HomeMy WebLinkAbout20070152.tiff HEARING CERTIFICATION
DOCKET NO. 2007-02
RE: SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT#1575
FOR A USE SIMILAR TO THE USES LISTED AS USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW(ASSISTED
LIVING RESIDENCE) AS LONG AS THE USE COMPLIES WITH THE GENERAL
INTENT OF THE A(AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT - MARILYN TAYLOR
A public hearing was conducted on January 31, 2007, at 10:00 a.m., with the following present:
Commissioner David E. Long, Chair
Commissioner William H. Jerke, Pro-Tem
Commissioner William F. Garcia
Commissioner Robert D. Masden
Commissioner Douglas Rademacher
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Esther Gesick
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Planning Department representative, Jacqueline Hatch
Health Department representative, Char Davis
Public Works representative, Donald Carroll
The following business was transacted:
I hereby certify that pursuant to a notice dated January 11, 2007, and duly published January 17,
2007, in the Fort Lupton Press, a public hearing was conducted to consider the request of
Marilyn Taylor for a Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit#1575 for
a use similar to the uses listed as Use by Special Review(assisted living residence)as long as the
use complies with the general intent of the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Bruce Barker, County
Attorney, made this a matter of record. Jacqueline Hatch, Department of Planning Services,
presented a brief summary of the proposal,entered the favorable recommendation of the Planning
Commission into the record as written, and gave a brief description of the location of the site and
surrounding land uses. Ms. Hatch stated the site is within the three-mile referral area for the City
of Fort Lupton and Town of Hudson,and each indicated no objection to the application. She stated
thirteen referral agencies reviewed the proposal,three indicated no comment,and six responded
with comments that have been addressed in the Conditions of Approval and Development
Standards. She further stated staff received no correspondence from the Colorado Division of
Wildlife,Platte Valley Soil Conservation District,Sheriffs Office,Federal Aviation Administration,or
surrounding property owners. Ms. Hatch stated the applicant has requested an amendment to
Development Standard #4 to increase the number of employees from three (3) to four (4).
Responding to Commissioner Jerke, Ms. Hatch stated the proposal is for an assisted living facility
with 16 elderly residents who are aviation enthusiasts.
Char Davis, Department of Public Health and Environment, stated the site is proposed to be
serviced by a commercial well and an engineer-designed septic system. Responding to
Chair Long, Ms. Davis stated the site is small;however,the applicant is working with staff to ensure
there is adequate space for the required septic system.
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Donald Carroll, Department of Public Works, stated Weld County Road 39 is adjacent to the site
on the west,and he reviewed the surrounding land uses. Mr.Carroll stated Weld County maintains
Weld County Road 39;however,there is an agreement with the Red Baron Estates Subdivision for
road stabilization from the airpark through the subdivision,as well as incorporating stabilization for
the subject lot. He stated the two Recorded Exemption lots will share an access via a cul-de-sac
located at the intersection of Weld County Roads 39 and 16. He stated the proposed parking and
circulation are adequate, and the development will be required to avoid placing structures in the
public right-of-way. Responding to Commissioner Masden, Mr. Carroll reiterated Weld County
Road 39 is maintained by Weld County to the intersection of Weld County Road 16.
In response to Commissioner Garcia, Ms. Davis stated the site is proposed to have a commercial
well; however, the water will need to be tested to ensure the quality is adequate. Responding to
Commissioner Rademacher, Ms. Hatch stated the site is within the Hudson Fire Protection District,
and staff is requesting the applicant provide additional plans forfire protection,sprinkling,etcetera.
(Changed to Tape#2007-03.) Responding to Chair Long,Ms. Hatch stated the site is slightly larger
than three(3)acres. Mr. Carroll stated the Recorded Exemption lots will share a common access
from a cul-de-sac, as depicted on the plat.
