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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20091452.tiffRESOLUTION RE: APPROVE SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND AMENDED USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 FOR THE EXPANSION OF A SHOTGUN SHOOTING AND SPORTING CLUB TO INCLUDE RIFLE AND PISTOL SHOOTING RANGES, ARCHERY RANGES, AND OUTDOOR LIGHTING; TO MOVE AND EXPAND THE EXISTING CLUBHOUSE (INCLUDING FOOD SERVICE FACILITIES); AND ADD RV PARKING AND HOOKUPS, IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT - KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 24th day of June, 2009, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., in the Chambers of the Board, for the purpose of hearing the application of Kelly and Anna Berndt, 16058 County Road 96, Nunn, Colorado 80648, for a Site Specific Development Plan and Amended Use by Special Review Permit #1105 for the expansion of a shotgun shooting and sporting club to include rifle and pistol shooting ranges, archery ranges, and outdoor lighting; to move and expand the existing clubhouse (including food service facilities); and add RV parking and hookups, in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, on the following described real estate, being more particularly described as follows: Lot D of Recorded Exemption #4466, located in the NW1/4 of Section 11; and the W1/2 NE1/4 of Section 11; both in Township 8 North, Range 66 West of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado WHEREAS, the applicants were present at said hearing, and WHEREAS, Section 23-2-230 of the Weld County Code provides standards for review of said Use by Special Review Permit, and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners heard all of the testimony and statements of those present, studied the request of the applicant and the recommendation of the Weld County Planning Commission and all of the exhibits and evidence presented in this matter and, having been fully informed, finds that this request shall be approved for the following reasons: 1. The submitted materials are in compliance with the application requirements of Section 23-2-260 of the Weld County Code. 2. It is the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners that the applicant has shown compliance with Section 23-2-230.B of the Weld County Code as follows: a. Section 23-2-230.B.1 -- The proposed use is consistent with Chapter 22 and any other applicable code provisions or ordinance in effect. Section 22-2-20.G.2 (A.Policy 7.2) states, "Conversion of agricultural land to nonurban residential, commercial and industrial uses should be 2009-1452 fL, /'tL; f14(c) TIi"PL PL1021 07/.2_3/c, AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 2 accommodated when the subject site is in an area that can support such development, and should attempt to be compatible with the region." The proposed amendment is an expansion of an existing shooting range. The site is located in a rural area with the nearest three (3) residences located approximately 600-1,000 feet west and northwest of the USR boundary. The proposed pistol/rifle ranges and RV parking are proposed to be located on the eastern portion of the site which is the farthest distance from the existing residences located to the west of the site. b. Section 23-2-230.B.2 -- The proposed use is consistent with the intent of the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Section 23-3-40.C.4 of the Weld County Code provides for shooting ranges as a Use by Special Review in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. c. Section 23-2-230.B.3 -- The uses which will be permitted will be compatible with the existing surrounding land uses. The site is located in a rural area with the nearest three (3) residences located approximately 600-1,000 feet west and northwest of the USR boundary. A hill exists in the northwestern portion of the site and slopes to the east and south where the shooting range and expansion are to be located. The applicants are proposing to place rifle and pistol ranges, a clubhouse, and RV parking and hookups at the eastern end of the site, further away from existing residences. A Lighting Plan and a Landscape Plan, consistent with original USR-1105 requirements, are proposed along with other Conditions of Approval and Development Standards to address/ensure compatibility with adjacent land uses. d. Section 23-2-230.B.4 -- The uses which will be permitted will be compatible with future development of the surrounding area, as permitted by the existing zoning, and with the future development as projected by Chapter 22 of the Weld County Code and any other applicable code provisions or ordinances in effect, or the adopted Master Plans of affected municipalities. The site is located within the three-mile referral area for the Towns of Nunn and Pierce. Both Towns indicated no conflicts in the respective referrals received April 28, and May 4, 2009. e. Section 23-2-230.B.5 -- The application complies with Chapter 23, Article V, of the Weld County Code. Effective January 1, 2003, building permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the County -Wide Road Impact Fee Program. Effective August 1, 2005, building permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the Capital Expansion Impact Fee and the Stormwater/Drainage Impact Fee Programs. f. Section 23-2-230.B.6 -- The applicant has demonstrated a diligent effort to conserve prime agricultural land in the locational decision for the proposed use. The site is designated as "Prime if Irrigated" in the western portion of the site and "High Potential Dry Cropland" in the 2009-1452 PL1021 AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 3 eastern portion of the site, according to the U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Map, dated 1979. The western portion of the site is already being utilized as a shooting range through USR-1105 and the eastern portion of the site is currently dryland. g Section 23-2-230.B.7 -- The Design Standards (Section 23-2-240 of the Weld County Code), Operation Standards (Section 23-2-250 of the Weld County Code), Conditions of Approval, and Development Standards ensure that there are adequate provisions for the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and County. h. Section 23-4-370, Outdoor shooting ranges — The attached Conditions of Approval and Development Standards will ensure that the applicant complies with the requirements of Section 23-4-370 of the Weld County Code. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the application of Kelly and Anna Berndt, for a Site Specific Development Plan and Amended Use by Special Review Permit #1105 for the expansion of a shotgun shooting and sporting club to include rifle and pistol shooting ranges, archery ranges, and outdoor lighting; to move and expand the existing clubhouse (including food service facilities); and add RV parking and hookups, in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, on the parcel of land described above be, and hereby is, granted subject to the following conditions: 1. Prior to recording the plat: A. The plat shall be amended to delineate the following: 1) The attached Development Standards. 2) County Roads 33 and 96 are designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan as local gravel roads, which require 60 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. The applicant shall verify the existing right-of-way and the documents creating the right-of-way. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of right-of-way. If the right-of-way cannot be verified, it shall be dedicated. These roads are maintained by Weld County. 3) The individual parking spaces, adjacent to the new club house and any other location designated for parking, shall be identified on the plat. Parking shall be sufficient to meet the requirement of a minimum of five (5) spaces, plus one (1) space per firing position. 4) The approved Landscaping and Screening Plan. 5) The approved Lighting Plan. 2009-1452 PL1021 AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 4 6) The drainageway must be shown and labeled. All RV spaces shall be indicated a minimum of 120 feet from the centerline of the drainageway. 7) The applicant shall identify and label the location of the proposed archery range. 8) A 25 -foot berm, adjacent to the 50 -yard shooting range to the east of the Colorado Interstate Gas Pipeline, shall be indicated. The plat shall clearly indicate that proposed berms are located outside of the 50 -foot Colorado Interstate Gas Company easement. 9) The applicant shall provide a typical cross-section of the proposed berm(s) adjacent to the pistol/rifle ranges. 10) Provide topography at two -foot intervals showing existing contours and proposed grades, per Section 23-4-370 of the Weld County Code. 11) The access gate shall be indicated. 12) All plat sheets shall be labeled AMUSR-1105. B. The applicant shall either submit a copy of an agreement with the property's mineral owner/operators, stipulating that the oil and gas activities have been adequately incorporated into the design of the site, or, show evidence that an adequate attempt has been made to mitigate the concerns of the mineral owner/operators. Drill envelopes may be delineated on the plat, in accordance with State requirements, as an attempt to mitigate concerns. C. In the event the septic system requires a design capacity of over 2,000 gallons of sewage per day, the applicants shall provide evidence that all requirements of the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (specifically Policies WQSA-6 and WQSA-8) have been satisfied. Evidence of compliance shall be provided to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. Alternately, the applicant may provide evidence from the WQCD that they are not subject to these requirements. Written evidence of such shall be submitted to the Department of Planning Services. D. The applicant shall submit a Dust Abatement Plan, detailing the on -site dust control measures, for review and approval, to the Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. Written evidence of approval from the Department of Public Health and Environment shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services. 2009-1452 PL1021 AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 5 E. The applicant shall submit written evidence from the Colorado Division of Water Resources, demonstrating that the well is appropriately permitted for the commercial use. Written evidence of such shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services. F. In the event the facility's water system serves more than 25 persons on a daily basis, the water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). Evidence shall be provided to the Weld County Departments of Public Health and Environment and Planning Services that the system complies with the Regulations. G. The applicant shall submit a Noise Abatement Plan, for review and approval, to the Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. Written evidence of approval from the Department of Public Health and Environment shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services. H. The applicant shall submit a Lead Management Plan to the Department of Public Health and Environment. The applicant shall follow the suggestions outlined in The United States Environmental Protection Agency reference manual, Best Management Practices for Lead at Outdoor Shooting Ranges at http://www.epa.gov/region2/waste/leadshot. Evidence of approval from the Department of Public Health and Environment shall be submitted to the Department of Planning Services. The applicant shall submit a Waste Handling Plan, for approval, to the Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. Written evidence of approval from the Department of Public Health and Environment shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services. The plan shall include, at a minimum, the following: 1) A list of the wastes which are expected to be generated on the site (this should include expected volumes and types of waste generated). 