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Name: Roger& Diane Andreason Case# USR-1636
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Attorney _Ault _Ault F-1
x Health Department _Berthoud _Berthoud F-2
_Extension Office _Brighton _Briggsdale F-24
_Emergency Mgt Office- Ed Herring _Dacono _Brighton F-3
x Sheriffs Office Eaton _Eaton F-4
x Public Works x Erie _Fort Lupton F-5
_Housing Authority _Evans Galeton F-6
_Airport Authority _Firestone _Hudson F-7
_Building Inspection Fort Lupton _Johnstown F-8
x Code Compliance_N.-Ann_xS-Beth x Frederick LaSalle F-9
_Kim Ogle(Landscape Plans) _Garden City x Mountain View F-10
_Lin (Addressing Change of Zone) _Gilcrest _Milliken F-11
Ambulance Services _Greeley _Nunn F-12
_Grover _Pawnee F-22
State _Hudson _Platteville F-13
Div. of Water Resources _Johnstown _Platte Valley F-14
Geological Survey _Keenesburg _Poudre Valley F-15
Department of Health _Kersey _Raymer F-2
x Department of Transportation _LaSalle _Southeast Weld F-16
_Historical Society _Lochbuie _Union Colony F-20
Water Conservation Board _Longmont _Wiggins F-18
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_Oil &Gas Conservation Commission _Mead Windsor/Severance F-17
_Milliken
Division of Wildlife _New Raymer
x South Hwy 66 (Loveland) _Northglenn
_North Hwy 66(Greeley) _Nunn Commissioner
• _Division of Minerals/Geology _Platte x Roy Spitzer
Platteville
Soil Conservation Districts _Severance
Big Thompson/FTC _Thornton
_Boulder Valley/Longmont _Windsor
_Brighton/SE Weld
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_Greeley/West Greeley _Adams
_Platte Valley x Boulder
West Adams _Broomfield
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_Little Thompson _Larimer
Federal Government Agencies Other
_US Army Corps of Engrs _School District RE-
_x_USDA-APHIS Vet Service x PACFA
Federal Aviation Admin (Structures x State Dept of Agriculture
over 200 ft or w/in 20000 ft of Pub _Ditch Company
Airport _Art Elmquist(MUD Area)
_Federal Communications Comm
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Weld County Planning Department
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Roger& Diane Andreason Case Number USR-1636
Please Reply By November 22, 2007 Planner Chris Gathman
Project A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a kennel (to
accommodate 150 dogs and 15 cats, along with training classes and a pet supply
retail component) in the A(Agricultural)Zone District.
Legal Part SW4 of Section 31, T2N, R68W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location North of and adjacent to State Highway 52 and approximately 1/4 mile west of
County Road 1.
Parcel Number 1313 31 000034
• The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you
consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may
give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be
deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions
regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new
information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to
examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) December 18, 2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
❑ Please notify me of any public hearings regarding this request.
Comments:
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6tita MEMORANDUM
TO: Chris Gathman, Planning Services DATE: November 9, 2007
CO FROM: David Snyder, Engineer %3
. SUBJECT: USR-1636, Roger & Dian Andreason
COLORADO
The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal. Comments made during this phase of
the process may not be all-inclusive, as other concerns or issues may arise during the remaining application
process. This project falls primarily under the purview of the Use by Special Review Standards, Weld County
Code, Chapter 23, Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Our comments and requirements are as follows:
COMMENTS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Colorado State Highway 52 is under CDOT jurisdiction. Weld County does not maintain this roadway.
Access: Utilize the existing access to this parcel. No new accesses are requested.
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has jurisdiction over all accesses to the state
highways. Please contact Gloria Hice-Idler at the Greeley office (970-350-2418) to verify the access permit or
for any additional requirements that may be needed to obtain or upgrade the permit. (State Highway 52)
Ohe applicant shall indicate specifically on the plat the type of right-of-way/easement that exists on the
property.
Storm Water Drainage:
The historical flow patterns and runoff 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.
The applicant must take into consideration storm water capture/quantity and provide accordingly for best
management practices.
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.
This area IS in FEMA Regulatory Floodplain
Floodplain Restrictions—the entire property is located in the Zone A Special Flood Hazard Area (floodplain)
for Boulder Creek, as published on FIRM Panel 080266-0850-C, dated September 28, 1982.
1. The applicant must provide evidence that the proposed development and associated structures proposed
for the USR are reasonably safe from flooding, under requirements published in Title 44 of the Code of
• Federal Regulations (44 CFR), Sections 60.3 and 65.2(c). All proposed buildings and accessory structures
on the parcel are currently located in the FEMA regulatory floodplain for Boulder Creek, and may or may
not be located in the floodway.
