HomeMy WebLinkAbout20070861.tiff BEFORE THE WELD COUNTY, COLORADO, PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION OF RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Moved by Paul Branham,that the following resolution be introduced for passage by the Weld County Planning
Commission. Be it resolved by the Weld County Planning Commission that the application for:
CASE NUMBER: USR-1599
APPLICANT: Carr Community Church do Darlene Blaney
PLANNER: Roger Caruso
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots 13, 14, and 15, Block 11, Carr Town site, being part of the NW4 of
Section 27, T11 N, R67W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
REQUEST: A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Use Permit for a Public and
quasi-Public Building including a Church in the Agricultural Zone District.
LOCATION: North of and adjacent to Gray Avenue and East of and adjacent to Fifth Street.
be recommended favorably to the Board of County Commissioners 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. The request complies with Section 23-2-220.A.1 of the Weld County Code, that the proposal is
consistent with Chapter 22 of[the] Code and any other applicable code provisions or ordinance in
effect. Some relevant sections included the following:
A. Section 22-2-60.A (A.Policy 1.1) —Agricultural zoning will be established and maintained and
promote the Country's agricultural industry. Agricultural zoning is intended to provide areas for
agricultural activities and other uses interdependent upon agriculture. The proposed church is
intended to serve both as a traditional worship facility, but also as an outreach to the community
for various gatherings including weddings, celebrations,graduation parties,and general support
for agricultural practices.
B. Section 22-2-60.D (A.Goal 4) — Conversion of agricultural land to nonurban residential,
commercial and industrial uses will be accommodated when the subject site is in an area that can
support such development. Such development shall attempt to be compatible with the region.
This goal is intended to address conversion of agricultural land to nonurban uses. The proposed
facility is located in the Carr Town site surrounded by residential homesteads and an agricultural
community. The proposed Development Standards and Conditions of Approval ensure that the
proposal is compatible with the region.
C. Section 22-2-130.B (UC Goal 2) — Maintain the rural character of these settlements. Such
development shall assure that unincorporated communities farming and rural character is
maintained for all residents. This development provides a gathering point for the community to
come together, share farming practices and assists in keeping the community tightly knit.
3. Section 23-2-220.A.2 -- The proposal is consistent with the intent of the district in which the use is
located. The subject property is zoned Agricultural. The proposed use is for the construction of a
church that will hold various gatherings including weddings, celebrations, graduation parties and
general support for the agricultural community. Section 23-3-40 of the Weld County Code indicates
"churches" as a Use by Special Review. "Churches" are further defined in Section 23-1-90 as "a
group of buildings or structures that by design and construction are primarily intended for conducting
organized religious services and associated accessory uses." The uses are consistent with other
potential Uses by Special Review of a similar nature.
4. Section 23-2-220.A.3 -- The uses which would be permitted will be compatible with the existing
surrounding land uses. Surrounding uses include agriculture and associated housing and support
facilities. Other Conditions of Approval concerning traffic, lighting, landscaping, and parking along
with the proposed Development Standards,will ensure that the site is compatible with the surrounding
uses.
EXHIBIT
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5. Section 23-2-220.A.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 subject property lies
in the Carr Town site but does not lie within an Intergovernmental Agreement("IGA")or Urban Growth
Boundary("UGB").
6. Section 23-2-220.A.5-- The application complies with Article V of this Chapter[Overlay Districts]of
the Weld County Code. The site does not lie within any Overlay Districts. Effective January 1,2003,
Building Permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the
County Road Impact Program. (Ordinance 2002-11) 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. (Ordinance 2005-8 Section 5-8-40)
7. Section 23-2-220.A.7—There is adequate provision for protection of the health,safety,and welfare of
the inhabitants of the neighborhood and the County. The Design Standards(Section 23-2-240,Weld
County Code),Operation Standards(Section 23-2-250,Weld County Code), proposed Conditions of
Approval, and Development Standards will ensure that there are adequate provisions for the
protection of health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and County.
