HomeMy WebLinkAbout20022406.tiff NOTICE OF
FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE
Pursuant to the Weld County Home Rule Charter, Ordinance Number 2002-6 was introduced
on first reading on July 17, 2002, and a public hearing and second reading was held on
September 4, 2002. A public hearing and final reading was completed on September 23, 2002,
with changes being made as listed below, and on motion duly made and seconded, was
adopted. Effective date of said Ordinance is listed below.
Any backup material, exhibits or information previously submitted to the Board of County
Commissioners concerning this matter may be examined in the office of the Clerk to the Board
of County Commissioners, located in the Weld County Centennial Center, 915 10th Street,
Third Floor, Greeley, Colorado, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru
Friday, or may be accessed through the Weld County Web Page (www.co.weld.co.us). E-Mail
messages sent to an individual Commissioner may not be included in the case file. To ensure
inclusion of your E-Mail correspondence into the case file, please send a copy to
charding@co.weld.co.us.
ORDINANCE NO. 2002-6
ORDINANCE TITLE: IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING, WITH
AMENDMENTS, THE WELD COUNTY CODE, SPECIFICALLY, CHAPTER 22
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
EFFECTIVE DATE: October 7, 2002
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
DATED: September 27, 2002
PUBLISHED: October 2, 2002, in the Tri-Town Farmer and Miner
CHANGES MADE TO CODE ORDINANCE #2002-6 ON FINAL READING
Amend Section 22-2-50.C to read as follows:
C. Both perceived and real conflicts between agricultural uses and non-agricultural uses
can impact the agricultural industry. Agricultural operations want non-agricultural uses
to recognize normal agricultural practices in their area, and in turn, the agricultural uses
will recognize the non-agricultural. Residents of Weld County should be encouraged to
read and understand the intent of the adopted Right to Farm. Tension between farming
and non-farming uses is occurring from restrictions on normal farming practices by
residential, commercial and industrial uses. Many of the problems stem from unrealistic
expectations and a misunderstanding of agricultural production by those seeking a rural
lifestyle.
Amend Section 22-2-60.G to read as follows:
G. A.Goal 7. Protect agricultural uses from those uses which hinder the operations of the
agricultural enterprises.
Amend Section 22-2-90.A to read as follows:
A. Urban development is the most centralized and, therefore, the most intense land use.
More people live in urban centers than live outside urban centers because they
appreciate the closeness and convenience of services. Clearly, there are less appealing
elements of an urban lifestyle such as traffic congestion, crime, and others; but the
advantages of convenience, availability of jobs, and the social diversity of this lifestyle
choice are perceived benefits.
Amend Section 22-2-100.B to read as follows:
B. Efficient and orderly land development and the conservation of agricultural land
suggests that urban-type development take place in or adjacent to existing
municipalities or where adequate infrastructure is currently available or reasonably
obtainable. Urban development adjacent to municipalities is appropriate if urban
services can be extended to serve the area.
Amend Section 22-3-140.B to read as follows:
B. T.Goal 2. A Countywide trail system should be considered to service transportation and
recreation purposes.
Amend Section 22-5-30.B.1 to read as follows:
1. W.Policy 2.1. The effect of proposed development upon wildlife and habitat should be
evaluated. Loss of critical habitat should be mitigated. The County will maintain maps
of known critical wildlife habitats.
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Affidavit of Publication
STATE OF COLORADO
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that the same is a weekly newspaper of general OINNWECE OSCNAMCie70024 ON aevelopment and the
circulation was printed and published in the town of FINAL IIAOIK conservation of agricultural
Plllals°Mtome idea County land suggests that urban
Home Rule Charter, Arnera Section 22-2•53.0b type development take
. FREDERICKread a;follows place in or adjacent to
Ordsatce Number 2002-6
in said county and stare that the notice of advertisement,of was introduced on first existing municipalities or
which the annexed is a true copy has been published in said rooting onJuly17 2002,and C.Both perceived and red where adequate
weekly newspaper for ONE consecutive weeks: that the apsbicheatrgm n tlseco conflicts between infrastructure is currently
reading was held on agricultural lags O n available or reasonably
notice was published in the regular and entire issue of every Septenaer4 a1o2 Apublic awlcultaduseseannpod obtainable. Urban
number of said newspaper during the period and time of hexing and final reading the oprtcultural Industry. development adjacent to
publication of said notice and in the newspaper proper and not was compl6letl on °Peratbrnwvtt municipalities is appropriate
in a supplement thereof. that the first publication of said September 23, 2002, with non-agricultural uses to if urban services can be
notice was contained in the issue of said newspaper bearingrecognize - normal extended to serve the area.
changes being made as ogka4liuralproctbesntttek the date of OCTOBER 2ND 2002.and the last listed below,and m motion area. and'in turn, the AmendSection22-3-140.Bto
publication thereof,in the issue of said newspaper,bearing duly made and seconded,
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recognize y of said ordnance Is listetl the tt c,
below. agrloulfurd. Residents of B.i Go°I 2. A Countywide
MWd County should be trail system should be
FARMER &MINER Any backup material, tiodoUlaCled to read and considered .to service
has been published continuously and uninterruptedly exhibits or Information VlMstonp the intent of me transportation and
during the period of at least fifty-two consecutive pledously submitted to the Iadaptetl Right to Farm. recreation purposes.
weeks next prior to the first issue thereof containing Board of County ertllort between larminp
Commissioners concerning and non farmng uses b Amend Section 22-630.81
said notice or advertisement above referred to: and nisrnptiermaybeexonynetl ocMegfrolnresh1Ceatem to read as follows:
that said newspaper was at the time of each of thenalreaBamI gpra;fces
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publications of said notice duly qualified for that the Board of County ncluded uses. Many or Me proposed development
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thereof, and to Repeal all Acts and Parts of Acts in between the tours of SW ogradNrd production by mitigated. The County wt
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SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE
Pursuant to the Weld County Home Rule Charter, Ordinance Number 2002-6 was introduced
on first reading on July 17, 2002, and a public hearing and second reading was held on
September 4, 2002, with changes being made as listed below. A public hearing and third
reading is scheduled to be held in the Chambers of the Board, First Floor Hearing Room, 915
10th Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631 on September 23, 2002. All persons in any manner
interested in the next reading of said Ordinance are requested to attend and may be heard.
Please contact the Clerk to the Board's Office at phone (970) 336-7215, Extension 4225, or fax
(970) 352-0242, prior to the day of the hearing if, as a result of a disability, you require
reasonable accommodations in order to participate in this hearing.
Any backup material, exhibits or information previously submitted to the Board of County
Commissioners concerning this matter may be examined in the office of the Clerk to the Board
of County Commissioners, located in the Weld County Centennial Center, 915 10th Street,
Third Floor, Greeley, Colorado, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru
Friday, or may be accessed through the Weld County Web Page (www.co.weld.co.us). E-Mail
messages sent to an individual Commissioner may not be included in the case file. To ensure
inclusion of your E-Mail correspondence into the case file, please send a copy to
charding@co.weld.co.us.
ORDINANCE NO. 2002-6
ORDINANCE TITLE: IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING, WITH
AMENDMENTS, THE WELD COUNTY CODE, SPECIFICALLY, CHAPTER 22
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
DATE OF NEXT READING: September 23, 2002, at 9:00 a.m.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
DATED: September 6, 2002
PUBLISHED: September 11, 2002, in the Tri-Town Farmer and Miner
CHANGES MADE DURING SECOND READING
Change 22-1-50.C.2.d to read, "The County will consider recommendations from referral
agencies and professionals in making recommendations on land use applications."
Add 22-2-100.F as follows:
F. The Mixed Use Development area and Urban Growth Nodes are identified areas of
potentia; urban growth. The Mixed Use Development area (a specifically defined
geographic area in Southwestern Weld County) and Urban Growth Nodes (concentrated
urban development located along or adjacent to the intersection of two (2) or more
roads in the state highway system, positioned throughout the County) are intended to
provide a foundation to enable the County and its citizens to make appropriate decisions
regarding future development within a specified area. Conservation of natural
resources, development of quality communities, provision for regional services and
employment opportunities, and maintaining fiscal integrity are the key factors driving this
type of development plan.
1. The Urban Development Node is defined as:
a. A site location of concentrated urban development located along or
adjacent to the intersection of two (2) or more roads in the state highway
system; or
b. A major concentration of development that requires appropriate
infrastructure, well-designed and managed road access and high
visibility. The boundaries of these areas are identified as being located
within a one-quarter mile radius of two (2) or more roads in the state
highway system. The development standards in these areas are based
upon the impacts which urban development will have on the landform,
requiring the application of urban use standards which are located in
Chapter 23 of this Code. The urban development nodes are delineated
on the Urban Growth Boundaries Map, the most recent copy of which is
on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning
Services.
c. Land Use Components are delineated on Structural Land Use Map 2.1,
located in Appendix 22-H, the most recent copy of which is on file at the
Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning Services.
Sec. 22-4-50. Reference to air goals and policies was changed to AIR.Goal or AIR.Policy.
NOTICE OF Add 22-2-100.F as follows:
of Publication SECOND READING OF
ORDINANCE F. The Mixed Use
Development area one
STATE OF COLORADO Pursuant to the Weld County Urban Growth,Nodes are
County of Weld SS. Home Rule Charter, identified areas a IxenJ Use
Ordinance Numintroduced der n002-6 W�grpme The Mlxetl Use
first
I A. Winkler Riesel of said County of Weld being was gonJuly1713 Development area (a
reatlingon July 17,2002.and specifically defined
duly sworn,say that 1 am publisher of opublicheaingondsecond geographic area in
reading was held on Southwestern Weld County)
FARMER&MINER September 4, 2002. with and Urban Growth Nodes
changes being made as (concentrated urban
that the same is a weekly newspaper of general listed below. A public developmenllocatedolory
circulation was printed and published in the town of nearing and inlyd readn is or adjacent to the
t scheduled to be held in the intersectional in state 2highway
Chambers of the Board.First roads in the highway
FREDERICK Floor t, Greeley, 91510th system, positioned
in said county and state that the notice of advertisement,of Street, Greeley, Colorado throughout the County)are
which the annexed is a true copy has been published in said 80631 on September 23. intended to enable e a
2002. All persons in any foundation t0 the
weekly newspaper for ONE consecutive weeks: that the mmnerinterestedlnthenexl
to
notice was published in the regular and entire issue of every reading of sold Ordinance County and ro ists citizens ns
number of said newspaper during the period and time of are re estedtoottendand make appropriatedecisions
publication of said notice and in the newspaper proper and not may be heard. regarding future
in a supplement thereof: that the first publication of said spdevelopment menf within .
notice was contained in the issue of said newspaper bearinConservation
area.
bearing the Board's contact the Clerk to Csourc s, natural
the date of SEPTEMBER 11th 2002.and the last the OTfice at phone resources, development of
(970) 336-7215. Extenston
publication thereof, in the issue of said newspaper,bearing quality communities,
4226, or fox (970)752-0242, provisionforregioral n
date,the day 11th SEPTEMBER. 2002 that the prlatothegoyottheheadng and employment
said if.as a resit GI a tltabltty. opportunities, and
you require reasonable maintaining fiscal integrity
occonvnOrlalbnlnorderto are the key factors driving
FARMER &MINER participate In this heating. this type of development
has been published continuously and uninterruptedly Pan.
Any backup material.
during the period of at least fifty-two consecutive exhibits or Information 1.The Urban Development
weeks next prior to the first issue thereof containing previously submitted to the Node is defined as:
said notice or advertisement above referred to: and Board of County
that said newspaper was at the time of each of the Commissioners concerning a. A site location of
publications of said notice duly qualified for that this matter may beexomned concentrated urban
in the office of the Clerk to develgxrsenfbcaledabrsg
purpose within the meaning of an act entitled. "An the Board at County or adjacent ' to the
Act Concerning Legal Notices, Advertisements and Commissioners, located In Intersecrgnortwo(2)amore
Publications and the Fees of Printers and Publishers the Weld County Centennial roods in the state highway
r thereof, and to Repeal all Acts and Parts of Acts in Center.915 10th Street.Third system:or
Conflict with the Provisions of this Act" approved Floor. Greeley, Colorado. b.A major concentration of
April 7, 1921, and all amendments thereof, and between the hours of 6'D0 development that requires
particularly as amended by an act approved, March o.m.and 5'.00 p.m.,Monday a ron:pl ats nhosttuctare.
30,1923„and an act alp ov May 193y _ thru Friday. or may be well-designed • and
accessed through the Weld managed road access and
County Web Page highveEety.TMtaundates
(www.co.weldco.us).E-Mail of these areas are identified
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not be included In the case two(2)cx more Publisher file. To ensure inclusion of state hoighway system.n
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WELD COUNTY
CODE ORDINANCE 2002-6
IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND RE-ENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, THE WELD
COUNTY CODE, SPECIFICALLY, CHAPTER 22 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF
WELD, STATE OF COLORADO:
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Weld, State of 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, on December 28, 2000, adopted Weld
County Code Ordinance 2000-1, enacting a comprehensive Code for the County of Weld,
including the codification of all previously adopted ordinances of a general and permanent
nature enacted on or before said date of adoption, and
WHEREAS, the Weld County Code is in need of revision and clarification with regard to
procedures, terms, and requirement therein.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County
of Weld, State of Colorado, that certain existing Chapters of the Weld County Code be, and
hereby are, repealed and re-enacted, with amendments, and Chapter 22 is revised to include
the following:
r'` CHAPTER 22
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
(AS ATTACHED)
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Board that the Clerk to the Board be, and hereby is,
directed to arrange for Colorado Code Publishing to supplement the Weld County Code with
the amendments contained herein, to coincide with chapters, articles, divisions, sections, and
sub-sections as they currently exist within said Code; and to resolve any inconsistencies
regarding capitalization, grammar, and numbering or placement of chapters, articles, divisions,
sections, and sub-sections in said Code.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED by the Board if any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence,
clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held or decided to be unconstitutional,
such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions hereof. The Board of
County Commissioners hereby declares that it would have enacted this Ordinance in each and
every section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase thereof irrespective of the
fact that any one or more sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases
might be declared to be unconstitutional or invalid.
CHAPTER 22
Comprehensive Plan
Preface
Summary of Weld County Comprehensive Plan
Article I General Provisions
Sec 22-1-10 Definition of Comprehensive Plan
Sec 22-1-20 Relationship to documents
Sec 22-1-30 Guiding principles 2002-2406
Sec 22-1-40 Principle plan components
Sec 22-1-50 Planning process
Sec 22-1-60 Comprehensive plan amendment procedure
Sec 22-1-70 Location
Sec 22-1-80 County population
Sec 22-1-90 County economy
Sec 22-1-100 Selected economic indicators
Article II Land Use Categories
Sec 22-2-10 Foundations of existing land use
Sec 22-2-20 Foundations of future land use
Sec 22-2-30 Agriculture
Sec 22-2-40 Agricultural industry and benefits
Sec 22-2-50 Concerns of farming as an industry
Sec 22-2-60 Prime farmland definition
Sec 22-2-70 Nonprime farmland definition
Sec 22-2-80 Agricultural goals and policies
Sec 22-2-90 Urban development
Sec 22-2-100 Concerns of Development
Sec 22-2-110 Benefits of urban development
Sec 22-2-120 Urban growth boundaries
Sec 22-2-130 Urban growth boundaries goals and policies
Sec 22-2-140 Unincorporated communities
Sec 22-2-150 Unincorporated community goals and policies
Sec 22-2-160 Industrial development
Sec 22-2-170 Industrial development goals and policies
Sec 22-2-180 Commercial development
Sec 22-2-190 Commercial development goals and policies
Sec 22-2-200 Residential development
Sec 22-2-210 Residential development goals and policies
Sec 22-2-220 Planned unit development
Sec 22-2-230 Planned unit development goals and policies
Sec 22-2-240 I-25 Mixed Use Development(MUD)area and urban development nodes
Sec 22-2-250 MUD goals and policies
Article III Land Use Amenities
Sec 22-3-10 Public facilities and services
Sec 22-3-20 Fire Protection
Sec 22-3-30 Law enforcement
Sec 22-3-40 Public facilities general requirements
Sec 22-3-50 Public facilities and service goals and policies
Sec 22-3-60 Transportation
Sec 22-3-70 Road classifications
Sec 22-3-80 Pedestrian and bicycle paths
Sec 22-3-90 Scenic road byways
Sec 22-3-100 Regional plans
Sec 22-3-110 U.S. 85 Corridor
Sec 22-3-120 Air transportation
Sec 22-3-130 Rail transportation
Sec 22-3-140 Transportation goal and policies
Article IV Environmental Resources
Sec 22-4-10 Purpose
Sec 224-20 Water quality
Sec 224-30 Water goals and policies
Sec 22-4-40 Air
Sec 22-4-50 Air goals and policies
Sec 22-4-60 Noise
Sec 22-4-70 Noise goals and policies
Sec 22-4-80 Waste
Sec 22-4-90 Transfer,processing and diversion
Sec 22-4-100 Transfer,processing and diversion goals and policies
Sec 22-4-110 Final disposal
Sec 22-4-120 Final disposal goals and policies
Sec 22-4-130 Exploration and production waste
Sec 22-4-140 Exploration and production waste goals and policies
Sec 22-4-150 Biosolids and septage
Sec 22-4-160 Biosolids and septage goals and policies
Sec 22-4-170 Hazardous waste
Sec 22-4-180 Hazardous waste goals and policies
Sec 22-4-190 Agricultural waste
Sec 22-4-200 Agricultural waste goals and policies
Article IV Natural Resources
Sec 22-5-10 Purpose
Sec 22-5-20 Wildlife
Sec 22-5-30 Wildlife goals and policies
Sec 22-5-40 Open space,parks and recreation
Sec 22-5-50 Open space,parks and recreation goals and policies
Sec 22-5-60 General resources
Sec 22-5-70 Commercial and mineral resources
Sec 22-5-80 Commercial and mineral resources goals and policies
Sec 22-5-90 Oil and gas resources
Sec 22-5-100 Oil and gas resources goals and policies
Appendixes
Appendix 22-A Population statistics
Appendix 22-B Existing land use
Appendix 22-C Number of acres in municipalities in Weld County
Appendix 22-D Municipalities population
Appendix 22-E Right to Farm statement
Appendix 22-F Tax limitations
Appendix 22-G Definitions
Appendix 22-H Mixed Use Development Area(MUD)Land Use Plan Distribution
Appendix 22-I Sources
History of Amendments
Ordinance# Effective Date Description
147 1/13/87 Original Document(Comprehensive Plan)
147-A 9/22/87 Addition of Mineral Resources;Environmental and Natural Resources,Open
Space,Parks and Recreation;and the Weld County Economy Section
147-B 3/24/92 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and I-25 Mixed Use Development(MUD)Area and Activity
Centers Map Revision
147-C Tabled
147-D 5/8/95 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and I-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Activity Centers Map
revision
147-E 5/15/95 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and I-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Activity Centers Map
revision
147-F 5/31/95 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and I-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Activity Centers Map
revision
147-G 11/21/95 Fundamental revision of Comprehensive Plan,repeal and readoption of Plan
147-II 7/30/96 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and 1-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Activity Centers Map
revision
147-I 8/27/96 Environmental section revision
147-i 10/22/96 Technical amendments;add Table 5,Land Use Plan Distribution;Mixed Use Development
revisions
(.."‘ 147-K 4/22/97 Wildlife Habitat Map revision
147-L 7/8/97 Structural Land Use Map 2.1 revision
147-M 2/8/98 Agriculture goal and policy revisions
147-N 4/13/98 Agriculture goal and policy revisions
147-O 8/31/98 Agriculture goal and policy revisions
147-P 3/25/99 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and 1-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Activity Centers Map
revision
147-Q 10/31/00 Structural Land Use Map 2.1 revision;Urban Growth Boundary map revision;Table 22.4,Land
Use Plan Distribution;Art.I,General provisions;Art II,Land use categories;Art III,Land use
amenities;Art.IV;Environmental resources;Appendix transportation definitions,right to farm
covenant
2001-1 5/14/01 Title of Weld County's right to farm
2001-4 9/3/01 Table 22.4,Land Use Plan Distribution
2002-6 ?/??/02 Fundamental revision of Comprehensive Plan,repeal and readoption of Plan
Preface: Summary of Weld County Comprehensive Plan
/'1 Introduction:
Early in 2001,the Weld County Board of County Commissioners selected a committee of 13 residents of the
County and directed them to review and update the Weld County Comprehensive Plan(WCCP). The committee,made
up of people with diverse interests and backgrounds, and coming from different regions of the County,were exposed
to a wide variety of speakers and guests, some from different departments of Weld County, some from other
government agencies, and some from the private sector. The overall theme of the speakers was an acknowledgment
that growth and development in Weld County is occurring and is expected to continue in the foreseeable future,so it
is important for the County to update and revise the Comprehensive Plan and other land use policies to assure
alignment with these projections.
As elected representatives of the citizens of Weld County,the Commissioners also expressed their desire to
update and revise the Plan, and discussed their expectations with each member during the selection process. The
results of this effort are compiled in the accompanying draft of the 2002 Weld County Comprehensive Plan. The
Preface is intended to present an overview of the Plan and outline the components of the Plan.
The Weld County Comprehensive Plan(WCCP)is a document that serves as the foundation of all land use
and development regulations in the County. The WCCP is adopted by the Board of County Commissioners as an
ordinance that is the basis for the rules and regulations that govern planning, zoning, subdivisions and land use.
Supplemental to the WCCP are the zoning ordinances, development standards and requirements, subdivision
procedures and policies, and other documents, all of which combine to make the framework used by the County
government to manage growth in Weld County.
The WCCP is comprised of five(5)Articles and an Appendix. The Articles are:
I General Provisions
II Land Use Categories
III Land Use Amenities
IV Environmental Resources
V Natural Resources
The Preface will present the highlights of each of these Articles. It is important to note that each Article has
many sections and a thorough reading of the WCCP is essential to fully understand the substance of the document.