2) A list of the type and volume of chemicals expected to be stored on the site. 3) The waste handler and facility where the waste will be disposed of (including the facility name, address, and phone number). J. The applicant shall attempt to address the requirements of the Colorado Interstate Gas Company, as outlined in the referral dated/received April 27, 2008. Written evidence of such shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services. 2009-1452 PL1021 AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 6 K. The applicant shall address the requirements of the Department of Public Works referrals, dated April 20, and 23, 2009. Written evidence of such shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services. L. A Lighting Plan, including cut sheets of the intended lights, shall be provided to the Department of Planning Services, for review and approval. The Lighting Plan shall adhere to the lighting requirements for off-street parking spaces, per Section 23-4-30.E of the Weld County Code, and shall adhere to the lighting requirements in accordance with Sections 23-3-360.F and 23-2-250.D of the Weld County Code. Further, the approved Lighting Plan shall be indicated on the plat. M. The applicant shall submit written evidence of compliance with the National Rifle Association minimum standards for shooting ranges for the specified firearms permitted at this facility to the Department of Planning Services. N. The applicant shall enter into an Improvements Agreement According to Policy Regarding Collateral, and post adequate collateral for on -site improvements. The agreement and form of collateral shall be submitted to, and reviewed by, the Departments of Planning Services and Public Works, and accepted by the Board of County Commissioners, prior to recording the Amended Use by Special Review plat. Alternately, the applicant may submit evidence that all work has been completed and approved by the Departments of Public Works and Planning Services. O. The applicant shall submit three (3) paper copies of the plat, for preliminary approval, to the Weld County Department of Planning Services. 2. Upon completion of Condition of Approval #1 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 the Department of Planning Services. The plat shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of Section 23-2-260.D of the Weld County Code. The Mylar plat and additional requirements shall be submitted within thirty (30) days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. 3. In accordance with Weld County Code Ordinance #2005-7, approved June 1, 2005, should the plat not be recorded within the required thirty (30) days from the date the Resolution was approved by the Board of County Commissioners, a $50.00 recording continuance charge may be added for each additional three (3) month period. 4. The Department of Planning Services respectfully requests the surveyor provide a digital copy of this Amended Use by Special Review. Acceptable CAD formats are .dwg, .dxf, and .dgn (Microstation); acceptable GIS formats are ArcView 2009-1452 PL1021 AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 7 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). This digital file may be sent to maps@co.weld.co.us. 5. Prior to release of building permits: A. A building permit application must be completed, and two sets of complete plans, including engineered foundation plans, must be issued prior to the start of construction. A letter from the Nunn Fire Protection District shall be provided, indicating whether or not a fire district permit is required. 6. One month prior to construction activities: A. A Stormwater Discharge Permit may be required for a development/ redevelopment/construction site where a contiguous or non-contiguous land disturbance is greater than, or equal to, one (1) acre in area. The applicant shall contact the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Water Quality Control Division, at www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/PermitsUnit, for more information. Prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy for the proposed clubhouse: A. An Individual Sewage Disposal System (I.S.D.S.) is required for the clubhouse and shall be installed according to the Weld County I.S.D.S. Regulations. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado registered professional engineer, according to the Weld County I.S.D.S. Regulations. 8. The Amended Use by Special Review activity shall not occur, nor shall any building or electrical permits be issued on the property, until the Amended Use by Special Review plat is ready to be recorded in the office of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder. 2009-1452 PL1021 AMENDED SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1105 — KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT PAGE 8 The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 24th day of June, A.D., 2009. ATTEST: Weld County Clerk to the Board BY: De Ian the Board APP AST /F ty Attorney Date of signature: laOiCCi RD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COU ...COLORADO ugl Sean . Conway FXCI1 FD Baa Kirkmeyer her, Pro-Tem David E. Long 2009-1452 PL1021 SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDED USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT AMUSR-1105 1. The Site Specific Development Plan and Amended Use by Special Review Permit #1105 is for the expansion of a shotgun shooting and sporting club to include rifle and pistol shooting ranges, archery ranges, and outdoor lighting; to move and expand the existing clubhouse (including food service facilities); and add RV parking and hookups, in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, as indicated in the application materials on file and subject to the Development Standards stated hereon. 