This recommendation of compliance with the Code is based upon a review of the application materials
submitted by the applicant, other relevant information regarding the request, and responses from referral
entities.
THE WELD COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR APPROVAL IS MADE
CONDITIONAL UPON THE FOLLOWING:
1. Prior to recording the Plat, the following shall be addressed:
A. The Special Review Permit Plan Map shall be amended as follows:
1) All sheets of the plan map shall be labeled USR-1599. (Department of Planning Services)
2) The plan map shall meet all requirements as listed in Section 23-2-260.D of the Weld County
Code. (Department of Planning Services)
3) The plan map shall include the attached Development Standards. (Department of Planning
Services)
4) Section 23-3-250.A.6 of the Weld County Code addresses the issue of trash collection areas.
Areas used for storage or trash collection shall be screened from adjacent public rights-of-
way and adjacent properties. These areas shall be designed and used in a manner that will
prevent wind or animal scattered trash. (Department of Planning Services)
5) An individual sewage disposal system is required for the proposed facility and shall be
installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations. Septic
system permit#SP0500183 has been issued.The septic system is required to be designed
by a Colorado Registered Professional Engineer according to the Weld County Individual
Sewage Disposal Regulations. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
6) Gray Street is designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan as a local gravel
road, which requires an 80-foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently 80 feet of
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.
This road is maintained by Weld County.
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7) 5th Street is designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan as a local gravel road,
which requires an 80-foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently 80 feet of 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. This road is
maintained by Weld County.
8) The right-of-way or easement shall be a graded and drained road to provide an all-weather
access. (Department of Public Works)
9) A minimum radius of 20 feet is required for all access points to the public right-of-way(Section
23-2-240A.9.f of the Weld County Code). The plans currently show a 10 foot radius.
(Department of Public Works)
10) All parking for this site must be off street, internal and must follow Weld County Code
Appendix 23-B,with the information provided seventeen (17)parking spaces, one of which
shall adhere to the American Disability Act. Each parking space shall be equipped with wheel
guards or curb blocks to prevent vehicles from entering the retention pond or pedestrian
areas or coming into contact with walls or other structures.
11)The right-of-way or easement shall be a graded and drained road to provide an all-weather
access. (Department of Public Works)
12) A minimum radius of 20 feet is required for all access points to the public right-of-way
(Section 23-2-240A.9.f of the Weld County Code). The plans currently show a 10 foot radius.
(Department of Public Works)
13) All parking for this site must be off street, internal and must follow Weld County Code
Appendix 23-B,with the information provided seventeen (17)parking spaces, one of which
shall adhere to the American Disability Act. Each parking space shall be equipped with wheel
guards or curb blocks to prevent vehicles from entering the retention pond or pedestrian
areas or coming into contact with walls or other structures.
B. The applicant shall abandon the outhouse in accordance with Weld County Code 30-7-70.
Written verification or physical evidence that the outhouse has been properly abandoned shall
be submitted to the Weld County Department of Public Health and the Weld County
Department of Planning Services. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
C. The water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5
CCR 1003-1). Evidence shall be provided to the Weld County Department of Public Health
and Environment that the system complies with the Regulations. Alternately, the applicant
can provide evidence that they are not subject to these requirement to the Department of
Planning Services. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
2. The applicant shall submit two(2)paper copies of the plan map for preliminary approval to the Weld
County Department of Planning Services, prior to recording. (Department of Planning Services)
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 Board of County Commissioners
resolution a $50.00 recording continuance charge shall added for each additional 3 month period.