ARTICLE I-GENERAL PROVISIONS:
This Article describes what the WCCP is, how it relates to other planning documents; how the planning
process works; as well as some general demographic, geographic and economic information about the County. Also
included in this Article are the Guiding Principles of the WCCP. These principles establish the philosophical
foundation of the plan and help to clarify the intent of the Plan. The Guiding Principles are:
A. Private Property Rights. One of basic principles upon which the United States was founded and
continues to preserve is that the right for citizens to own and utilize their property. Private property rights are not
unlimited rights but rather rights balanced with the responsibility of protecting community health,safety and welfare.
It is the goal of the Comprehensive Plan to express the needs and vision of a developing county, while protecting
individual property rights.
B. Respect for our Agricultural Tradition.Weld Countyhas an agricultural tradition,as reflected by its
ranking as one of the richest agricultural producing counties in the nation. Land use changes are occurring and
agricultural zoned land is being changed to accommodate residential, commercial and industrial development. As
these new land uses evolve,it is important that the established agricultural businesses and associated infrastructures
are allowed to continue to operate. Individuals that move into these areas must realize that they will experience
conditions and services unlike an urban setting and must be willing to accept this lifestyle. Weld County's"Right-to-
Farm"can be found in Appendix 22-E.
C. Fairness in the Land Use Change Procedure. Weld County has established various regulations for
the process of land use change. This process must be fair and equitable to all parties in the followink ways:
1. It is a timely process.
2. It is an open process to facilitate public information and input.
3. It provides open communication through the development review process to neighbors and
communities most impacted by proposed changes.
4. It maintains consistent requirements coupled with flexibility within the implementation criteria.
5. It allows easy access to information about the process so affected parties maybe adequately educated.
6. It has an established appeal process.
7. It allows for approval when all written criteria of the land use regulations are met.
D. Recognition of Weld County's Diversity. Weld County's 4000 square mile area is diverse,
geographically, demographically, culturally, socially and economically. Land use changes therefore must afford
flexibility based on the specific location and the particular circumstances encountered within this locality. It is also
important to weigh the cumulative impacts that specific land use changes will have.
E. Regulations Addressing Land Use Changes. Land use regulations which address land use changes
should be written to protect the public health, welfare, safety, economic as well as social welfare and the rights of
private property owners.
Land use regulations which address land use changes should be written so as to accommodate the
highest and best use as determined by the property owner. The term"highest and best use"is defined as"the use,from
among reasonably probable and legal alternative uses, found to be physically possible, appropriately supported,
financially feasible, that results in highest land value. . ."
F. Economic Prosperity. Land use policies should facilitate and compliment a diverse economic
prosperity and harmonize with associated growth.
Another important part of the General Provisions is in the Section entitled"Planning Process." This
Section deals with the interaction of the County,other agencies of the Federal,State,and Local governments,citizens
interested in land use matters, and the applicant proposing a land use change on a property in which they have an
interest. To ensure the highest level of courtesy,helpfulness,and professionalism between all parties,the County will
rely on the following five principles in processing any land use matter:
1. The County will encourage citizen participation in the planning process.
2. The County will encourage and promote coordination and cooperation between Federal, State, and
local government entities charged with making decisions which significantly affect land uses in unincorporated Weld
County.
3. The County will discourage inappropriate development in natural hazard areas and reduce
environmental degradation as much as possible.
4. The Countywill rely upon referral responses from professionals in making recommendations on land
use applications.
5. The Countywill cooperate with the applicantto achievethe objectives of the applicant while ensuring
the health and safety of County residents.
ARTICLE II-LAND USE CATEGORIES:
This Article lists land use categories such as Agriculture,Industrial,Commercial,Residential and Mixed Use,
and it includes a variety of Goals and Policies associated with each category. Please note that there is no prioritization
of the Goals and Policies. Each is equally weighted. Also discussed in this Article are the towns and cities in the
county and their relationships with each other and,particularly,their relationship with Weld County. The interaction
between the jurisdictions and property owners is also addressed,assuring land owners will be included in community,
regional and county planning. The cooperative efforts of these differing jurisdictions are essential to coordinating
growth in all areas of the county,and the methods of defining the roles and responsibilities of each party are identified
in this Article. The I-25 Mixed Use Development Area(MUD)is also addressed in this Article with Goals and Policies
specific to this area included.
The first two sections of the Article are Existing Land Use and Future Land Use. Presently,Weld County is
experiencing rapid growth in the southern and western parts of the county. Most of this growth is associated with
aggressive expansions of towns in the county. The eastern and northern parts of the county are growing at a more
moderate pace, and many communities in these parts of the county are experiencing difficult economic times. These
factors,and others, combine to create a conflict between the desire to support agriculture and the economic pressures
on landowners to sell or develop their agricultural lands.
Supporting agriculture will continue to be a significant goal of Weld County, but it is recognized that the
conversion of agricultural lands to other uses will continue. The pattern and quality of growth in the future will be
guided by the WCCP. By following the Guiding Principles and applying the Goals and Policies of the Plan,the future
land uses in Weld County will result in:
1. Urban growth occurring where it is appropriate.
2. Development outside of municipalities will occur only at the intensity that can be supported.
3. Agriculture will be supported and will continue as a mainstay of the County.
4. All future land uses will be considered with an eye on quality.
As described above,there are several land use categories with each category having associated Goals and
Policies. The following is a summary of each category:
Agriculture: The importance of agriculture in Weld County is recognized, and supporting agriculture is an
important objective of the county. Agricultural Goal 1 states: "Conserve land for agricultural purposes which foster
the economic health and continuance of agriculture." This Goal is achievable by instituting Agricultural Zoning on
most of the undeveloped lands in the county. Such zoning provides areas for agriculture and related activities by
continuing a minimum parcel size of 80 acres in the Agricultural Zone District.
Conversion of agricultural lands to urban uses will be considered,but only in the areas in or around existing
municipalities or in other areas where adequate facilities such as roads, sanitary sewer, water, etc., and adequate
services such as fire protection,police, schools,etc.,are available. Compatibility of land uses will also be considered.
/"` Conversion of agricultural lands to non-urban uses will be accommodated only in areas that can support such
development with adequate facilities and services. This allows low density and low intensity development to occur
where appropriate. It also encourages techniques and incentives such as clustering,restrictive easements, building
envelopes and setbacks to be used to both minimize the impacts on surrounding properties, as well as conserve lands
for agricultural production.
Supporting agriculture will include protecting agricultural uses byrecognizing the"fight to farm"and making
significant efforts to inform residents ofthe county about agricultural operations. Furthermore,water and water rights
are addressed in this section,reinforcing the importance ofwater and irrigation facilities in the agricultural economy.
It is important to remember that state law governs and administers all water rights and water rules.
Industrial: Industrial development that is not directly related to agriculture is intended to be located inside
municipalities or in areas that can support the activity with adequate services and facilities. Industrial development
is encouraged because of the economic benefits associated with it, but it is necessary to locate industrial uses
appropriately to assure that impacts are addressed. Industrial uses directly related to agriculture maybe accommodated
in agricultural areas.
Commercial: Urban commercial uses will be encouraged when located inside urban areas or where support
for such uses is available. Mitigation of the impacts of commercial uses is essential to assure compatibility with
surrounding land uses and to avoid undesirable conflicts. Commercial uses directly related to agriculture may be
accommodated in agricultural areas.
Residential: Residential development is classified in two categories,urban scale development and non-urban
scale development:
Mixed Use: Mixed Use Developments are characterized by a diversity ofuses within the boundaries of an area
or single development proposal. These developments can include industrial,commercial,and urban residential uses,
and are intended to be located in urban service areas.
Planned Unit Development: The PUD section expresses the desire of the county to evaluate development
proposals in a process that encourages flexibility and variety. The various land use categories and the associated rules
and requirements of each category will be used to evaluate any land development proposal;but,the mechanism of the
PUD allows variations to the standards to be incorporated into development designs that will improve the quality of
the development. The PUD establishes a cooperative rel ationship between landowner and the county planning services
department to facilitate collaboration, which will result in better development in Weld County. This approach
promotes quality,creativity,innovation and flexibility.
The cumulative effect of the Goals and Policies described in Article II will result in:
Maintaining the prominence of agriculture in the county.
Urbanization occurring in and around the cities and towns within Weld County.
Property owners rights and responsibilities will be balanced.
The quality of land uses will remain high.
ARTICLE III-LAND USE AMENITIES:
This Article is made up of two areas of discussion: Public Facilities and Services, and Transportation.
Public Facilities and Services: Public facilities and services include such things as fire protection, law
enforcement,water, sewer,roadways,schools,parks and open space, and other facilities and services. Any proposal
to change land uses will require an examination ofthe change and how it is influenced by or influences these facilities
and services. Development will be required to align itself to the adequacy of facilities and services.
Transportation: Transportation includes discussions about the county road system, road classifications,
pedestrian and bicycle paths, scenic road byways, regional transportation planning, air transportation and rail
transportation. The Goals and Policies ofthese sections promote efficient and multi-modal transportation that is sized
and designed appropriate to the uses. Again, any proposed land use changes will be required to address the impacts
on transportation that may occur because of the change.
ARTICLE IV-ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES:
This Article deals with air quality,water quality,noise and waste. The impacts from proposed land uses on
air, water, noise, waste and public health should be considered. The intent is to maintain or improve these
environmental resources to prevent harm to life,health and property.
Each category of environmental resources includes various Goals and Policies expressing the importance of
properly managing and conserving the resource as well as what mechanisms will be employed by the county to do so.
Each category has standards established by Federal, State and County regulations which require evaluation by the
Department of Public Health.
ARTICLE V-NATURAL RESOURCES:
This article discusses wildlife, open space, commercial and mineral deposits, and oil and gas deposits.
Wildlife: The county recognizes that wildlife is an important contributor to the economic health and quality
of life in Weld County. Therefore,evaluating and mitigating the impacts on critical ecosystems components,including
wetlands,significant wildlife habitats,migration corridors,and the existing wildlife is an essential element of land use
decisions. The Goals and Policies of this section reinforce the relationship between property owners, the county and
the Colorado Division of Wildlife to promote wildlife friendly land uses in Weld County.
Open Space: The central theme ofthe county's open space Goals and Policies is to minimize conflicts between
areas for open space and development. It is acknowledged in this section that much of the open,undeveloped land in
Weld County is privately owned and, as such, is not guaranteed to remain undeveloped. However, if development
occurs, open space, parks and/or recreation will be provided to enhance the quality of life and enjoyment of the
environment. Issues such as which lands should be protected from development;what lands are most suitable for open
space;how interconnection of open space lands,both public and private should be encouraged;compensation for public
open space on private lands;noxious weed control; and,the encouragement of trails are also addressed in this section.
Commercial and Mineral Deposits: This section pertains to mining in Weld County. Generally,there are
two types of mining operations in the county,coal mining and gravel mining. The State of Colorado and the Federal
Government are the primary regulatory entities overseeing these mining activities. Weld County will cooperate with
these agencies and the mining operator to strive to conserve the land,protect the habitat of fish and wildlife,mitigate
the impacts on surrounding properties, address traffic issues and properly reclaim mined areas.
Oil and Gas Deposits: As with mineral deposits, oil and gas are primarily regulated by state and federal
agencies. The county expects oil and gas exploration and production to be conducted in a manner which minimizes
interference with existing surface uses and mitigates the impacts to present and future land uses.
APPENDIX:
The Appendix contains maps, charts and other data relevant to the plan. It also includes"Weld County's
Right to Farm"statement,some definitions,a discussion about the tax limitations of the county, and the sources used
to develop the WCCP.
ARTICLE I
General Provisions
Sec.22-1-10. Definition of Comprehensive Plan.
The Weld County Comprehensive Plan, contained in this Chapter, is the document intended to fulfill the
master plan requirement pursuant to state law and,in part,to set land use policy pursuant to the Home Rule Charter.
The Comprehensive Plan is intended to be used for the general purpose of guiding and accomplishing the coordinated,
adjusted and harmonious development of the County. The Plan includes all geographic areas of the County. It
establishes policy guidelines for existing and future land use decisions. The Comprehensive Plan was originally
developed in 1974,revised in 1987, 1995 and 2002 as outlined in the History of Amendments in this Chapter.
Sec.22-1-20. Relationship to planning documents.
A. The Comprehensive Plan identifies specific land use goals and policies which are intended to provide guidance
and direction for existing and future land use. The basic documents used by the County to carry out the goals and
policies of the Comprehensive Plan as contained in this Chapter,are the Intergovernmental Agreements,Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinances and the Mixed Use Development and Planned Unit Development Plans,contained in Chapters
19, 23, 24,26 and 27 of this Code.
B. The Intergovernmental Agreements, Chapter 19, illustrate a coordinated planning agreement between the
County and various municipalities.
C. The Zoning Ordinance,Chapter 23,is a regulatory document. It defines land use application procedures and
responsibilities, standards and regulations pertaining to zone districts and overlay districts, nonconformance,
enforcement and the Board of Adjustment.
D. The Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 24, is the regulatory document defining regulations and minimum
standards for subdivision development, including design standards for facilities, utilities and other improvements.
Chapter 24 also explains the procedures for subdividing a parcel of land.
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E. The Mixed Use Development Plan,Chapter 26,is the regulatory document defining regulations and minimum
standards for development in a geographical region of the County.
F. The Planned Unit Development Plan, Chapter 27,is a subdivision mechanism used which provides greater
flexibility than the Subdivision Ordinance, Chapter 24.
G. The Intergovernmental Agreements, Zoning and Subdivision Ordinances, Mixed Use Development and
Planned Unit Development Plans, Chapters 19,23,24,26 and 27, are intended to implement and carry out the goals
and policies of this Chapter.
Sec 22-1-30. Comprehensive plan guiding principles.
The Weld County Comprehensive Plan was originally written in 1974 and has been subsequently revised and
updated several times. In 2001, a committee made up of Weld County citizens with diverse backgrounds completed
the most recent update of the Comprehensive Plan and the following guiding principles were developed by this group
as a foundation for land use policy in Weld County.
A. Private Property Rights. One of the basic principles upon which the United States was founded on and
continues to preserve is the right of citizens to own and utilize their property. Private property rights are not unlimited
rights but rather rights balanced with the responsibility of protecting community health and safety. It is the goal of
the Comprehensive Plan to express the needs and vision of a developing county,while protecting individual property
rights.
B. Respect for our Agricultural Tradition. Weld Countyhas an agricultural tradition,as reflected by its ranking
as one of the richest agricultural producing counties in the nation. Land use changes are occurring and agricultural
zoned land is being changed to accommodate residential,commercial and industrial development. As these new land
uses evolve, it is important that the established agricultural businesses and associated infrastructures are allowed to
continue to operate without additional constraints. Individuals that move into these areas must realize that they will
experience conditions and services unlike an urban setting and must be willing to accept this lifestyle. Weld County's
"Right-to-Farm"can be found in Appendix 22-E.
C. Fairness in the Land Use Change Procedure. Weld Countyhas established various regulations for the process
of land use change. This process must be fair and equitable to all parties in the following ways:
1. It is a timely process.
2. It is an open process to facilitate public information and input.
3. It provides open communication through the development review process to neighbors and
communities most impacted by proposed changes.
4. It maintains consistent requirements within the implementation criteria.
5. It allows easy access to information about the process so affected parties maybe adequately educated.
6. It has an established appeal process.
7. It allows for approval when all written criteria of the land use regulations are met.
D. Recognition of Weld County's Diversity. Weld County's 4000 square mile area is diverse, geographically,
demographically,culturally, socially and economically. Land use changes therefore must afford flexibility based on
the specific location and the particular circumstances encountered within this locality. It is also important to weigh
the cumulative impacts that specific land use changes will have.
E. Regulations Addressing Land Use Changes. Land use regulations which address land use changes should be
written to protect the public health, welfare, safety, economic as well as social welfare and the rights of private
property owners.
F. Economic Prosperity. Land use policies should facilitate and compliment a diverse economic prosperity and
harmonize with associated growth.
Sec.22-1-40. Principal plan components.
A. Goals and policies are the two(2)principal components of this Chapter. The goals are expressed as written
statements and represent the direction county citizens have selected for the future. Goals were developed and adopted
with input from the public,civic organizations,municipalities and agencies of the State and the federal government.
The adopted goals of this Chapter provide public officials and private citizens with criteria for making planning
decisions.
B. The policies contained in this Chapter are expressed as written statements and maps. The written policy
statements are specific guidelines for public planning decisions. The policy maps,the most recent copies of which are
on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning Services, graphically identify important
wildlife areas,mineral resources and existing and future general land use classifications. The policy statements and
maps provide additional background and clarification to the County goal statements.
Sec.22-1-50. Planning process.
A. The County planning process is designed to provide a consistent review of individual land use matters. The
/^ County Staff, Board of Adjustment, Utility Board and Planning Commission are the four(4)groups responsible for
processing and evaluating land use applications in the county. The Board of County Commissioners is the group
responsible for planning decisions in the county. Chapters 19, 22, 23, 24, 26 and 27 of this Code, are the essential
documents describing the planning review,decision-making and appeal process.
B. The Department ofPlanning Services welcomes the opportunityto discuss the planning process with interested
persons. Most initial discussions and inquiries about the planning process,including land use applications, site plan
review procedures and the zone district classifications, begin with the Department of Planning Services.
C. When the Department of Planning Services receives a land use application,it is processed and reviewed for
compliance with the appropriate sections of this Chapter and Chapters 19, 23, 24, 26 and 27 of this Code. The type
of land use application determines the administrative body responsible for review and decision-making. For example,
a use by special review application is initially processed by the Department of Planning Services. The planning staff
prepares a written recommendation for the applicant and presents that recommendation to the Planning Commission
in a public meeting. The Planning Commission reviews the information presented,evaluates any public testimony and
formulates a recommendation regarding the land use application. The Planning Commission's recommendation is then
forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners. In a public meeting,the Board of County Commissioners reviews
the Planning Commission's recommendation, evaluates any public testimony and makes a decision regarding the use
by special review application.
D. This Chapter and Chapters 19,23,24,26 and 27 of this Code enable the public to examine the relationship
between general land use planning goals and specific policies and regulations to participate in the decision-making
process. The planning process combines the interaction of elected officials,and the support staff from the Department
of Planning Services and other County departments.
E. In order to ensure joint cooperation between citizens and professionals,the Countywill relyupon the following
five(5)principles:
1. The County will encourage citizen participation in the planning process.
2. The County will encourage and promote coordination and cooperation between federal,state and local
governmental entities charged with making decisions which significantly affect land uses in unincorporated Weld
County.
3. The County will discourage inappropriate development in natural hazard areas and reduce
environmental degradation as much as possible.
4. The County will rely in part upon recommendations from referral agencies and professionals, in
making recommendations on land use applications.
5. The County will cooperate with the applicant in evaluating the objectives of the applicant and the
options available to the applicant while ensuring the health, safety and welfare of County residents.
Sec. 22-1-60. Comprehensive Plan amendment procedure.
Evaluation of the Comprehensive Plan, contained in this Chapter, is necessary to provide an accurate
statement of County land use goals and policies based on current data and the needs of County citizens. Therefore,
when changes in the social,physical or economic conditions of the County occur,it becomes necessary to reevaluate
and change land use goals and policies. The following procedures have been established to amend the Comprehensive
Plan.
A. An overall review and update will be conducted at least everyten(10)years or earlier as directed by the Board
of County Commissioners. The update should include an evaluation of the entire Comprehensive Plan as contained
in this Chapter. The procedure involved in the update shall include an opportunity for the general public,Department
of Planning Services,municipal, state and federal agencies to submit proposed changes and to review and comment
on any amendments being considered by the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners.
B. Individuals may submit a proposal to amend this Chapter in accordance with the following procedure:
1. Comprehensive Plan amendment proposals shall be considered biannually with a public
hearingprocess beginning in March or September of each year.
2. The petitioner shall pay for the cost of legal publication of the proposed amendment and all land use
application fees.
3. A typewritten original and eleven(11)copies of the proposed amendment must be submitted to the
Department of Planning Services no later than February 1 or August 1 of each year to be considered for review and
public hearings. The following items shall be submitted as part of the proposed amendment:
a. A statement describing why the Comprehensive Plan is in need of revision.
b. A statement describing how the proposed amendment will be consistent with existing and future
goals,policies and needs of the County.
4. In the case of an amendment to the I-25 Mixed Use Development Area Map, the proposed
amendment must:
a. Demonstrate the proposed inclusion into the Mixed Use Development Area map or codification to
/^• the existing land use classification as outlined on the Mixed Use Development Area map,is adjacent to and contiguous
with the existing I-25 Mixed Use Development Area Map.
b. Describe how the proposed amendment will address the impact on existing or planned service
capabilities. This statement shall include how emergency services will be provided to the proposed area.
c. Delineate the number of people who will reside in the proposed area. This statement shall include
the number of school-aged children and address the cultural and social service provision needs,such as schools,of the
proposed population.
d. Submit a deed or legal instrument to the Department of Planning Services identifying their interest
in the property.
e. All significant developments within the MUD area shall be required to prepare a preliminary traffic
impact analysis. All traffic analysis information and reports shall be prepared and certified by a registered professional
engineer competent in traffic engineering. The intent of this analysis is to determine the project's cumulative
development impacts,appropriate project mitigation and improvements necessary to offset a specific project's impacts.
This analysis shall include the following information:
1) Introduction: Describe the proposed development and parameters of the study area.
2) Trip generation: Determine daily and a.m. and p.m. peak-hour trip generation for the
proposed development using established rates identified in the Trip Generation Manual published by the Institute of
Transportation Engineers or as agreed to by County staff.
3) Trip distribution: Based on assumptions contained in the MUD area traffic analysis or
market estimate, describe the anticipated trip distribution patterns for the proposed development.
4) Trip assignment: Based on the projected trip generation,assumed trip distribution and the
prevailing roadway network, assign the projected traffic to the intersections and streets within the study area.
5) Any additional information deemed necessary for review.
