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SUMMARY SHEET
Planner: Kim Ogle
Case Number: USR13-0032 Hearing Date: August 6, 2013
Continued to September 17, 2013
Applicant: Public Service Company of Colorado, do Derek Holscher
Address: 1800 Larimer Street, Suite #400, Denver, Colorado 80202
Request: A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Major Facility
of a Public Utility (one (1) 115kV Transmission line extending approximately 2.5
miles) in the A (Agricultural), R-1 (Low Density Residential), and 1-3 (Industrial)
Zone Districts
Legal Description:
Commencing at the Monfort substation located in the SE4 of Section 32,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West heading easterly to the SW4 of Section 33,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West then south to the future right-of-way for
County Road 62, heading easterly to a point located in the SE4 of Section 33,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West then north to the SE4 of Section 28, Township
6 North, Range 65 West of the 6th P.M. Weld County, Colorado
Location: Generally located North of East "C" Street; 0.5 miles West of County Road 43;
South of County Road 64.5; East of 6th Avenue
Size of Parcel: Approximately 22.7 acres within transmission line easement
POSSIBLE ISSUES SUMMARIZED FROM APPLICATION MATERIALS
The criteria for review of this Special Review Permit is listed in Section 23-2-220 of the Weld County
Code.
The Department of Planning Services' staff has received responses with comments from the following
agencies:
$ Colorado Department of Transportation referral dated May 21, 2013
$ Weld County Department of Public Works, referral dated June 3, 2013
$ Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment, referral dated June 6, 2013
$ City of Greeley Development Review referral dated June 6, 2013 and September 12, 2013
The Department of Planning Services' staff has received responses without comments from the following
agencies:
• Weld County Zoning Compliance, referral dated May 20, 2013
• Western Hills Fire Protection District, referral dated May 20, 2013
• West Greeley Soil Conservation District referral dated May 29, 2013
• Weld County Department of Building Inspection, referral dated June 5, 2013
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Monfort Substation to DCP Lucerne Gas Plant - 115 kV Transmission Line
• Public Service Company of Colorado, referral dated June 10, 2013
The Department of Planning Services' staff has not received responses from the following agencies:
S Weld County Sheriff's Office
S Weld County Office of Emergency Management
S Colorado Historical Society
S Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife
S Greeley Weld County Airport Authority
• Eaton Fire Protection District
• Union Pacific Rail Road
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SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT
ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Kim Ogle
USR13-0032 Hearing Date: August 6, 2013
Public Service Company of Colorado, do Derek Holscher
1800 Larimer Street, Suite #400, Denver, Colorado 80202
A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Major Facility
of a Public Utility (one (1) 115kV Transmission line extending approximately 2.5
miles) in the A (Agricultural), R-1 (Low Density Residential), and 1-3 (Industrial)
Zone Districts
Commencing at the Monfort substation located in the SE4 of Section 32,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West heading easterly to the SW4 of Section 33,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West then south to the future right-of-way for
County Road 62, heading easterly to a point located in the SE4 of Section 33,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West then north to the SE4 of Section 28, Township
6 North, Range 65 West of the 6th P.M. Weld County, Colorado
Generally located North of East "C" Street; 0.5 miles West of County Road 43;
South of County Road 64.5; East of 6th Avenue
Approximately 22.7 acres
0803-32-0-00-070; 0803-32-0-00-015;
0803-32-0-00-046;0803-33-0-00-010;
0803-33-0-00-015; 0803-33-0-00-034;
0803-33-0-00-032; 0803-33-0-00-035;
0803-28-0-00-037
0803-32-0-00-069; 0803-32-0-00-020;
0803-33-0-00-057; 0803-33-0-00-014;
0803-33-0-00-016; 0803-33-0-00-017;
0803-33-0-00-031; 0803-28-4-00-005;
Narrative:
Public Service of Colorado (PSCo) is proposing to construct a new 115 -kV transmission line in Weld
County. The transmission line will begin at PSCo's Monfort Substation located in the SE 1/4 of Section 32,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West and terminate at DCP (Duke Conoco Phillips) Midstream's Lucerne
gas plant located on the SE '/a of Section 28, Township 6 North, Range 65 West. The project requires a
new 75 -foot right-of-way over an area of approximately 2.5 miles where land cover is primarily
agricultural. The purpose of this project is to serve the electrical needs of DCP. DCP is proposing to
expand their existing Lucerne gas compressing plant [USR13-0026], which will include the construction
of a new transformer station to facilitate the required electricity for the expansion. In order to satisfy the
electric power requirements, DCP has requested that PSCo construct a radial 115 -kV transmission line
from the existing PSCo Monfort Substation to the expanded Lucerne gas compressing plant.
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Monfort Substation to DCP Lucerne Gas Plant - 115 kV Transmission Line
THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES' STAFF RECOMMENDS THAT THIS REQUEST BE
APPROVED FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
1. The submitted materials are in compliance with the application requirements of Chapter 21 of the
Weld County Code
2. It is the opinion of the Department of Planning Services' staff that the applicant has shown
compliance with Section 21-3-340. A of the Weld County Code, as follows:
Section 21-3-340.A.1 — The health, welfare and safety of the citizens of the County will be
protected and served.
The Design Standards (Section 23-2-240), Operation Standards (Section 23-2-250), Conditions of
Approval, and Development Standards ensure that there are adequate provisions for the
protection of health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and County.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.2 -The natural and socio-economic environment of the County will be protected
and enhanced.
There are no significant prevalent natural hazards in the area that will affect, or be affected by, the
project. Historically the area has been dominated by irrigated agricultural uses.
Section 21-3-340.A.3 -- All reasonable alternatives to the proposed action, including use of existing
rights -of -way and joint use of rights -of -way wherever uses are compatible, have been adequately
assessed and the proposed action is compatible with and represents the best interests of the people
of the County and represents a fair and reasonable utilization of resources in the impact area.
Three transmission line corridor alternatives were evaluated to address the need of the Project.