(Department of Planning Services)
4. 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). This digital file may be
sent to maps(a)co.weld.co.us. (Department of Planning Services)
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5. Upon completion of Item#1 and#2 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 plan map 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. (Department of Planning Services)
6. Prior to issuance of any Building Permits(other than those for existing structures,as needed to bring
structures into compliance), the following shall take place:
A. The Special Review activity shall not occur, nor shall any building or electrical permits be
issued on the property, until the Special Review plat is recorded in the office of the Weld
County Clerk and Recorder. (Department of Planning Services)
B. Applicant must provide a letter of approval from Nunn Fire Protection District prior to new
construction. (Department of Building Inspection)
7. Prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, the following shall take place:
A. An individual sewage disposal system is required for the proposed facility and shall be
installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations. Septic
system permit#SP0500183 has been issued. (Department of Public Health and
Environment)
B. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado Registered Professional
Engineer according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations.
(Department of Public Health and Environment)
C. The septic system must meet all setbacks, including the 100-foot setback to any well.
(Department of Public Health and Environment)
D. 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 can provide evidence from the WQCD that they
are not subject to these requirements. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
E. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Underground Injection Control (UIC)Class V
Injection Well permit from the Environmental Protection Agency(EPA)for any large-
capacity septic system (a septic system with the capacity to serve 20 or more persons per
day). Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence from the EPA that they are not
subject to the EPA Class V requirements. (Department of Public Health and
Environment)
F. The existing access point on Gray Street shall be abandoned and the proposed access
point from Gray Street shall be utilized. Written or physical evidence of such shall be
submitted to the Department of Planning Services. (Department of Public Works)
G. Gray Street is maintained by Weld County. The alley onto 5th Street shall be upgraded
with 6 inches of class 6 aggregate base coarse for its 20 foot width. 5`h Street should be
upgraded to an all-weather surgave between the alley and Gray Street. (Department of
Public Works)
SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN
SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Carr Community Church
USR-1599
1. The Site Specific Development Plan and Special Use Permit is for a Public and quasi-Public Building
(Church and Fellowship Hall) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District intended to serve as a traditional
worship facility and also as an outreach to the community for various gatherings, weddings,
celebrations and graduation parties and 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. Maximum allowed persons to utilize this site shall be limited to seventy(70)at any given all time as
stated in the application material. (Department of Building Inspection)
4. The hours of operation will be limited to 10:30 a.m. — 1:00 pm every Sunday and 9:00 a.m. —9:00
p.m. during the Christmas holiday season as stated in the application materials.
5. Consistent with the approved stormwater drainage plan,the historical stormwater 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 or storm run-off. (Department
of Planning Works)
6. Landscaping and screening on the site shall be maintained in conformance with the Special Review
Permit Plan Map at all times. (Department of Planning Services)
7. The property owner shall allow any mineral owner the right of ingress or egress for the purposes of
exploration development,completion,re-completion,re-entry,production and maintenance operations
associated with existing or future operations located on these lands. (Department of Planning
Services)
8. 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)
9. 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)
10. 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.(Department of
Public Health and Environment)
11. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site. (Department of Public
Health and Environment)
12. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the Residential Zone as
delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S., as amended. (Department of Public Health and Environment)
13. A permanent,adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary purposes. The water
system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1).
(Department of Public Health and Environment)
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Adequate handwashing and toilet facilities shall be provided for employees and patrons of the church.
(Department of Public Health and Environment)
14. 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; Septic system permit#SP-0500183 has been issued. (Department of Public Health and
Environment)
15. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State and Federal agencies
and the Weld County Code.
16. A building permit shall be obtained prior to the construction of any new building. (Department of
Building Inspection)
17. A plan review is required for each building for which a building permit is required. Plans shall include
a floor plan. Plans shall bear the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer. Two
complete sets of plans are required when applying for each permit. Include a Code Analysis Data
sheet provided by the Weld County Building Department with each Building permit application.
(Department of Building Inspection)
18. Buildings shall conform to the requirements of the various codes adopted at the time of permit
application. Currently the following has been adopted by Weld County: 2003 International Building
Code; 2003 International Mechanical Code; 2003 International Plumbing Code; 2003 International
Fuel Gas Code; and the 2005 National Electrical Code and Chapter 29 of the Weld County Code.
