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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20253594 COY\ c c t $ \o kS3 MEMORANDUM TO: Clerk to the Board �861 liAirrE12DATE: December 3,2025 _.._ N TY FROM: Jazmyn Trujillo-Martinez, Planning Services Dept. I ' SUBJECT:BOCC Agenda Item—Approve pprove Road Maintenance During Construction Agreement For: Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC-USR25-0016 Request to Approve Road Maintenance During Construction Agreement: The Department of Planning Services received a request from the applicant, Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC, requesting that the Board of County Commissioners consider approving the Road Maintenance During Construction Agreement for(USR25-0016). No collateral is required with this agreement. Weld County Planning Services, Public Works, and the County Attorney's Office have reviewed the above-mentioned original document and observed the following: • All Public Works related items, of the "Road Maintenance Agreement According To Policy", are found to be acceptable. • This Agreement complies with the terms of the Use by Special Review Permit Resolution, as signed by the Board of County Commissioners. Recommendation: The Departments of Planning Services, Public Works, and the County Attorney's Office are 'recommending approval of the Road Maintenance Agreement According To Policy for USR25-0016, and that this item be placed on the next regularly scheduled BOCC Hearing, as part of the Consent Agenda. cc: Dawn Anderson, Planning Services CO v\Ssa-In's cc•.Pi_(pA/S-rM/KRJIAv) 2025-3594 �a-3�- as 02/06/ G — ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ACCORDING TO REQUIREMENTS DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PERIOD Patricia Buxman,c/o Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC, and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016 THIS AGREEMENT is made this day of Pece,4 C/ 202 5,by and between Patricia Buxman, 14615 County Road 66, Greeley, Colorado 80631, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68,LLC, 1601 Wewatta Street,Suite#700,Denver,Colorado 80202,hereinafter referred to as"Property Lessee," authorized to do business in the State of Colorado, and the County of Weld, a body corporate and politic of the State of Colorado, by and through its Board of County Commissioners, whose address is 1150 "0" Street,Greeley,Colorado 80631 hereinafter referred to as"County." WITNESSETH: WHEREAS,Property Lessee is the lessee of the following described property in the County of Weld, Colorado: Lot B of Corrected Recorded Exemption, CORR RE-4576; being part of the SE1/4 of Section 21, Township 6 North,Range 66 West of the 6th P.M.,Weld County,Colorado hereinafter referred to as"the Property,"and WHEREAS,Property Lessee has received the Board of County Commissioners conditional approval of USR25-0016, and WHEREAS, the Property Lessee facility will generate additional vehicles and heavy traffic directly associated with USR25-0016,for an extended period of time; and WHEREAS, the County, and Property Lessee are desirous of agreeing to terms involving regulation of haul routes, traffic control, and road wear arising from such additional traffic. NOW, THEREFORE, IN CONSIDERATION OF the foregoing and of the promises and covenants contained herein,the parties hereto promise, covenant and agree as follows: Part I: SITE SPECIFIC PROVISIONS A. Reserved B. HauUTravel Routes: The Property Lessee shall be financially responsible for its proportional share 8 of the associated costs for maintaining and/or improving designated haul/travel routes. 1.0 Haul Routes. The following roads are designated as hauUtravel routes for the Property: U 0 m 2 1)East and west along County Road 66 between approved site access and Greeley City Limits. w � 2.0 Haul trucks shall enter and exit the site at the approved access(es) on County Road 66 and travel ty o LLal L o- east-west to the nearest paved road for further dispersal. Any County roads used by traffic associated with z USR25-0016 may become part of the established hauUtravel routes. w a`- 3.0 Weight Limits.No travel vehicles may exceed CDOT required specifications for pounds-per-axle and IL ol m axle configurations unless overweight permits have been applied for and granted. N tOmW N Y Patricia Buxman,c/o Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016—RMCA25-0021 or.". Page 1 of 7 173 4.0 Temporary Deviations. In unusual or rare occasions, if projects mandate deviation from the above-mentioned haul/travel route for a limited period (six months or less), Weld County Planning Services may authorize, in writing, the deviation. In that circumstance, haul/travel vehicles will utilize paved county roads whenever possible. A deviation from the established haul/travel route lasting more than six (6)months or requests for one (1) or more deviations within a 12-month period shall authorize the County to change the haul/travel routes designated herein and provide notice to the Property Lessee. 5.0 Haul Route Signage. Property Lessee shall install travel route signs, if applicable, as per Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices standards, at all exit points of the Property which can be clearly seen by drivers leaving the facility and which clearly depict County approved travel routes. 6.0 No Deviation from Permitted Haul Routes. Except as authorized by the Board pursuant to this Agreement,no use of any roads other than those specifically authorized for use in this Agreement is permitted without the prior written amendment of this Agreement. C. Maintenance Requirements: 1.0 Off-Site Dust Control/Abatement. The Property Lessee is required to provide dust abatement along affected haul route roads,as determined by the County. County will determine the proportionate share of dust control to be paid by Property Lessee. The amount and extent of dust control measures will be determined by site-specific conditions at the time, as determined exclusively by County personnel. The County reserves the right to install traffic counters on the driveway(s)of the Property Lessee's facility. The County will have sole responsibility for determination of the percentage of haul route traffic on all affected roads. 