Alternative 1 Taking no action would result in no power delivery to the proposed substation at the
Lucerne gas compressing plant expansion. Without the proposed substation, power for the Project
would need to be supplied by generators. In order to run the generators, DCP would need to include
the emissions from the generators into the air quality permit. Due to the Denver metro airshed not
meeting EPA mandated standards for air pollution, the additional emissions from the generators
would make an emissions permit difficult and time consuming to obtain. The No Action Alternative
does not meet the need of the Project.
Alternative 2. Supply power to the proposed substation at the Lucerne gas compressing plant
expansion through the existing PSCo 44 -kV transmission line; engineering review confirmed that
elements on the system are loaded to near their thermal rating limits. It was also determined
that no available room for load growth exists on the 44 -kV system without significant
reinforcements.
Alternative 3. Construct a new transmission line connection from the Monfort Substation to the
proposed substation at the Lucerne gas compressing plant. The construction of the new line
provides a cost-effective, secure, and reliable source of power for the proposed Lucerne gas
compressing plant expansion.
The applicants sought public input, on October 26, 2012, PSCo mailed a letter to all landowners
within the study area explaining the Project and the purpose that it would serve. The letter identified
the Monfort Substation, the DCP Lucerne gas compressing plant, and explained that the proposed
transmission line must connect the two. Recipients were provided with contact information and
were invited to call PSCo with comments or questions about the Project, as well as input regarding
potential routes for the transmission line. PSCo staff spoke with each individual who called.
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Monfort Substation to DCP Lucerne Gas Plant - 115 kV Transmission Line
Due to the minimal response from the public, PSCo went ahead and identified three route
alternatives. A follow-up letter was mailed to all the landowners within the study area on December
7, 2012 informing them of the selection of three route alternatives. The letter included a map
depicting the three alternatives and asked the public to provide their input by either calling or
emailing PSCo directly or using a self addressed, stamped envelope that was provided.
PSCo also held a public open house meeting at the Rodarte Community Center on Wednesday
March 13, 2013 from 4-6pm. At the meeting graphic materials and other information were on
display and the public was asked to provide their input. PSCo staff was also available to answer
any questions. Most of the questions from the public were around the location of the transmission
line and if the project could be constructed and operated in a way so that current agricultural
operations were not significantly impacted.
As the preferred route was identified, PSCo staff reached out individually to the
landowners whose property would be impacted by that route. PSCo continues to work
with those landowners to minimize and mitigate impacts to their properties.
The new 2.5 -mile transmission line would consist of approximately 25-28 structures. The
structures would be single pole steel structures spaced approximately 400-550 feet apart. The
transmission line would have three conductors and an overhead optical ground wire for internal
PSCo communications. Transmission poles would be directly embedded in soil, except at
changes in direction of the line. At these locations, the poles would be installed on reinforced
concrete foundations, approximately 5-7 feet in diameter and 20-30 feet deep.
There are no socio-economic constraints associated with the project.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.4 --A satisfactory program to mitigate and minimize adverse impacts has been
presented.
The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife and the State Historical Society did not return a
referral response. The vicinity of the Project site is characterized by agricultural uses, primarily
farming and ranching. The surrounding vegetation communities can be characterized as
disturbed grassland. Permanent removal of vegetation would occur at structure sites.
Construction would occur in an area that has been previously disturbed, and impacts to native
vegetation communities are expected to be minimal. Access would incorporate the use of
existing access drives as well as overland in nature and minimal vegetation would be disturbed.
The Cache La Poudre River and Eaton Draw are located west of the Monfort Substation in
Section 32 and outside of the Project area. There is floodplain located within the Project area,
south of the substation, associated to the Cache La Poudre River and Eaton Draw. PSCo will
work with Public Works to obtain a Flood Hazard Development Permit if required. Neither
wetlands nor wetland vegetation was observed in association with the floodplain.
Impacts to wetlands and water resources would not occur from the Project. The Project would
not impact hydrologic flow of surface water or groundwater, nor would it affect groundwater
recharge.
Given the established use of the site and the surrounding agricultural use, the area is unlikely
to support quality habitat for many species. Common wildlife such as coyote, fox, skunk,
rabbits, and various birds are likely to be present in the area and are expected to occasionally
pass through the site, but the site is not likely to support nesting or denning habitat for most
species. Only minimal impacts to wildlife are expected to occur, and these would likely be
limited to temporary disturbance from construction activities. Mark Leslie, Area Wildlife
Manager with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, had a chance to review the details of the project
early on. Afterwards Mark stated "at this time we don't have any serious issues with the
transmission line but it will depend on the exact alignment that is chosen and the timing of the
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year so as to avoid issues with ground nesting birds and nesting/roosting raptors." He will
provide further review of the application when it's sent to him during the referral period.
To preclude avian electrocutions and minimize collision risk, PSCo would incorporate its Avian
Protection Plan (APP) standards developed in part by using the Avian Power Line Interaction
Committee's Suggested Practices for Avian Protection on Power Lines (APLIC 2006).
Section 21 -3 -340.A.5 --The nature and location or expansion of the facility complies with all
applicable provisions of the master plan of this County, and other applicable regional,
metropolitan, state and national plans.
The transmission line will be located within the 3 -mile referral area of the City of Greeley which
returned a referral response dated May 22, 2013 noting that the route proposed is entirely
contained within the Long Range Expected Growth Area [LREGA] of the City of Greeley. This is
the area within which the City expects to grow over the next twenty plus years. This particular
area within the LREGA is considered an Industrial Employment area within the City's Land Use
Guidance Map. The extension of utility infrastructure makes future development of this area
more likely, and where possible the City requires undergrounding of new utilities. Finally, per the
City of Greeley 2035 Comprehensive Plan, "C" Street (County Road 62) will ultimately be a
collector roadway with a right-of-way width of ninety (90) feet. If alignment "Route C" is pursued,
then the location of the electric line shall be located outside of the future road right-of-way, and if
alignment "Route B" is pursued, the City code requires street trees along right-of-way which
generally conflict with overhead power lines. The proposed route, Route B, will reduce utility
conflicts in the future as this area urbanizes. Route A or the preferred route
Section 21-3-340.A.6 --The nature and location or expansion of the facility does not unduly or
unreasonably impact existing community services.