5. The Department of Planning Services shall, upon submission of a request to amend the
Comprehensive Plan:
a. Ensure that all application submittal requirements are met prior to initiating any official action.
b. Set a Planning Commission hearing date.
c. Arrange for legal notice of said hearing to be published one(1)time in the newspaper designated
by the Board of County Commissioners for publication of notices. The date of publication shall be at least ten(10)days
prior to the hearing.
d. Arrange for a press release regarding the proposed amendment in order to inform as many County
citizens and interested parties as possible.
e. Prepare a recommendation for consideration by the Planning Commission.
6. The Department of Planning Staff's recommendation shall consider whether:
a. The existing Comprehensive Plan is in need of revision as proposed.
b. The proposed amendment will be consistent with existing and future goals,policies and needs ofthe
County.
c. The proposed amendment has demonstrated that adequate services are available.
d. Referral Agency responses have been received.
7. In the case of any amendment to the I-25 Mixed Use Development Area Map:
a. The proposed amendment inclusion into the Mixed Use Development Area map or modification to
the existing land use classification as outlined on the Mixed Use Development Area map,is adjacent to and contiguous
with the existing I-25 Mixed Use Development Area Map.
b. The proposed amendment will address the impact on existing or planned service capabilities
including,but not limited to, all utilities infrastructure and transportation systems, and;
c. The proposed number of new residents will be adequately served by the sociaU cultural amenities,
such as schools, of the community.
8. The Planning Commission shall hold a public hearing to consider the proposed amendment to the
Comprehensive Plan text and maps. The Planning Commission shall recommend approval or denial of the proposed
amendment to the Board of County Commissioners.
9. The Planning Commission shall consider the proposed amendment, the Department of Planning
Services'recommendation, and any public testimony and determine whether:
a. The existing Comprehensive Plan is in need of revision as proposed.
b. The proposed amendment will be consistent with existing and future goals,policies and needs of the
County.
10. The Board of County Commissioners shall receive the Planning Commission recommendation and
planning staff recommendation at a public meeting. Receipt of the recommendation shall constitute the first reading
of the Comprehensive Plan ordinance. The second reading of the ordinance shall take place not more than sixty(60)
days after receipt of the Planning Commission's recommendation. The Board of County Commissioners may then
proceed to a third and final hearing ofthe Comprehensive Plan ordinance.At the close of the public hearing,the Board
ofCountyCommissioners may amend the Comprehensive Plan according to the procedures established in Section 3-14
of the Home Rule Charter.
11. The Board of County Commissioners shall consider the proposed amendment, the Planning
Commission's recommendation and any public testimony, and determine whether:
a. The existing Comprehensive Plan is in need of revision as proposed.
b. The proposed amendment will be consistent with existing and future goals,policies and needs ofthe
County.
Sec. 22-1-70. Location.
A. The County contains approximately four thousand four(4,004)square miles and is the third largest county
z•—"• in the State. Weld County is twice the size of the state of Delaware. The County is bounded on the west by Larimer
and Boulder Counties, on the east by Morgan and Logan Counties, on the south by Adams County and on the north
by Wyoming and Nebraska. See Figure 22.1 below.The largest municipality in the County is the City of Greeley,with
a 2000 Census population of 76,930 people. The population for the City of Greeley increased 30%between 1990 and
2000(60,454 in 1990).
B. The transportation in the County is provided by Interstate I-25 and Highway 85 for north and south transit,
Highway 14 and Highway 52 for east and west transit, Interstate 76 for more easterly travel,and the several Colorado
highways which traverse the region,as well as 3,154.55 miles ofpubliclymaintained County roads. The highway and
road system in the County is managed, in part, by the Colorado Department of Transportation, the County and the
thirty-one(31)municipalities within the County. The County's road system presently consists of six hundred sixty-five
(665)miles of paved roads and two thousand four hundred ninety(2,490)miles of gravel roads. In addition,there are
currently four hundred eighty-seven(487)miles of state highway system and several hundred miles ofmunicipal roads.
C. The County is located in the northeastern portion of the State,in the Great Plains area, approximately forty
(40)miles east of the Continental Divide. The Countyhas elevations ranging from four thousand four hundred(4,400)
feet above sea level at the egress ofthe Pawnee Creek to highs of approximately six thousand two hundred(6,200)feet
above sea level in the northwestern portion of the County. The County has a number of valuable streams and rivers
including: the South Platte, the Cache la Poudre River, St. Vrain Creek, Crow Creek, Thompson River and Kiowa
Creek. The larger reservoirs in the County include: Empire,Riverside,Milton,New Windsor,Lower Latham, Black
Hollow and Union. Located in the interior of the North American continent,the County experiences wide temperature
changes from season to season and rapid weather changes due to storms traveling from west to east throughout the
region. The average temperature for the month of January is 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The average temperature for the
month of July is 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The average rainfall amount is 12 inches and the average annual snow fall
is 27 inches. The last day of Spring frost(32 degrees Fahrenheit)is May 11. The first day of Fall frost(32 degrees
Fahrenheit)is September 30. The average growing season in the County is 143 days.
Sec.22-1-80. County population.
A. The population growth rate has been approximatelytwenty-fivepercent(25%)per decade,which is more than
triple the national average. Between 1990 and 2000, the population increased thirty-seven percent (37%).
Approximately seventy-three percent(73%)of the population is located in an eight-hundred-square-mile area in the
southwestern part of the County. The 2000 population density for this area is approximately one hundred fifty-nine
(159)people per square mile. The population density of this area increased seven percent(7%)from 1990 to 2000.
B. In 2000, 180,936 people lived in the County,which represented four and two tenths percent(4.2%)ofthe total
state population in 2000. The median age of County residents in 2000 was thirty and nine-tenths (30.9) years
compared with the state median age of thirty-four and three-tenths(34.3). The gender distribution ratio was similar
for both the County and the State for this time frame The overall dispersion of the County's population resembles the
state population with the exception ofthe Countyhaving proportionally a younger work force. For additional statistics
please refer to Appendix 22-A.
C. The County population in 2000 was mostly homogeneous with seventy percent ( 70%) of the County
population classified as white,not of Hispanic or Latino origin. Twenty-seven percent(27%)of the County population
is classified as persons of Hispanic or Latino origin. The Census 2000 was the first year in which respondents could
select multiple-race categories. Refer to Appendix 22-A for additional information regarding these categories.
D. Among the sixty-four(64)counties in Colorado,Weld County ranks eighth in total population. The County
is classified as an urban county by the Demographic Section of the Colorado Division of Local Government.
E. The significance of the County's population growth is its magnitude and distribution. Between 1990 and
2000,the State grew at a rate of thirty and six-tenths percent(30.6). For this same period of time,the County grew
by twenty-seven percent(27%), and the nation by thirteen and one-tenths percent(13.1).
F. Population growth in the County is projected to average a compounded growth rate of three and sixteen-
hundredths percent(3.16%) a year through 2020. This growth rate is nearly double the annual compot:; ed growth
rate of one and sixty-one hundredths percent(1.61%) projected for the State.
G. A review of the historical and future projections of the population growth in the County reveals a steady
increase in the total population every decade from 1900 to 2000, except 1930 to 1940. The population density per
/^ square mile increased from four(4)people in 1900 to forty-five and three-tenths(45.3)people in 2000 and is projected
by the Colorado Division of Local Government to increase to over eighty-six(86)people per square mile by 2020.
H. In 1999, Weld County had a per capita personal income (PCPI) of$22,852. This PCPI ranked 40th in the
State, and was 72 percent of the State average, $31, 533, and 80 percent of the national average,$28,546. The 1999
PCPI reflected an increase of 4.0 percent from 1998. The 1998-99 State change was 5.6 percent and the national
change was 4.5 percent. (U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis)
I. According to a 1997 study conducted by Colorado State University, Weld County continues to be an
Agribusiness Important county, although the degree of agribusiness' importance is falling. Agribusiness
Dependent counties are those counties which receive more than 20 percent of total county income from agribusiness
industries whereas Agribusiness Important counties receive between 10 and 20 percent of their income from
agribusiness industries. In 1992, 15.8 percent of Weld county's income was generated from agribusiness industries
while in 1997 it fell to 11.6 percent even though agribusiness had increased. This is due to other sectors of the
economy growing at higher rates and continued diversification of Weld County's economy.
The Economy are those aspects of a society which are involved in the employment of scarce
productiveresources, the production of various commodities, the provision of services, and their distribution about
variouspeople and groups. Within the region, the"Economy" is another word to describe the interaction of all the
Elements: People, Resources, Systems and the Rest of the World. We are able to evaluate their size or impact by
looking at:
1. Employment and Income in Basic Industries.
2. Employment and Income in Indirect Basic Industries and Local Resident Service Industries. The
Economic Base Analysis for Weld County may be found in Appendix 22A.
ARTICLE II
Land Use Categories
Sec. 22-2-10. Foundations of existing land use.
A. The way land is presently used is one of the most important considerations in land use planning. Most
existing development continues into the future and has a strong influence on the pattern of development and land use
in the County. The existing land use pattern has been created through the process of early settlement and economic
development. From the beginning of settlement in the County,economic activities have centered on agriculture. Trade
centers were established to provide goods and services to those engaged in farming activities. Transportation routes
and facilities were developed to move goods and people, and to facilitate economic development.
B. Increases in urban type uses will bring about decreases in the land area dedicated for farmland.The percentage
of urban type use is not as significant as the pattern of use. A dispersed pattern of urban type land uses make large-
scale agricultural operations difficult and is often costly to provide services to dispersed developments.
C. Throughout the history of the County, population and economic growth required the development of
previouslyundeveloped land. Future growth will require continued urban land area expansion within municipal urban
growth boundary areas, as well as amounts of rural area development. Much of this expansion will, as it has in the
past,require the conversion of land categorized as farmland to urban uses. The intent of efficient land use planning
in the County is to,when possible,minimize the impact of development on agricultural lands.
D. Over the last decade,Weld County has experienced a variety of growth patterns. Generally,in the northern
and eastern regions of the County, there has been little or slow growth. In the southern and western portions of the
County, particularly in the corridor along and between I-25 and Highway 85, growth has been very rapid. Most of
this growth is associated with aggressive annexations by smaller towns, reaching out to the highways to capture
potential commercial and industrial users,which will boost their tax bases. A good part of the residential growth is
from people seeking more affordable housing and a smaller town environment, even though they commute to the
employment centers around the Denver/Boulder Metro area. In the unincorporated areas of Weld County,some large
lot development has occurred in the growth corridor, as well as in the other areas of the County, offering a different
product for those who want a more rural lifestyle and a less crowded place to live.
E. Agricultural land use remains the predominant land use in the County despite increased growth and a
significant increase in the number and size of annexations. Coincidentally,the areas of most intense growth pressures
are the same areas that have the best irrigated farmlands.
F. These factors, and others, all combine to create a conflict between the desire to support agriculture and the
economic pressures on the landowners to develop their agricultural lands. As the economy of Colorado continues to
advance, it is likely that the conversion of agricultural lands to more urbanized uses wi':: 'lso continue.
Sec. 22-2-20 Foundations of future land use.
A. Through the comprehensive planning process, all types of costs associated with development (including
economic and environmental) can be reviewed. An urbanization pattern created without knowledge of future
surrounding land uses is likely to lack some essential ingredients of long-term desirability. Without preparation for
future land use patterns,it is difficult to anticipate locations for schools,parks and traffic circulation systems that will
not require additional improvements each time someone decides to develop. The costs of such additional improvements
and the limitations of existing improvements lessen the development opportunities for adjacent landowners. This
Chapter promotes controlled or orderly urban expansion in relation to the existing and future land use patterns and
establishes minimum guidelines for urban type growth within the County.
B. Urban sprawl develops when an orderly pattern for growth and development cannot be achieved. Higher costs
are incurred both initially and ultimately in providing public services to a sprawl growth area. Often, scattered
development requires the extension of services through undeveloped areas. Extension of services through these
undeveloped areas creates an under-utilization of services, which contributes to higher service costs for all County
citizens. In addition to the economic considerations associated with urban development patterns, there is also the
problem of competition and conflict between urban and rural land use interests. All of the thirty-one (31)
municipalities in the County are surrounded by farmland. As urban areas continue to expand,these resource lands are
either directly converted to urban uses or are adversely influenced due to inherent conflicts between rural and urban
activities.
C. The provision of infrastructure such as transportation systems, sewage disposal,water systems, for example
are important aspects to consider during the planning stages of development. The capacity of planned and future
infrastructure shall be evaluated on a site-specific basis. The impact to the surrounding area shall also be considered.
D. Weld Countyrecognizes the need to accommodate future well-planned growth,and shall take action to insure
that expanded basic services such as transportation, fire and police protection, for example, will adequately service
additional growth. Current basic services should be re-evaluated as to necessity,cost,innovative funding and flexibility
in diverse areas of the county.
E. It is expected that the pattern of growth will continue as described in Section 22-2-10, Existing Land Uses.
Since growth is directly related to the economic conditions of the State,the rate of growth is somewhat variable;but,
it is acknowledged that managing the quality and pattern of growth is important to the sustainability of the economy,
as well as the quality of life for Weld County citizens.
F. Supporting agriculture will continue to be a significant goal of Weld County. However, the pressures to
convert agricultural lands to other uses will continue to eliminate more and more lands from agricultural production.
Most of these lands will be annexed into municipalities leaving Weld County's land use jurisdiction;however other
lands in the County's jurisdiction maybe suitable for less intensive development. Lands further out and those lands
which lie outside of the areas of growth pressures will most likely retain predominately agriculture uses. Given this
future land use scenario, it is important that the County employ the following smart growth management tools:
1. Cooperation shall be encouraged between agricultural operations and development,both urban and
rural. This cooperation provides the opportunity to reduce conflicts and competition, and encourages mutual
appreciation of the vital importance of both entities.
2. Work with the municipalities in the County through Intergovernmental Agreements and urban
growth boundaries to address the quality of developments, particularly in the areas of transition between the
municipalities and the County. Emphasis should be placed on infrastructure such as roads,sewer,water,and drainage,
etc., so all parties are aware of the impacts that may be felt by the County and municipality. Also, the expansion of
urbanization in and around agricultural land uses creates many issues for the ag-land owner as well as the subdivision
resident. It is important that these issues are recognized and addressed.
3. Accommodate development of lands outside of municipalities which may include land within urban
growth boundaries if:
a. The impacts of such development are adequately addressed;
b. The infrastructure is capable of handling the intensity of the developments;
c. The pattern of development is compatible with the region.
4. Encourage the conservation of agricultural lands as well as significant geographic areas(i.e.rivers,
major drainage-ways,jurisdictional wetlands, etc.)through the implementation of voluntary incentives such as:
a. Open space acquisitions.
b. Conservation easements.
c. Transfer of development rights.
d. Other innovative and creative techniques such as,but not limited to, those made by the Agriculture
Study Committee.
5. Support agriculture by adopting policies and regulations that do not create regulatory burdens on the
agricultural producer.
6. Promote quality planning that is:
a. Sensitive to the surrounding land uses.
b. Respectful of the natural environment.
/'• c. Protective of the health,welfare and safety of the citizens of Weld County.
d. Regionally linked i.e. by roadways and trails.
e. Cognizant of incorporating progressive planning concepts creating an aesthetically pleasing and
functionally livable community.
G. By following the Guiding Principles of the Comprehensive Plan and applying smart growth concepts future
land uses in Weld County will result in:
1. Urban growth occurring where it is appropriate as determined through the land use application
process.
2. Agriculture will be supported and continue to be a mainstay of the County.
3. All land uses being considered with an eye on quality.
4. This approach will not halt the changes that are occurring, but it will allow the citizens to manage
these changes so Weld County will continue to be a great place to live.
H. Consideration for the protection of property values in the various Overlay Districts shall be given to lands
under development consideration. Consideration of the protection of the life, safety and welfare of the present and
future citizens ofthe County shall be given when lands affected by the various Overlay Districts are under development
consideration. These Overlay Districts include the Airport Overlay District, the Geological Hazard Overlay District
and the Flood Plain Overlay District. Further definition of these districts are provided in Chapter 23.
1. Areas comprised of limiting site factors contain certain physical elements that obstruct or are
hazardous to certain types of development. These physical elements include flood plain,critical wildlife habitat areas,
aquifer recharge,riparian areas,topographical constraints and other similar inhibiting elements. Although these sites
contain factors which limit certain types of development,these areas are nevertheless usable for agricultural production,
recreational activities and parks,or other functions that cannot damage or be damaged by the constraining site factors.
These areas can also enhance the character of the unincorporated areas of the County by providing corridors for trails
and wildlife, and for the protection of natural resources,riparian habitats and natural features essential to the identity
of these county areas.
2. Land designated as having limiting site factors are primarily defined by the one-hundred-year flood
plain (as defined by FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps) which comprises approximately four and thirty-seven
hundredths percent(4.37%)of the County land mass. Additional land containing limiting site factors is located along
irrigation canals and ditches and adjacent to lakes. To the maximum extent practical,development within areas having
limiting site factors shall be located to preserve the natural features of the site, to avoid areas of environmental
sensitivity, and to minimize negative impacts and alteration of natural features.
3. Development in the flood plain may be accomplished through engineering of the site,site location,
or structure or by gaining approval from FEMA and/or acquisition of Flood Insurance.
4. For development in the Geological Hazard Area,landowners should consult the appropriate section
of Chapter 23 as well as contact the State of Colorado Geological Survey Section.
5. For development in the Airport Overlay Area,landowners should consult the appropriate section of
Chapter 23 as well as contact the Greeley/Weld County Airport Authority.
Land Use Categories
Sec. 22-2-30. Agriculture.
A. Weld County consistently ranks among the top five counties in the nation in terms of receipts for agricultural
products by the Census of Agriculture since 1964. The County is one of the most productive agricultural counties in
the State, and accounts for five and eighty-seven hundredths percent (5.87%) of the State's thirty-two million
(32,000,000)acres of land in farms. The soil, topography and irrigation system support this extensive agricultural
industry. The County's significant amount of irrigated and non-irrigated farmland produces a wide variety of crops.
The State and County witnessed a decline in the number of acres devoted to the farming industry since the 1992 Census
of Agriculture. Weld County experienced a decrease of eight percent(8%),double the State's decrease in loss of acres
devoted to the farming industry. The number of full time farms also decreased nine percent(9%)from one thousand
eight hundred seventy(1,870)farms in 1992 to one thousand six hundred ninety-eight(1,698)in 1997. This decrease
was double the decrease witnessed at the State level. The market value of agricultural products sold in the County
increased nine percent(9%)to more than one billion dollars($1,286,636,000)in the 1992 to 1997 time frame. The
overall impact of agri-business in Weld County, including income and gross sales,is$3.9 billion annually.
B. Crops produced in the County are onions, sugar beets, pinto beans,potatoes, corn, alfalfa, wheat, carrots,
barley and sorghum,in addition to other specialty crops. Many of the feed crops are utilized locally by the livestock
industry. For example, most of the corn grown in the area, both silage and grain, is used for feed at commercial
feedlots,farm feedlots and dairies. Significant numbers of sheep, swine and turkeys also use the feed crops from the
area. A summer fallowing rotation program is practiced on the non-irrigated farmland. Summer fallowing is
necessary to store enough moisture for sustained high yields.
C. Water is delivered to farmland through some of the largest and most complex reservoir and irrigation ditch
systems in the world. One of a number of influencing systems is the Colorado-Big Thompson project,which makes
water available from the State's Western Slope. In addition, shallow and deep wells made possible by the existence
of deep broad aquifers are productive sources of irrigation water. The development of these resources and features has
made agriculture an important industry in the County since the founding of the Greeley Union Colony in 1870.
Sec.22-2-40. Agricultural industry and benefits.
A. The agricultural industry in the County is a complete farm and food system. This system begins with growing
and raising farm produce and ends as a product ready for purchase by consumers after it has been processed and
transported to the marketplace.
B. The following have a role in the County's farm and food system:
1. There are approximately three thousand (3000) operators of livestock, poultry, vegetable, fruit,
nursery and grain farms located in the County.
2. Nearly half of the County's farmers listed farming as their secondary occupation according to the
1997 Census of Agriculture. This figure is higher than the 1992 Census of Agriculture which identified one-third of
the County's farmers listing farming as their secondary occupation.
3. Those who offer farm-related products and services. Examples of these local industries are fertilizer
and chemical product companies, suppliers of feed (grain, livestock and poultry), implement dealers, energy and
petroleum product companies,well,pump and irrigation companies,veterinarians,aerial crop sprayers,farm laborers,
commercial lending institutions, insurance and transportation industries.
4. Those who purchase products grown and raised on farms for manufacturing, processing and
distribution. Examples of these local industries are meat, egg, dairy and vegetable processing and distributing
facilities, and bakeries.
5. Grocery stores and other food retailers.
6. Restaurant and other food catering businesses.
C. The agricultural industry is an important element in the County economy. The market value of agricultural
products and the chain of purchases related to agricultural production contributes significantly to the County's
economy. Every dollar that the farmer spends to increase agricultural production creates additional dollars spent on
activities related to production. For example, activities such as livestock processing will require purchases of feeder
cattle,breeding stock,feed,water,machinery,fuel,labor,transportation,government services and capital(banks and
savings and loans).
D. Food processing and related products contribute significantly to the manufacturing economy of the County.
There are additional impacts to other areas of the economy, such as retail and wholesale trade and transportation
services.
E. Agricultural lands help maintain a sense of rural identity and diversity. These lands allow communities to
maintain separate identities, at the same time conserving productive farmland. While crop lands in the agricultural
district also provide relatively open landscapes,they are privately owned. Unlike urban open space areas,public access
to these lands is not allowed. These lands are not guaranteed to remain traditional agricultural lands, but can be
converted by the individual land owner to other uses through the appropriate land use process.
F. As a secondary benefit,agricultural land use helps to maintain natural systems and natural processes. These
may include the preservation of wetlands, small watersheds, aquifer recharge areas, flood plains and special wildlife
habitats.