2.0 Obligation to Maintain Current and Future Haul Routes. Property Lessee will be fmancially responsible for the excavation,repair,and patching of any damage on current or future haul route roads,which in the sole opinion of County has been created by vehicle traffic to and from the Property. Should Property Lessee's site activities or vehicle circulation patterns change in the future so that County approves an alternate haul route, and all or a significant portion of Property Lessee's sourced traffic no longer utilizes the above-described haul route and instead utilizes other portions of County roads,Property Lessee shall cooperate with County in maintenance of said roads which are included within the new haul route. The type and method of repair will be determined by the County Engineer or his representative. Repairs shall commence within 48 hours of notification by the County for any roadway damage that exposes the driving public to adverse or unsafe driving conditions.All other repairs shall commence within thirty(30)days of receipt of Weld County's written notice. 2.1 Need for Immediate Repairs. In the event of damage to an Approved Haul Route by Project traffic that causes an immediate threat to public health and safety or renders the road impassible M ("Significant Damage"),County shall,after inspection,notify Property Lessee of such Significant i Damage. Property Lessee shall identify the repair required and shall consult with County on the 8 extent, type, timing, materials and quality of repair (i.e. temporary versus permanent) within twenty-four (24) hours after receipt of such notice and shall commence such repair within forty-eight (48) hours after receipt of such notice. If Property Lessee identifies Significant Damage prior to receiving notice thereof from County,Property Lessee may commence repair of m a IN7 such Significant Damage and shall concurrently notify County of the extent, type, timing, r m 3 materials and quality of repair(i.e.temporary versus permanent). c v� , 2.2 In County's sole discretion, County may undertake the repairs and/or improvements. Property w�o Lessee's payment for its Proportionate Share of the road repairs/improvements will be calculated • as described in this Agreement. a m 3.0 Proportionate Share of Road Maintenance Responsibilities: U IOyM N a- coC N o Patricia Buxman,c/o Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016—RMCA25-0021 mmai Page 2 of 7 in&II 3.1 Property Lessee shall pay its Proportionate Share of costs of dust control/abatement, paving, repairs,or maintenance of any particular Haul Route Road.Property Lessee's Proportionate Share shall be based upon the percentage of traffic on the road that is attributable to Property Lessee's facility. County personnel will determine the percentage based on then current Equivalent Single Axle Load(ESAL)Counts.Property Lessee shall not be responsible for traffic that is not sourced from Property Lessee's facility. 3.2 The County shall notify Property Lessee of County's preliminary determination and assessment of Property Lessee's proportionate share of costs. Prior to County's fmal determination and assessment, County shall provide Property Lessee with a reasonable opportunity to review, comment upon and supplement County's data, collection methodology, and determinations. The County shall review and consider Property Lessee's input prior to making a final determination and assessment. The County shall have sole responsibility for determination of Property Lessee's proportionate share of costs. Part II: GENERAL PROVISIONS A. General Requirements: 1.0 Permits:Property Lessee is required to apply for and receive all permits required by the County or any other applicable local, State,or federal permit,including but not limited to: 1.Access Permits.Property Lessee shall not use any access onto any County road unless and until an access permit has been issued by the Department of Planning Services. Planning Services may condition the issuance of an updated access permit on the amendment of this Agreement if the updated access permit authorizes the use of an additional access point, or if there is a change in use of the current access point,as permitted by Article XIV of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code. 2. Right-of-Way (ROW)Permits. Per Article XIII of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code, any work occurring within County ROW requires a ROW permit issued by the Department of Public Works.No work shall occur without said ROW permit. 3.Transport Permits.Per Article XV of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code,a Weld County Transport Permit is required for Extra-legal vehicles using Weld County roadways to ensure the operation and movement of Extra-legal Vehicles and Loads occurs in a safe and efficient manner. _ 2.0 Liability for Damage to Road.Property Lessee shall be financially responsible for any and all damage caused to any Weld County Road as a result'of the design and construction of the site-specific Use associated with USR25-0016, without regard to the negligence, or lack thereof, of Property Lessee or its agents. This provision shall survive Termination of this Agreement pursuant to section B.2.0, below, and shall be of no further force and effect ten years after mutual execution of this Agreement. oz. B. Violations of Agreement and Remedies" 1.0 Violation of Terms of Agreement.If in County's reasonable opinion,Property Lessee has violated any ®3 of the terms of this Agreement, County shall notify Property Lessee and shall state with specificity the facts - - and circumstances which County believes constitute the violation.Property Lessee shall have thirty(30)days -�� _ within which to either cure the violation or demonstrate compliance.Thereafter,County may seek any remedy o u m described in this Agreement or otherwise provided by law. to Q ro 2.0 Termination of Agreement: This Agreement shall terminate upon the earliest of the following events: — m al-rim O.mm� U Z H ` 10 ca m a d Patricia Buxman,do Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016—RMCA25-0021 �� Page 3 of 7 :1nmvM1 2.1 Cessation of all Permit Related Activities. Termination of this Agreement shall occur upon Property Lessee's complete cessation of all activities permitted by the USR.A partial cessation of activities shall not constitute a Termination of this Agreement, nor shall County's issuance of a partial release constitute a Termination. Unless informed in writing by the Property Lessee of cessation of activities, and verified by the County, cessation shall be presumed if the County determines that the USR has been inactive for three(3)years. 2.2 Execution of Replacement Agreement. This Agreement shall terminate following County's execution of a new Improvements Agreement with a new Property Lessee or Operator who has purchased the Property or has assumed the operation of the business permitted by the USR and intends to make use of the rights and privileges available to it through the then existing USR. 2.3 Revocation of USR. This Agreement shall terminate following County's revocation of Property Lessee's USR, except that the Property Lessee shall only be released from this Agreement after the successful completion of all improvements required under this Agreement. 