I a. Weld County will not permit any development (as defined by 44 CFR 59.1) that would occur in a
• floodway and cause any rise on adjacent properties, per Weld County Code 23-5-250.
b. If an appropriate Letter of Map Change (LOMC) is not approved by FEMA, then the current effective
Zone A SFHA will be enforced from FIRM Panel 080266-0850-C.
2. Areas located in a SFHA will likely be inundated during a 100-year storm event, and will provide no
detention storage if fully- or partially-filled. SFHAs need not be detained, but must provide structural
appurtenances for water quality treatment. If a LOMC is provided to show the property is above the BFE,
then detention of the 100 year developed condition rainfall and release at the 5 year historic undeveloped
will be required. The current Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA) dated May 17, 2007, case# 07-08-0556A
for the property is applicable only to the existing structure, and may not be used for any new development
on the property.
3. A Flood Hazard Development Permit (FHDP) must be prepared for, submitted to, and approved by Public
Works for any development in the SFHA prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits in the
floodplain.
pc: USR-1636
The applicant.shall address the comments listed above for this review process. Comments made during the Sketch Plan
stage of the.review process may not be all-inclusive, as revised materials Must be submitted and other concerns or issues
will arise during further review. Issues of concern must be resolved with the Public Works Department prior to recording.
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44,t TO: CHRIS GATHMAN, PLANNING SERVICES
FROM: CHARLOTTE DAVIS, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
' SUBJECT:USR-1636 ROGER& DIANE ANDREASON
0 DATE: 11/21/2007
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COLORADO CC:
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a kennel for 150 dogs, 15
cats, training classes and pet supply retail. We have no objections to the proposal,
however, we do recommend that the following conditions be part of any approval:
We recommend that the following requirements be met prior to allowing the plat to be
recorded:
1. The applicant shall submit a dust abatement plan for review and approval, to the
Environmental Health Services, Weld County Department of Public Health &
Environment.
• 2. The applicant shall provide written evidence to the Weld County Department of
Public Health and Environment that the applicant has contacted the Colorado
Department of Agriculture (CDA), Division of Animal Industry. This contact shall
determine if a license under the Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA), as
defined under C.R.S. 35-80-101 through 117. C.R.S. is required, or provide
evidence that the applicant is not subject to the PACFA requirements.
3. The applicant shall submit a waste handling plan, for approval, to the
Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public
Health & Environment. The plan shall include at a minimum, the following:
1) A list of wastes which are expected to be generated on 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 site.
3) The waste handler and facility where the waste will be disposed (including
the facility name, address, and phone number).
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• We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy:
1. An individual sewage disposal system is required for the proposed Office/Kennel
and shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal
Regulations.
2. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado Registered
Professional Engineer according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal
Regulations.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met prior to operation:
1. 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 acre in area. The
applicant shall inquire with the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) of the
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at
www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/PermitsUnit if they are required to obtain a
• stormwater discharge permit. Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence
from WQCD that they are not subject to these requirements.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
development standards:
1. Animal and feed wastes, bedding, debris and other organic wastes shall be
disposed of so that vermin infestation, odors, disease hazards, and nuisances
are minimized. Such wastes shall be removed at least weekly from the facility
and disposed by a commercial hauler.
2. 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.
3. 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.
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• 4. 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.
5. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved "waste handling
plan".
6. The applicant shall comply with the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA),
Division of Animal Industry, if applicable.
7. 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.
8. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the
Commercial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S., as amended.
9. Adequate handwashing and toilet facilities shall be provided for employees and
patrons of the facility.
10.Sewage disposal for the facility shall be by septic system. Any septic system
located on the property must comply with all provisions of the Weld County Code,
• pertaining to Individual Sewage Disposal Systems.
11.The facility shall utilize the existing public water supply. (Left Hand Water District)
12.The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State
and Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
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Weld County Planning Department October 22, 2007
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Roger & Diane Andreason Case Number USR-1636
Please Reply By November 22, 2007 Planner Chris Gathman
Project A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a kennel (to
accommodate 150 dogs and 15 cats, along with training classes and a pet supply
retail component) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District.
Legal Part SW4 of Section 31, T2N, R68W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location North of and adjacent to State Highway 52 and approximately 1/4 mile west of
County Road 1.
Parcel Number 1313 31 000034
• The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you
consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may
give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be
deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions
regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new
information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to
examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) December 18, 2007
• We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
1g We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
❑ See attached letter.
❑ Please notify me
�of any public hearings regarding this request.