Sec.22-2-50. Concerns of farming as an industry.
A. Most of the County's first citizens were engaged in farming activities. During this time,it was necessary for
farming operations and the community to be in close proximity. Because of these settlement patterns of the County's
first citizens, and because these areas have proven attractive as sites for expanding communities, some of the most
highly productive agricultural land borders urban population centers. As municipalities continue to grow, their
expansion encroaches on farm operations. According to (2001) statistics provided by the state demographer, the
population in the County is expected to double from 2000 to 2020 (2000 population of 181,931 to 2020 projected
population of 344,774),indicating that the competition for land and water will continue.
B. The pressure to use land for other than agricultural purposes is the result of complex private and public
decisions. Residential and commercial development,and the associated infrastructure to service the development,are
examples of uses which have a powerful impact on whether or not agricultural land will be converted to other uses.
C. Both perceived and real conflicts between agricultural uses and non-agricultural uses can impact the
agricultural industry. Agricultural operations want non-agricultural uses to recognize normal agricultural practices
in their area, and in turn,the agricultural uses will recognize the non-agricultural. Residents of Weld County should
be encouraged to read and understand the intent of the adopted Right to Farm. Tension between farming and non-
farming uses is occurring from restrictions on normal farming practices in areas encroached upon by residential,
commercial and industrial uses. Many of the problems stem from unrealistic expectations and a misunderstanding of
agricultural production by those seeking a rural lifestyle.
ea% D. It is important that County representatives and officials recognize their role in reducing the conflicts between
agricultural uses and residential,commercial and industrial uses. Consistent interpretation and administration of this
Chapter and Chapters 19, 23,24, 26 and 27 of this Code will help in reduction of conflicts. Using these documents
to make consistent land use decisions,reinforces their usefulness as an information and decision-making tool on land
use decisions made by private parties, as well as public officials.
E. Irrigation is an important component of agriculture in the County. There is a vast array of channels and water
conveyance structures within the irrigated portion of the County, which facilitates irrigation. It is important to
understand that ditch and reservoir companies have established legal rights that allow them to operate. Ditch
easements may be recorded but many easements are established by use,since most ditches have been in existence well
in excess of one hundred years. Landowners adjacent to ditches must be aware that these areas require access for
cleaning(removal of silt),burning of weeds, and general maintenance. Irrigation companies are not responsible for
normal seepage from ditches, as long as the general operation of the ditch is not negligent, and is consistent with
historic use.
F. The practice of agriculture, and lands used for agriculture, are important facets of Weld County, both
historically and currently. Lands used for agricultural purposes appear to be undeveloped open lands,but are in fact
privately owned businesses. These agricultural lands serve a public purpose by often providing for the protection of
environmentally sensitive lands,agricultural practices, and scenic areas or corridors. Privately owned land used for
agricultural purposes may eventually be converted to another use in accordance with State and County land use
regulations.
Sec.22-2-60. Prime farmland definition.
The availability of a consistent supply of clean water must exist in order to have prime farmland. Prime and
prime if irrigated lands fall into upper capability classes as defined by the Natural Resource Conservation Service and
Colorado State University Cooperative Extension Service and should be protected if irrigation water is available and
they are located within a reasonable distance of water delivery structures.
Sec.22-2-70. Nonprime farmland definition.
A. Nonprime farmland is low capability land that is not as productive as prime farmland for food production.
It may be composed of poorer soils prone to erosion or may have topographical limitations such as slopes or gullies.
B. County agricultural goals and policies have been developed to support and preserve the agricultural industry
and fanning activities. These goals and policies also address the County's responsibility to manage,accommodate and
ensure that adequate public services are available for residential,commercial and industrial growth which is expected
to occur.
Sec.22-2-80. Agricultural goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for agricultural land:
A. A.1. Goals and policies.
1. A. Goal 1. Conserve agricultural land for agricultural purposes which foster the economic health
and continuance of agriculture.
2. A. Policy 1.1. Agricultural zoning will be established and maintained to protect and promote the
County's agricultural industry. Agricultural zoning is intended to provide areas for agricultural activities and other
uses interdependent upon agriculture.
The availability of a consistent supply of clean water must exist in order to have prime farmland.
Prime farmland is land that has the best combination of physical and chemical characteristics for producing food,feed,
forage,fiber and oilseed crops,and is also available for these uses(the land could be cropland,pastureland,rangeland,
forest land or other land,but not urban built-up land or water). It has the soil quality, growing season and moisture
supply needed to economically produce sustained high yields of crops when treated and managed, including water
management, according to acceptable fanning methods. In general, prime farmlands have an adequate and
dependable water supply from precipitation or irrigation, a favorable temperature and growing season, acceptable
acidity or alkalinity,acceptable salt and sodium content,and few or no rocks. Prime farmlands are permeable to water
and air. Prime farmlands are not excessively erodible or saturated with water for a long period of time,and they either
do not flood frequently or are protected from flooding. (U.S. Department of Agricultural,Soil Conservation Services
[Special Series 17] January 1980: additional supplements).
3. A. Policy 1.2. The County should support the development of creative policies to conserve
agricultural land, including preservation techniques and prioritizing incentives.
4. A.Policy 1.3. Allow commercial and industrial uses which are directlyrelated to,or dependent upon
agriculture,to locate within agricultural zoning when the impact to surrounding properties is minimal, and where
adequate services and infrastructure are available. Agricultural businesses and industries will be encouraged to locate
in areas that minimize the removal of agricultural land from production.
5. A. Policy 1.4. Agricultural businesses and industries will be encouraged to locate in areas that
minimize the removal of prime agricultural land from production. Agricultural business and industries are
defined as those which are related to ranching, livestock production, farming and agricultural uses.
B. A.2 Goal.
1. A.Goal 2. Discourage urban-scale residential,commercial and industrial development which is not
located adjacent to existing incorporated municipalities.
C. A.3. Goal and policies.
1. A. Goal 3. Conversion of agricultural land to urban-scale residential, commercial and industrial
uses will be considered when the subject site is located inside an approved intergovernmental agreement area, urban
growth boundary area, I-25 Mixed Use Development area, or urban development nodes. This goal is intended to
address conversion of agricultural land in an orderly manner which is in harmony with the phased growth plans of a
municipality and the County. It is further intended to minimize the incompatibilities that occur between uses in the
zoned agricultural district and other zoned districts that allow urban-scale uses. In addition,this goal is expected to
contribute to minimizing the costs to County taxpayers of providing additional public services in rural areas for uses
that require services on an urban level.
2. A. Policy 3.1.If it is determined that public facilities,service improvements,or maintenance items
are required by a development,the land use applicant, developer,or land owner will be required to pay for the costs
of the public facility, service improvements, and maintenance. The methodology for compensation and the
determination of maintenance items should be determined during the land use application review process. The
developer shall submit all of the following:
a. A.Policy 3.1.1. Information which accurately identifies all users ofthe infrastructure improvements
and maintenance.
b. A. Policy 3.1.2. A proposal which equitably distributes the costs of infrastructure improvements
and maintenance by user share.
c. A. Policy 3.1.3. A proposal that identifies the appropriate time that infrastructure improvements
and maintenance charges should be applied.
d. A.Policy 3.1.4. A municipality's adopted comprehensive plan goals and policies will be considered
when an agricultural business is proposed to expand within an urban growth boundary area.
D. A.4. Goal and policies.
1. A. Goal 4. Provide mechanisms for the division of land which is agriculturally zoned. Options for
division shall be provided to ensure the continuation of agricultural production and accommodate low intensity
development. Urban scale residential, commercial and industrial development will be discouraged in areas where
adequate services and infrastructure are not available.
2. A.Policy 4.1. Options for the division of agriculturally-zoned land are available in Chapters 23,24
and 27 of this Code.
3. A.Policy4.2. Availabilityofservices such as electricity,telephone,public water,natural gas,sewer,
sheriff and fire protection will determine the intensity of development allowed.
4. A. Policy 4.3. Applications for the division of land which is zoned agricultural, shall be reviewed
in accordance with all potential impacts to surrounding properties and referral agencies. The criterion shall include
but not be limited to:
a. A. Policy 4.3.1. Soil Classifications.
b. A. Policy 4.3.2. Availability, location and accessibility to existing infrastructure and utilities.
c. A. Policy 4.3.3. Ensure safe and adequate access onto County Roads or State Highways.
d. A. Policy 4.3.4. Consideration of existing improvements or structures.
e. A. Policy 4.3.5. Encourage techniques and incentives such as easements, clusters,building
envelopes and setbacks to minimize the impacts on surrounding agricultural land when conversion to another use
occurs and to ensure the health, welfare and safety of the inhabitants of Weld County.
f. A. Policy 4.3.6. Lot and Building Envelope design and placement maybe employed shall be made
to mitigate conflicts between existing agricultural uses and future non-agricultural uses.
E. A.5. Goal and policies.
1. A.Goal 5. Conversion of agricultural land to non-urban 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 non-urban
uses. Once converted,this land is less conducive to agricultural production.
2. A. Policy 5.1. Applications for the division of land which is zoned agricultural to non-urban uses
shall be reviewed in accordance with all potential impacts to surrounding properties and referral agencies. The
criterion shall include but not be limited to:
a. A. Policy 5.1.1. Soil Classifications.
b. A. Policy 5.1.2. Availability, location and accessibility to existing infrastructure and utilities.
c. A. Policy 5.1.3. Ensure safe and adequate access onto County Roads or State Highways.
d. A. Policy 5.1.4. The level of development associated with the site.
e. A. Policy 5.1.5. Consideration of existing improvements or structures.
f. A. Policy 5.1.6. The impacts on services such as fire protection,law enforcement, school districts,
etc.
F. A.6. Goal and policies.
1. A. Goal 6. The extraction of minerals and oil and gas resources should conserve the land and
minimize the impact on agricultural land.
2. A. Policy 6.1. The County encourages oil and gas drilling activities to be coordinated with seasonal
production schedules.
3. A. Policy 6.2. When feasible,existing service roads should be utilized to provide access for oil and
gas activities.
G. A.7. Goal and policies.
1. A. Goal 7. Public facilities and services such as sewer, water, roads, schools, and fire and police
protection, must be provided and developed in a timely, orderly and efficient manner to support the transition of
agricultural land to other development uses. In evaluating a land use application, County representatives and the
applicant will consider the public facilities and services goals and policies.
2. A. Policy 7.1. The County will encourage developers and utility providers to deliver services in
conjunction with development.
3. A. Policy 7.2. Applicants for development are responsible to determine the status of a water well
through the State Division of Water Resources and shall be aware that ownership of a parcel of land with a well does
not guarantee the use of the well,unless fully augmented. The State Division of Water Resources shall be contacted
by the applicant.
4. A. Policy 7.3. Applicants for development shall fully disclose the quantity available and source of
domestic and non-domestic water to service the proposed development during the land-use application process.
H. A.8. Goal and policies.
1. A.Goal 8. Protect agricultural uses from encroachment by those uses which hinder the operations
of the agricultural enterprises.
2. A. Policy 8.1. The County recognizes the"right to farm." In order to validate this recognition,the
County has established a statement which should be incorporated on all pertinent land use plats. A copy of this
statement is located in Appendix 22-E of this Chapter.
a. A. Policy 8.1.1. The agricultural landowner is responsible for following "best management
practices".
b. A.Policy 8.1.2. The county will develop policies to recognize the changing dynamics of agricultural
production, such as the size and scope of these operations.
c. A. Policy 8.1.3. Adjacent lands owned or leased by an agricultural operation will be used in
determining allowable animal unit densities.
I. A.9. Goal and policies.
1. A. Goal 9. Water is a valuable resource in Weld County. Water rights are defined by state law as
real property and maybe bought and sold by individuals or entities. Land use regulations should not impact their status
as real property.
a. A. Policy 9.1. Any exportation of water out of a closed basin aquifer is discouraged.
b. A Policy 9.2. Land use regulations should not interfere with the transfer of water rights and their
associated uses.
c. A Policy 9.3. Concerns of irrigation companies shall be addressed through the land use referral
process.The placement offences,structures,and recreational trails,for example,shall be made in consideration of
year-round maintenance and operation of the irrigation practice. This consideration shall be made to mitigate
associated hazards.
J. A. 10. Goal.
1. A. Goal. 10. The minimum lot size of parcels in the agricultural zone district should remain at
eighty(80) acres to encourage parcels large enough to retain viable farming operations or to accommodate modern
agricultural equipment and irrigation practices.
K. A.11. Goal and policies.
1. A.Goal 11. Promote a quality environment which is free of unsightly materials,including but not
limited to, derelict vehicles,refuse and litter.
2. A. Policy 11.1. Property owners should demonstrate responsibility of ownership by minimizing
safety and health hazards resulting from,but not limited to,derelict structures,derelict vehicles and non-commercial
junkyards.
3. A. Policy 11.2. Develop programs for cleanup of derelict property,junk and weeds.
Sec.22-2-90. Urban development.
A. Population and economic growth will create a demand for conversion of land to urban uses. The urban
development goals and policies are designed to plan for this anticipated growth by directing urban uses to where urban
services exist or can more easily be provided,i.e.,to existing municipalities and the I-25 Mixed Use Development area.
The County recognizes that it is appropriate for its municipalities to plan for growth at their current boundaries and
in the surrounding areas. To accomplish this,the County and the municipalities should cooperate in joint planning
efforts to achieve a consistent vision. The urban development section addresses the conservation of agricultural land
by encouraging efficient development and discouraging urban sprawl. These goals and policies reflect a basic
commitment to conserving natural and managed resources while directing growth and enhancing economic
development through efficient use of infrastructure.
B. Urban development maybe characterized by intense residential,commercial areas for retail,offices,services,
and other uses that are primarily located along major roadways, at major intersections, and in commercial parks
designed to accommodate these more intense uses. Large areas of pavement for roadways, plazas and parking lots
accompany these uses. Industrial uses in urban areas vary from heavy industry and manufacturing,to manufacturing
combined with research and development that is less obtrusive and disruptive to surrounding properties. Usually,the
heavier industrial uses are segregated into areas around the perimeter of communities and linked to major
transportation networks. Light industry and manufacturing may also be at the perimeters,but sometimes integrated
inside the community.
C. Urban residential development includes high density multi-family projects, single family residential
subdivisions and many variations between these two categories. Typically, the density of urban residential
developments exceeds one unit per acre and all the neighborhoods are characterized by paved streets,sidewalks,parks,
and a variety of housing types and other urban type land uses. Some commercial or neighborhood service uses such
as churches,daycare,small-scale offices,schools,convenience stores,small shopping areas,etc.,areusually associated
with urban residential subdivisions.
Sec.22-2-100. Concerns of Development.
A. Conflicts exist particularlybetween residential development and existingrural landuse that can negatively
impact Weld County. Tension is occurring not only from restrictions on normal farming practices, but also from
resistance to change and growth. It is important that county representatives and officials recognize their role in
reducing the conflicts between development and rural uses.Consistent interpretation and administration of this chapter
and Chapters 19,23, 24, 26 and 27 of this code will help in the reduction of conflict. Using these documents to make
consistent land use decisions, reinforces its usefulness as an information and decision-making tool on land use
decisions made by private parties, as well as public officials.
B. Affordable housing. The escalation of development costs continues to raise the cost of housing which is
in turn passed on to consumers.
C. Development should pay its proportionate share to upgrade existing systems that benefit everyone.
D.The requirement of additional amenities to a development increase cost as well as increase benefits to the
consumer and should be thoroughly evaluated as to the necessity of such amenity i.e.bus shelters,pull-outs,trails,etc.
E. Conditions of approval requested by referral agencies may be scrutinized by the applicant. The applicant
has the right to question the referral and contest the conditions if necessary.
F. Implementation of timely submission from referral agencies and applicants are required. The Planning
Department needs to establish and adhere to reasonable deadlines for referral and applicant submittals. The application
process needs to be evaluated for ways to make the entire process more efficient and timely.
Sec.22-2-110. Benefits of Urban Development.
A. Urban development is the most centralized and, therefore,the most intense land use. More people live
in urban centers than live outside urban centers because they appreciate the closeness and convenience of services that
are available. Clearly, there are less appealing elements of an urban lifestyle such as traffic congestion, crime, and
others; but the advantages of convenience, availability of jobs, and the social diversity of this lifestyle choice are
perceived benefits.
B. An important factor of urban development is the efficient use of land as a resource. Since the density of
urban development accommodates more density on each acre,the amount of land relative to the number of people who
live on or use the land is an efficient ratio. Locations where urban development can occur should be encouraged to
develop as urban. Jurisdictions that can accommodate urban development should employpolicies and regulations that
facilitate urban development while managing the quality of this development. Weld County should adopt policies and
regulations that promote urban development in the areas where it is appropriate resulting in the most efficient use of
land and infrastructure.
Sec.22-2-120. Urban growth boundaries.
A. Efficient and orderly land development and the conservation of agricultural land require that urban-
type development take place in or adjacent to existing municipalities or where adequate infrastructure is available.
/'` Urban development is encouraged within municipal boundaries where public services such as water, sewer and fire
protection are available.
B. Urban Growth Boundaries and uses within these areas, shall be determined through coordination
between the County, participating municipality, and the individual landowner. Efficient development in the area
surrounding municipalities requires this type of coordination which is achieved by three(3)methods;the three-mile
referral,intergovernmental urban growth boundary agreements,and the standard one-halfmileurban growth boundary.
When growth at the municipality/county level is not coordinated,problems can occur with incompatible adjacent land
uses as the most obvious.
C. The intergovernmental urban growth boundary agreement is a tool for coordinating development at
the municipality/county interface. The individual landowners of property within the urban growth boundaries shall
be notified of any negotiations and consideration of intergovernmental urban growth boundary agreements. In the
spring of 1994,believing that each community should direct its growth, the Board of County Commissioners began
contacting each municipality to establish their own tailor-made growth areas. Believing each community can and
should direct its own growth,the Board of County Commissioners imparted four(4)criteria to guide the municipalities:
1. Growth should pay for itself,in terms of initial costs and,in the long range,through good design and
functional efficiency.
2. Annexation patterns should directly correlate with municipal service areas.
3. Infill of communities is a far more efficient use of land than urban sprawl.
4. When a municipality and the County enter into an urban growth boundary agreement, the County
agrees to abide by the municipality's vision for future development in the area. Likewise,the municipality agrees to
limit its expansion to the defined areas where it plans to provide municipal services. It is understood that urban growth
is an ongoing process and urban growth boundary agreements will be subject to revision as needed.
D. The County, in accordance with state statutes, refers land use proposals for review and comment to any
jurisdiction within three(3)miles of the site of the proposed change. The municipality is given an opportunity to
comment, and the comments are considered by the Planning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners
when they vote on the proposed land use change. Regardless of any other agreements between a municipality and the
County for growth and service areas,the County will continue the three-mile referrals.
E When growth at the municipality/county level is not coordinated,some of th e problems that can occur include
roads that do not tie into each other, inconsistent engineering standards, the provision of municipal services by a
hodgepodge of special districts,and the most obvious problem of incompatible adjacent land uses. Besides addressing
these problems, the urban growth boundary agreement can be used to preserve open space corridors between
municipalities or to protect important wildlife habitat,natural and scenic areas.
F. In the absence of an urban growth boundary agreement, the County recognizes a standard urban growth
boundary. This is a one-half-mile perimeter from the existing public sanitary sewer facilities. The definition of
facilities is limited to public sewer lines in place on September 11, 1995,the time of adoption of Ordinance 147-G,as
codified herein,as amended by Ordinance 147-P,adopted on March 15, 1999,also codified herein. The perimeter will
be modified if it is apparent that physical boundaries prevent the extension of sewer service. Inside the municipal
service area boundary,urban-type uses and services are planned and annexation is encouraged.
Sec. 22-2-130. Urban growth boundaries goals and policies.
The most recent copy of the Urban Growth Boundary map is on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the
Department of Planning Services. The following goals and policies are established for urban growth boundaries:
A. UGB. 1. Goal and policies.
1. UGB Goal 1. The County will encourage and assist each municipality in establishing an
intergovernmental urban growth boundary agreement.
2. UGB. Policy 1.1. The Countyrecognizes that municipalities can and should plan their own futures
in terms of the nature and rate of growth.
3. UGB.Policy 1.2. Revise intergovernmental agreements as required by changing conditions.
4. UGB. Policy 1.3. The county encourages each municipality to plan their futures in
coordination with individual land owners in unincorporated Weld County. The individual landowners of property
within the urban growth boundaries shall be notified of anynegotiations and consideration of intergovernmental urban
growth boundary agreements.
B. UGB. 2. Goal and policies.
1. UGB.Goal 2. Concentrate urban development in or adjacent to existing municipalities, an approved
IGA, the 1-25 Mixed Use Development area,urban growth boundary areas,urban development nodes,or where urban
infrastructure is available.
2. UGB. Policy 2.1. Land use development proposals within an urban growth boundary area will be
determined according to the procedure set forth in Chapters 22&23 of this Code.
3. UGB. Policy 2.2. Individuals making initial contact with the County regarding land use
development should be informed of policy of directing urban growth to,or adjacent to,municipalities and the 1-25
MUD, or where urban infrastructure is available.
4. UGB. Policy 2.3. Until intergovernmental agreements are in place, urban growth boundaries will
be defined as a one half-mile perimeter around the existing public sanitary sewer facilities.
C. UGB. 3.Goal and policies.
1. UGB.Goal 3. The County and municipalities should coordinate land use planning in urban growth
boundary areas,including development policies and standards,zoning, street and highway construction,open space,
public infrastructure and other matters affecting efficient development.