2.4 Completion of Construction. This Agreement shall terminate following Property Lessee's completion of construction of the facilities authorized by the underlying USR. Property Lessee shall notify the County of completion. 3.0 Revocation of USR. Property Lessee acknowledges that failure to comply with the material terms of • this Agreement constitutes cause to revoke the USR,and County may exercise this option in its sole reasonable discretion by proceeding with revocation under the then current provisions of the Weld County Code. 4.0 Court action.Upon notice of violation and failure to cure within the time permitted by this Agreement, County may seek relief in law or equity by filing an action in the Weld District Court. C. Miscellaneous Provisions. 1.0 1.0 Successors and Assigns. 1.1 Property Lessee may not delegate, transfer, or assign this Agreement in whole or in part, without the prior express written consent of County and the written agreement of the party to whom the obligations under this Agreement are assigned. Consent to a delegation or an assignment will not be unreasonably withheld by County. In such case, Property Lessee's release of its obligations shall be accomplished by County's execution of a new Improvements Agreement with the successor lessee of the property. 1.2 County's rights and obligations under this Agreement shall automatically be delegated, transferred, or assigned to any municipality which, by and through annexation proceedings, has o assumed jurisdiction and maintenance responsibility over all roads affected by this Agreement. 0-IN _ 2.0 Severability. If any term or condition of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or o! unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, this Agreement shall be construed and enforced without such provision,to the extent that this Agreement is then capable of execution within the original intent of the 8 parties. • • v to,—II. 3.0 Governmental Immunity. No term or condition of this contract shall be construed or interpreted as a °°LL t•A waiver, express or implied, of any of the immunities, rights, benefits, protections or other provisions, of the ▪ g Colorado Governmental Immunity Act§§24-10-101 et seq.,as applicable now or hereafter amended. atmY 4.0 No Third-Party Beneficiary. It is expressly understood and agreed that the enforcement of the terms a mU and conditions of this Agreement,and all rights of action relating to such enforcement,shall be strictly reserved cv m a Patricia Buxman,c/o Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016—RMCA25-0021 coNY�~ Page4of7 mm>. �mv� to the undersigned parties and nothing in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim or right of action whatsoever by any other person not included in this Agreement. It is the express intention of the undersigned parties that any entity other than the undersigned parties receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be an incidental beneficiary only. 5.0 Entire Agreement/Modifications: This Agreement including the Exhibits attached hereto and incorporated herein, contains the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement. This instrument supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and understandings or agreements with respect to the subject matter contained in this Agreement. This Agreement may be changed or supplemented only by a written instrument signed by both parties. 6.0 Board of County Commissioners of Weld County Approval. This Agreement shall not be valid until it has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County,Colorado or its designee. 7.0 Choice of Law/Jurisdiction.Colorado law,and rules and regulations established pursuant thereto,shall be applied in the interpretation, execution, and enforcement of this Agreement. Any provision included or incorporated herein by reference which conflicts with said laws,rules and/or regulations shall be null and void. In the event of a legal dispute between the parties, the parties agree that the Weld County District Court or Federal District Court for the District of Colorado shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve said dispute. 8.0 Attorneys' Fees/Legal Costs. In the event of a dispute between County and Property Lessee, concerning this Agreement,the parties agree that each party shall be responsible for the payment of attorney fees and/or legal costs incurred by or on its own behalf. 9.0 Release of Liability. Property Lessee shall indemnify and hold harmless the County from any and all liability loss and damage County may suffer as a result of all suits, actions, or claims of every nature and description caused by, arising from, or on account of the design and construction of improvements, and pay any and all judgments rendered against the County on account of any such suit, action or claim, and notwithstanding Section 7.0 above,together with all reasonable expenses and attorney fees incurred by County in defending such suit, action or claim whether the liability, loss or damage is caused by, or arises out of the negligence of the County or its officers,agents,employees,or otherwise except for the liability,loss,or damage arising from the intentional torts or the gross negligence of the County or its employees while acting within the scope of their employment. All contractors and other employees engaged in construction of the improvements shall maintain adequate worker's compensation insurance and public liability insurance coverage and shall operate in strict accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of Colorado governing occupational safety and health. 10.0 Binding Arbitration Prohibited. Weld County does not agree to binding arbitration by any extra- - judicial body or person. Any provision to the contrary in this Agreement or incorporated herein by reference shall be null and void. p U 11.0 Authority to Sign. Each person signing this Agreement represents and warrants that he or she is duly authorized and has legal capacity to execute and deliver this Agreement. Each party represents and warrants to the other that the execution and delivery of the Agreement and the performance of such party's obligations -a__ hereunder have been duly authorized and that the Agreement is a valid and legal agreement binding on such a3 M party and enforceable in accordance with its terms.If requested by the County,Property Lessee shall provide v the County with proof of Property Lessee's authority to enter into this Agreement within five (5) days of 4.44 receiving such request. go 12.0 Acknowledgment. County and Property Lessee acknowledge that each has read this Agreement, �aII; understands it and agrees to be bound by its terms. Both parties further agree that this Agreement, with the am attached or incorporated Exhibits, is the complete and exclusive statement of agreement between the parties ION N .t ma Patricia Buxman,do Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016—RMCA25-0021 Page 5 of 7 _ Inmo and supersedes all proposals or prior agreements, oral or written, and any other communications between the parties relating to the subject matter of this Agreement. 