The applicant indicates that they will work with Public Works to ensure there are no adverse
effects on county roads. PSCo would work with the Weld County Public Works Department to
determine the appropriate construction method to access the construction area. All mobile
construction equipment would be certified to operate on Interstate highways. There may be short
periods of time when traffic would be halted on North First Avenue to allow construction vehicles
to enter and exit the construction area.
Approximately 30 construction workers would be employed during the course of the
approximately 3 -month construction period. The maximum number of construction workers at any
one time would be approximately 15 workers. Given the short construction schedule, the site will
not generate significant demands on community services such as the school district.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.7 --The nature and location or expansion of the facility will not create an
expansion of the demand for government services beyond the reasonable capacity of the
community or region to provide such services, as determined by the Board of County
Commissioners.
It is anticipated that the Project would have a small beneficial impact to the local economy.
Construction contractors, regardless of origin, would likely spend money in the City of Greeley for
fuel, food, or other supplies. During the construction period, the local economy may see a small
influx of dollars and a small increase in sales tax revenue. The footprints of the proposed
structures would be the only land removed from current use. Land between the transmission
structures would remain available for farming, grazing, or other operations that do not interfere
with safe and reliable operation of the transmission line.
The Project area is located within District 1 of the Weld County Sheriffs Department and is
within the jurisdiction of the Eaton Fire Protection District. Public roads are maintained by
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the Weld County Department of Public Works. The nearest hospital is the North Colorado
Medical Center, located in Greeley. None of these services is expected to be affected,
unless emergency situations occur.
The proposed Project would not have any adverse effects on physical or socioeconomic
development of the area, and the Project would not cause any residents or businesses to be
displaced.
Section 21-3-340.A.8-- The facility site or expansion area is not in an area with general
meteorological and climatological conditions which would unreasonably interfere with or obstruct
normal operations and maintenance.
The proposed site was selected because it does not affect the meteorological and climatological
condition.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.9 --The nature and location of the facility or expansion will not adversely affect
the water rights of any upstream, downstream or agricultural users, adjacent communities or
other water users.
The application states that the project will not impact hydrologic flow of either surface of either
surface water or groundwater, nor will it affect groundwater recharge. Existing drainage patterns
will be preserved. Permanent facilities would not be located in stream channels, appropriately
sized culverts will be installed to maintain channel flow and morphology.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.10 --Adequate water supplies are available for facility needs.
Bottled water will be used during construction of the transmission line.
Section 21-3-340.A.11— The nature and location of the facility or expansion will not unduly
interfere with existing easements, rights -of -way, other utilities, canals, mineral claims or roads.
The applicants have negotiated land lease and easement agreements with property owners
within the transmission line corridor. Remaining agreements will be obtained once the Weld
County permitting processes are complete.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.12 --Adequate electric, gas, telephone, water, sewage and other utilities exist
or shall be developed to service the site.
This is an unmanned facility consisting of one 115kV transmission line, therefore utility services
are not required post construction. This is an adequate level of electric, gas, telephone, water,
sewage and other utilities in the area.
Section 21 -3 -340.A.13 -The nature and location for expansion of the facility will not unduly
interfere with any significant wildlife habitat or adversely affect any endangered wildlife species,
unique natural resource or historic landmark within the impact area.
The Colorado Division of Parks and Wildlife and the State Historical Society did not return a
referral response. The vicinity of the Project site is characterized by agricultural uses, primarily
farming and ranching. The surrounding vegetation communities can be characterized as
disturbed grassland. Permanent removal of vegetation would occur at structure sites.
Construction would occur in an area that has been previously disturbed, and impacts to native
vegetation communities are expected to be minimal. Access would incorporate the use of
existing access drives as well as overland in nature and minimal vegetation would be disturbed.
The Cache La Poudre River and Eaton Draw are located west of the Monfort Substation in
Section 32 and outside of the Project area. There is floodplain located within the Project area,
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Monfort Substation to DCP Lucerne Gas Plant - 115 kV Transmission Line
south of the substation, associated to the Cache La Poudre River and Eaton Draw. PSCo will
work with Public Works to obtain a Flood Hazard Development Permit if required. Neither
wetlands nor wetland vegetation was observed in association with the floodplain.
Impacts to wetlands and water resources would not occur from the Project. The Project would
not impact hydrologic flow of surface water or groundwater, nor would it affect groundwater
recharge.
Given the established use of the site and the surrounding agricultural use, the area is unlikely
to support quality habitat for many species. Common wildlife such as coyote, fox, skunk,
rabbits, and various birds are likely to be present in the area and are expected to occasionally
pass through the site, but the site is not likely to support nesting or denning habitat for most
species. Only minimal impacts to wildlife are expected to occur, and these would likely be
limited to temporary disturbance from construction activities. Mark Leslie, Area Wildlife
Manager with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, had a chance to review the details of the project
early on. Afterwards Mark stated "at this time we don't have any serious issues with the
transmission line but it will depend on the exact alignment that is chosen and the timing of the
year so as to avoid issues with ground nesting birds and nesting/roosting raptors." He will
provide further review of the application when it's sent to him during the referral period.
To preclude avian electrocutions and minimize collision risk, PSCo would incorporate its Avian
Protection Plan (APP) standards developed in part by using the Avian Power Line Interaction
Committee's Suggested Practices for Avian Protection on Power Lines (APLIC 2006).
PSCo performed a Class I archaeological database search of the Project area. Only two
previously recorded sites were found within the Project area. One site is located north of the
Lucerne gas plant and the other is south of the Monfort Substation. Both are located outside any
of the alternative routes and would not be impacted by the Project. Contact with Dan Corson at
the Colorado Office of Archaeology & Historic Preservation was made to discuss the project. Mr.
Corson had no issues with the project as long as the file search was completed and incorporated
into the land use application.
Section 21-3-340.A.14 — The nature and location or expansion of the facility, including expected
growth and development related to the operation and provision of service, will not significantly
deteriorate water or air quality in the impact area.