2. UGB. Policy 3.1. The County may consider approving a land use development within an urban
growth boundary area, if all of the following criteria are met:
a. UGB. Policy 3.1.1. The adjacent municipality does not consent to annex the land or property in a
timely manner or annexation is not legally possible.
b. UGB. Policy 3.1.2. The proposed use, including public facility and service impacts, is compatible
with this Chapter and with other urban type uses.
c. UGB. Policy 3.1.3. The proposed use attempts to be compatible with the adjacent municipality's
comprehensive plan.
d. UGB.Policy 3.1.4.If public facility or service improvements are required by a development,and will
not be provided by the adjacent municipality,the developer will pay these costs.A method of reimbursement for these
costs will be determined in the land use application review process. The method of reimbursement will depend upon
the following information, which the developer shall provide:
1) Identification of all current and future users of the public facilities or services;
2) A proposal to equitably share these costs among users; and
3) A time schedule for apportionment ofthe charges among users and reimbursements to the developer.
D. UGB. 4. Goal.
1. UGB. Goal 4. Whenever possible, open space within urban development should be connected to
existing open space.
Sec. 22-2-140. Unincorporated communities.
A. The County's rural areas contain a number of small unincorporated residential communities that are
surrounded by agricultural districts and agricultural uses.These communities provide housing for those predominantly
employed in agricultural and other industries. The communities also serve as small commercial centers for
surrounding farm areas.
B. Population growth has occurred in these communities despite a lack of community water and/or sewer
facilities and their remote locations. These settlements will probably continue to function as rural centers serving the
needs of the surrounding rural population.
C. Regional services such as waste water treatment plants,water treatment facilities, are encouraged to service
unincorporated communities.
D. Further development in unincorporated communities will be encouraged only when adequate services and
infrastructure are available.
Sec.22-2-150. Unincorporated community goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for unincorporated communities:
A. UC.1. Goal and policies.
1. UC.Goal 1. Assure proper location and operation of compatible land uses by maintaining land use
regulations within unincorporated communities.
2. UC.Policy 1.1. Expansion of existing unincorporated communities will be based on the following criteria:
a. UC. Policy 1.1.1. Urban growth boundary goals and policies should apply in reviewing land use
applications which are adjacent to or propose to expand existing unincorporated communities.
b. UC. Policy 1.1.2. Additionally,any goals and policies adopted for a particular type of development
will also be used for review and evaluation. For example,the planned unit development goals and policies would also
apply when reviewing a planned unit development application adjacent to an unincorporated community.
B. UC.2. Goal.
1. UC. Goal 2. Maintain the rural character of these settlements.
C. UC.3. Goal.
1. UC. Goal 3. Encourage new development through infill of existing vacant platted lots.
D. UC.4. Goal and policies.
1. UC. Goal 4. Promote a quality environment which is free of unsightly materials,including but not
limited to, derelict vehicles,refuse and litter.
2. UC. Policy 4.1. Property owners should demonstrate responsibility of ownership by minimizing
safety and health hazards resulting from,but not limited to,derelict structures,derelict vehicles and non-commercial
junkyards.
/1 3. UC. Policy 4.2. Develop programs for the cleanup of derelict property,junk and weeds.
Sec.22-2-160. Industrial development.
In Industrial Zone Districts, development is typically oriented toward transportation facilities and is located
where traffic,noise,air and visual pollution conflicts with residential,commercial and agricultural uses are minimal.
It is the County's intent to accommodate industrial development proposals when the subject site is located inside an
approved intergovernmental agreement area,urban growth boundary area,I-25 Mixed Use Development area, urban
development nodes, or where adequate services are available. Land zoned for industrial use is found in almost every
municipality in the County. This dispersed pattern allows for local job opportunities.
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Sec. 22-2-170. Industrial development goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for industrial developments:
A. I. 1. Goal.
1. I. Goal 1. Conversion of agricultural land to industrial uses will be encouraged when the subject
site is located inside an approved intergovernmental agreement area,urban growth boundary area or I-25 Mixed Use
Development area,urban development nodes,or where adequate services are available.This goal is intended to address
conversion of agricultural land to minimize the incompatibilities that occur between uses in the zoned agricultural
district and other zoned districts that allow urban-scale uses. In addition,this goal is expected to minimize the costs
to County taxpayers of providing additional public services in rural areas for uses that require services on an urban
scale level.
B. I. 2 Goals and policies.
1. I Goal 2 . Encourage the expansion and diversification of the industrial economic base.
2. I. Policy 2.1. Accommodate new industrial development within planned industrial areas.
3. I Policy 2.2. The applicant shall ensure that adequate services and facilities are available.
4. I. Policy 2.3. Applicants for development are responsible to determine the status of a well through
the State Division of Water Resources and shall be aware that ownership of a parcel of land with a well does not
guarantee the use of the well,unless fully augmented. The State Division of Water Resources shall be contacted by
the applicants
5. I. Policy 2.4.Promote industrial development that is appropriatelylocated in relation to surrounding
land uses, and that meets necessary environmental standards.
6. I.Policy 2.5. Proposed industrial development or expansion of existing industrial uses should meet
federal,state and local environmental standards. In addition,the criteria for evaluation will include,but not be limited
to,the effect the industry would have on:
a. The natural environment, including air, water quality, natural drainage ways, soil properties and
other physical characteristics of the land.
b. The compatibility with surrounding land use in terms of general use,building height,scale,density,
traffic, dust and noise.
c. The access between public roads and the proposed industrial development or district. The land use
applicant will demonstrate to the satisfaction ofthe Board of County Commissioners that the street or highway facilities
providing access to the property are adequate in size and quality to meet the requirements of the proposed district or
development. Internal road circulation, off-street parking, acceleration lanes, deceleration lanes, common access
collection points,signalization and other traffic improvements shouldbe requiredwherever necessary to mitigate traffic
impacts caused by the development.
d. Encourage development that is sensitive to natural patterns and suitabilities of the land.
e. Visual and sound barrier landscaping shouldbe required to screen open storage areas from residential
uses or public roads.
C. I.3. Goal and policies.
1. I. Goal 3. Achieve a well-balanced,diversified industrial sector in order to provide a stable tax base
and to provide a variety of job opportunities for County citizens.
2. I. Policy 3.1. An application for industrial development within a municipality's urban growth
boundary area should be reviewed in accordance with the urban growth boundary and industrial goals and policies.
3. I. Policy 3.2. A good working relationship between the public and private sectors is an asset. The
County should continue its support of organizations which foster this economic development.
D. I.4. Goal and policies.
1. I. Goal 4. All new industrial development should pay its own way.
2. I.Policy4.1. Provide mechanisms wherebynew development pays for the additional costs associated
with those services demanded by new growth. These services may include but are not limited to law enforcement and
fire protection, school site acquisition, increased road maintenance, road construction or expansion, emergency
services,the extension ofutilities and the increased demand or need for open space and other services provided bylocal
governments.
3. I.Policy 4.2. Determination of the amount paid by new development for such additional costs may
include evaluation of indirect benefits such as sales and use taxes generated by residents; construction jobs and the
associated economic impacts; support of commercial and industrial operations that pay higher property taxes than
residential property;housing for the work force necessary to the economy, and other indirect benefits.
E. I. 5. Goal.
1. I. Goal 5. An application for industrial development within or adjoining an unincorporated
community should be reviewed in accordance with the unincorporated community and industrial goals and policies;
an application for industrial development within an area designated for agricultural use and located outside of an area
as an urban growth boundary area should be reviewed in accordance with the agricultural and industrial goals and
policies.
F. I.6. Goal.
1. I. Goal 6. The extraction of minerals and oil and gas resources should preserve the land and
minimize the impact on industrial land uses.
G. I.7. Goal and policies.
1. I. Goal 7. Promote a quality environment which is free of unsightly materials, including but not
limited to,derelict vehicles,refuse and litter.
2. I.Policy 7.1. Property owners should demonstrate responsibility of ownership by minimizing safety
and health hazards resulting from, but not limited to, derelict structures, derelict vehicles and non-commercial
junkyards.
3. I. Policy 7.2. Develop programs for cleanup of derelict property,junk and weeds.
Sec. 22-2-180. Commercial Development.
Commercial zone development is characterized by intense areas for retail,offices,services,and other uses that
are primarily located along major roadways,at major intersections,and in commercial parks designed to accommodate
these uses. Large areas of pavement for roadways, plazas and parking lots accompany these uses. An approved
intergovernmental agreement area, urban growth boundary area, I-25 Mixed Use Development area, and urban
development nodes,or where adequate services are available,are the areas intended to accommodate commercial zoned
development. For example, the 1-25 Mixed Use Development area has been the focus of capital improvements and
services,primarily through the creation of special districts.
Sec.22-2-190. Commercial Development Goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for commercial developments:
A. C. 1. Goal and policies.
1. C. Goal 1. Urban commercial uses will be encouraged when the subject site is located inside an
approved intergovernmental agreement area,urban growth boundary area,I-25 Mixed Use Development area,urban
development nodes,or where adequate services are obtainable.
2. C. Policy 1.1. Minimize the incompatibilities that occur between uses in the zoned agricultural
district and other zoned districts that allow urban uses.
3. C. Policy 1.2. Minimize the costs to County taxpayers of providing additional public services in
rural areas for uses that require services on an urban scale.
B. C.2. Goal and policies.
1. C. Goal 2. Encourage the expansion and diversification of the commercial economic base.
2. C. Policy 2.1. New commercial development should either be located in areas free of natural
hazards, such as wildlife, geologic hazards, floods and high winds,or be designed to mitigate the hazards.
C. C.3. Goal and policies.
1. C. Goal 3. Address the compatibility of commercial land uses with adjacent land uses.
2. C. Policy 3.1. Applications for commercial development should be reviewed according to all
applicable goals and policies contained in this Chapter and Chapter 23, 24, 26 and 27.
3. C. Policy 3.2. New commercial development should demonstrate compatibility with existing
surrounding land use in terms of general use,building height, scale, density,traffic, dust and noise.
4. C. Policy 3.3. Neighborhood commercial uses will be allowed in residential areas. These
commercial uses will consist only ofneighborhood oriented business. Commercial uses that service a greater area than
the neighborhood and create undesirable impact, such as increased vehicular traffic, are not considered appropriate
in residential neighborhoods.
D. C. 4. Goal and policy.
1. C. Goal 4. A good working relationship between the public and private sectors is an asset. The
County should continue its support of organizations which foster this economic development.
2. C. Policy 4.1. Applicants for development shall fully disclose the quantity available and source of
domestic and non-domestic water to service the proposed development during the land-use application process.
r E. C.5. Goal and policies.
1. C.Goal 5. The applicant shall ensure that adequate commercial levels of services and facilities are
available to serve the commercial development or district.
2. C.Policy 5.1. The land use application will demonstrate,to the satisfaction of the Board of County
Commissioners, that the street or highway facilities providing access to the property are adequate to meet the
requirements of the proposed district or development.
2. C.Policy 5.2. Applicants for development are responsible to determine the status of a well through
the State Division of Water Resources.
F. C.6. Goal and policies.
1. C. Goal 6. Recognize the impact of new development on the natural environment and develop
measures to mitigate these impacts.
2. C. Policy 6.1. Encourage designs that preserve desirable natural features, conserve or create
favorable space for wildlife and minimize pollution.
3. C. Policy 6.2. Promote efficient utilization of water resources.
G. C.7. Goal.
1. C. Goal 7. Encourage the infill of existing commercial developments and provide an environment
which supports growth for existing business.
H. C.8. Goal and policy.
1. C. Goal 8. All new commercial development should pay its own way.
2. C. Policy 8.1. Provide mechanisms whereby new development pays for the additional costs
associated with those services demanded by new growth. These services may include but are not limited to law
enforcement and fire protection,school site acquisition,increased road maintenance,road construction or expansion,
emergency services, the extension of utilities and the increased demand or need for open space and other services
provided by local governments.
I. C.9. Goal and policies.
1. C. Goal 9. The extraction of minerals and oil and gas resources should conserve and minimize the
impact on the land.
2. C.Policy 9.1. The County encourages oil and gas drilling activities to be coordinated with seasonal
production schedules.
3. C.Policy 9.2. When feasible, existing service roads should be utilized to provide access for oil and
gas activities.
4. C.Policy 9.3. Determination of the amount paid by new development for such additional costs may
include evaluation of indirect benefits such as sales and use taxes generated by residents; construction jobs and the
associated economic impacts; support of commercial and industrial operations that pay higher property taxes than
residential property;housing for the work force necessary to the economy; and other indirect benefits.
J. C.10. Goal and policies.
1. C. Goal 10. Promote a quality environment which is free of unsightly materials, including but not
limited to,derelict vehicles,refuse and litter.
2. C. Policy 10.1. Property owners should demonstrate responsibility of ownership by minimizing
safety and health hazards resulting from,but not limited to,derelict structures,derelict vehicles and non-commercial
junkyards
3. C. Policy 10.2. Develop programs for cleanup of derelict property,junk and weeds.
Sec.22-2-200. Residential development.
A. The urban growth boundaries and the I-25 Mixed Use Development area are intended to accommodate
residential development. Chapter 23 of this Code identifies low,medium and high density residential uses. These
three(3)designations recognize differences among residential environments. The intent is to establish residential areas
which reflect particular lifestyle choices,including dwelling unit type,density,environmental setting and convenience
levels.
B. Supporting utilities and public services and related facilities are essential to any residential development.
Recognition of this has led the public sector to require that residential development be accompanied by provisions for
adequate facilities and services. The fiscal constraints upon the County government will not permit indiscriminate
development with no regard for how such services and facilities will be provided.
C. Thorough examination of issues such as compatibility with surrounding and regional land uses, availability
and adequacy of infrastructure and services serving the proposal,impacts on the natural environment,and other issues
shall occur in the review of all residential developments.
D. Residential development occurs in the Residential(R)Zone District,the Estate(E)Zone District,the Planned
Unit Development(PUD)Zone District,or the Agriculture(A)Zone District. These different districts are specifically
described in Chapters 24 and 27 of this Code.
E. The R-zoned districts, R-I, R-2, R-3, R-4, and R-5 vary in intensity and density, but are generally urban
developments of single family lots, multi-family lots, or sites for mobile homes. It is important that these types of
residential developments are located inside municipal boundaries,in urban growth boundaries or nodes,the I-25 Mixed
Use Development area, or other areas where adequate services and infrastructure are obtainable.
F. Estate zoned developments are more rural, and are characterized by larger lots, limited urban amenities,
limited livestock and/or other non-urban components. These types of residential developments are generally located
in areas at the outskirts of municipal boundaries or between towns,and must be planned in relation to the infrastructure
obtainable and compatibility of land uses.
G. PUD zoned residential developments may include the above mentioned R-Zone Districts or the E-Zone
District,or maybe part of a master planned,mixed use development. See section 22-2-210 and Chapter 27 for further
information regarding Planned Unit Development.
H. Residential development on agriculture zoned land is provided to aid in the continuation of agricultural
production and/or to accommodate low intensity development.
Section 22-2-210. Residential Development Goals And Policies.
The following Goals and Policies are established for Residential Developments:
A. R.I. Goal and policies.
1. R. Goal 1. Urban residential uses will be encouraged when the subject site is located inside of an
approved intergovernmental agreement area,urban growth boundary area, I-25 Mixed Use Development area,urban
growth nodes, or where adequate infrastructure is obtainable.
2. R. Policy 1.1. The County should encourage an efficient form of urban residential development by
directing urban residential growth to those areas where urban services and infrastructure are obtainable.
3. R. Policy 1.2. Urban commercial and industrial development will be encouraged when the subject
site is located inside an approved intergovernmental agreement area, urban growth boundary area, I-25 Mixed Use
Development area,urban development nodes, or where adequate services are obtainable. This policy is intended to
support urban residential uses.
B. R.2. Goal and policies.
1. R Goal 2. Ensure that adequate public services and facilities are available to serve the residential
development or district.
2. R. Policy 2.1. The land use applicant will demonstrate to the Board of County Commissioners that
adequate sanitary sewage and public water systems are available to all residential development, and that the street or
highway facilities providing access to the property are adequate in width,classification and structural capacity to meet
the requirements of the proposed district or development. Access between public roads and the proposed residential
development or district should be granted only after consideration is given to the land uses and traffic patterns in the
area of development and the specific site. Internal road circulation,off-street parking, acceleration and deceleration
lanes,common access collection points,signalization and traffic improvements shall be required wherever necessary
to mitigate traffic impacts caused by the development.
3. R. Policy 2.2. Applications for residential development should be reviewed in accordance with all
applicable policies and goals contained in this Chapter.
C. R.3. Goal and policies.
1. R. Goal 3. Conversion of agricultural land to other uses may be accommodated when the subject
site is in an area that can support such development.
2. R Policy 3.1. Regional compatibility will be considered when residential uses are proposed.
3. R Policy 3.2. The size and density of residential development shall be determined by the
infrastructure and services that are available.
D. R.4. Goal and policies.
1. R.Goal 4. Promote efficient and cost-effective delivery of public facilities and services to residential
development or districts.
2. R. Policy 4.1. The County should encourage a compact form of urban development by directing
residential growth to urban growth boundary areas and to those areas where urban services are already available before
committing alternate areas to residential use.
3. R.Policy4.2. All residential development proposals should be reviewed in accordance with all state
and federal standards,including but not limited to the requirements of the Clean Water and Clean Air Acts.
4. R. Policy 4.3. New residential development should demonstrate compatibility with existing
surrounding land use in terms of general use,building height, scale, density,traffic,dust and noise.
5. R.Policy 4.4. Conservation ofnatural site features such as topography,vegetation and water courses
should be considered in the project design.
E. R5. Goal and policy.
1. R. Goal 5. Provide mechanisms for the division of land zoned Agriculture to accommodate low
intensity development.
2. R Policy 5.1. Employ planning techniques such as exemptions,clustering, easements etc.,to allow
/ , a portion of a parcel to be developed into residential lots while retaining tracts that can continue to be used as
agricultural lands or other low intensity developments.
F. R.6. Goal.
1. It Goal 6. Promote the development of affordable, quality housing for all County residents.
2. It Policy 6.1. Opportunities for housing developments including,but not limited to,multi-family
and manufactured homes, should be provided to encourage lower cost renter or owner occupied housing.
3. R Policy 6.2. Affordable housing developments should be located within a reasonable distance of
employment,community centers,parks,shopping areas,and schools,or where transportation services can be provided
to enable access to these areas.
4. R. Policy 6.3. Provide for appropriate accommodations suitable for multi-generational or caretaker
quarters.
5. R. Policy 6.4. The County will consider proposals which provide affordable housing which include,
but are not limited to, higher density,reduced amenities,reduction in open space requirements.
G. R.7. Goal and policies.
1. R. Goal 7. Ensure that adequate public services and facilities are available to serve the residential
development.
2. R. Policy 7.1. The land use applicant will demonstrate to the Board of County Commissioners that
adequate sanitary sewer and water systems are available to all residential development,and that the roadway facilities
providing access to the property are adequate to meet the requirements of the proposed development.
3. R Policy 7.2. Applications for residential development should be reviewed in accordance with all
applicable provisions of this Code.
4. R.Policy 7.3. Applicants for development are responsible to determine the status of a well through
the Colorado Division of Water Resources.
H. R.8. Goal.
1. R.Goal 8. The compatibility between new residential development and existing surrounding land
uses will be considered.
I. R.9. Goal and policies.
1. R. Goal 9. All new residential development should pay its own way.
2. R. Policy 9.1. Provide mechanisms whereby new development pays for the costs of infrastructure
directly related to the development.
3 R. Policy 9.2. Determination of the amount paid by new development for such additional costs may
include evaluation of indirect benefits such as sales and use taxes generated by residents; construction jobs and the
associated economic impacts; support of commercial and industrial operations that pay higher property taxes than
residential property;housing for the work force necessary to the economy, and other indirect benefits
J. It Goal 10.
I. R. Goal 10. Encourage creative and innovative approaches to address present and future federal
and state guidelines regarding:
a. Senior Housing Opportunities.
b. Affordable Housing Opportunities.
c. Special Needs Housing Opportunities.
K. R. Goal 11.
1. R. Goal 11. The extraction of minerals and oil or gas resources should conserve the land and
minimize the impacts on residential development.
Sec.22-2-220. Planned unit development.
The Planned Unit Development(PUD),found in Chapter 27 of this Code,is intended as an alternative means
for development by allowing a departure from the standard land use regulations. A planned unit development is a
method used to review the subdivision as a unified and integrated development. The PUD process shall not be used
to circumvent or distort the goals,policies or requirements of this Chapter, Chapter 22, and Chapters 19, 23, 24, 26
and 27 of this Code. The objective of the PUD is to encourage flexibility and variety in development. Planned unit
developments can benefit County citizens by promoting more efficient use of land,greater provision of open-space and
improved aesthetics. The basic objectives of the PUD are to incorporate the best features of modern and integrated
design which encourages innovation, flexibility, variety and the efficient use of land while being compatible with
current regulations and the objectives of zoning laws. A PUD must provide for necessary services and amenities,and
should seek to preserve or enhance a site's unique natural as well as scenic characteristics and minimize the impact
on transportation facilities. To this end, the Planned Unit Development is considered the preferred method of
development,particularly for mixed use developments.
Sec.22-2-230. Planned unit development goals and policies.
is The following goals and policies are established for planned unit developments:
A. PUD.1. Goal.
1. PUD. Goal I. Maintain land use regulations that allow County officials to review development
proposals which combine uses by right in two(2)or more zone districts,or which in some manner qualify as a planned
unit development according to the definition set forth in Section 24-1-40 of this Code. In an effort to promote the PUD
process for development review,the County will cooperate with the development applicant to achieve the objectives
of the applicant while ensuring the proposal meets all health and safety needs;meets the intent of the zone district(s)
applicable to the land use proposed;meets the intent of the goals expressed in this section; and conforms to the Weld
County Comprehensive Plan.
/"• B. PUD.2. Goal.
1. PUD. Goal 2. Conversion of agricultural land to urban residential commercial and industrial uses
will be encouraged when the subject site is located inside of an approved intergovernmental agreement area, urban
growth boundary area, I-25 Mixed Use Development area,urban development nodes,or where adequate services are
available.This goal is intended to address conversion of agricultural land to minimize the incompatibilities that occur
between uses in the zoned agricultural district and other zoned districts that allow urban uses. In addition,this goal
is expected to contribute to minimizing the costs to County taxpayers of providing additional public service in rural
areas for uses that require services on an urban level.