13.0 Notwithstanding any other provision contained in this Agreement,for any conflict or potential conflict between any term in this Agreement and the Resolution of the Board of County Commissioners approving the underlying land use permit,the provisions of the Board's Resolution shall control.In the event of a discrepancy between this agreement and the Weld County Code in effect at the time of the agreement, the terms of the Weld County Code shall control. I a o J o � y i U Ezi m -3� fa L ola m ia lL O 10 a v re Nc2 gia10 CO ro n-Gto N() E°y� N N®a Patricia Buxman,c/o Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC—USR25-0016—RMCA25-0021 toga Page 6 of 7 PROPERTY LESSEE:PIVOT SOLAR 66,LLC,PIVOT SOLAR 67,LLC, and PIVOT SOLAR 68,LLC A By: L Date 12- l 2- 2 g Name: 7-01-to. Title:_Authorized Representative __� KYLE HOCKSTAD NOTARY PUBLIC-STATE OF COLORADO STATE OF COLORADO NOTARY ID 20234037487 SS. ( MY COMMISSION EXPIRES OCT 3,2027 County of Denver ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this 2- day of pece -- , 2025 ,by WITNESS my hand and official seal. Notary Pu c WELD COUNTY: ATTEST: girlF BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Weld Co ty Clerk tto the afra-a,50 Board WELD COUNTY,COLORADO BY: u' c,a�'vli(�L Deputy C erk to the Board Perry L.B ck,Chair EC, 3 1 2025 • 1,16 861 ` a ha O U C � O U • •3- OIO Nm� Qa IO:;;;E - N p CM Patricia Buxman,do Pivot Solar 66,LLC,Pivot Solar 67,LLC,and Pivot Solar 68,LLC-USR25-0016-RMCA25-0021 toga Page 7 of 7 O N� �gg. 7_01,5-35c9 Contract or Entity Information Entity Name* Entity ID* ❑New Entity? PIVOT SOLAR LLC @00047392 Contract Name* Contract ID - Parent Contract ID ROAD MAINTENANCE DURING CONSTRUCTION 10153 Requires Board Approval AGREEMENT USR25-0016 PATRICIA BUXMAN C/O PIVOT SOLAR 66, LLC PIVOT SOLAR 67, LLC, AND Contract Lead* YES PIVOT SOLAR 68, LLC JTRUJILLOMARTINEZ Department Project# Contract Status Contract Lead Email CTB REVIEW jtrujillomartinez@weld.go Contract Description* ROAD MAINTENANCE DURING CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT USR25-0016 PATRICIA BUXMAN C/O PIVOT SOLAR 66, LLC PIVOT SOLAR 67, LLC, AND PIVOT SOLAR 68, LLC NO COLLATERAL NEEDED •i 1 Contract Description 2 Contract Type* Department Requested BOCC Agenda Due Date AGREEMENT PLANNING Date* 12/13/2025 12/17/2025 Amount* Department Email • $0.00 CM-Planning@weld.gov Will a work session with BOCC be required?* NO Renewable* Department Head Email NO CM-Planning- Does Contract require Purchasing Dept. to be DeptHead@weld.gov included? Automatic Renewal NO County Attorney Grant GENERAL COUNTY IGA ATTORNEY EMAIL County Attorney Email • CM- COUNTYATTORNEY@WEL D.GOV If this is a renewal enter previous Contract ID If this is part of a MSA enter MSA Contract ID Note: the Previous Contract Number and Master Services Agreement Number should be left blank if those contracts are not in OnBase Contract Dates Effective Date Review Date* Renewal Date 12/17/2026 Termination Notice Period Expiration Date* Committed Delivery Date 12/17/2027 Contact Information , Contact Info Contact Name Contact Type Contact Email Contact Phone 1 Contact Phone 2 • Purchasing Purchasing Approver Purchasing Approved Date Approval Process Department Head Finance Approver Legal Counsel DAWN ANDERSON RUSTY WILLIAMS BYRON HOWELL DH Approved Date Finance Approved Date Legal Counsel Approved Date ' ': 12/23/2025 12/23/2025 12/23/2025 Final Approval BOCC Approved Tyler Ref# AG123125 BOCC Signed Date 4 ' Originator BOCC Agenda Date JTRUJILLOMARTINEZ • Resolution Approve Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016, for a Solar Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone District — Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC . 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 5th day of November, 2025, at the hour of 10:00 a.m., in the Chambers of the Board, for the purpose of hearing the application of Patricia Buxman, 14615 County Road 66, Greeley, Colorado 80631, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC, 1601;Wewatta Street, Suite #700, Denver, Colorado 80202, for Use by Special Review Permit,. USR25-0016, for a Solar Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, on the following described real estate, being more particularly described as follows: Lot B of Corrected Recorded Exemption, CORR RE-4576; being part of the SE1/4 of Section 21, Township 6 North, Range 66 West of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado Whereas; at said hearing, the applicant was present and represented Kyle Sundman and Kyle Hockstad, Pivot Energy, 1601 Wewatta Street, Suite#700, Denver, Colorado 80202, 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 neutral recommendation of the Weld County Planning Commission (three [3] in support, three [3] opposed, and three [3]absent), 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. ' The applicant has demonstrated that the request is in conformance 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 [Weld County Comprehensive Plan] and any other applicable code provisions or ordinance in effect. • cc:QL(OE/mwtofk Av/KR),cmicml 2025-2922 A5R06), APPL.., APPL. REP. PL2977 t2 fi /25 Use by Special Review.Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 2 1) Section 22-2-10.0 states: "Promoting Economic Growth and Stability. Land use policies have a significant impact on economic conditions in the County and should be structured to encourage economic prosperity. To ensure the continued strength of Weld County's economy, land use processes and decisions based on the [Comprehensive Plan] shall be consistent and promote financially responsible growth." This is a proposed nine (9) megawatt Solar Energy Facility (SEF) that will encompass approximately 36 acres of an approximately 56-acre site. This SEF will initially provide construction jobs and future energy production to Weld County. These functions directly support economic prosperity. This SEF, being a power- generating facility, will add variety, stability, and redundancy to the existing electrical grid. Traditional energy resources are tied to commodity markets and can vary in demand and output. This facility can complement and ,support the economy during times of fluctuating oil and gas activity. 