Construction would last approximately three months. Construction activities associated with the
proposed transmission line would generate less than significant amounts of particulate matter
from soil disturbances and diesel -powered equipment, and less than significant amounts of
carbon monoxide and the precursor pollutants to ozone formation from tailpipe emissions. Any
air pollutants generated would be widely dispersed across the Project area, short term in
duration, and minimized by the small scale of construction operations for excavating foundations
and placing single pole transmission structures. Air pollutants also would be minimized through
implementation of dust suppression and proper vehicle maintenance. Therefore, Project
construction is not expected to contribute to the air quality status in the area. There would be no
long-term air quality effects associated with routine operation and maintenance of the proposed
transmission line. Once construction activities have been completed, but before vegetation has
been re-established, some minor amount of additional dust could occur. The generation of dust
would be monitored by PSCo, and the appropriate action would be taken to control the dust and
ensure that potential wind erosion is minimized.
Weld County is an attainment area for all measured pollutants, including particulate matter smaller
than 10 micrometers in diameter (PM10). The proposed Project is an overhead electric
transmission line. No air emissions would result from operation of the transmission line.
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There would be no direct impacts to water quality associated with regular operation or
maintenance of the transmission line. The Project would not create runoff in excess of historic
levels and would not change existing topography or adversely affect drainage. There would be
no alteration in the pattern or intensity of surface drainage as a result of construction or
operation of the transmission line. It is important to state that a few transmission structures
just outside the Monfort Substation will be situated within the boundaries of a 100- year or 500 -
year floodplain (Firm Community Panel Map No. 080266 0628C dated September 28, 1982).
PSCo will work with the County Floodplain Administrator on the required plans and permits. A
portion of the Project site is located within the Airport Critical Flight Zone within the Airport
Overlay District. However, there are no Code of Federal Regulations Part 77 restrictions
(objects affecting navigable airspace) within the Project area. The Project would not affect
navigable airspace. During the siting of the Project, Greeley -Weld County Airport Manager
Gary Cyr had a chance to review the transmission line route alternatives. After review, Gary
stated that he didn't see any issue with impacts to the Greeley -Weld County Airport and to
please move forward with the project.
Section 21-3-340.A.15 — The geological and topographic features of the site are adequate for all
construction, clearing, grading, drainage, vegetation and other needs of the facility construction or
expansion.
The vicinity of the Project site is characterized by agricultural uses, primarily production
agriculture, farming and ranching. The surrounding vegetation communities can be characterized
as disturbed grassland. The geological and topographic features will be adequate for the
transmission line corridor as the transmission corridor is relatively flat with slopes of 0-9% across
the project site. Permanent removal of vegetation and agricultural crops would occur at structure
sites. Construction would occur in an area that has been previously disturbed, and impacts to
native vegetation communities are expected to be minimal.
Section 21-3-340.A.16 — The existing water quality of affected state waters will not be degraded
below state and federal standards or established baseline levels.
There would be no direct impacts to water quality associated with the regular operation or
maintenance of the transmission line. The existing water quality of affected state waters will not
be degraded below state and federal standards or established baseline levels by the project.
Section 21-3-340.A.17 — The proposed project will not have a significantly adverse net effect on
the capacities or functioning of streams, lakes and reservoirs in the impact area, nor on the
permeability, volume, recharge capability and depth of aquifers in the impact area.
According to the application, construction and maintenance of the transmission line would not
measurably impact surface water or groundwater quality. Additionally, there would be no long-
term impacts to surface water or groundwater hydrology as a result of construction or
operation of the transmission line. The Project would not impact hydrologic flow of either
surface water or groundwater, nor would it affect groundwater recharge.
Further, subsurface drainage would not be impacted by the proposed transmission line. There
would be no direct impacts to water quality associated with regular operation or maintenance of
the transmission line. Project construction would not create runoff in excess of previous site
levels and would not change existing topography or adversely affect drainage. There would be
no alteration in the pattern or intensity of surface drainage as a result of construction or operation
of the transmission line facility. Therefore, a Drainage Report is not required. A range of
measures ensuring the Project does not impact water quality is will be implemented prior to
construction, including a Storm Water Permit for Construction Activities would be acquired from
the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
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Section 21-3-340.A.18 — The benefits of the proposed developments outweigh the losses of any
natural resources or reduction of productivity of agricultural lands as a result of the proposed
development.
The majority of the site consists of agricultural uses, primarily production agriculture, farming and
ranching. The facility will have limited impact on agricultural lands within the transmission line
corridor project site and minimal impact on future land use. Permanent facilities upon completion
will only cover approximately 23 acres.
Section 21-3-340.A.19 — The applicant has obtained or will obtain all property rights, permits and
approvals necessary for the proposed project, including surface, mineral and water rights and
easements for drainage, disposal, utilities, access, etc. If the applicant has not obtained all
necessary property rights, permits and approvals, the Board may, at its discretion, grant the
permit conditioned upon completion of the acquisition of such rights prior to issuance of a zoning
or building permit by the County.
The application indicates that individual land lease agreements have been obtained or will be
obtained between PSCo and the affected property owners. The applicant has obtained or will
obtain all property rights, permits and approvals necessary for the proposed project, including
surface, mineral and water rights and easements for drainage, disposal, utilities, access, et
cetera, with approval by the Board of County Commissioners.
Section 21-3-340.A.20 — The proposed project (nonlinear facilities) will not present an
unreasonable risk of exposure to or release of toxic or hazardous substances within the impact
area. The determination of effects of the project shall include the following considerations:
a. The means by which outdoor storage facilities for fuel, raw materials, equipment and
related items are adequately enclosed by a fence or wall.
b. The likelihood of hazardous materials or wastes being moved off the site by natural
causes or forces.
Containment of inflammable or explosive liquids, solids or gases
The proposed project will not present an unreasonable risk of exposure to or release of toxic or
hazardous substances within the impact area. There are no fuel facilities, raw materials,wastes,
inflammable or explosive liquids, solids, or gases located along the transmission line alignment, or
on any site associated with this proposal. The Health Department is requiring that a waste
handling plan be submitted as a condition of approval.