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Roger& Diane Andreason Case Number USR-1636
Please Reply By November 22, 2007 Planner Chris Gathman
Project A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a kennel (to
accommodate 150 dogs and 15 cats, along with training classes and a pet supply
retail component)in the A(Agricultural)Zone District.
Legal Part SW4 of Section 31, T2N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County, Colorado.
Location North of and adjacent to State Highway 52 and approximately 1/4 mile west of
County Road 1.
Parcel Number 1313 31 000034
• The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you
consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may
give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be
deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions
regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new
information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to
examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) December 18, 2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
O See attached letter
❑ Please notify me of any public hearings regarding this request.
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COLORADO
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Roger & Diane Andreason Case Number USR-1636
Please Reply By November 22, 2007 Planner Chris Gathman
Project A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a kennel (to
accommodate 150 dogs and 15 cats, along with training classes and a pet supply
retail component) in the A(Agricultural)Zone District.
Legal Part SW4 of Section 31, T2N, R68W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location North of and adjacent to State Highway 52 and approximately 1/4 mile west of
County Road 1.
Parcel Number 1313 31 000034
• The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you
consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may
give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be
deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions
regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new
information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to
examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) December 18, 2007
U We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
❑ Please notify me of any public hearings regarding this request.
Comments:
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• H,pUNTqbN MOUNTAIN VIEW FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
• Administrative Office:
9119 County Line Road • Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-0710 • FAX (303) 651-7702
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VIEW
October 26,2007
Mr. Chris Gathman
Weld County Planning Department
918 10th Street
Greeley, CO 80631
Dear Mr.Gathman:
I have reviewed the submitted material for the Site Development Plan and Special Use Review Permit for
the Colorado Academy proposed for construction at 379 Highway 52 in Weld County (Case Name:
Andreason, Case Number: USR-1636). The Fire District does not object to the project, provided the
project is able to meet the requirements of the Fire District. Based on my review, I have the following
comments:
• Water supply for fire protection is required for this use. In accordance with Appendix 111-A of the
Uniform Fire Code,the required fire flow for the building will be either 1,500 gallons per minute or
1,750 gallons per minute, measured at a residual pressure of 20 pounds per square inch based on
the construction type of the proposed building. At least one fire hydrant must be provided such that
it is within 450 feet of all portions of the building as measured along apparatus access routes and
around the exterior of the building. The site plan submitted did not include show the location of
• proposed fire hydrants.
• Fire apparatus access to the building appears to be adequate as indicated on the plans. Fire
apparatus access roads must be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of fire
apparatus(75,000 pounds).
• Building construction plans and the final site plan showing a code analysis which includes, the
gross square footage of the building, the building construction type, and occupancy
classification(s) must be submitted to the Fire District for review and approval before building
permits may be issued.
• A final inspection of the occupancy by a member of the Fire District will be required before a
Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
Nothing in this review is intended to authorize or approve of any aspect of this project that does not comply
with all applicable codes and standards. We appreciate being involved in the planning process. Should you
have any questions, please contact me at(303)772-0710.
Sincerely,
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LuAnn Penfold
Fire Marshal
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Weld County Planning Department
GREELEY OFFICE
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COLORADO
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Roger & Diane Andreason Case Number USR-1636
Please Reply By November 22, 2007 Planner Chris Gathman
Project A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a kennel (to
accommodate 150 dogs and 15 cats, along with training classes and a pet supply
retail component) in the A(Agricultural)Zone District.
Legal Part SW4 of Section 31, T2N, R68W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location North of and adjacent to State Highway 52 and approximately 1/4 mile west of
County Road 1.
Parcel Number 1313 31 000034
• The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you
consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may
give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be
deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions
regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new
information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to
examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) December 18, 2007
CI We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
Pi We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Please notify me of any public hearings regarding this request.
Comments:
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Weld County Sheriffs
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To: Chris Gathman
From: Ken Poncelow
Date: November 9, 2007
Re: USR-1636
The Sheriffs Office approves this plan. Please notify the developer/owner that the Sheriffs
Office would be willing to assist in the development of a security plan for the site free of
charge. If this is of interest, please have them contact me.
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: 004 Section
Applicant Roger& Diane Andreason Case Number USR-1636
Please Reply By November 22, 2007 Planner Chris Gathman
Project A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a kennel (to
accommodate 150 dogs and 15 cats,along with training classes and a pet supply
retail component) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District.
Legal Part SW4 of Section 31, T2N, R68W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location North of and adjacent to State Highway 52 and approximately 1/4 mile west of
County Road 1.
Parcel Number 1313 31 000034
• The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you
consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may
give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be
deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions
regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new
information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to
examine or obtain this additional Information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing(if applicable) December 18, 2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
GI See attached letter.