2) Section 22-2-30.0 - Harmonize development with surrounding land uses. The adjacent land will experience minimal nuisance from the SEF, which is an unmanned energy development facility.There is one (1) residence within 500 feet of the disturbed area, which is owned by the same owner of the parcel the SEF will be on. The closest neighboring residence is located approximately 520 feet from the SEF on the southeastern side, of the proposed disturbed area. B. Section 23-2-230.B.2 — The proposed use is consistent with the intent of the A (Agricultural) Zone District. 1) Section 23-3-10 — Intent, states: "Agriculture in the County is considered a valuable resource, which must be protected from adverse impacts resulting . from uncontrolled and undirected business, industrial and residential land uses. The A (Agricultural) Zone District is established to maintain and promote agriculture as an 'essential feature of the County. The A (Agricultural) Zone District is intended to provide areas for the conduct of agricultural, activities and activities related to agriculture and agricultural production, and for areas for natural resource extraction and energy development, without the interference of other, incompatible land uses." 2) Section 23-3-40.GG — Uses by Special Review,of the Weld County Code include, "Solar Energy Facilities (SEFs), being more than five (5) acres in size, but less than 160 acres, in the Near/Urban Area, as shown on • Appendix 21-B, or being more than five (5) acres, but less than 320 acres, in the Agricultural/Rural Area, as shown on Appendix 21-B." This code section allows the applicant to apply for the subject SEF, being located in the Near-Urban Area, as shown by map in Appendix 21-B. Per 2025-2922 PL2977 ' I Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 3 Section 23-1-90 of the Weld County Code, the SEF will encumber approximately 36 acres and qualifies as a SEF USR. As stated in this Section of'the Weld County Code, the Agricultural Zone District is intended to be used for energy development. This SEF may also include two (2) 40-foot Conex (cargo) containers, per parcel, during construction. Cargo containers are allowed as an Accessory Use, per Section 23-3-30.B of the Weld County Code. C. Section 23-2-230.B.3 —The uses which will be permitted will be compatible with the existing surrounding land uses. The surrounding properties to the north, west, and south are located in unincorporated Weld County and are zoned A (Agricultural) and the properties to the east are within the City of Greeley and zoned as Residential, Estate and Industrial Low Intensity. The surrounding land uses include residences, agricultural uses. There are no residences within 500 feet of the project, except for the residence of the owner of the subject property. There are seven (7) Use by Special Review Permits (USRs) within one (1) mile of the site. To the west of the subject property are five (5) USRs: one (1) feedlot for 100 cattle (SUP-175); excavation equipment shop (USR-1417); feed sales, farm equipment sales repair, and installation (USR-843); kennel for 140 dogs and 20 cats (3MUSR19-85-685); and a child daycare center (USR-1698). To the south of the subject property there are two (2) USRs: one (1) for a natural gas facility (USR-59.8); and a sprinkler system business (USR-491). Weld County Department of Planning Services staff sent notice to 12 surrounding property owners (SPOs) within 500 feet of the proposed USR boundary. No written or telephone correspondence in opposition or support of the project were received. The proposed use is in an area that can support this development and the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards will assist in mitigating the impacts of the facility on the adjacent properties and ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses and the region. D. Section 23-2-230.Ba4—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 this Code or master plans of affected municipalities. The site is located within a three (3) mile referral area of the City of Greeley, and within an. Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) area of the Town of Severance. The site is located within the Coordinated Planning Agreement (CPA) area for the Town of Severance. As part of the application process, the Town of Severance was sent a Notice of Inquiry (NOI). They submitted a NOI, dated June 23, 2025, which indicated they had no comment. 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 4 According to the Town of Severance's Future Land Use Map, this property is not located within the projected growth boundary of the Town, as the property is located south of State Highway 392. The City of Greeley submitted advisory comments in their referral dated August 8, 2025, explaining the site is within Greeley's Long Range Expected Growth Area, listing the property as an "urban reserve," and that Greeley allows solar in any zone district. The City of Greeley recommended the maximum screening for adjacent residential properties and "potential residential development"that may develop around the property. In the Town of Severance's referral, dated July 15, 2025, they indicated they have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with their interests. E. Section 23-2-230.B.5 — The application complies with Articles V and XI of Chapter 22 if the proposal is located within an overlay zoning district or a special flood hazard area identified by maps officially adopted by the county. The property is not located in any overlay district officially adopted by the County, including the A-P (Airport) Overlay District, 1-25 Overlay District, Geologic Hazard Overlay District, Special Flood Hazard Area, Historic • Townsites Overlay District, Agricultural Heritage Overlay District or MS4 - Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System area. Building Permits issued on the lot will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the County-Wide Road Impact Fee, County Facility Fee, and 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 Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS) Soil Survey indicated the site consists of 49 acres of low-slope (1-3%) Kim loam soils and seven (7) acres of low slope (1-3%) of Olney fine sandy loam. The SEF facility will be located on 36.2 acres of Kim loam soils, which is designated as "Prime farmland if irrigated," and on 1.4 acres of Olney fine sandy loam soils, which is designated as "Prime farmland if irrigated and the product of 1 (soil erodibility) x C (climate factor) does not exceed 60". The proposed use is temporary, and soils will not be unduly removed from the property. After the lease period, the land can be returned to historic uses. Currently, the land is farmed and irrigated.According to the application materials, Pivot Energy will apply broadleaf herbicide to revegetate the disturbed area. The use of a drought tolerant mix of native grasses will be used with either a hydro-seed or hydro-mulch. Mowing or the use of grazing livestock will be used to mitigate overgrowth and weed management will be monitored and treated with herbicide when necessary. 