(Department of Building Inspection)
19. The building will be classified as A-3 (Church)occupancy. Occupant load will be determined at the
plan review. Occupant loads of 300 or more require additional requirements of a manual fire alarm
system and an automatic fire sprinkler system. Contact the Nunn Fire Protection District for their
requirements. Fire resistance of walls and openings,construction requirements, maximum building
height and allowable areas will be reviewed at the plan review. Setback and offset distances shall be
determined by the Zoning Ordinance. (Department of Building Inspection)
20. Building height shall be measured in accordance with the 2003 International Building Code for the
purpose of determining the maximum building size and height for various uses and types of
construction and to determine compliance with the Bulk Requirements from Chapter 27 of the Weld
County Code. Building height shall be measured in accordance with Chapter 23 of the Weld County
Code in order to determine compliance with offset and setback requirements. Offset and setback
requirements are measured to the farthest projection from the building. (Department of Building
Inspection)
21. The right-of-way or easement shall be a graded and drained road to provide an all-weather access.
(Department of Public Works)
22. If a drainage culvert is required, a 15-inch corrugated metal pipe is the County's minimum size
requirement. If the applicant chooses to place a larger culvert, please contact the Public Works
Department to adequately size your culvert. (Department of Public Works)
23. Off-street parking spaces shall be surfaced with gravel,asphalt,concrete or the equivalent and shall
be graded to prevent drainage problems. (Department of Public Works)
24. Parking lots shall conform to all standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the
identification of the ADA space with appropriate symbols and signs. (Department of Public Works)
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25. All structures shall meet the requirement of Section 23-3-50 of the Weld County Code for setbacks
and offsets. (Department of Public Works)
26. 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.
(Ordinance 2005-8 Section 5-8-40) (Department of Public Works)
27. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State and Federal agencies
and the Weld County Code. (Department of Planning Services)
28. Effective January 1, 2003, Building Permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to
the fee structure of the County Road Impact Program.(Ordinance 2002-11) (Department of Planning
Services)
29. 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)
30. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Operation Standards of
Section 23-2-250, Weld County Code. (Department of Planning Services)
31. Personnel from Weld County Government 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.
32. The 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.
33. 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.
Motion seconded by Bruce Fitzgerald.
VOTE:
For Passage Against Passage Absent
Bruce Fitzgerald
Chad Auer
Tom Holton
Doug Ochsner
James Welch
Erich Ehrlich
Roy Spitzer
Paul Branham
Mark Lawley
The Chair declared the resolution passed and ordered that a certified copy be forwarded with the file of this
case to the Board of County Commissioner's for further proceedings.
CERTIFICATION OF COPY
I, Kristine Ranslem, Recording Secretary for the Weld County Planning Commission,do hereby certify that the
above and foregoing resolution, is a true copy of the resolution of the Planning Commission of Weld County,
Colorado, adopted on the 6th of March, 2007.
Dated the th 6th of March, 2007.
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Kristine Ranslem
Secretary
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Paul Branham stated that this is much more complicated than you would think at first glance.
Commissioner Branham said that we have to give some concern to the City's position but there are a
number of circumstances in his opinion to the City's position. First of all, in driving to that area it looks like
a flood plain, however it's not so he would think that would detract from the future use of this as any prime
residential area. Commissioner Branham further stated that he believes the issue with the gravel pit,
which the City owns, is not consistent with a prime residential area. He also said that currently there are
no citizens objecting to this and has a tendency to side with the applicant in this case.
Bruce Fitzgerald commented that Greeley had a chance when Mr. Markwardt went to them to ask for
annexation. He believes the argument of the gravel pit and water storage facility across the street is a
strong reason to approve this.
Mark Lawley moved.that Case USR-1586, be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners along with
the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards as amended with the Planning Commission's
recommendation of approval. Doug Ochsner seconded the motion.
