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2. The uses, values, and enjoyment of other property in the neighborhood for purposes already permitted shall be in no foreseeable manner substantially impaired or diminished by establishment, maintenance or operation of the conditional use. • The property on which Enbridge proposed to construct its pump station is already being utilized for multiple pipeline and utility purposes. A large American Transmission Company (ATC) distribution sub-station and the existing Enbridge "Waterloo" pumping station are currently located at the site is. The ATC substation provides power to Wisconsin Electric Power Company (WEPCO) for distribution to surrounding communities. The existing Enbridge pumps station is of the same use as the proposed pumping station. By expanding its existing pump station, and co-locating with other utility uses, Enbridge has maximized its existing facilities to the greatest extent possible; thereby,minimizing the impacts to the neighborhood. • The expanded Enbridge "Waterloo Station," like Enbridge's other pump stations, is designed, built and landscaped to minimize visual impact, thus protecting the comfort or general welfare of the nearby citizens. • Enbridge has incorporated the adjoining residential landowner's request into the design of the station, which includes matching the new building color to that of the existing building and installing noise attenuation insulation into the pump shelter to reduce sound from the equipment housed inside. • The expansion at Enbridge "Waterloo Station" will not require pipeline replacement or construction outside of Enbridge facilities. All work will be performed on property Enbridge leases. • Station facilities are secured and fenced, with lighting designed to provide security yet minimal disturbance to neighbors. Any noise from the pumps is insulated within the buildings, which look like a typical storage, or pole building; sound is similar to an air conditioner unit at about 50 feet from the fence. Typical background noise levels from our pump stations, in a rural setting, are approximately 40 decibels at a distance of 300 meters. • During construction, an average of 10-12 semi-trucks will be transporting supplies to and from the facility as needed;construction workers will have their own vehicles. Once the facility is operational,there will be one to two trucks routinely travelling to and from the facility for operation and maintenance activities. Enbridge will make every effort to minimize disruption to adjacent neighbors. • To minimize environmental impacts in the event of a release, Enbridge pump stations have protective barriers, including berms and graded soil, in place to protect the surrounding area. Berms are built according to Enbridge specifications and regulatory requirements using clay or compacted soil and grading to allow drainage to a designated area within the facility and on Enbridge property.