2. Approval of this plan may create a vested property right pursuant to Section 23-8-10 of the Weld County Code. Hours of operation shall be from 8:00 a.m., to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday, for shooting activities. 4. The facility shall have a maximum of twenty (20) employees. 5. Off-street parking spaces, including the access drive, shall be surfaced with gravel, or the equivalent, and shall be graded to prevent drainage problems. 6. The drainageway bisecting the property has the potential for flash floods. For the safety and convenience of the overnight guests utilizing the RV parking spaces, all RV spaces shall be located at least 120 feet from the centerline of the drainageway. 7. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts will be maintained on the 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 runoff rate and velocity increases, diversions, concentration, and/or unplanned ponding of storm runoff. 8. Weld County will not be responsible for the maintenance of drainage -related facilities. 9. All liquid and solid wastes, as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, Section 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner which protects against surface and groundwater contamination. 10. 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, Section 30-20-100.5, C.R.S. 11. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed of in a manner which controls fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. 12. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved Waste Handling Plan, at all times. 2009-1452 PL1021 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT (AMUSR-1105) PAGE 2 13. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved Lead Management Plan, at all times. 14. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site. The facility shall be operated in accordance with the approved Dust Abatement Plan, at all times. 15. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the Industrial Zone District, as delineated in Section 14-9-30 of the Weld County Code. 16. Adequate hand washing and toilet facilities shall be provided for employees and patrons of the facility, at all times. 17. Any septic system located on the property must comply with all provisions of the Weld County Code, pertaining to Individual Sewage Disposal System (I.S.D.S.) Regulations. 18. RV units shall have self-contained sewage disposal and shall dispose of sewage at an approved off -site facility. 19. A permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary purposes. 20. If applicable, the applicant shall obtain a Stormwater Discharge Permit from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Water Quality Control Division. 21. This application proposes a well as the source of water. The applicant shall be made aware that, while they may be able to obtain a well permit from the Office of the State Engineer, Division of Water Resources, the quantity of water available for usage may be limited to specific uses. Also, the applicant shall be made aware that groundwater may not meet all drinking water standards, as defined by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The applicant is strongly encouraged to test the drinking water prior to consumption, and periodically thereafter. 22. The operation shall comply with Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and Regulations governing the regulation of food service establishments. 23. All activities at this site shall comply with the rules and regulations of the National Skeet Shooting Association, the Amateur Trap Association, and the Colorado Division of Wildlife. 24. The targets used shall be considered non-toxic. 25. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of state and federal agencies and the Weld County Code. 26. Pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II, of the Weld County Code, if 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. 2009-1452 PL1021 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT (AMUSR-1105) PAGE 3 27. No shooting shall occur in the direction of County Road 96, unless there is an adequate, safe, and clear zone set up for shooting. 28. A commercial parks license shall be obtained from the Colorado Division of Wildlife. The site shall be maintained in compliance with all Colorado Division of Wildlife requirements. 29. The Amended Use by Special Review Permit to operate an outdoor shooting range, if approved, shall be conditioned on a requirement that every ten (10) years the safety of the design of the range shall be reviewed and changed, taking into account the history of the operation and changes in surrounding land uses and the relevant provisions of Subsections 23-4-370.B.2, 23-4-370.C.2 through C.6 and 23-4-370.D below. Review of the Safety Plan shall be accomplished using the Site Plan Review process and such changes shall not constitute a major change from the Use by Special Review Permit. The Department of Planning Services may waive the review if the surrounding properties within one-half (1/z) mile of the site have not significantly changed since the recording date of the original application. The applicant shall provide evidence for this determination. The operator, if he or she chooses not to accept the staff determination under the Site Plan Review process, may request that the matter be determined by the Board of County Commissioners, which shall hear the matter in accordance with the procedures for considering a Use by Special Review Permit; provided, however, that no fee shall be charged. 