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016- Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 5 G. Section 23-2-230.B.7 — The Design Standards (Section 23-2-240, Weld County Code), Operation Standards (Section 23-2-250, Weld County Code), Conditions of Approval and Development Standards can ensure that there are adequate provisions for the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and County. This proposal has been reviewed by the appropriate referral agencies, and. it has been determined that the attached Conditions of Approval and Development Standards ensure there are adequate provisions for the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and county and will address and mitigate impacts on the surrounding area with the operation of this facility. Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the application of Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC,for.Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016, for a Solar Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites 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 map: A. A Road Maintenance Agreement for Construction is required at this location. Road maintenance includes, but is not limited to, dust control and damage repair to specified haul routes during construction. B. If water is utilized for dust abatement or during the operation of the SEF, the applicant shall provide a legal source of water for these uses. Per the referral comments from the Colorado Division of Water Resources, dated September 15, 2025, Well Permit No. 34392, may not be used for dust control or irrigation associated with the Solar Energy Facility. C. The map shall be amended to delineate the following: 1) All sheets of the map shall be labeled USR25-0016. 2) The attached Development Standards. 3) The map shall be prepared, per Section 23-2-260.D and Section 23-4-1030.C.3 of the Weld County Code. 4) The applicant shall show and label the required setbacks, in accordance with Section 23-4-1030.C.3 of the Weld County Code. 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 6 5) The applicant shall show and label any existing and proposed solar facility installations and electrical equipment, power lines, structures, temporary work trailers, storage containers (limited to two [2], per Section 23-3-30.B of the Weld County Code), storage areas and miscellaneous improvements, as applicable. Clearly indicate which equipment and structures are temporary for use during construction and which items are permanent. 6) The applicant shall show and label the required fencing, gates and any emergency and site identification signage, in accordance with Section 23-2-240.A.12 and Section 23-4-1030.C.6 of the Weld County Code. Include fence and sign specification details on the map. Refer to the Weld County Sign Code, as amended. 7) The applicant shall show and IabeTthe location of the temporary trash collection areas, if applicable. Include specification details on the USR map. Refer to Section 23-2-240.A.13 of the Weld County Code for design criteria. 8) The applicant shall show and label any planned oil and gas surface development areas, corridors, access roadways, for example, part of any executed Surface Use Agreement. 9) The applicant shall show and label all recorded easements and rights-of-way on the map by book and page number or Reception number and recording date. 10) County Road 66 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map as a collector road, which requires 80 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. The applicant shall delineate and label the future and existing right-of-way (along with its creating document) and the physical location of the road on the USR map. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of the right-of- way. This road is maintained by Weld County. 11) The applicant shall show and label the approved tracking control. 12) The applicant shall show and label the entrance gate, if applicable. An access approach that is gated shall be designed so that the longest vehicle (including trailers) using the access can completely clear the traveled way when the gate is closed. In no event shall the distance from the gate to the edge of the traveled surface be less than 35 feet. 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC; and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 7 13) The applicant shall show and label drainage flow arrows. • 14) The applicant shall show and label the project access onto County Road 66 at the permitted,location, approximately 1,965 feet west of County Road 31. 2. Upon completion of Condition of Approval #1 above, the applicant shall submit one (1) electronic copy (.pdf) of the map for preliminary approval to the Weld County Department of Planning Services. Upon approval of the map the applicant shall submit a Mylar map along with all other documentation required as Conditions of Approval. The Mylar map shall be recorded in the office of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services. The map shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of Section 23-2-260.D of the Weld County Code. The Mylar map and additional requirements shall be submitted within 120 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 Appendix 5-J of the Weld County Code, should the map not be recorded within the required 120 days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution, a$50.00 recording continuance charge shall be added for each additional three (3) month period. 4. The Use by Special Review is not perfected until the Conditions of Approval are completed and the map is recorded. Activity shall not occur, nor shall any Building or Electrical Permits be issued on the property, until the Use by Special Review map is ready to be recorded in the office of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder or the applicant has been approved for an early release agreement. 