The Chair asked the secretary to poll the members of the Planning Commission for their decision.
Paul Branham voted yes with comment. Paul stated that he believes the applicant's proposed use is
compatible with the future use of that area and he based that on Weld County Code 23-2-220a.4.
Erich Ehrlich voted no with comment. Erich stated that because of the fact that it is within Y mile of the City
limits and the Greeley Urban Growth Boundary based on 22-2-110c. He believes that we have to account for
the fact Greeley is saying it's not compatible with their use.
Mark Lawley voted yes with comment. Mark stated that according to the memo Hannah provided,the City of
Greeley indicated that they do not plan to annex the property although according to the applicant he did
approach the City of Greeley and ask to be annexed.
Tom Holton voted yes with comment. Tom commented that he agrees with Commissioner Branham in that it
is compatible with this area given the gravel pit and also he is still not in agreement with protecting the UGB.
Tom stated that if they don't come in to us with an IGA then he doesn't see any reason as the Planning
Commission is the last resort for the property owner.
Doug Ochsner voted yes with comment. Doug commented that in addressing the UGB if the applicant has
stated that he has approached the City and they have told him that this property cannot be annexed he feels
that it has shown that Section 22-2-110c.1 the proposed use attempts to be compatible with the adjacent
Municipality's Comprehensive Plan. Doug further stated that since the applicant cannot be part of the City of
Greeley, in his opinion it defaults back to the County Section 23-2-220a.4 the use which will be permitted will
be compatible with future development of the surrounding area as permitted by the existing zoning.
Bruce Fitzgerald voted yes.
Chad Auer stated that his vote is no,not because he agrees with the Comp Plan issues, however in this case
he believes municipalities have an obligation to participate in the process. Chad commented that we only
received correspondence from the City of Greeley. Commissioner Auer voted no, citing Section 22-2-60a
which deals with the infrastructure of adequate services such as septic, water, etc. He stated that he
understands that as the application sits right now the integrity of process is still there to a degree; however he
is not so sure the issues have been addressed to that section of code.
Motion carried.
The Chair stated to take a five minute recess at 2:24 p.m.
— CASE NUMBER: USR-1599
APPLICANT: Carr Community Church c/o Darlene Blaney m A
PLANNER: Roger Caruso
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lots 13, 14, and 15, Block 11, Carr Townsite, being part of the
NW4 of Section 27, T11 N, R67W of the 6th P.M., Weld County,
Colorado.
REQUEST: A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Use Permit for a
Public and quasi-Public Building including a Church in the
Agricultural Zone District.
LOCATION: North of and adjacent to Gray Avenue and East of and adjacent
to Fifth Street.
Meeting reconvened at 2:30 p.m.
Roger Caruso, Department of Planning Services, stated the sign announcing the Planning Commission
hearing was posted February 21, 2007 by Planning Staff.
The site is located in the Carr Townsite; more specifically north of and adjacent to Gray Avenue and east
of and adjacent to 5th Street.
The surrounding property to the north, south, east and west are primarily single family homes with
agricultural use. There are 24 property owners within 500 feet of the property in questions and the closest
home is roughly 60 feet to the south. The Department of Planning Services has received one letter from a
surrounding property owner dated January 25, 2007 requesting approval of the application.
The property is located on three lots; the proposed fellowship hall will provide for bathroom facilities as the
church alone currently does not have any. A commercial well permit has been issued.
The subject property lies within the three mile referral area of Larimer County; they indicated in their
referral dated 1/10/07 that they reviewed the request and found no conflicts with their interests.
Ten referral agencies reviewed this case of which eight responded favorably or included conditions that
have been addressed through development standards and conditions of approval.
The Weld County Department of Health Services is requesting condition 1.A.5 be removed due to being
repeated.
The Department of Planning Services is recommending approval of this application along with the
conditions of approval and development standards.