❑ Please notify me of any public hearings regarding this request.
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DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
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Mark B.Konishi,Acting Director Weld County Planning Department For Wildlife-
6060 BroadwayGREELEY OFFICE For People
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November 03, 2007 RECEIVED
Chris Gathman
Weld County Planning Department
918 10th Street
Greeley,CO 80631
RE: USR-1636
Dear Mr. Gathman:
The Colorado Division of Wildlife(DOW)has reviewed the applicant's request for a Kennel to accommodate 150
dogs and 15 cats. We offer the following comments and recommendations regarding wildlife.
District Wildlife Manager Jason Duetsch visited the site located on approximately 13.74 acres north of Hwy 52 and
3.25 miles west of WCR 3.25 on October 296, 2007 at 4:00 p.m. General observations included: a very large
active black-tailed prairie dog colony centered on the northern 2/3 of the property that spanned across the property
• and onto the neighboring parcels on the east and west. There were also many cottontail rabbits.
Under current land use conditions, we would expect to find a variety of mammals including,but not limited to:
coyotes, foxes,raccoons,rabbits and black-tailed prairie dogs. The area is also typical habitat for avian species
including,but not limited to: songbirds and raptors such as bald eagles, red-tailed hawks and american kestrels.
Prairie Dogs
Prairie dogs are an important food source for hawks,bald eagles and coyotes. Removal will likely create food
stresses to these species.
Trapping/transplant efforts or euthanasia are legal options if prairie dog removal is desired.
• It is recommended that prairie dogs be removed only where necessary
• Prairie dog removal on this site should be required prior to development or construction work begins
• Euthanasia efforts must occur through the use of approved toxicants and trapping/transplanting of prairie
dogs requires prior approval of the DOW and may require approval from the county commission
• Note that bulldozing active prairie dog colonies is not an acceptable method of removal
• DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES,Hams D.Sherman,Executive Director
WILDLIFE COMMISSION,Tom Burke,Chair•Claire O'Neal,Vice Chair•Robert Bray,Secretary
Members,Dennis Buechler•Brad Coors•Jeffrey Crawford•Tim Glenn•Roy McAnally•Richard Ray
Ex Officio Members,Harris Sherman and John Stulp
Birds
Burrowing Owls,a species listed on the Colorado Threatened Species List, are known to occur within Weld
• County and rely on prairie dog burrows as critical nesting habitat. As a migratory species and a raptor,both the
USFWS and the Colorado Division of Wildlife protect Burrowing Owls.
The critical nesting period for Burrowing Owls occurs between March 1 and October 31. When confronted with
human disturbance near nest sites, Burrowing Owls abandon the nest. Efforts to relocate nesting owls have
generally proven to be ineffective. If possible, construction in and around prairie dog colonies should be
sequenced to avoid critical nesting periods for Burrowing Owls. If it should be necessary to break ground during
the critical nesting periods for Burrowing Owls, impacted prairie dog towns should be surveyed for Burrowing
Owls by a biologist certified for such work prior to onset of construction. If owls are found to occupy prairie dog
towns,the active burrows should be protected as specified by accepted guidelines. The Division of Wildlife can
provide specifics upon request.
DOW identifies Bald Eagle activity near boulder creek approximately 0.45 miles away. This activity includes roost
sites, summer and winter forage areas, and a winter concentration area. It is recommended that hours of
construction be set for between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Dogs
• Dogs must not be allowed to harass,chase,or disturb wildlife including ducks,geese and rabbits
• It is recommended that a leash law is established for dogs traveling to the north of the customer parking lot
• It may also be appropriate to designate the"dog exercise areas"away from the pond and other riparian
areas within the development
• Concerns regarding Construction Equipment
With new construction taking place and machinery being transported from one site to another, it is important to
help prevent the spread of noxious weeds. Noxious weeds reduce property value and wildlife habitat. Care should
be taken to avoid spreading and introducing noxious weeds. Equipment should be cleaned periodically to remove
weed seeds even if no weeds are recognized. The area should be promptly revegetated using native species to
prevent erosion and invasions by weeds. It is also recommended that a weed management plan be developed for
during construction and for at least 5 years after construction.
Please note that we do not have information on threatened/endangered plants or invertebrates. For plant or
invertebrate information,you might wish to contact:
Colorado Natural Heritage Program
254 General Services Building
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO 80523
PH: (970)491-1309
FAX: (970)491-0279
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment. If you need anything further,please contact Jason Duetsch at(970)
472-4471.
• Cordially,
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Kathi Green
Acting Northeast Regional Manager
CC: Mark Leslie, Area Wildlife Manger
Jason Duetsch,District Wildlife Manager
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