Auburn-Comp-Plan-Compiled

P olicy E lements

3. The visual impact of private utilities shall be mitigated through undergrounding, colocation, screening, or other mitigation techniques. Views from private property, rights-of-way, and the surrounding community shall be considered when mitigating visual impact. 4. When granting franchise agreements, right-of-way permits, and other city approvals to utility providers, evidence shall be provided that documents Sustainability development practices that will be incorporated into construction activities.

Policies 1. Private utility companies should strive to provide utility services to all segments of the Auburn population and areas of the community. 2. All new utility and telecommunication lines shall be located underground within all new developments. The City will also work with utility companies to relocate existing distribution, service, and telecommunication lines underground

as a part of system upgrades, urban revitalization, and city capital projects whenever it is economically and technologically feasible.

Private Utilities Action Plan

Lead

Partners

Short Term (2016–2018)

Explore opportunities to enhance the use of franchise fees and taxes.

CDPW* – Public Works, Finance

Mayor’s Office, City Attorney, IT

CDPW – Public Works, City Attorney, Innovation and Technology

Review and update the City’s Municipal Code for consistency with any regulatory changes as it relates to franchises.

Mayor’s Office, City Council, CDPW

Moderate Term (2019–2025)

City Council, Planning Commission, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney, CDPW City Council, Planning Commission, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney, CDPW City Council, Planning Commission, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney, CDPW City Council, Planning Commission, Mayor’s Office, City Attorney, CDPW

In 2021, update Private Utilities Element.

In 2022, update city zoning regulations to be consistent with update to Private Utilities Element

CORE PLAN

Long Term (2026–2035)

In 2028, update Private Utilities Element.

In 2029, update city zoning regulations to be consistent with update to Private Utilities Element * CDPW = Community Development and Public Works.

C4-13