C. PUD.3. Goals and policies.
1. PUD. Goal 3. Maintain land use regulations that allow County officials to review development
proposals which may combine uses by right in two(2) or more zone districts, or which in some manner qualify as a
planned unit development according to the definition set forth in Section 24-1-40 of this Code.
2. PUD. Policy 3.1. An application for a planned unit development within a municipality's urban
growth boundary area should be reviewed in accordance with the urban growth boundary and planned unit development
goals and policies:
3. PUD. Policy 3.2. An application for a planned unit development within or adjoining an
unincorporated community should be reviewed in accordance with the unincorporated community and planned unit
development goals and policies.
4. PUD. Policy 3.3. An application for a planned unit development in areas designated for agricultural
use should be reviewed in accordance with the agricultural and planned unit development goals and policies.
D. PUD.4. Goal and policies.
1. PUD.Goal 4. Encourage creative approaches to land development which will result in environments
of distinct identity and character.
2. PUD. Policy 4.1. Flexible design elements of a planned unit development should consider
compatibility with existing and planned uses on adjacent properties and within the planned unit development. Design
elements to be considered include, but are not limited to: general use, scale, density, architecture, distance between
buildings,building setbacks, building height, street design, traffic impacts, off-street parking, open space, privacy,
signage, screening and landscaping.
3. PUD. Policy 4.2. A planned unit development which includes a residential use should provide
common open space free of buildings,streets,driveways or parking areas. The common open space should be designed
and located to be easily accessible to all the residents of the project and usable for open space and recreation. Some
planned unit developments may not require common open space depending on their type, density, or other factors.
4. PUD. Policy 4.3. Conservation of natural site features such as topography, vegetation, and water
courses should be considered in the project design.
E. PUD. 5. Goal and policies.
1. PUD.Goal 5. Demonstrate that adequate facilities and public services are available to serve the PUD
or zone district.
2. PUD. Policy 5.1. Creative and innovative approaches to obtaining adequate facilities and public
services will be considered.
3. PUD. Policy 5.2. All new development should address the Transportation Section of this chapter.
Access to properties should preserve the existing or future function of roads and highways affected by the proposed
development. All development circulation systems should be designed so that it does not disrupt highway travel. The
traffic impact to the public road system of the proposed development shall conform to the standards established by the
Department of Public Works and the Colorado Department of Transportation. Dedication and improvement of roads
and frontage roads maybe required as a condition of development.
4. PUD. Policy 5.3. Creative and innovative approaches to internal road systems will be considered.
F. PUD.6. Goal and policies.
1. PUD. Goal 6. Promote efficient and cost-effective delivery of facilities and public services in the
PUD or district.
2. PUD. Policy 6.1. A proposed planned unit development or expansion of an existing planned unit
development should be subject to the following provisions or other adopted regulations by the Board of County
Commissioners:
a. PUD. Policy 6.1.1. Flexible design elements of a planned unit development should consider
compatibility with existing and planned uses on adjacent properties and within the planned unit development.Design
elements to be considered include,but are not limited to: general use, scale, density, architecture, distance between
buildings,building setbacks, building height, street design, traffic impacts, off-street parking, open space,privacy,
signage, screening and landscaping.
b. PUD. Policy 6.1.2. A planned unit development which includes a residential use should provide
common open space free of buildings,streets,driveways or parking areas. The common open space should be designed
and located to be easily accessible to all the residents of the project and usable for open space and recreation. Some
n planned unit developments may not require common open space depending on their type, style and density.
c. PUD.Policy 6.1.3. The developer should provide for perpetual maintenance of all commonly shared
land and facilities. The County should not bear the expense or responsibility of maintenance for any commonly shared
land or facilities within the planned unit development.
d. PUD. Policy 6.1.4. Conservation of natural site features such as topography,vegetation,and water
courses should be considered in the project design.
e. PUD. Policy 6.1.5. All new development should comply with the Transportation Section of
this chapter. Access to properties should preserve the existing or future function of roads and highways affected by
the proposed development. All development circulation systems should be designed so that it does not disrupt highway
travel. The traffic impact of the proposed development shall conform to the standards established by the Department
of Public Works and the Colorado Department of Transportation. Dedication and improvement of roads and frontage
roads may be required as a condition of development.
G. PUD.7. Goal and policies.
1. PUD. Goal 7. All new planned unit development should pay its own way.
2. PUD.Policy 7.1. Provide mechanisms whereby new PUD pays for the costs of infrastructure directly
related to the development.
3. PUD. Policy 7.2. Determination of the amount paid by new development for such additional costs
may include evaluation of indirect benefits such as sales and use taxes generated by residents; construction jobs and
the associated economic impacts;support of commercial and industrial operations that pay higher property taxes than
residential property;housing for the work force necessary to the economy; and other indirect benefits
H. PUD.8. Goal.
1. PUD. Goal 8. The extraction of minerals and oil and gas resources should conserve the land and
minimize the impact on Planned Unit Developments.
I. PUD.9. Goal and policies
1. PUD.Goal 9. Promote a quality environment which is free of unsightly materials,including but not
limited to, derelict vehicles,refuse and litter.
2. PUD. Policy 9.1. Property owners should demonstrate responsibility of ownership by minimizing
safety and health hazards resulting from,but not limited to,derelict structures,derelict vehicles and non-commercial
junkyards.
3. PUD. Policy 9.2. Develop programs for cleanup of derelict property,junk and weeds.
Sec.22-2-240. I-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Urban Development Nodes.
A. The Mixed Use Development Plan(MUD)and urban growth nodes are intended to provide a foundation to
enable the County and its citizens to make appropriate decisions regarding future development within a specified area.
Conservation of natural resources, development of quality communities, provision for regional services and
employment opportunities,and maintaining fiscal integrity are the key factors driving this type of development plan.
Mixed Use Development Plan Land Use Principals, such as the I-25 MUD and urban growth nodes,are based on five
central ideas and include: 1)Employment Center Development,2) Interconnection of Community,3)Consistent Land
Use Standards, 4) Appropriate Zoning Mixture, and 5) a Planned Transportation Network.
B. The land uses delineated in the Structural Land Use Map 2.1,the most recent copy of which is on file at the
Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning Services and Table 22.4, promotes appropriate levels of
facilities and services for the entire MUD area. These components are defined in Chapter 26, Article II Section 26-2-
20.C. of the Weld County Code.
C. The Urban Development Node is defined as:
1. A site location of concentrated urban development located along or adjacent to the intersection of
two(2)or more roads in the state highway system; or
2. A major concentration of development that requires appropriate infrastructure,well-designed and
managed road access and high visibility. The boundaries of these areas are identified as being located within a one-
quarter mile radius of two(2)or more roads in the state highway system. The development standards in these areas
are based upon the impacts which urban development will have on the landform,requiring the application of urban
use standards which are located in Chapter 23 of this Code. The urban development nodes are delineated on the Urban
Growth Boundaries Map,the most recent copy of which is on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the Department
of Planning Services.
3. Land Use Components are delineated on Structural Land Use Map 2.1,located in Appendix 22-H,
the most recent copy of which is on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning Services.
Sec.22-2-250. MUD Goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for mixed use developments:
A. MUD.1. Goal and policy.
1. MUD.Goal 1. To plan and to manage growth and to provide for ease of inclusion in the I-25 Mixed
/'"- Use Development area and urban development nodes so as to balance relevant fiscal, environmental, aesthetic and
economic components of the area.
2. MUD. Policy 1.1. An I-25 Mixed Use Development area and urban development nodes should be
established and delineated on the Structural Land Use Map.
B. MUD.2. Goal and policy.
1. MUD.Goal 2. To assure a well-integrated,balanced,transportation system which meets the public
need with maximum efficiency, comfort, safety and economy.
2. MUD. Policy 2.1. All proposals for commercial,industrial and residential development within the
I-25 Mixed Use Development area and urban development node overlaydistrict should use the PUD application process
and regulations. The PUD process will allow developers flexibility and variety needed to offer a range of products,
services and uses. It will also give the developer an opportunity to explain the development plans to surrounding land
owners and the County so that important information about land use compatibility and services, facilities or utilities
needed to serve the proposal are determined to be adequate.
C. MUD.3. Goal and policy.
1. MUD. Goal 3. To provide efficient and cost-effective delivery of adequate public facilities and
services which assure the health, safety and general welfare of the present and future residents of the County and the
area.
2. MUD. Policy 3.1. New development should avoid adverse impacts to surface and ground water
quality and should implement techniques to conserve such resources. All planned unit developments within the mixed
use development area shall use the sanitary sewage disposal facilities provided by the appropriate sanitation districts.
PUD water supply systems should be provided by a rural water district, company, association or municipality.
D. MUD.4. Goal and policy.
1. MUD. Goal 4. Facilities and infrastructure which are included in this area should be evaluated in
order to minimize discrepancies,promote a better understanding of growth dynamics in the area, avoid duplication
of services,provide economies of scale and ensure coordination ofmunicipal,county,regional,state,and other growth
policies and programs.
2. MUD. Policy 4.1. New development should consider compatibility with existing surrounding land
use in terms of general use,building height, scale, density, traffic, dust and noise.
E. MUD. 5. Goal and Policies.
1. MUD. Goal 5. All new development in the Mixed Use Development area and urban development
nodes should pay its own way.
2. MUD. Policy 5.1. Provides mechanisms whereby new development pays for the costs of
infrastructure directly related to the development.
3. MUD. Policy 5.2. Evaluation of the fiscal impacts ofnew development shall include indirect benefits
such as sales and use taxes generated by residents;construction jobs and the associated economic impacts; support of
commercial and industrial operations that pay higher property taxes than residential property;housing for the work
force necessary to the economy; and other indirect benefits.
F. MUD. 6. Goal.
1. MUD. Goal 6. The extraction of minerals and oil and gas resources should conserve the land and
minimize the impact on Planned Unit Developments.
G. MUD.7. Goal and policies.
1. MUD. Goal 7. Promote a quality environment which is free of unsightly materials, including but
not limited to, inoperable vehicles,refuse and litter.
2. MUD.Policy 7.1. Property owners should demonstrate responsibility of ownership by minimizing
safety and health hazards resulting from,but not limited to,derelict structures,derelict vehicles and non-commercial
junkyards.
3. MUD. Policy 7.2. Develop programs for cleanup of derelict property,junk and weeds.
ARTICLE III
Land Use Amenities
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Sec.22-3-10. Public facilities and services.
A. The effective and efficient delivery of adequate public services is one of the primary purposes and benefits of
effective land use planning.Public services are government services such as police and fire protection,health services
and welfare, and educational services and programs. Public facilities are physical structures and infrastructure such
as schools, libraries, roads, maintenance facilities, water distribution systems and sewage treatment facilities.
Municipal governments,county governments, special districts and private companies are capable of providing such
services and facilities.
B. Because of the expense and limited available finding,proper allocation of public facilities and services is
important. Revenue to support public services and facilities in unincorporated Weld County is usually generated by
levying property taxes and user fees.
C. The type,intensity and location of a land use proposal are factors that determine the type and level of services
and facilities required. Effective and efficient delivery of services and facilities can be promoted by assessing the needs
and impacts of a land use proposal,along with the existing and planned capabilities ofthe service and facility providers
at that location.
D. One basic objective of the County is to plan and coordinate a timely, orderly and efficient arrangement of
public facilities and services. In accomplishing this objective,municipalities are considered to be the principal provider
of services and facilities for urban uses.
E. Municipalities have the ability to coordinate the provision of adequate urban facilities and services under
powers granted by state statutes and the Constitution. The adopted urban growth boundary areas are the most logical
areas for urban development to occur. Municipalities are designed to accommodate concentrations of development and
are in a position to plan the expansion of existing facilities and services, as well as to coordinate the development of
new facilities and services.
F. Alternative facilities and service systems (for example Special Districts) may be used for urban type
development within the I-25 Mixed Use Development area,urban development nodes or urban growth boundary areas,
with certain restrictions. The alternative facility and service systems must comply with the standards set forth in this
Chapter and Chapters 23 and 24 of this Code. Systems that are proposed to be located within a municipality's urban
growth boundary area maybe required to develop in such a manner that they are compatible with the standards of the
municipality most likely to phase services into the area. They also may be required to meet state regulations and
standards.
G. In determining service and facility adequacy for a land use proposal,it is the policy of the County to consider
any evidence submitted by the representative of an entity responsible for providing such services or facilities. In
addition, the following minimum service and facility standards must be met in determining if public services and
facilities are adequate for residential, commercial and industrial development.
Sec.22-3-20. Fire protection.
A. Fire protection is a basic provision required for development activities in the County. While the County
encourages that where and whenever possible fire service providers should utilize the highest available equipment,
standards and services,the County realizes that often fire protection providers are volunteer rural fire districts with
limited service abilities and personnel. Therefore, the following standards have been developed for adequate fire
protection which will be considered as minimum unless more stringent standards such as fixed fire protection are
required to meet the specific demands of individual land uses.
1. A rural water system must have sufficient volume each day ofthe year to control and extinguish any
and all potential fires at the proposed development site or zone district.
2. Roads serving the development must have a surface that is sufficient to travel every day of the year
for the purpose of controlling and extinguishing any and all potential fires at the proposed development site or zone
district.
3. The water supply system serving the proposed development site or zone district must deliver a
minimum of five hundred(500)gallons per minute at twenty(20)pounds per square inch residual pressure for thirty
(30)minutes.
4. The initial travel time to arrival at location of a fire or emergency should be less than fifteen (15)
minutes from the time a call is received from the dispatch center providing service.
5. Anyproposed development or zone district for the purpose of development should be located within
a five-mile radius of a rural fire protection station.
6. The entity providing fire protection should have the ability to respond with a minimum of two(2)
firefighters per pumper.
7. Fire protection should be provided twenty-four(24)hours a day.
B. The intention of this Section is to provide a minimum level of protection against the destruction of life and
property from fire. The local jurisdiction having the authority to enforce their adopted fire code may have additional
requirements that are not listed.
C. Areas outside determined fire protection districts or those districts which have not adopted standards shall
demonstrate that fire protection is provided to the development as determined bythe appropriate fire protection district.
D. In an effort to conserve quality water resources, especially in outlying areas of low density development,
creative and innovative approaches to fire protection and prevention maybe considered as approved by the appropriate
fire district. For example: strategically locating fire hydrants for refill purposes along roadways, sprinkler systems,
on-site tank or reservoir water storage, etc.
Sec.22-3-30. Law enforcement.
A. Law enforcement should include those acts and duties of the Sheriff by state statutes and the Home Rule
Charter. These include,but are not limited to,the following:
1. Keeper of the County jail and prisoners therein;
2. Service and execution of all process, writs, precepts and other orders issued or made by lawful
authority directed to the Sheriff; and
3. Apprehending and securing any person for violation of state statutes and, when directed by the
Sheriff,this Code.
B. Law enforcement should include the provision of acts and duties required by the Sheriff when requested by
a citizen.
1. The sheriffis encouraged to develop formal agreements with other law enforcement agencies to make
certain all areas of the County have prompt response.
C. Law Enforcement is a basic provision required for development activities in the County. The County
encourages that where and when possible law enforcement provision should utilize the highest available equipment,
standards and services. The County realizes the geographic size of Weld County and will strive to provide a basic level
of law enforcement service with the abilities and personnel available.
Sec.22-3-40. Public facilities general requirements.
The following services and facilities must be determined adequate and in accordance with the requirements
set forth in this Chapter and Chapters 23 and 24 of this Code prior to the zoning of a parcel for development or the
development of an industrial, commercial,residential or planned unit development subdivision:
A. Availability of an adequate water system;
B. Availability of an adequate sewer system;
C. Availability of an adequate transportation system;
D. Availability of adequate fire protection;
E. Availability of adequate law enforcement;
F. Availability of adequate school facilities; and
G. Availability of adequate parks and open space.
Sec. 22-3-50. Public facility and service goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for public facilities and service:
A. P.1. Goal and policies.
1. P. Goal 1. Promote efficient and cost-effective delivery of public facilities and services.
2. P. Policy 1.1. Consolidation of public facilities or services and coordination between providers
should be encouraged to avoid duplication of costs and promote efficiency.
3. P. Policy 1.2. The county will encourage the development of cost effective transportation and
circulation systems by encouraging higher density uses in the area around existing municipalities, mixed use
development areas or activity centers. This will help ensure that maximum efficiency and use are derived from
investment in public facilities.
4. P. Policy 1.3. Any proposal for development or the creation of a zone district for the purpose of
development should not produce an undue burden on existing county facilities.
B. P.2. Goal and policies.
1. P. Goal 2. Require adequate facilities and services to assure the health, safety and general welfare
of the present and future residents of the County.
2. P. Policy 2.1. Development that requires urban services and facilities should be encouraged to
locate within a municipality, urban growth boundary area, I-25 Mixed Use Development area, urban development
nodes or where adequate services are available.
3. P. Policy 2.2. Development will be required to pay its proportional share of the local costs of
infrastructure improvements.
4. P. Policy 2.3. In evaluating a land use application,the County will consider both its physical and
fiscal impact on the local school and fire district. If it is found that the district involved will,as a result ofthe proposed
development,require additional facilities or incur costs requiring additional local revenues,the land use project will
be required to contribute funds to the district for the costs directly attributable to the project in accordance with the law.
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5. P. Policy 2.4. Multi jurisdictional coordination of services and facilities will be encouraged unless
it will lead to development that is not compatible with other County goals and policies.
Sec.22-3-60. Transportation.
A. The County's transportation system is intended to provide for the safe and efficient movement of people and
goods through the County. Maintenance of a good transportation system opens the door for economic viability. The
State and County road systems should provide a functionally integrated roadway network.
B. Recognizing that expansion ofurban/rural development and resulting higher traffic volumes and speeds are
/^ inevitable, agricultural operations must share the responsibility for safe highways by utilizing all safety precautions
available when entering and using the county road system. i.e. Escorts,warning lights, restricting use at night and
during periods of low visibility.
C. Established standards should guide the development of the transportation system throughout the
unincorporated areas of the County. The Roadway Classification Plan,the most recent copy of which is on file at the
Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning Services, identifies the roadway, railroad and airport
facilities in the County. Pedestrian, bicycle trails and scenic road byways are identified on the Recreational
Transportation Facilities Map.
D. The Roadway Classification Plan reflects the County's vision for the future. To maintain a reasonable
perspective of the County's transportation network, it is essential that updates to the Roadway Classification Plan be
made.The impact of major centers of employment or other significant land development activities could influence this
Roadway Classification Plan. For this reason, review of significant proposals for changes in land use should be
accompanied by a corresponding review of this Section. All roads shall adhere to the standards set forth in the most
current Roadway Classification Plan approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
E. In order to have an efficient transportation system,all jurisdictions should coordinate respective transportation
goals and policies.
Sec.22-3-70. Road classifications.
The County's road systems includes arterials, collectors and local roads. It generally serves travel of a
countywide nature rather than statewide. The County's road system constitutes routes where predominant travel
distances are shorter and speeds are more moderate than those typically associated with the state highway system. See
the most current Roadway Classification Plan approved by the Board of County Commissioners. For characteristics
of the classifications listed below,refer to the Roadway Classification Plan.
A. Arterial roads. Arterial roads provide for trip lengths and travel densities for substantial or countywide travel.
B. Collector roads. Collector roads expedite movement of traffic in the local area. Collectors serve a dual
r". function between mobility and land access by connecting local roads to arterials. Collector roads serve smaller
communities and neighborhoods.
C. Local roads. Local roads provide direct approaches to individual properties. A local road should move the
traffic from a developed area and lead it into a collector road. Local County roads are designed for lower speeds and
lower traffic volumes.
D. Road access. Some degree of access control should be included in the development of any road,particularly
a new facility where the likelihood of commercial development exists. The functional classification of any road should
be coordinated with the land use plan to ensure that the desired degree of access control can be maintained through
the provisions of Chapters 23,24 and the most current Roadway Classification Plan approved by the Board of County
Commissioners.
Sec.22-3-80. Pedestrian and bicycle paths.
A. The involvement of pedestrians and bicycles in traffic is a safety consideration in highway planning and
design. Pedestrians and bicyclists are a part of the roadway environment,and attention must be paid to their presence
in rural as well as urban areas.
B. The bicycle has become an important element for consideration in the highway design process. Fortunately,
it is practical for most of the mileage needed for bicycle travel to be comprised of the street and highway system much
as it presently exists. Paved shoulders and other appropriate design considerations can considerably enhance the safety
and capacity of routes for bicycle traffic. The existing street and highway system shall be utilized and off road paths
or trails should be encouraged.
C. Some municipalities within the County have identified specific pedestrian/bicycle trails. Counties and
municipalities adjoining the boundaries of the County have made similar provisions for pedestrian/bicycle paths. The
logical extension and development of these trails will eventually lead to increased pedestrian/bicycle activity.
Appropriate accommodations must be made on future road improvements to ensure safety. The identified bicycle trails
being promoted in the County are shown on the Recreational Facilities Map and in the most current Roadway
Classification Plan approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
Sec.22-3-90. Scenic road byways.
A. The Pawnee Buttes Scenic Byway represents the only scenic roadway designated within the County. The
scenic byway begins in Ault,routes east along Highway 14 then travels northward through the Pawnee Grasslands,
passing the Pawnee Buttes before turning south on Highway 52 and ending in Fort Morgan. This scenic byway is
identified on State Highway maps. Appropriate signs delineating the route are strategically located to keep the motorist
on the appropriate route. Through the Pawnee Grasslands, the trail Byway utilizes the existing gravel roads that are
regularly maintained by the County.
B. No other scenic byways are provided for in this Plan.
Sec. 22-3-100. Regional plans.
Federal and state legislation requires transportation planning. The County plays an active role in two (2)
organizations. The Upper Front Range and the North Front Range Transportation Planning Regions represent the
diverse urban and rural nature of the County. Each of these planning organizations has developed a plan for the future
growth of the region. To provide for the logical growth of the region, the County should coordinate with these
planning organizations and other regional planning organizations having contiguous borders with, or impacting,the
County.