30. Line of fire shall comply with the requirements listed within Section 23-4-370, of the Weld County Code. 31. The entire range (including danger area if range is not of the "Safety Range" type) shall be fenced and warning signs posted every two hundred (200) feet. 32. Shooting shall be supervised by a range officer or instructor qualified by the National Rifle Association, military service, or other similar training. 33. In addition to firing lines or fields, adequate space for danger areas, parking, equipment, storage building, clubhouse, and lavatories shall be provided. 34. A danger zone of one hundred (100) yards by three hundred (300) yards shall be provided for trap fields. 35. A danger zone of three hundred (300) yards by six hundred (600) yards shall be provided for skeet fields. 36. Trap and skeet fields may be combined (traps layout superimposed on skeet field) where a danger zone of three hundred (300) yards by six hundred (600) yards shall be required. 37. The trap field layout shall meet the requirements of the Amateur Trap Association. 2009-1452 PL1021 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT (AMUSR-1105) PAGE 4 38. The skeet field layout shall meet the requirements of the National Skeet Shooting Association. 39. "Safety Range" requirement: If the range is constructed in an urbanized area, when area is developed, or when natural terrain does not offer adequate protection, overhead safety baffles may be required. 40. Firing points shall be four (4) to five (5) feet apart for shooting distances up to two hundred (200) yards. 41. Rifle or pistol ranges shall not be permitted without bullet stops. Natural or artificial bullet stops shall be provided. a. Natural bullet stops. Only slopes of hills shall be used for natural bullet stops. The crest of the hill used for a bullet stop shall be at least thirty (30) feet above the level of the firing point for a one -hundred -yard range. An additional ten (10) feet of hill shall be provided for each additional one hundred (100) yards of range. The slope of the hill shall not be less than a two (2) to one (1) ratio. A vertical cut shall be taken out of the face of the hillside used for a backstop to provide a nearly perpendicular face to catch bullets and prevent ricochets. b. Artificial bullet stops. For up to a three -hundred -yard range, an earth embankment at least twenty-five (25) feet in height, well sodded to retain a slope of thirty-five (35) degrees from perpendicular, and topped by an earth -filled timber barricade at least fifteen (15) feet high, shall be provided. Stones shall be removed from the face of the embankment to a depth of eighteen (18) inches. For each additional one hundred (100) yards of range, ten (10) feet in overall height of the bullet stop shall be added. The bullet stop shall extend approximately one hundred sixty (160) feet beyond the ends of the target line for high -caliber ranges; and twenty-five (25) feet for small -bore rifle and pistol ranges. 42. Sources of light, including light from high -temperature processes such as combustion or welding, shall be shielded so that light rays will not shine directly onto adjacent properties where such would cause a nuisance or interfere with the use on the adjacent properties. Neither direct nor reflected light from any light source may create a traffic hazard to operators of motor vehicles on public or private streets and no colored lights may be used which may be confused with, or construed as, traffic control devices. 43. Effective January 1, 2003, building permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the County -Wide Road Impact Fee Program. 44. Effective August 1, 2005, building permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the Capital Expansion Impact Fee and the Stormwater/Drainage Impact Fee Programs. 45. Prior to the start of any construction, alterations, or change of occupancy, a building permit application must be completed, and two complete sets of plans, including engineered foundation plans bearing the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or 2009-1452 PL1021 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - KELLY AND ANNA BERNDT (AMUSR-1105) PAGE 5 engineer, must be submitted for review. A Geotechnical Engineering Report performed by a Colorado engineer shall be required. 46. A plan review shall be approved, and a permit must be issued, prior to the start of construction. 47. A letter from the Nunn Fire Protection District shall be provided indicating whether or not a fire district permit is required. 48. The landscaping on the site shall be maintained in accordance with the approved Landscape and Screening Plan. 49. The property owner acknowledges that mineral owners and lessees have real property interests which entitle them to surface use, in accordance with Colorado State Statutes and applicable Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission regulations. 50. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Design Standards of Section 23-2-240 of the Weld County Code. 51. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Operation Standards of Section 23-2-250 of the Weld County Code. 52. Weld County Government personnel 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 Development Standards stated herein and all applicable Weld County regulations. 53. The Amended 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. 54. 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. 2009-1452 PL1021 Hello