5. Prior to Construction: A. The applicant shall submit an irrevocable standby letter of credit, bond, or alternate form of security in an amount sufficient to fund the estimated decommissioning/reclamation costs, required by Section 23-4-1030.B.4 of the Weld County Code,.for acceptance and approval by the Weld County Board of County Commissioners. Once approved, the Decommissioning and Reclamation Plan shall be updated to 'include the approved security information. B. The applicant shall submit an ALTA survey that identifies all subsurface utilities. C. The approved access and tracking control shall be constructed. 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 8 D. If more than one (1) acre is to be disturbed, a Weld County Grading Permit shall be required. E. Overweight and/or Oversized Special Transport Permits from the Department of Public Works shall be acquired for all applicable trucks. F. The applicant shall submit the Interconnection Agreement. Use by Special Review Permit Development Standards Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC USR25-0016 1. Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016, is for a Solar Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, 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. 3. The Use by Special Review Permit shall be valid for three (3) years from the date of approval. If the site is not selected for being a participant in any community solar program the permit shall expire on the anniversary date of Board of County Commissioners' approval. 4. Any future structures or uses onsite must obtain the appropriate Zoning and Building Permits. 5. The facility is unmanned and will operate year-round, according to the application materials. Limited maintenance personnel may visit the site, once operational. 6. Height limitation. Ground-mounted solar collectors shall not exceed 25 feet in height, measured from the highest grade below each solar panel to the highest extent of the solar panel rotation, per Section 23-4-1030.C.1 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 7. Glare. A SEF shall be designed, located, or placed so that concentrated solar glare from its solar collectors will not be directed toward, or onto, nearby properties or roadways, at any time of the day, per Section 23-4-1030.C.2 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 8. Setbacks. The Improved Area of the SEF shall conform to the setback requirements of the underlying zone. Additionally, the improved area must be at 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 9 least 500 feet from existing residential buildings and residential lots of a platted subdivision or planned unit development. The residential setback requirement may be reduced if appropriate screening; through landscape or an opaque fence, is installed, or upon submittal to Weld County of a waiver, or informed consent, signed by the residence owner, agreeing to the lesser setback. If landscaping or opaque fencing is substituted, for setback, a Landscaping Plan or Fencing Plan shall first be submitted to, and approved by, the Department of Planning Services, per Section 23-4-1030.C.3 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 9. The existing and proposed landscaping and screening on the site shall be maintained in accordance with the approved Landscape and Screening Plan. Required landscaping and screening shall be installed within one (1) calendar year of issuance of a Building Permit or commencement of use, whichever occurs sooner. Dead or diseased plant materials shall be replaced with materials of similar quantity and quality, at the earliest possible time. 10. Dust mitigation. The operators of the SEF shall continuously employ the practices for control of fugitive dust detailed in their accepted Dust Mitigation Plan, per Section 23-4-1030.C.4 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 11. Underground cables. All electrical cables on the improved area shall be buried, except for direct current string wires that connect between solar collectors, and direct current collection circuits between rows of solar arrays that are no more than four(4) feet above grade crossings, substations, switchyards, and circuit voltages greater than 34.5 kilovolts (where necessary), per Section 23-4-1030.C.5 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 12. Fencing..The SEF shall be enclosed with a security fence, as approved, pursuant to the Fencing Plan, shown hereon.Appropriate signage shall be placed upon such fencing that warns the public of the high voltage therein, per Section 23-4-1030.C.6 of the Weld County Code. All signs shall adhere to the adopted Weld County Sign Code, as amended. 13. Stormwater management. The Operator of the SEF shall comply with the approved Final Drainage Report and the required Storm Drainage Criteria pursuant to Chapter 8, Article XI of the Weld County Code. Ground-mounted solar collector systems shall be exempt from impervious surface calculations if the soil under the collectors is designated hydrologic A or B soil groups by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), per Section 23-4-1030.C.7 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 14. Access Permit. Prior to construction of the SEF, the applicant shall apply for and obtain an approved Access Permit from the Weld County Department of Planning 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 10 Services, pursuant to the provisions of Article XIV of Chapter 8 of the Weld County Code, per Section 23-4-1030.C.8 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 15. Existing irrigation systems. The nature and location or expansion of the SEF must not unreasonably interfere with any irrigation systems on, or adjacent to, the solar facility, per Section 23-4-1030.C.9 of the Weld County Code, as amended. 16. The site shall adhere to the accepted. Decommissioning and Reclamation Plan. Per Section 23-4-1030.B.4.h of the Weld County Code, as amended, Weld County shall have the right to draw upon the irrevocable standby letter of credit, or other form of financial security, to pay for decommissioning in the event that the holder has not commenced decommissioning and reclamation activities within 90 days of the Board of County Commissioners' order or Resolution directing decommissioning and reclamation. 17. The site shall be maintained in accordance with the accepted Property Maintenance Plan. 18. All signs shall adhere to Chapter 23,Article IV, Division 2 of the Weld County Code. 19. The property owner shall maintain compliance with the Decommissioning Plan. 20. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for controlling noxious weeds on the site, pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II, of the Weld County Code. 21. The access to the site shall be maintained to mitigate any impacts to the public road, including damages and/or off-site tracking. 22. There shall be no parking or staging of vehicles on public roads. On-site parking shall be utilized. 23. Any work that may occupy and/or encroach upon any County rights-of-way or easement shall require an approved Right-of-Way Use Permit, prior to commencement. 24. The property owner shall comply with all requirements provided in the executed Road Maintenance Agreement. 25. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts will be maintained on the site. 26. During construction, all liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Faciljties Act, C.R.S. §30-20-100.5) shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination. 2025-2922 • PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016— Patricia Buxman, c/o Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 11 27. During construction, 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, C.R.S. §30-20-100.5. 28. During construction, waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed of in a manner that controls fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. The facility shall operate in accordance with Chapter 14, Article I of the Weld County Code. 29. Fugitive dust and,fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled throughout the duration of construction of the facility. 30. During construction, adequate toilet facilities and handwashing units shall be provided. Portable toilets shall be serviced by a cleaner licensed in Weld County, contain hand sanitizers, be screened from public view, and removed when construction is completed. 31. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of state and federal agencies and the Weld County Code. 32. Building Permits may be required for any new construction, set up of manufactured structures,or change of use of existing buildings, per Section 29-3-10 of the Weld County Code. Buildings and structures shall conform to the requirements of the various codes,adopted at the time of permit application. Currently, the following have been adopted by Weld County: 2018 International Codes, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code, 2023 National Electrical Code, and Chapter 29 of the Weld County Code. A Building Permit application must be completed and two (2) complete sets of engineered plans, bearing the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer, must be submitted for review. A Geotechnical Engineering Report, performed by a Colorado registered engineer, or an Open Hole Inspection shall be required.A Building Permit must be issued prior to the start of construction. 33. Building Permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure of the County-Wide Road Impact Fee, County Facility Fee, and Drainage Impact Fee Programs. 34. All buildings shall comply with the setback from oil and gas wells per Section 23-4-700, as amended. 35. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Design and Operation Standards of Chapter 23 of the Weld County Code.. 2025-2922 PL2977 • V Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016—Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 12 36. Necessary personnel from the Weld County Departments of Planning Services, Public Works, and Public Health and Environment shall be granted access onto the property at any reasonable time in order to ensure the activities carried out on the property comply with the Conditions of.Approval and Development Standards stated herein and all applicable Weld County regulations. 37. The Use by Special Review area shall be limited to the plans shown hereon and governed by the foregoing standards and all applicable Weld County regulations. Substantial changes from the plans or Development Standards, as shown or stated, shall require the approval of an amendment of the Permit by the Weld County Board of County Commissioners before such changes from the plans or Development Standards are permitted. Any other changes shall be filed in the office of the Department of Planning Services. 38. 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. 39. Construction or use pursuant to approval of a Use by Special Review Permit shall be commenced within three (3) years from the date of approval, unless otherwise specified by the Board of County Commissioners when issuing the original Permit, or the Permit shall be vacated. The Director of the Department of Planning Services may grant an extension of time, for good cause shown, upon a written request by the landowner. 40. A Use by Special Review shall terminate when the use is discontinued for a period of three (3) consecutive years, the use of the land changes or the time period established by the Board of County Commissioners through the approval process expires. The landowner may notify the Department of Planning Services of a termination of the use, or Planning Services staff may observe that the use has been terminated. When either the Department of Planning Services is notified by the landowner, or when the Department of Planning Services observes that the use may have been terminated, the Planner shall send certified written notice to the landowner asking that the landowner request to vacate the Use by Special Review Permit. 41. In such cases where the Use by Special Review has terminated but the landowner does not agree to request to vacate the Use by Special Review Permit, a hearing shall be scheduled with the Board of County Commissioners to provide the landowner an opportunity to request that the Use by Special Review Permit not be vacated, for good cause shown. The landowner shall be notified at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing. If the Board of County Commissioners determines that 2025-2922 PL2977 Use by Special Review Permit, USR25-0016- Patricia Buxman, do Pivot Solar 66, LLC, Pivot Solar 67, LLC, and Pivot Solar 68, LLC Page 13 the Use by Special Review has terminated and no good cause has been shown for continuing the permit, then the termination becomes final, and the Use by Special Review Permit is vacated. The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County,Colorado, approved the above and foregoing Resolution, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on the 5th day of November, A.D., 2025: Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye Scott K. James, Pro-Tern: Aye • Jason S. Maxey: Aye I Lynette Peppier: Aye :� " Kevin D. Ross: Aye % ♦'0 .\W Approved as to Form: •, ri/ Bruce Barker, County Attorney Attest: Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board 2025-2922 PL2977 Hello