Sec. 22-3-110. U.S.85 corridor.
A. U.S. Highway 85 between Wyoming and the Denver Metropolitan Area is a vital corridor providing a
transportation link serving all of Weld County.
B. With this in mind,the Colorado Department of Transportation has completed the U.S.Highway 85 Corridor
Study to address the ability of the corridor to efficiently move traffic. The Upper Front Range Regional Planning
Commission has recommended the implementation of an Access Management Plan which is incorporated in an
agreement between all governmental agencies in Weld and Adams Counties that have authority over land use along
the U.S. Highway 85 corridor.
C. The Comprehensive Plan contained in this Chapter recognizes the importance of preserving the efficiency
of the U.S. Highway 85 corridor and encourages the cooperation of all interested parties.
Sec.22-3-120. Air transportation.
A. The Greeley-Weld County Airport is located two and one-half(21/2)miles east of the City of Greeley,on the
north side of Colorado Highway 263,between County Roads 43 and 47. The Airport has been in operation since 1943
and provides the City and County with convenient access to general aviation facilities,particularly business aviation.
The Greeley-Weld County Airport is the third busiest general aviation airport in the State,routinely accommodating
in excess ofone hundred sixty thousand(160,000)operations(takeoffs and landings)per year. The Airport is classified
as a general utility airport,capable of accommodating all types of general aviation aircraft.
B. An Obstruction and Approach Overlay District Zone has been established to address incompatible building
height. Reference should be made to the Greeley/Weld County Airport Master Plan regarding other issues of
incompatibility.
C. Airport site development and operations compatibility between the Airport and surrounding land uses are
important land use and zoning issues, and necessitate continuous planning to avoid conflicts. Noise-sensitive areas,
such as residential developments, certain uses and structures have traditionally caused conflicts with established
activities at most airports,and can pose a hazard to aircraft. To alleviate this problem,an Airport Overlay District has
been established.
D. The Tri-County Airport is a small general utility airport/airpark located in southwest Weld County,north of
Colorado Highway 7 and west of County Road 3. The Tri-County Airport serves light single-and twin-engine aircraft
in Weld, Boulder and Adams counties,conducting approximately fifty thousand(50,000)annual aircraft operations.
E. There are several smaller private-use airports throughout the County. These airports serve personal needs
and are generally simple dirt landing strips. Typical uses of these landing strips are generated by agricultural spraying
and light engine recreational uses,for example. The location and use of these smaller airports are determined by need
and evaluated on a site-specific basis.
Sec.22-3-130. Rail transportation.
A. The Burlington Northern Santa Fe(BNSF)operates an east/west main line through southeast Weld County,
connecting Denver with major Midwestern markets. This line averages twenty-five(25)train movements per day
through the County. BNSF also operates an unsignaled,slow speed,twenty-five-mile-long branch line between Greeley
and Fort Collins with a total train movement of one(1)per day.
B. The Union Pacific (UPRR) operates a north/south single track mainline with centralized traffic control
between Denver and Cheyenne. This corridor could support a passenger operation. UPRR operates fifteen(15)trains
per day on its main line. UPRR operates two to four(2-4)trains on its east to west line between LaSalle and Fort
Collins.
C. The Great Western Railway(GWRR)operates freight service from Loveland and Windsor to Johnstown and
Milliken, with branches to Longmont and Eaton. Freight consists of coal, fertilizer, corn products and other
agricultural products.
D. A potential for conflict exists between railroad lines and other land uses within urban growth boundaries and
the I-25 Mixed Use Development area. Municipal type uses and services are planned for both of these areas which will
increase auto and pedestrian traffic, and the number of noise-sensitive uses. Potential conflicts could be avoided by
signalizing or separating crossing points for trains from other vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and separating noise-
sensitive uses by distance or utilizing noise abatement techniques.
E. At present, the County's role in rail transportation is limited to land use considerations through the
administration of Chapter 23 of this Code. The primary regulatory agencies are located at the federal and state levels.
F. Weld County encourages the preservation of rail corridors for future transportation uses. These corridors are
outlined in the North Front Range Transportation Alternatives Feasibility Study.
Sec.22-3-140. Transportation goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for transportation:
A. T.1. Goal and policy.
1. T. Goal 1. Provide a unified and coordinated countywide street and highway system which moves
people and goods in a safe economical and efficient manner.
2. T.Policy 1.1. The County should maintain a road classification system so County roads are designed
and maintained according to their planned function.
B. T.2. Goal and policies.
1. T. Goal 2. A Countywide trail system should be promoted to service transportation and recreation
purposes.
2. T Policy 2.1. County subdivisions should consider internal trail systems if appropriate.
3. T. Policy 2.2. County subdivisions should consider providing links to regional trail systems.
C. T.3. Goal and policy.
1. T. Goal 3. The design of roads, streets and highways should be made in consideration to the
accommodation of adjacent land uses.
2. T.Policy 3.1. Establish policy standards for the regulation of accesses to streets and highways from
adjacent land uses and intersecting roads.
D. T.4. Goal and policies.
1. T. Goal 4. Provide a balanced approach to transportation system development, giving due
consideration to all modes of travel.
2. T.Policy 4.1. The County will plan and maintain a transportation system that unifies and coordinates
with other state, county, city and community transportation systems.
3. T. Policy 4.2. The number of access points on collector and arterial roads should be kept to a
minimum in order to minimize interruptions to traffic flow and to promote safety to the traveling public.
4. T. Policy 4.3. The County should review and determine that all road,street or highway facilities are
adequate in width, structural capacity and classification to meet the traffic demands of any land development. The
County will, as a condition of land development, require improvement of roads, streets or highway facilities in
proportion to their respective impacts when dictated by traffic demand and land development patterns.
5. T.Policy4.4. All road,street and highway facilities should be developed,constructed and paved in
accordance with adopted County Standards. Road,street and highway rights-of-way shall be dedicated to the public
use and accepted for maintenance in accordance with adopted County Standards.
6. T.Policy 4.5. The County should emphasize maintenance and upgrading of existing transportation
facilities over the provision of new facilities in order to protect its investment. All new County roads, streets and
transportation facilities should be designed o minimize future maintenance costs.
E. T.5. Goal and policies.
1. T. Goal 5. A Roadway Improvement Plan and Road Impact Fee Study may be performed by the
county to identify Road Capital Improvements required to maintain an adequate Level of Service(LOS)in a specified
area.
2. T. Policy 5.1. The intent of the Roadway Improvement Plan and Road Impact Fee Study in a
specified area is to assess the need for capacity expansion and subsequently impose road impact fees within a specified
area to assure that new development contributes its proportionate share of the costs of providing,and benefits from the
provision of,Road Capital Improvements identified as needed to be built in the Road Capital Improvements Plan(CIP).
3. T. Policy 5.2. It is the objective of the Weld County Board of County Commissioners and the
governing bodies of participating entities to make the most efficient use of their powers by jointly implementing
planning,zoning and subdivision requirements for the provision of road capital improvements for the specified area
to maintain an adopted Level of Service.
Sec. 22-3-150. Tourism Goal.
The following goal is established for tourism.
A. TR Goal 1.
1. TR Goal 1. he county shall recognize the importance of tourism and recreation to local,regional
and agricultural economies (for example: Corn Mazes, County Fairs, Farm Implement Museums, etc.) and shall
encourage the provision of urban and non-urban services and facilities necessary for the continuation and expansion
of these activities, consistent with other goals and policies of the Weld County Comprehensive Plan.
ARTICLE IV
Environmental Resources.
Sec.22-4-10. Purpose.
The condition of the environment has been of increasing concern for the residents of the entire nation and the
County. Erosion, sedimentation, reduced water quality, loss of productive farmland and reduced fish and wildlife
habitats are a few of the problems which are facing County citizens. Environmental quality is inextricably tied to
quality of life and enjoyment of property. In order to preserve a healthy and positive quality of life for County citizens,
the following principles should be considered in all land use issues:
A. Impacts from proposed land uses on air,water, waste, noise and public health should be considered. Any
environmental degradation from development should be reduced or eliminated in order to prevent harm to life,health
and property.
B. Agricultural land is a limited resource of economic value and should be protected from adverse environmental
impacts.
C. The County shall encourage and promote coordination and cooperation between federal, state and local
governmental entities charged with making decisions which may have environmental impacts on land uses
and residents in the County.
Sec.22-4-20. Water quality.
A. The County is a semi-arid region with a water system including aquifers, canals and reservoirs. Over the
years,there has been a large investment in facilities to collect and store water from the mountain snows and distribute
it to the plains where it can be used beneficially.
B. The development of water resources has assisted agriculture,industry, commerce, cities and towns.
C. The Water Quality Control Commission,a citizen board appointed by the Governor,subject to confirmation
by the State Senate, defines water quality regulation and policies in Colorado. The Colorado Department of Public
Health and Environment administers the Water Quality Program throughout the State.
D. As part of the Larimer-Weld Region, Area wide Water Quality Management Plan, Weld County has been
identified as the responsible management agency for all areas in the County outside the urban service areas. As a
management agency, the County has a responsibility to exercise land use authority based on water quality
considerations. This responsibility is partly fulfilled by evaluating water quality considerations associated with land
use proposals in accordance with the standards set forth in this Chapter and Chapters 23 and 24 of this Code.
Sec.22-4-30. Water goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for water:
A. WA.1. Goal and policies.
1. WA. Goal 1. County residents are encouraged to conserve water.
2. WA. Policy 1.1. Landscaping using low water use plants and water conservation techniques are
encouraged.
3. WA.Policy 1.2. Application for new development should include provisions for adequatelyhandling
drainage and for controlling surface erosion or sedimentation within the site itself.
4. WA. Policy 1.3. Applications for new development should consider dual water systems that
incorporate separate potable and non-potable water.
B. WA.2. Goal and policies.
1. WA.Goal 2. The Countywill strive to maintain Federal Drinking Water Standards in aquifers which
provide drinking water for domestic and public use.
2. WA. Policy 2.1. As conditions warrant, applicants proposing unsewered divisions of land or
development shall evaluate the impacts on groundwater quality.
3. WA.Policy2.2. Applications for new development shall consider the installation and maintenance
of managed and advance treatment septic systems to prevent potential groundwater pollution.
4. WA. Policy 2.3. Whenever feasible, the County encourages the incorporation of community
sewerage.
C. WA.3. Goal and policies.
1. WA.Goal 3. The County will strive to maintain and protect water supply conveyances adequate to
sustain agricultural land.
2. WA.Policy 3.1. The County recognizes water rights as private property but encourages the retention
of water rights on agricultural property.
3. WA. Policy 3.2. The County will favor applications that return water to a abandoned agricultural
/0", land for productive agricultural use.
D. WA.4. Goal and policies.
1. WA. Goal 4. The County will strive to maintain the quality of all water bodies as outlined in the
State and Federal Water Quality Standards.
2. WA.Policy 4.1. Stormwater collection and treatment should be considered for all development. The
developer will be required to employ best management practices in the design of all stormwater facilities.
3. WA.Policy 4.2. Irrigation ditches shall not be used as outfall points,unless it is shown to be without
reasonable hazard and/or the ditch company provides written acceptance of the stormwater.
4. WA. Policy 4.3. The developer shall incorporate all Floodplain Management programs and the
Master Drainage Plan into the new development plans. The County adopted the South Weld 1-25 Corridor Master
Drainage Plan in November of 1999 and all stormwater designs within the Tri-Town and Godding drainage basins
shall meet the technical criteria of this report.
5. WA. Policy 4.4. The County encourages an overall water shed approach to water quality
management issues.
6. WA.Policy 4.5. Animal feeding and dairy operations shall comply with all applicable County, State,
and Federal rules and regulations.
E. WA. 5. Goal and Policy.
1. WA.Goal 5. Development will occur in areas where adequate water quantity and quality is available.
2. WA.Policy 5.1. Policy Applications for proposed development will assess available water quantity
and quality.
Sec.22-4-40. Air.
A. State Air Quality Regulations and Policies are defined bythe Air Quality Control Commission,a citizen board
appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the State Senate. The Air Pollution Control Division of the
Colorado Department of Health administers the Air Pollution Control Program throughout the State on a regional basis
with local governments and local health agencies.
B. The County is committed to maintaining compliance with all national air quality standards for criteria and
hazardous pollutants.
C. In addition to emissions of criteria and hazardous pollutants,the County is concerned with nuisance emissions
of odor and dust. The County will encourage development to occur in a manner that minimizes these impacts.
Sec. 22-4-50. Air goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for air:
A. A.1. Goal and policies
1. A.Goal 1. Maintain National Air Quality Standards and,where practicable,improve air quality in
the County.
2. A. Policy 1.1. If applicable, land use applications will demonstrate future impacts on current air
quality.
3. A. Policy 1.2. Land use applications will be evaluated by the Department of Public Health and
Environment for compliance with federal, state, and county statutes,regulations and ordinances.
4. A. Policy 1.3. Weld County encourages the use and development of alternative fuels, alternatively
fueled vehicles, and modes of transportation that reduce pollutants.
5. A. Policy 1.4. Weld County encourages innovative and creative approaches to alternative energy
sources.
6. A. Policy 1.5. Open burning is discouraged except for the established practice of"agricultural
burning" such as to clear irrigation ditches and fields for farming operations.
Sec.22-4-60. Noise.
Noise is a source of environmental pollution. Exposure to excessive noise levels over prolonged periods can
be a threat to public health. Statutory noise standards have been established for areas where commercial,industrial
and residential uses are located.
Sec.22-4-70. Noise goals and policies.
The following N.1 goals and policies are established for noise:
A. N.1. Goal and policies.
1. N. Goal 1. Minimize the impact of noise on County residents.
2. N. Policy 1.1. Land use applications will be evaluated by the Department of Public Health and
Environment for compliance with federal, state and county statutes,regulations and ordinances.
3. N.Policy 1.2. The Department°Public Health and Environment will prescribe noise level standards
/^ for land use applications when appropriate.
Sec.22-4-80. Waste.
A. If managed carefully,waste can have a positive economic and environmental benefits. Energy production,
and recycling and resource conservation are examples of positive benefits. However, if improperly managed, waste
can impinge upon the public's health and environment while contributing to nuisance issues(rodents, odors, etc.).
B. The County encourages waste diversion and resource recoveryftom the waste stream. Personal responsibility,
"buy recycled"policies and the appropriate use of compost are suggested as stimulus for resource recovery.
C. Waste is both an important part of our local environment and the economy. The County strives to ensure that:
1. Waste should be handled in a manner that protects human health and the environment both now and
in the future.
2. The availability of quality waste management options, at a reasonable price, exists for County
residents both now and in the future.
D. Waste is divided into six(6) subsections as follows:
1. Transfers,processing and diversion.
2. Final disposal.
3. Exploration and production waste.
4. Biosolids and Septage.
5. Hazardous waste.
6. Agricultural Wastes.
Sec.22-4-90. Transfer, processing and diversion.
Important components ofwaste management include the transfer,processing and diversion of wastes.Transfer
refers to the movement of waste from the generator to other components of the waste management process. Processing
refers to the conversion of generated waste to reusable forms or to a more safe or efficient form for final disposal.
Diversion refers to the removal and reuse of waste through recycling or other means.
Sec. 22-4-100. Transfer,processing and diversion goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for transfer,processing and diversion:
A. TPD.1. Goal and policies:
1. TPD. Goal 1. The County expects its businesses, residents and landowners to prevent negative
impacts on human health and the environment from waste processing or disposal.
2. TPD.Policy 1.1. Land use applications will be required to characterize the waste stream associated
with the proposed land use.
3. TPD.Policy 1.2. The applicant shall submit a plan to manage waste that is consistent with federal,
state and county statutes,regulations and ordinances.
B. TPD.2 Goal and policy:
1. TPD. Goal 2. All facilities in the County which handle,collect or process waste will maintain an
active role in solid waste management resource recovery of such waste.
2. TPD.Policy 2.1. The County encourages haulers and collectors of waste to provide composting and
recycling options for customers.
Sec.22-4-110. Final disposal.
Final disposal is the ultimate management option for waste which cannot be diverted through other options.
The County wants to ensure that all final disposal of waste is done in a manner protective of public health and the
environment.
Sec.22-4-120. Final disposal goals and policies.
The following F.1 goal and policies are established for final disposal:
A. F.1. Goal and policies.
1. F. Goal 1. All final disposal facilities in the County will locate, develop and operate in a manner
that minimizes interference with other agricultural uses,rural settlement patterns and existing residential communities.
2. F.Policy 1.1. The County shall collect surcharges from final disposal facilities which cover waste-
monitoring tasks performed by staff,road maintenance,litter pick-up,public education,household hazardous waste
collection or other costs identified by the Board of County Commissioners.
3. F.Policy 1.2. Compatibility with existing and future land uses(identified at the time of application)
must be demonstrated in terms of including but not limited to visual impact,pollution prevention,pollution control,
traffic,dust,noise,land use scale and density,infrastructure,topographic form geology, operating plans,closure and
reclamation plans, and buffer zones. Land use incompatibility may become an issue and may require additional
mitigation if determined that the final disposal facility site is causing negative environmental impacts.
4. F.Policy 1.3. Appropriate infrastructure,which provides adequate access to final disposal facilities,
is required for approval.
5. F.Policy 1.4. Applications submitted for final disposal facilities will be evaluated by the Department
of Public Health and Environment for compliance with federal,state and county statutes,regulations and ordinances.
Applicants must demonstrate adequacy of access roads, grades, leachate and drainage control, liners, fencing, site
improvements,reclamation plans,general operations, service area,permitted capacity or air space,buffer zones and
other appropriate requirements.
6. F.Policy 1.5. The County may require new final disposal facility applicants to demonstrate that
resource recovery and recycling programs have been adequately studied as an alternative or component
Sec.22-4-130. Exploration and production waste.
A. A large amount of water is extracted during the production of crude oil and natural gas. The waste water
produced from exploration and production (E& P) waste is frequently brackish or salty and must be processed and
disposed of in a satisfactory manner to protect both human and environmental health.
B. The County shall monitor and report violations of state odor regulations and groundwater impacts at E&P
waste surface impoundment facilities.
C. Ground water contamination must be prevented by following state regulations for cementing wells,including
injection wells,to prevent commingling of water, oil, and gas into other formations.
Sec.22-4-140. Exploration and production goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for exploration and production:
A. EP.1. Goal and policy:
1. EP.Goal 1. The County encourages the minimization and requires the safe disposal of E&P waste.
2. EP. Policy 1.1. Due to the level of impact from and increasing public concern about surface
impoundments, other alternatives for disposal shall be considered.
B. EP.2. Goal and policies:
1. EP.Goal 2. E &P waste facilities shall be planned, located, designed and operated to encourage
compatibility with surrounding land uses in terms of,but not limited to general use, scale,height, traffic,dust,noise
and visual pollution.
2. EP.Policy 2.1. In reviewing the operational and reclamation plans for solid and brine waste disposal
facilities,the County shall impose such conditions as necessary to minimize or eliminate the potential adverse impact
of the operation on surrounding properties and wildlife resources.
3. EP. Policy 2.2. All applicable land use applications will be reviewed by the Department of Public
Health and Enviromnent for compatibility with federal, state and county statutes,regulations and ordinances.
Sec.22-4-150. Biosolids and septage.
Like other wastes, biosolids and septage waste can have negative impacts on human health and the
environment. Improper disposal of biosolids and application of septage waste can lead to health problems and also
nuisance issues. At the same time, these wastes are important resources to an agricultural community as soil
enhancements and fertilizers,when properly applied.
Sec.22-4-160. Biosolids and septage goals and policies.
The following S.1 goals and policies are established for biosolids and septage:
A. 5.1. Goal and Policies
1. S.Goal 1. Biosolids and septage should be applied,handled and processed in a manner that prevents
groundwater contamination and minimizes nuisance conditions.
2. S.Policy 1.1. All biosolids and septage land application permits will be reviewed by the Department
of Public Health and Environment for compatibility with the County Code.
3. S. Policy 1.2. Weld County requires the appropriate land application for disposal of biosolids and
septage
Sec.22-4-170. Hazardous waste.
Hazardous waste can pose unacceptable levels of risk to human health and the environment. Improperly
managed hazardous waste has led to public health disasters around the world. In addition, Household Hazardous
Waste(HHW)such as paints,are unregulated,but nonetheless can pose an unacceptable level of risk. Therefore,HHW
should be diverted from landfills. The County has a HEW program which provides alternative handling methods for
County residents.
Sec.22-4-180. Hazardous waste goals and policies.
The following H.1 goal and policies are established for hazardous waste:
A. H.1. Goal and policies
1. H. Goal 1. The County encourages the minimization and careful collection of hazardous waste.
Further, the County requires the proper disposal of hazardous components,products and waste.
2. H.Policy 1.1. All County producers of regulated hazardous waste and users of regulated hazardous
materials will comply with federal, state and county statutes, regulations and ordinances regarding use, reporting,
storage and disposal of regulated hazardous waste or products.
3. H. Policy 1.2. Because of the risk of permanent damage to life, health and the environment,
permanent and final regulated hazardous waste disposal facilities shall be discouraged in the County.
4. H Policy 1.3. The county shall maintain its Household Hazardous Waste(HHW)Program..
Sect.22-4-190. Agricultural waste.
A by-product of being one of the country's largest producers of agricultural products is the generation of a
large amount of agricultural waste. Agricultural wastes result from the raising of crops or animals,including animal
manures,that are returned to the soils as fertilizer or soil conditioners. Improperly managed agricultural wastes can
impact public health. Agricultural wastes must be managed and processed appropriately to protect human and
environmental health.
Sect. 22-4-200. Agricultural waste goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for agricultural waste:
A. AW.1 Goal and policies.
1. AW.Goal 1.Human and environmental health impacts from agricultural wastes will be minimized
by appropriate handling, storage, and processing practices.
2. AW. Policy 1.1. Weld County encourages the composting of agricultural wastes.
3. AW.Policy 1.2. Weld County encourages the incorporation of"Best Management Practices"when
managing agricultural wastes.