Section 21-3-340.A.21 — The scope and nature of the proposed project will not unnecessarily
duplicate existing services within the County.
The scope and nature of the proposed project will not unnecessarily duplicate existing services
within the county. The proposed transmission line will address a specific demand for electricity
for DCP Midstream's Lucerne Gas Plant and enable this facility to meet its long term air
attainment requirements.
Section 21-3-340.A.22 — If the purpose and need for the proposed project are to meet the needs
of an increasing population within the County, the area and community development plans and
population trends demonstrate clearly a need for such development.
The purpose of the 115kV transmission line is to provide the DCP Lucerne Gas Plant with electric
service that is reliable and operates efficiently while helping to ensure an adequate and
dependable supply of electrical power to meet the needs of for future development. Further, the
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City of Greeley in their referral dated May 22, 2013 noted that the preferred route proposed is
entirely contained within the Long Range Expected Growth Area [LREGA] of the City of Greeley
which the City expects to grow over the next twenty plus years. The extension of utility
infrastructure makes future development of this area more likely.
The Project is proposed in response to DCP Midstream's need for additional energy resources to
meet their electric service demands at the Lucerne Gas Plant. Public Service Company of
Colorado (PSCo), an Xcel Energy Company, proposes to construct a new 115 -kilovolt (kV)
electric transmission line in unincorporated Weld County, Colorado. PSCo is requesting approval
of the preferred route for the proposed DCP Lucerne 115 -kV Transmission Line Project (Project).
The purpose of this project is to serve the electrical needs of DCP. DCP is a business that's in
the midstream segment of the natural gas industry. As part of its business, DCP gathers natural
gas from wellheads, performs gas processing, and transmits final products to customers via
pipelines. In Weld County, DCP operates an extensive network of gathering pipelines as
well as seven gas producing plants. The area has recently seen rapid expansion as new
drilling technologies are allowing more oil and gas to be produced. As a result, gas gathering
and processing capacity needs to be expanded in order to meet the growing production.
To meet these needs, DCP is proposing to expand their existing Lucerne gas compressing
plant, which will include the construction of a new transformer station to facilitate the required
electricity for the expansion. In order to satisfy the electric power requirements, DCP has
requested that PSCo construct a radial 115 -kV transmission line from the existing PSCo
Monfort Substation to DCP's new on site transformer station which will be located adjacent to
the expanded Lucerne gas compressing plant.
This recommendation is based, in part, upon a review of the application materials submitted by the
applicant, other relevant information regarding the request, and responses from referral entities.
The Department of Planning Services' staff recommendation for approval is conditional upon the
following:
1. The applicant agrees to implement any reasonable measures deemed necessary by the Planning
Commission to ensure that the health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of Weld County will
be protected and to mitigate or minimize any potential adverse impacts from the proposed facility.
2. Prior to recording the plat:
A. The applicant shall address the requirements of the Department of Public Works as
stated in their referral dated June 3, 2013. (Department of Planning Services)
B. A copy of the signed and recorded (construction and post -construction) lease
agreements (or other acceptable authorization from property owners) shall be submitted
to the Department of Planning Services. (Department of Planning Services)
C. A copy of signed and recorded ditch crossing agreements (or other acceptable
authorization) from ditch rights -of -way crossed by the pipeline shall be provided to the
Department of Planning Services. (Department of Planning Services)
D. A copy of signed and recorded Public Service of Colorado, Xcel Energy agreements (or
other acceptable authorization) from Public Service of Colorado, Xcel Energy rights -of -
way crossed by the pipeline shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services.
(Department of Planning Services)
E. The applicant shall contact the Colorado Department of Transportation [CDOT], Utilities
Division, to obtain the appropriate permits for the crossing or entering of CDOT right-of-
way. (CDOT)
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F. The applicant shall contact the Union Pacific Rail Road [UPRR], to obtain the appropriate
permits for the crossing or entering of UPRR right-of-way. (Department of Planning
Services)
G. The plat shall be amended to delineate the following:
All sheets of the plat shall be labeled USR13-0032. (Department of Planning
Services)
2. The plat shall be prepared in accordance with Section 23-2-260.D and 23-2-390
of the Weld County Code. (Department of Planning Services)
3. The attached Development Standards. (Department of Planning Services)
4. The final location of the permanent 75 foot transmission line easement with
dimension of permanent right-of-way, property ownership, parcel number, all
easements of record, and all physical encumbrances. (Department of Planning
Services)
5. The applicant shall indicate specifically on the plat the type of right-of-
way/easement and indicate whether it is dedicated, private, or deeded to provide
adequate access to the parcel. Road right of way shall also be indicated on the
plat. (Department of Public Works)
6. The location of FEMA's floodplain boundaries. (Department of Public Works)
7. North 1st Street and Balsam Avenue are designated on the Weld County Road
Classification Plan as local roads, which require 60 feet of right-of-way at full
build out. The applicant shall verify the existing right-of-way and the documents
creating the right-of-way and this information shall be noted on the plat. All
setbacks shall be measured from the edge of future right-of-way. If the right-of-
way cannot be verified, it shall be dedicated. These roads are maintained by
Weld County. (Department of Public Works)
8. County Road 64 is designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan as a
arterial road, which requires 140 feet of right-of-way at full build out. There is
presently 60 feet of right-of-way. An additional 40feet shall be delineated on the
plat as future County Road 64 right-of-way. All setbacks shall be measured from
the edge of future right-of-way. The applicant shall verify the existing right-of-
way and the documents creating the right-of-way and this information shall be
noted on the plat. If the right-of-way cannot be verified, it shall be dedicated.
This road is maintained by Weld County. (Department of Public Works)
9. The City of Greeley 2035 Comprehensive Transportation Plan states that 1st
Avenue (CR 41), Balsam Avenue, "C" Street (CR 62) and "O" Street (CR 64) will
ultimately be two lane collector roadways with a right-of-way width of 90 feet. The
location of the overhead power line shall be situated outside of the future
roadway right-of-way.