Marilyn Taylor,applicant,explained an assisted living facility helps residents with the necessities of
daily life,such as administering medication and providing meals,thereby offering an extension of
their independence. She emphasized that it will not be a nursing home, nor will full-time nursing
care be provided. Ms.Taylor stated the definition of an assisted living facility is anything providing
more than three beds for unrelated residents, and a license is required through the State. She
stated the proposed facility will be similar to Beehive Homes,with sixteen residents,and common
living and dining areas. She stated the distinguishing feature of the proposed facility is that it will
provide an aviation theme for enthusiasts to assist the clients with the transition of moving out of
their homes and gaining commonality with other residents. She stated the facility will be located
directly across the road from the Platte Valley Airpark and the Colorado International Aviation
Museum. She further stated the facility will be called Eagle's Nest and will provide stimulation for
the residents,although they are no longer able to participate in flying. Ms.Taylor stated the eastern
lot is part of Recorded Exemption#4053,and there is an easement and well sharing agreement in
place between the two lots. She stated the septic system is being designed by High Plains
Engineering;however,theyare still completing the final drawings to ensure the system will fit on the
lot and accommodate sixteen residents and four employees. She further stated the well, located
on the subject lot,will provide an adequate water supply,and the plans for a sprinkler and fire alarm
system are in place and will be submitted to the Hudson Fire Protection District. Ms.Taylor stated
the layout of the parking lot has been redesigned to meet fire requirements and accommodate large
equipment,and two underground cisterns,associated with the Red Baron Estates Subdivision,will
provide a backup water source for fire control. She explained the State will assign a Health Safety
Inspector to ensure the facility meets regulations. Responding to Chair Long,Ms.Taylor stated the
water quality will be tested for domestic use,the underground cistern can be utilized forfire control,
and there will also be a backup generator in case of a power outage. In response to Commissioner
Jerke, Ms. Taylor stated the application for a State License is ready for submittal, and they are
proposing sixteen residents, two full-time employees, a cook,and a director,which equals a ratio
of one staff member for every six residents. Responding further to CommissionerJerke, Ms. Hatch
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stated Condition of Approval #1.C requires State licensing. In response to Commissioner
Rademacher, Ms. Taylor stated the assisted living requirements do not require on-site medical
assistance,just monitoring and dispensing of medication; however, the staff will be licensed and
keep detailed records. She further stated if any of the residents start requiring more intensive care,
then the family will be consulted to consider transferring them to a nursing home or bringing in the
necessary nursing staff at the cost of the family. She stated the administrator is a retired
Registered Nurse who will not be providing care,but has the necessary background to manage the
facility. She stated the intent is to house residents, in relatively good health,who are able to enjoy
the surroundings and interact with the other residents. In response to Commissioner Rademacher,
Ms.Taylor stated the facility will provide reasonable transportation,if requested. She further stated
she has personally resided within the neighboring development and a good relationship exists with
the nearby chicken facility operated by Sparboe Horizon Corporation,which is quick to address any
complaints. She added the front porch will be screened to avoid the nuisance of flies while
residents are watching the activities at the airstrip. In response to Chair Long,Ms.Taylor stated the
modified septic system design has been approved by staff. Ms. Davis stated everything appears
to be adequate and a second septic envelope will be added, if needed.
Russell Riley, surrounding property owner, stated he has lived the in area his entire life and he
supports the proposed use at the subject location. He further stated Sparboe Horizon Corporation
is a great company, and nuisances, such as flies and odor, are not a major issue.
The Board indicated concurrence with amending Development Standard#4 to increase the number
of employees to four(4). Responding to Commissioner Long,Ms.Taylor stated she has reviewed,
and concurs with, the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards, as proposed and
modified.
Commissioner Masden moved to approve the request of Marilyn Taylor for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit#1575 for a use similar to the uses listed as
Use by Special Review(assisted living residence)as long as the use complies with the general
intent of the A(Agricultural)Zone District,based on the recommendations of the Planning staff and
the Planning Commission,with the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards as entered
into the record, and the modification of Development Standard#4. The motion was seconded by
Commissioner Jerke, and it carried unanimously. There being no further discussion,the hearing
was completed at 10:45 a.m.
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This Certification was approved on the 5th day of February 2007.
APPROVED:
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Case USR#1575 - MARILYN TAYLOR
Exhibit Submitted By Exhibit Description
A. Planning Staff Inventory of Items Submitted
B. Planning Commission Resolution of Recommendation
C. Planning Commission Summary of Hearing (Minutes October 17,
2006)
D. Clerk to the Board Notice of Hearing
E. Planning Staff Memo re: Items Prior to Scheduling, dated
01/04/07
F. Applicant Letter and attached documentation re: Items
Prior to Scheduling, dated 11/20/06
G. Department of Public Works Memo re: Drainage Report, dated 01/03/07
H. Planning Staff Certification and Photo of sign posting
I. Planning Staff Informational Flyer re: Facility
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