Roger stated that the Weld County Health Department is requesting Condition 1.a.5 page 4 be removed and
Department of Public Works is requesting 1.a11 and 1.a12 be removed. The Department of Planning
Services recommends the approval of the application along with the Conditions of Approval and Development
Standards.
Ken Gunner, Pastor of the church and who lives in the house located at this site. The current church building
that they have was built in 1911 and they have no bathroom facilities. They are requesting to build the
Fellowship Hall to have restroom facilities, classrooms for Sunday school classes and a place to have
fellowship meals and gatherings.
Paul Branham stated that we have a Development Standard#4 on page 7 that says the hours of operation will
be limited to 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday and then 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. during the Christmas holiday
season. Commissioner Branham asked if that is what the applicant is wanting as he assumes that this will be
used for weddings and community meetings and all types of activities that might go longer. Mr. Gunner
indicated that according to the application they needed to state the hours of their operation, however they
would like to grow and have more. Commissioner Branham inquired what they would like to have for their
hours of operation. Mr. Gunner commented that they would like to have weddings on Saturdays occasionally,
morning and evening services. Roger Caruso mentioned that staff would recommend eliminating the hours of
operation.
Bruce Fitzgerald asked Mr. Gunner how many members they have right now. Mr. Gunner replied that they
don't keep a membership role but guessed approximately 50 members with 25-30 in attendance in church.
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Commissioner Fitzgerald inquired that if we remove those hours he assumes that the church will not have 24
hour activities there. Mr. Gunner commented that there would not be any 24 hour activities planned.
Tom Holton questioned Condition#3 with regard to parking issues and asked how that number was arrived at
for parking. Roger stated that it was based on the information supplied by the applicant that there would be at
most 70 people on site. Roger further indicated that they have a parking issue with 17 spaces which includes
a handicap accessible parking stall.
Doug Ochsner asked about the occupancy load. Roger replied that the occupancy load was indicated on the
application as being 128 people. Roger commented that parking may not be an issue as they could find ways
around that utilizing what they have. Jesse Hein, Department of Public Works said that the 17 parking spaces
on site are adequate for this due to its size.
The Chair asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against this application. No
one wished to speak.
Paul Branham moved that on Page 4 Numbers 5, 11,and 12 be removed according to recommendations from
planning staff, seconded by Tom Holton. Motion carried.
Paul Branham moved that on Page 7 of Developmental Standards that we remove items Number 3 and 4.
Bruce Fizgerald seconded. Motion carried.
The Chair asked the applicant if he read through the Development Standards and Conditions of Approval and
if he is agreement with those. Mr. Gunner replied that he is in agreement.
Paul Branham moved that Case USR-1599 be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners along with
the amended Conditions of Approval and Development Standards with the Planning Commissions
recommendation of approval. Bruce Fitzgerald seconded the motion.
The Chair asked the secretary to poll the members of the Planning Commission for their decision. Paul
Branham,yes; Bruce Fitzgerald,yes;Tom Holton,yes; Mark Lawley,yes; James Welch,yes; Doug Ochsner,
yes; Chad Auer, yes . Motion carried unanimously.
MEETING ITEMS
Kim Ogle, Department of Planning Services, commented that we have a group of people lined up for
presentation for the Planning Commission luncheons and would like to know if you still want to have people
come in from the outside to speak. If so we can schedule speakers for the luncheons at the Greeley office to
accommodate speakers and council as well. Doug Ochsner asked if we can change the lunch to 12:30 p.m.
Kim replied that the time could be changed. Paul Branham confirmed that the lunch would start at 12:30 p.m.
for both the North and South offices. The Commissioners agreed to proceed with scheduling speakers at the
Greeley meetings during the luncheons. The luncheons will begin at 12:30 pm with the Planning Commission
meeting to begin at1:30 pm.
Meeting adjourned at 3:02 pm.
Respectfully�submitted
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