2. One month prior to construction activities:
A. Contact the Permitting/Inspection agent for Weld County Public Works, for a Right -of -
Way permit for any work that may be required in the right-of-way. A special transport
permit will be required for any oversized or overweight vehicles that may access the site
and may also be obtained through the same office. (Department of Public Works)
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B. A vehicle tracking pad will be required at all crossings to keep from tracking mud or
debris on to Weld County roads. (Department of Public Works)
4. The applicant shall submit three (3) paper copies or one (1) electronic (.pdf) copy of the plat for
preliminary approval to the Weld County Department of Planning Services. (Department of
Planning Services)
5. Upon completion of Conditions of Approval numbers 1., 2. and 3., above the applicant shall
submit a Mylar plat along with all other documentation required as Conditions of Approval. The
Mylar plat shall be recorded in the office of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder by Department
of Planning Services' Staff. The plat shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of
Section 23-2-390 of the Weld County Code. The Mylar plat and additional requirements shall be
submitted within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Planning Commissioners
resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. (Department of
Planning Services)
6. In accordance with Weld County Code Ordinance 2005-7 approved June 1, 2005, should the plat
not be recorded within the required one hundred twenty (120) days from the date the application
was signed a $50.00 recording continuance charge may be added for each additional 3 month
period.
7. The Department of Planning Services respectively requests the surveyor provide a digital copy of
this Use by Special Review. Acceptable CAD formats are .dwg, .dxf, and .dgn (Microstation);
acceptable GIS formats are ArcView shapefiles, Arclnfo Coverages and Arclnfo Export files
format type is .e00. The preferred format for Images is .tif (Group 4). (Group 6 is not acceptable).
Thisdigitalfilemaybesenttomaps@co.weld.co.us. (Department of Planning Services)
8. The Use by Special Review activity shall not occur nor shall any building or electrical permits be
issued on the property until the Special Review plat is ready to be recorded in the office of the
Weld County Clerk and Recorder. (Department of Planning Services)
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Monfort Substation to DCP Lucerne Gas Plant - 115 kV Transmission Line
SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN
SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Public Service Company of Colorado
USR13-0032
1. A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit, USR13-0032, for a Major Facility
of a Public Utility (one (1) 115kV Transmission line extending approximately 2.5 miles) in the A
(Agricultural), R-1 (Low Density Residential), and 1-3 (Industrial) Zone Districts, subject to the
Development Standards stated hereon. (Department of Planning Services)
2. Approval of this plan may create a vested property right pursuant to Section 23-8-10 of the Weld
County Code. (Department of Planning Services)
3. The historical flow patterns and run-off amounts will be maintained on site in such a manner that
it will reasonably preserve the natural character of the area and prevent property damage of the
type generally attributed to run-off rate and velocity increases, diversions, concentration and/or
unplanned ponding of storm run-off. (Department of Public Works)
4 A vehicle tracking pad will be required at all crossings to keep from tracking mud or debris on to
Weld County roads. (Department of Public Works)
5 There shall be no parking or staging on Weld County Roads. Utilize your private easements or
rights -of -way. (Department of Public Works)
6. The contractor will utilize an existing contractor yard at the Monfort/Lucerne sites for its base of
operations with no new proposed staging or lay -down yards. A 75 foot private easement will be
used for the transmission line. (Department of Public Works)
7. A Right -of -Way Permit will be required at each County Road crossing, along with approved
signing details. Work with the Weld County Public Works Utility Coordinator. (Department of
Public Works)
8. Should noxious weeds exist on the property or become established as a result of the proposed
development, the applicant/landowner shall be responsible for controlling the noxious weeds,
pursuant to Section 15-1-180 of the Weld County Code. (Department of Public Works)
9. The applicant is required to comply with all Colorado Department of Health and Environment,
Water Quality Control Division regulations regarding storm water quality permitting and protection
and construction storm water discharges. (Department of Public Works)
10. All parking and vehicle storage shall be provided on site; parking shall not be permitted within any
public right-of-way. (Department of Public Works)
11. The Monfort substation is in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) as determined by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). A Flood Hazard Development Permit (FHDP) will be
required for any structures or proposed work within a floodplain. This floodplain area is in a
special MS4 drainage area and will require a higher level of best management practices (BMP's).
(Department of Public Works)
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12. The applicant must take into consideration storm water capture/quantity and provide accordingly
for best management practices. (Department of Public Works)
13. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act,
30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner that
protects against surface and groundwater contamination. (Department of Public Health and
Environment)
14. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not meant to include
those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid waste in the Solid Wastes
Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended. (Department of Public
Health and Environment)
15. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls fugitive dust,
fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. The facility
shall operate in accordance with the approved "waste handling plan", at all times. (Department of
Public Health and Environment)
16. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled along the construction route.
The facility shall operate in accordance with the approved "dust abatement plan", at all times.
(Department of Public Health and Environment)
17. Adequate toilet facilities (portable toilets) and handwashing units shall be provided during
construction of the project. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
18. Bottled water shall be utilized for drinking during construction of the project. (Department of
Public Health and Environment)
19. Environmental Protection Measures for Construction Projects, as identified in Appendix B of the
application, shall be adhered to. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
20. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the Non -Specified
Zone as delineated in Section 14-9-30 of the Weld County Code. (Department of Public Health
and Environment)
21. The facility shall comply with the Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.) permit requirements as
stipulated by the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado Department of Public Health and
Environment, as applicable. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
22. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State and Federal
agencies and the Weld County Code. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
23. Building Permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the
County -wide Road Impact Fee Program. (Ordinance 2011-2). (Department of Planning
Services)
24. Building Permits issued on the proposed lots, will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the
County Facility Fee and Drainage Impact Fee Program. (Ordinance 2011-2) (Department of
Planning Services)
25. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Design Standards of
Section 23-2-240, Weld County Code. (Department of Planning Services)
26. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Operation Standards
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of Section 23-2-250, Weld County Code. (Department of Planning Services)
27. Necessary personnel from the Weld County Departments of Planning Services, Public Works,
and Public Health and Environment shall be granted access onto the property at any reasonable
time in order to ensure the activities carried out on the property comply with the Conditions of
Approval and Development Standards stated herein and all applicable Weld County regulations.
