3, all major electrical transmission and distribution projects shall comply with this chapter. (Ord. 1221 § 2, 2010)

1. Applications for a conditional use permit shall be filed as required by Chapter 15.09. In addition to this information, the applicant shall also include the following:

   1. A description of a reasonable range of alternatives to the proposed project, including alternatives that use or expand existing rights-of-way; and

   2. All application materials (maps, site plans, etc.) necessary to illustrate the proposed location of the proposed facilities and all alternative locations; and 3. A photo simulation of the proposed project and each alternative from at least six locations along its route in the County. Additional locations shall be provided if the Director deems necessary to illustrate the scope of the project. Each location shall include simulated views of project facilities from four directions (north, south, east, and west) and;

   3. A narrative explanation of the route of the proposed project and each alternative, together with a discussion of any alternative locations and project alternatives considered by the applicant but not formally included for County consideration; and

   4. For the proposed project and each alternative, all of the following:

      1. Estimated cost, including construction, land acquisition, and other development costs;

      2. A description of the type of vegetation and soils that would be removed or impacted by construction;

      3. A map showing the number, types, uses, and distances of buildings, public and private airports, dedicated open space, and parklands located within a 2,000 foot wide corridor of project infrastructure;

      4. An analysis of the audible noise and lighting impacts of the proposal, together with any other studies reasonably necessary for the County to perform its duties as a lead or responsible agency in connection with the environmental review of the project; and

      5. An analysis of the potential adverse human health effects of the project on those present in residential areas, schools, licensed day-care facilities, playgrounds, and other developed areas in reasonable proximity to the project. The analysis shall use the best available scientific information at the time it is conducted.

      6. An analysis of potential economic impacts on agriculture and related support industries. The Director may also require an analysis of potential economic impacts on other relevant matters.

2. In addition to the application fee required by Section 15.09.010, the project applicant shall reimburse all County costs associated with reviewing the application which are not covered by the prescribed fee. In the event that the County is required to review a proposed transmission corridor zone pursuant to California Government Code Section 25334 or other provisions of law, such costs shall also be reimbursed by the project applicant. (Ord. 1221 § 2, 2010)

15.795.040 Coordination And Documentation

Included with the filed application for a use permit in connection with a major electrical transmission and distribution project, the applicant shall provide the County with copies of all applications for state, federal, and other permits and licenses in connection with the proposed project. Promptly following the issuance of any state or federal permits or licenses, biological opinions, records of decision, memoranda of understanding, exemptions, variances, or similar authorizations or approvals related to the proposed project, the applicant shall provide copies of those documents to the County. (Ord. 1221 § 2, 2010)

15.795.050 Public Outreach

For all major electrical transmission and distribution projects that traverse a significant portion of the County, and whose impacts are not likely to be isolated to a small geographic area, the Director may require the applicant to present the application to interested members of the public at one or more public meetings to be arranged by the applicant. Such meetings shall be in addition to any hearings on the permit application held by the planning commission and the board of supervisors. The Director and the applicant shall, if requested by the Director, develop a mutually acceptable public outreach program that includes such meeting(s) and any similar public outreach efforts to be undertaken by the applicant. (Ord. 1221 § 2, 2010)

15.795.060 Review Criteria

A conditional use permit for such projects may only be approved if all of the following findings are made based on substantial evidence in the record in addition to those required by Section 15.22.020:

1. The proposed project is consistent with any applicable policies in the General Plan and any applicable specific plan(s).

2. There is a demonstrated need for the proposed project;

3. To the greatest feasible (as that term is defined in Public Utilities Code Section 12808.5) extent, the project utilizes existing infrastructure and rights-of-way or, alternatively, expands existing rights-of-way, in that order of preference;

4. There are no feasible alternatives that are superior to the proposed project, taking into consideration and balancing the considerations set forth in this Section; 5. The proposed project would not have adverse human health effects, particularly with respect to individuals present in residential areas, schools, licensed day-care facilities, playgrounds, and other developed areas in reasonable proximity to the project;

5. To the greatest feasible extent, the proposed project does not have a significant adverse effect on the environment, agriculture, existing land uses and activities, areas with significant scenic qualities, or other relevant considerations of public health, safety, or welfare;

6. To the greatest feasible extent, the proposed project avoids lands preserved by the County for public park purposes;

7. To the greatest feasible extent, the proposed project avoids lands preserved by a conservation easement or similar deed restriction for agricultural, habitat, or other purposes. The board of supervisors may waive this requirement if the applicant provides documentation that the project does not conflict with the conservation easement or deed restriction, or that the conservation easement or deed restriction was provided as mitigation for the impacts of a prior development project. However, it shall only be amended or extinguished if adequate substitute mitigation is provided by the applicant;

   9. The proposed project complies with all laws, regulations, and rules regarding airport safety conditions and similar matters, and will not require a significant change in the operations of a public or private airport in the County, create an undue hazard for aircraft, or substantially hinder aerial spraying operations;

   10. To the greatest feasible extent, operations of the proposed project would not create conditions that unduly reduce or interfere with public or private television, radio, telemetry, or other electromagnetic communications signals; and

   11. The applicant has agreed to conduct all roadwork and other site development work in compliance with all laws, regulations, and rules relating to dust control, air quality, erosion, and sediment control, as well as any permits issued pursuant thereto. (Ord. 1221 § 2, 2010)

• 15.797 Cannabis 15.797.010 Purpose 15.797.020 Prohibited Uses 15.797.030 Exemptions 15.797.040 Nuisance 15.797.050 Enforcement

15.797.010 Purpose

It is the intent and purpose of this Chapter to implement State law by providing a means for regulating the cultivation, selling, distributing, dispensing, manufacturing or testing of cannabis in a manner consistent with State law and which balances the health, safety, and welfare of the residents and businesses within the unincorporated territory of the County of Glenn. This Chapter is intended to be consistent with California’s medical cannabis laws and the Adult Use of Cannabis Act, and represents an exercise of the local authority retained by the County of Glenn under those laws. (Ord. 1288 §5, 2020 Ord. 1278§ 9, 2019; Ord. 1275, 2019; Ord. 1261 § 6 & 7, 2017; Ord. 1233 § 2, 2012;)

15.797.020 Prohibited Uses

1. Subject only to the exemptions in this ordinance and to the fullest extent allowed by state law, the following uses are prohibited in all zoning districts of the County: 1. The cultivation of cannabis.

   2. The delivery of cannabis.

   3. The establishment or operation of a location, facility, or business, that sells, distributes, dispenses, manufacturers, or tests cannabis.

   4. The establishment, development, construction, maintenance, operation, or enlargement of any cannabis dispensary or retailer for medical or non-medical purposes or any collective and/or cooperative, as these terms are defined herein. (Ord. 1288 §6, 2020; Ord. 1278§ 11, 2019; Ord. 1275, 2019; Ord. 1261 § 8 & 9, 2017; Ord. 1233 § 2, 2012)