(Department of Planning Services)
28. The Use by Special Review area shall be limited to the plans shown hereon and governed by the
foregoing standards and all applicable Weld County regulations. Substantial changes from the
plans or Development Standards as shown or stated shall require the approval of an amendment
of the Permit by the Weld County Board of County Commissioners before such changes from the
plans or Development Standards are permitted. Any other changes shall be filed in the office of
the Department of Planning Services. (Department of Planning Services)
29. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with all of the foregoing
Development Standards. Noncompliance with any of the foregoing Development Standards may
be reason for revocation of the Permit by the Board of County Commissioners. (Department of
Planning Services)
30. WELD COUNTY'S RIGHT TO FARM: Weld County is one of the most productive agricultural
counties in the United States, typically ranking in the top ten counties in the country in total
market value of agricultural products sold. The rural areas of Weld County may be open and
spacious, but they are intensively used for agriculture. Persons moving into a rural area must
recognize and accept there are drawbacks, including conflicts with long-standing agricultural
practices and a lower level of services than in town. Along with the drawbacks come the
incentives which attract urban dwellers to relocate to rural areas: open views, spaciousness,
wildlife, lack of city noise and congestion, and the rural atmosphere and way of life. Without
neighboring farms, those features which attract urban dwellers to rural Weld County would quickly
be gone forever.
Agricultural users of the land should not be expected to change their long-established agricultural
practices to accommodate the intrusions of urban users into a rural area. Well -run agricultural
activities will generate off -site impacts, including noise from tractors and equipment; slow -moving
farm vehicles on rural roads; dust from animal pens, field work, harvest and gravel roads; odor
from animal confinement, silage and manure; smoke from ditch burning; flies and mosquitoes;
hunting and trapping activities; shooting sports, legal hazing of nuisance wildlife; and the use of
pesticides and fertilizers in the fields, including the use of aerial spraying. It is common practice
for agricultural producers to utilize an accumulation of agricultural machinery and supplies to
assist in their agricultural operations. A concentration of miscellaneous agricultural materials
often produces a visual disparity between rural and urban areas of the County. Section 35-3.5-
102, C.R.S., provides that an agricultural operation shall not be found to be a public or private
nuisance if the agricultural operation alleged to be a nuisance employs methods or practices that
are commonly or reasonably associated with agricultural production.
Water has been, and continues to be, the lifeline for the agricultural community. It is unrealistic to
assume that ditches and reservoirs may simply be moved "out of the way" of residential
development. When moving to the County, property owners and residents must realize they
cannot take water from irrigation ditches, lakes, or other structures, unless they have an
adjudicated right to the water.
Weld County covers a land area of approximately four thousand (4,000) square miles in size
(twice the size of the State of Delaware) with more than three thousand seven hundred (3,700)
miles of state and County roads outside of municipalities. The sheer magnitude of the area to be
served stretches available resources. Law enforcement is based on responses to complaints
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more than on patrols of the County, and the distances which must be traveled may delay all
emergency responses, including law enforcement, ambulance, and fire. Fire protection is usually
provided by volunteers who must leave their jobs and families to respond to emergencies.
County gravel roads, no matter how often they are bladed, will not provide the same kind of
surface expected from a paved road. Snow removal priorities mean that roads from subdivisions
to arterials may not be cleared for several days after a major snowstorm. Services in rural areas,
in many cases, will not be equivalent to municipal services. Rural dwellers must, by necessity, be
more self-sufficient than urban dwellers.
People are exposed to different hazards in the County than in an urban or suburban setting.
Farm equipment and oil field equipment, ponds and irrigation ditches, electrical power for pumps
and center pivot operations, high speed traffic, sand burs, puncture vines, territorial farm dogs
and livestock, and open burning present real threats. Controlling children's activities is important,
not only for their safety, but also for the protection of the farmer's livelihood.
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Monfort Substation to DCP Lucerne Gas Plant - 115 kV Transmission Line
June 27, 2013
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES
1555 N 17th AVE
GREELEY, CO 80631
WEBSITE: www.co.weld.co.us
E-MAIL: kogle@co.weld.co.us
PHONE: (970) 353-6100, Ext. 3549
FAX: (970) 304-6498
HOLSCHER DEREK
1800 LARIMER ST #400
DENVER, CO 80202
Subject: USR13-0032 - A SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT
FOR A MAJOR FACILITY OF A PUBLIC UTILITY (ONE 115 kV TRANSMISSION EXTENDING
APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES) IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL), R-1 (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTAL) AND
1-3 (INDUSTRIAL) ZONE DISTRICTS
On parcel(s) of land described as:
THE PREFERRED ROUTE COMMENCES AT THE MONFORT SUBSTATION LOCATED EAST OF
AND ADJACENT TO NORTH 6TH AVENUE APPROXIMATELY 0.25 MILES NORTH OF EAST C
STREET. FROM THIS LOCATION THE PREFERRED TRANSMISSION LINE ALIGNMENT HEADS
EAST, ACROSS HWY 85 TO APPOINT LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF COUNTY ROAD 41
FUTURE RIGHT-OF-WAY, THEN TURNING AND HEADING SOUTH TO A POINT LOCATED ON THE
NORTH SIDE OF COUNTY ROAD 62 (C STREET) FUTURE RIGHT-OF-WAY, THEN HEADING EAST
TO A POINT APPROXIMATELY 0.25 MILES WEST OF COUNTY ROAD 43, TURNING AND
HEADING NORTH ACROSS COUNTY ROAD 64 ONTO LANDS OWNED BY DCP MIDSTREAM AND
THE LOCATION OF THE LUCERNE GAS PLANT EXPANSION.
Dear Applicants:
I have scheduled a meeting with the Weld County Planning Commission on August 6, 2013, at 1:30
p.m. A subsequent hearing with the Board of County Commissioners will be held on August 21, 2013
at 10:00 a.m. Both hearings will be held in the Hearing Room, Weld County Administration Building,
1150 O Street, Greeley, Colorado. It is recommended that you and/or a representative be in
attendance to answer any questions the Planning Commission members or Board of County
Commissioners may have.
Colorado Revised Statute, C.R.S.24-65.5-103 (adopted as part of H.B.01-1088) requires notification of
all mineral estate owners 30 days prior to any public hearing. The applicant needs to provide the Weld
County Planning Department with written certification indicating the above requirement has been met.
A representative from the Department of Planning Services will be out to the property a minimum of ten
days prior to the hearing to post a sign adjacent to and visible from a publicly maintained road
right-of-way which identifies the hearing time, date, and location. In the event the property is not
adjacent to a publicly maintained road right-of-way, one sign will be posted in the most prominent place
on the property and a second sign posted at the point at which the driveway (access drive) intersects a
publicly maintained road right-of-way.
The Department of Planning Services' staff will make a recommendation concerning this application to
the Weld County Planning Commission and will be included in the staff report one week prior to the
scheduled Planning Commission hearing. You may view the staff report at
wvrw.weldcou ntyplanningcases.orq
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If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call.
Respectfully,
‘b4
Kim Ogle
Planner
Digitally signed by Kristine Ranslem
Reason: I am the author of this document
Date: 2013.06.27 10:32:48 -06'00'
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES
1555 N 17th AVE
GREELEY, CO 80631
WEBSITE: www.co.weld.co.us
E-MAIL: kogle@co.weld.co.us
PHONE: (970) 353-6100, Ext. 3549
FAX: (970) 304-6498
May 16, 2013
HOLSCHER DEREK
XCEL ENERGY
1800 LARIMER ST #400
DENVER, CO 80202
Subject: USR13-0032 - A SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT
FOR A MAJOR FACILITY OF A PUBLIC UTILITY (ONE 115 kV TRANSMISSION EXTENDING
APPROXIMATELY 2.5 MILES) IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL), R-1 (LOW DENSITY RESIDENTAL) AND
1-3 (INDUSTRIAL) ZONE DISTRICTS
On parcel(s) of land described as:
W2E2SW4 & E2E2W2SW4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
PT NE4SE4 SECTION 32, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
L4-5 ZABKA FARMS SUB of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
PT NE4SE4 SECTION 32, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
PT SE4 SECTION 32, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
W2W2SW4/W2E2W2SW4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
E2NE4SW4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
E2SE4SW4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
SW4SE4 & E2NW4SE4 SECTION 33, T63N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
E2SE4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
NE4NE4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
SE4NE4 ALL PT SW4NE4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
SW4NE4 W BLISS L SECTION 33, T6N, R65W W2NW4SE4 of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
NW4NE4 SECTION 33, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
E2SE4 SECTION 28, T6N, R65W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
PT W2SE4 SECTION 28, T6N, R65W LOT B AMD REC EXEMPT AMRE-614 of the 6th P.M., Weld
County, Colorado.
Dear Applicants:
Your application and related materials for the request described above are complete and in order at this
time. I will schedule a meeting with you at the end of the review period to discuss the referral
comments received by our office.
It is the policy of Weld County to refer an application of this nature to any town or municipality lying
within three miles of the property in question or if the property under consideration is located within the
comprehensive planning area of a town or municipality. Therefore, our office has forwarded a copy of
the submitted materials to the following Planning Commission(s) for their review and comments:
Greeley at Phone Number 970-350-9741
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Please call the listed Planning Commissions, for information regarding the date, time and place of the
meeting and the review process. It is recommended that you and/or a representative be in attendance at
each of the meetings described above in order to answer any questions that might arise with respect to
your application.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call.
Respectfully,
Digitally signed by Kristine Ranslem
Reason; I am the author of this document
Date: 2013.05.16 15:45:17 -06'00'
Kim Ogle
Planner
FIELD CHECK Inspection Date: July 26, 2013
Case Number: USR13-0032
Applicant:
Address:
Request:
Legal Description
Location:
Public Service Company of Colorado, c/o Derek Holscher
1800 Larimer Street, Suite #400, Denver, Colorado 80202
A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Major Facility
of a Public Utility (one (1) 115kV Transmission line extending approximately 2.5
miles) in the A (Agricultural), R-1 (Low Density Residential), and 1-3 (Industrial)
Zone Districts
Commencing at the Monfort substation located in the SE4 of Section 32,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West heading easterly to the SW4 of Section 33,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West then south to the future right-of-way for
County Road 62, heading easterly to a point located in the SE4 of Section 33,
Township 6 North, Range 65 West then north to the SE4 of Section 28, Township
6 North, Range 65 West of the 6t" P.M. Weld County, Colorado
Generally located North of East "C" Street; 0.5 miles West of County Road 43;
South of County Road 64.5; East of 6`" Avenue
Zoning
Land Use
N
AGRICULTURE, I-3 INDUSTRIAL and
R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
N
IRRIGATED FIELDS IN CROP PRODUCTION — NO CENTER
PIVOTS — SOME FLOODPLAIN NEAR MONFORT SUBSTATION
E
AGRICULTURE, 1-3 INDUSTRIAL and
R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
E
IRRIGATED FIELDS IN CROP PRODUCTION — NO CENTER
PIVOTS — SOME FLOODPLAIN NEAR MONFORT SUBSTATION
S
AGRICULTURE, I-3 INDUSTRIAL and
R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
S
IRRIGATED FIELDS IN CROP PRODUCTION — NO CENTER
PIVOTS — SOME FLOODPLAIN NEAR MONFORT SUBSTATION
W
AGRICULTURE, 1-3 INDUSTRIAL and
R-1 LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
W
IRRIGATED FIELDS IN CROP PRODUCTION — NO CENTER
PIVOTS — SOME FLOODPLAIN NEAR MONFORT SUBSTATION
Comments:
All routes of the proposed transmission line will traverse from the existing and expanding Monfort substation east
across SH 85 up to First Avenue within an existing 44 kV Transmission corridor. The routes will cross agricultural
property on the property line for Routes A and B and will be outside of future right-of-way for CR 62, East "C"
Street. The land use is production agriculture east of SH 85 and bottom land undeveloped land to the west near
the substation. An existing overhead 44 kV line is present in the area
No violations noted on property within corridor area.
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