ARTICLE V
Natural Resources
Sec.22-5-10.Purpose.
A. Because natural resources are limited,it is critical that a balance be obtained increased growth and the natural
areas within the County. Each land use change effects the environment which may produce undesirable results.
Erosion sedimentation,reduced water quality, loss of productive farmland and reduced fish and wildlife habitat are
a few of the problems facing Weld County.
B. Natural resources are both limited and interdependent. The misuse of any natural resource may result in
environmental degradation or destruction In order to meet the goals and policies identified in this Section,officials
of the County, as well as each citizen, should take an active role in conserving and preserving natural resources and
the environment. The primary elements which follow should be evaluated in the review of County land use
applications. However,this does not mean that these are the only environmental quality and natural resource problems
in the County. Rather, the following sections have been dealt with in depth because of the importance they have on
the natural environment,and the quality of our lives. These sections do not attempt to encompass every natural issue,
instead they attempt to address The major current areas of importance are: wildlife;open space park and recreation;
general resources; commercial and mineral deposit resources; and oil and gas resources.
Sec.22-5-20.Wildlife.
The abundance of wildlife in the County is an important contributor to the economic health and qualityoflife
in the County. The acquisition of properties to provide public hunting and fishing and watchable wildlife
opportunities,has long been an important part of the Colorado Division of Wildlife's management program. As an
added emphasis on the importance of these lands, private groups also lease several of these sites for recreational
activities such as fishing,hunting, shooting sports and boating. Maintaining wildlife habitats in sufficient supply is
/'• necessaryto encourage the social and economic benefit the County receives from this resource. Map 5,Wildlife Areas
—Existing,the most recent copy of which is on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the Department of Planning
Services, shows most of the important wildlife habitat areas in the County. It should be noted that the important
wildlife areas are often closely associated with important water supply and aquifer recharge areas.
Sec.22-5-30.Wildlife goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for wildlife:
A. W.1. Goal and policies.
1. W.Goal 1. New development should be located and designed to conserve critical ecosystem
components,including wetlands,significant wildlife habitats and migration corridors. Significant wildlife habitat is
defined as a geographical area containing existing or migrating wildlife and a combination of the essential elements
of food, water, cover and space in quantities sufficient to support a species.
2. W.Policy 1.1.Development and design of land uses which require drainage, excessive removal of
riparian vegetation and alterations of river or stream banks shall be discouraged in order to protect river or stream
quality and to protect key wildlife habitat.
3. W.Policy 1.2. Conflicts with fish and wildlife habitats and migration routes shall be considered in
land development. Developments adjacent to rivers and streams, waterfowl areas and important or critical wildlife
areas should incorporate reduced densities, adequate setbacks and buffered areas
4. W.Policy 1.3. The County will identify and attempt to protect critical or unique habitat areas ofhigh
public value, such as habitats of endangered or unique species, significant viewing areas and breeding and spawning
areas.
B. W.2. Goal and policies.
1. W.Goal 2. Traditional wildlife uses such as hunting, trapping and fishing in agricultural and
nondeveloped portions of the County are beneficial. The County supports the maintenance of these wildlife uses. An
authorized hunting and trapping clause is incorporated in the Right to Farm statement
2. W.Policy2.1.The effect ofproposed development upon wildlife and habitat should be evaluated. Loss
of significant habitat should be mitigated. The County will maintain maps of known significant wildlife habitats.
3. W.Policy 2.2. The integrity of movement in wildlife corridors should be conserved.
4. W.Policy 2.2. Destruction ofwetlands or riparian areas will be strongly discouraged.and mitigation
for loss of wetlands and riparian habitat will be encouraged.
Sec. 22-5-40.Open space,parks and recreation.
A. Open space is essentially unimproved and set aside, dedicated, designated, or reserved for public or private
use, or for the use and enjoyment of its owners or occupants. Privately owned lands are not guaranteed to remain
traditional unimproved lands,but can be converted by the individual land owner to other uses through the appropriate
land use process.
B. Park facilities and recreational programs in the County are planned and operated by the Federal Government,
State Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation, municipalities, schools and recreational districts. The County
currently operates one(1) small regional park near the City of Greeley, is considering developing other open space
opportunities throughout the County, and encourages the use of the Pawnee National Grasslands and Crow Valley
Recreational Area.
C. The County contracts with the City of Greeley to manage the Island Grove Regional Park which is composed
of several 4-H buildings,an exhibition building,the Weld County Fair Grounds and Stadium and other supplemental
buildings. These facilities are located partly within the City of Greeley and partly within unincorporated Weld County.
D. Special attention has been directed toward encouraging parks,trails and recreational facilities of varying size
and function along rivers,creeks, streambeds and native national grasslands.
E. The central theme of the County's open space goals and policies is to the adoption of goals and policies which
can minimize conflict between areas for open space and urban development. The open space and natural resource
management goals and policies found in Section 22-5-50 below currently function as the only open space plan for
unincorporated Weld County. Each municipality within the County has been asked to include an open space vision
of lands, into their urban growth boundary agreements.
F. The County has not historically been involved in land acquisition for open space or parks. The Great
Outdoors Colorado Trust Fund and several other funding opportunities in the State are making acquisition and
maintenance of open space far more feasible for county governments. The County is currently addressing the need to
provide open space opportunities for residents of the County and hopes to produce a regionally influenced open space
plan for the County.
Sec.22-5-50.Open space,parks and recreation goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for open space,parks and recreation:
A. O.1. Goal and policies.
1. O.Goal 1. Promote the location of park,recreation and open space areas in floodplain,seep areas,
wetlands,geological fault areas and nonproductive agricultural areas.
2. O. Policy 1.1.Encourage agricultural use of productive agricultural land.
3. O. Policy 1.2.Encourage uses such as open space,agriculture,parks,recreation,gravel mining and
other related activities in flood plains, seep areas,wetlands, geological fault areas, and other areas having natural
features of public interest.
B. O.2. Goal.
1. O.Goal 2. The County will cooperate with local, state and federal agencies to identify, conserve,
protect, or enhance critical fish and wildlife habitat by attempting to implement measures for the protection or
enhancement of such areas.
C. O.3. Goal.
1. O.Goal 3. Land use activity should preserve, enhance and maintain significant or unique natural
land features.
D. O.4. Goal and policy.
I. O.Goal 4. Development improvements should minimize visual scarring from grading,road cuts and
other site disturbances and should integrate new landscaping with the existing natural landscape.
2. O. Policy 4.1.Stabilization and landscaping of final landforms shall be required and runoIrcontrolled
to historic levels and continuous maintenance of new landscaping should be assured.
E. O.5. Goal and policies.
1. O.Goal 5. The County will strive to conserve significant stands of trees and shrubs, large expanses
of prairie grasses and unique forms of vegetation and land area.
2. O. Policy 5.1.The County will strive to conserve significant stands of trees and shrubs and unique
forms of vegetation.
3. O. Policy 5.2.Significant stands of healthy vegetation shall be identified during the land review
process. Critical stands should be preserved whenever possible. Improvements should be located to minimize the
removal of vegetation.
4. O. Policy 5.3.Compatible, drought-tolerant landscaping should be encouraged in all land use
proposals.
5. O. Policy 5.4.Drainage channels should be designed to incorporate natural vegetation and be
constructed to conform to the natural landscape; channelization of natural drainage ways is strongly discouraged.
F. O.6. Goal and policy.
1. O.Goa16. The Countyshall encourage the eradication of noxious weeds in an environmentally sound
manner, in compliance with state laws.
2. O. Policy 6.1 The County will maintain a public education program regarding the eradication of
noxious weeds.
G. O.7. Goal and policy.
1. O.Goal 7. Provision should be made for open space in order to enhance the quality of life and
enjoyment of the environment.
2. O. Policy 7.1.When open space is not available,mitigation should be encouraged as an alternative.
H. O.8. Goal .
1. O.Goal 8.Adequate parks and recreation facilities should be encouraged throughout the County and
should be interconnected whenever suitable.
I. O.9. Goal and policy.
I. O.Goal 9.Public open space should be promoted as a means for protecting from development those
areas which have significant environmental, scenic or cultural value.
2. O. Policy 9.1Compensation for the acquisition of privately owned land for public open space will
be required.
J. O.10. Goal and policy.
1. O.Goal l 0.The private sector,non-County agencies and other governmental jurisdictions should be
encouraged to participate in open space preservation and trails development in the County.
2. O. Policy 10.1.Development of trails should avoid negative impacts to critical wildlife habitat.
K. O.11. Goal.
1. O.Goal 11.Open space within a development should be connected to existing adjacent open space.
Sec.22-5-60.General resources.
In this Plan,general resources has been divided into two(2)subcategories: Commercial/Mineral Resources
which cover those minerals under Title 34, and oil and gas minerals detailing oil and gas production in the County.
Sec.22-5-70.Commercial and mineral resources.
A. This Section has been developed in conformance with Tide 34,Article 1, Section 304, C.R.S. This Chapter
is intended to provide appropriate goals and policies to utilize the County's mineral resources, ensuring that adverse
environmental effects resulting from surface mining operations are minimized. The County recognizes that mineral
resource extraction is an essential industry. The availability and cost of materials such as sand and gravel have an
economic affect on the general construction and highway construction industry.
B. In some instances,sites containing significant quantities ofmineral deposits are located in areas characterized
by other land uses and natural resources. Because the uncontrolled operation of a mine site has the potential for
adversely affecting surrounding land uses,roads,residents and the environment, a specialized use by special review
permit is required in accordance with Chapter 23 of this Code.
C. As of 1987, the mineral resources known to be located in the County include sand and gravel, coal and
uranium. The maps,the most recent copies of which are on file at the Clerk to the Board's office and the Department
of Planning Services, illustrate the wide distribution of minerals within the County. These mineral deposits vary
greatly in quantity and quality.
D. Most of the high-quality sand and gravel deposits in the County are found along major drainage,either under
the flood plains or in adjacent stream terraces. Some lower quality deposits are found in older alluvial deposits.
Aeonian sand deposits can be found in some upland areas. A major portion of the County is underlain with coal. This
coal forms a portion of the Boulder-Weld field, which is included in the Denver Basin coal region. Portions of the
County, north of Colorado State Highway 14, have been tested and have shown occurrences of uranium deposits.
Currently, there are no producing uranium mine sites in the County.
Sec.22-S-80.Commercial and mineral resource deposits goals and policies.
The following goals and policies are established for commercial and mineral resource deposits:
A. CM.1. Goal and policy.
1. CM.Goal 1. Conserve lands which provide valuable natural mineral deposits for potential future use
in accordance with state law.
2. CM.Policy 1. Access to future mineral resource development areas should be considered in all land
use decisions in accordance with state law. No County governmental authority which has control over zoning shall,
by zoning,rezoning,granting a variance or other official action or inaction permit the use of any area known to contain
a commercial mineral deposit in a manner which would interfere with the present or future extraction of such deposit
by an extractor.
B. CM.2. Goal and policy.
1. CM.Goal 2. Promote the reasonable and orderly development of mineral resources.
2. CM.Policy 2. The operation of a mine site in unincorporated Weld County shall be subject to
obtaining a specialized use by special review permit in accordance with Chapter 23 of this Code.
C. CM.3. Goal and policy.
1. CM.Goal 3. Minimize the impacts of surface mining activities on surrounding land uses,roads and
highways.
2. CM.Policy 3.1An application for a mine site located within the County, should be reviewed in
accordance with the goals and policies of the area in which the application is located.
3. CM. Policy 3.2.An application for a mine site will be reviewed in consideration of the cumulative
impacts of the mining activity on surrounding land use and County infrastructure.
D. CM.4. Goal and policies.
1. CM.Goal 4. Minimize hazardous conditions related to mining activities and the mining site.
2. CM.Policy 4.1. In reviewing the operational and reclamation plans for a mining operation, the
County should impose such conditions as necessary to minimize or eliminate the potential adverse impact of the
operation on surrounding properties as follows:
a. CM.Policy4.1.1Require the location and design of excavated areas,structures,machinery,equipment
storage and stockpiling of mined materials to be compatible with surrounding land uses in terms of general use,scale,
density,traffic, dust and noise.
b. CM.Policy 4.1.2. Maintain roadside and perimeter vegetation and setback requirements which serve
to shield mining operations,including storage of equipment, stockpiled soils and materials from public view.
c. CM.Policy 4.1.3. Require that access roads to and within the site be located in a manner which
minimizes traffic impacts on surrounding land uses.
d. CM.Policy 4.1.4. Require the land use applicant to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Board of
County Commissioners that the street or highway facilities providing access to the mining activity are adequate in
functional classification, width and structural capacity to meet the requirements of the proposed mining activity.
Internal road circulation, off-street parking, dust abatement, acceleration lanes, deceleration lanes, common access
collection points,signalization and other traffic improvements shall be required wherever necessary to mitigate traffic
impacts caused by the mining activity. Applications for mining should also be reviewed in accordance with the
transportation goals and policies.
e. CM.Policy 4.1.5. Require,where possible,that batch plants and processing equipment be buffered
from adjacent uses.
f. CM.Policy 4.1.6. Require appropriate security fencing be erected and maintained around extraction
sites, as necessary,to minimize the attractive nuisance hazards inherent in operations located near urban uses.
g. CM.Policy 4.1.7. Require mining operations to use warning signs,fences,guards,lighting and other
means to warn and protect people from mine site hazards such as steep slopes,holes,ponds and heavy equipment.
h. CM.Policy 4.1.8. Require all mining operations conform to federal,state and local environmental
standards.
E. CM.5. Goal and policies.
1. CM.Goal 5. Provide for timely reclamation and reuse of mining sites in accordance with this
Chapter and Chapters 23 and 24 of this Code.
2. CM.Policy 5.1.The County should consider the potentially adverse environmental effects of mining
operations.
a. Disturbance of vegetation and overburden in advance of mining activities should be minimized.
b. Topsoil should be saved and utilized in site reclamation.
c. All reasonable and practical measures should be taken to protect the habitat of fish and wildlife.
d. The operation should comply with County flood hazard and geological hazard regulations.
e. The operator will maintain the reclaimed mine site until it has been stabilized and vegetation is
reestablished.
f Trucking operations dealing exclusively in the transport of mined materials may be permitted on the
mine site when incorporated in the operational plan for the mining operation.
F. CM.6. Goal
1. CM. Goal 6. The extraction of mineral resources should conserve the land and minimize the
impact on surrounding land.
Sec.22-5-90.011 and gas deposits.
Oil and gas development in the County is an integral part of the County economy,and has a substantial direct
and indirect impact on current and future land use. Oil and gas development is cyclical but the economics of drilling
has caused extensive drilling activities in the County.
Sec. 22-5-100.Oi1 and gas goals and policies.
The following OG.1 goals and policies are established for oil and gas:
A. OG.1. Goals and Policies
1. OG. Goal 1. Oil and gas exploration and production should occur in a manner which minimizes
the impact to agricultural uses and the environment and reduces the conflicts between mineral development and current
and future surface uses.
2. OG.Policy 1.1. The County should encourage cooperation,coordination and communication between
the surface owner and the mineral owner/operators with respect to any developments of either the surface or the
mineral estate.
3. OG.Policy 1.2. New planned unit developments or subdivisions should be planned to take into
account current and future oil and gas drilling activity to the extent oil and gas development can reasonably be
anticipated.
4. OG.Policy 1.3. Oil and gas drilling activities should be planned to take into account current and
future surface planned unit development and subdivision activities to the extent such development can reasonably be
anticipated.
5. OG.Policy 1.4. The County will seek the imposition of protective measures through available state,
county and federal regulations to ensure that the mineral operator conducts operations in a manner which will
minimize current and future environmental impacts.
6. OG.Policy 1.5. Oil and gas support facilities decisions which do not rely on geology for locations
shall be subjected to review in accordance with the appropriate section of this Plan.
7. OG.Policy 1.6. Oil and gas exploration and production should be conducted in a manner which
minimizes interference with existing surface use and mitigates the impact on future land uses. Well sites should be
reclaimed and closed by techniques which ensure that the future use of the property is not impaired because of
environmental or safety problems or the existence of improperly abandoned or unlocated equipment,such as wellheads
or flowlines.
B. OG 2. Goal.
1. OG. Goal 2. The extraction of oil and gas resources should conserve the land and minimize the
impact on surrounding land.
C. OG3. Goal.
1. OG Goal 3. Ground water contamination must be prevented by following state regulations for
cementing wells, including injection wells,to prevent commingling of water, oil, and gas into other formations.
NOTICE
PURSUANT to the Weld County Home Rule Charter,Ordinance Number2002-6 published above,
was introduced and, on motion duly made and seconded,approved upon first reading on July 17,
2002. Public Work Sessions have been scheduled as listed below. A public hearing and second
reading is scheduled to be held in the Chambers of the Board, First Floor Hearing Room, 915 10th
Street, Greeley, Colorado 80631, on September 4, 2002. All persons in any manner interested
in the reading of said Ordinance are requested to attend and may be heard.
Please contact the Clerk to the Board's office at phone (970) 336-7215, Extension 4225, or fax
(970) 352-0242, prior to the day of the hearing if, as the result of a disability, you require
reasonable accommodations in order to participate in this hearing.
Any backup material, exhibits or information previously submitted to the Board of County
Commissioners concerning this matter may be examined in the office of the Clerk to the Board of
County Commissioners, located in the Weld County Centennial Center, Third Floor, 915 10th
Street, Greeley, Colorado, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday,
or may be accessed through the Weld County Web Page(www.co.weld.co.us). E-Mail messages
sent to an individual Commissioner may not be included in the case file. To ensure inclusion of
your E-Mail correspondence into the case file, please send a copy to
chardinq(cr�co.weld.co.us.
The following Work Sessions will be held in the Planning Commission Hearing Room #210,
Department of Planning Services, 1555 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado 80631.
WORK SESSION: August 13, 2002, at 1:30 p.m.
WORK SESSION: August 15, 2002, at 8:30 a.m.
r-, WORK SESSION: August 19, 2002, at 1:30 p.m.
WORK SESSION: August 21, 2002, at 1:30 p.m.
WORK SESSION: August 26, 2002, at 1:30 p.m.
The following Work Session will be held in the Department of Human Services Ball Room, 1551
North 17th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado 80631.
WORK SESSION: August 27, 2002, at 8:30 a.m.
SECOND READING: September 4, 2002, at 9:00 a.m.
THIRD READING: September 23, 2002, at 9:00 a.m.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
DATED: July 19, 2002
PUBLISHED: July 24, 2002, in the Tri-Town Farmer and Miner
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the Weld County Home Rue Charter.is vested with the ax-
thorny
STATE OF COLORADO IN THE MATTER OF REPEALING AND RE- a of administering the affairs of wad county,Colorado,
nd
County of Weld SS. ENACTING, WITH AMENDMENTS, THE
WHEREAS.the Board of County Commissioners,on Decem-
I A. Winkler Riesel of said County of Weld being WELD COUNTY CODE, SPECIFICALLY, ter 2B.2000.adopted Weld County Code Ordnance 2700-1.
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FREDERICK COUNTY Of WELD. STATE OF COLO-
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24th JULY,2002 that the said and hereby ix directed to arrange for Colorado
Code Publishing to supplement the Weld County Code will,
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particularly as amended by an act approved, March
CHAPTER 22
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7'1, /1 //A, "r0,raiy'�. Comprehensive Pion istPreface •
`y ��` _ ` r Summary of Weld County Comprehensive Plan
Publisher Article I Genera Provisions
Sec 22-1-10 Definition of Comprehensive Plan
Sec 22-1-20 RelationsNp to documents
Subscribed and swornto before me this 24th sec 22-1-30 Guiding principles
Sec 22-1-40 Principle plan components
day of JULY, A.D. 2002 Sec 22-1-50 Planning process
Sec 22-1-60 Comprehensive pion amendment proce-
dure
sid
Sec22-1-70 Locution
Sec 22-1-80 County population
Sec 22-1-90 County economy
6Gbi ,,..it Sec 22-1-100 Selected economic indicators
Notary Public Article II Land Use Categories
Sec 22-2-10 Foundations of existing Land use
Sec 22-2-20- Foundations at future land use
Sec 22-2-30 Agriculture
P.O,BOX 125 Sec 22-2-40 Agticdturd industry and benefits
Sec 22-2-50 Concerns of rprrrrg as on industry
Sec 22-2-60 Prime farmland definition
Sec 22-2-70 Nonprlme farmland definition
FT.LUPTON, CO 80621 Sec 22-2-80 Agrlcuaural goals and policies
Sec 22-2-90 Urban development
% Sec 22-2-100 Concerns of Development
=tr�RY putt t Sec 22-2-110 Benefits of urban development
crJ.,,„, t Sec 22-2-120 Urban growth boundaries
".•-• B ( Sec 22-2-130 Urban growth boundaries goals and policies
i ��11 Sec 22-2-140 Unincorporated communities
/ o If Sec 22-2-150. Unincorporated community goals and poll-
i
/ B 1 y Sias
/ OBI JO I y Sec 22-2-,� Industrial
development
/ ('n B/ OA r 5 Sec 22-2-170 Industrial development goals and policies
ff o BONDSec 22-2-180 Commercial development l
t 1y i Sec 22-2-190 Commercial adenti development goals and policies
11 4.... f Sec 22-2-210 Residential development
Sec 22-2-210 Residential development goals and policies
........-••
OF .7 Sec 22-2-220 Planned unit development
Sec 22-2230 Planned unit development goals and policies
Sec 22-2-240 I-25 Mixed Use Development(MUD)area and
urban development nodes
Sec 22-2-250 MUD goofs and policies
Sc 223 Oland 0 and gas resources stordatlaad requwrrrnh vele PAPerty rights CM Not
Article II Laid Use Amenities Sc 22S10 CM and gas resources goals and p9des Pandang
id r Qur/es and
tented rights but rather
mot
Sec 22310 Public fondles and services - policies, and other tlocu- rights balanced with the re-
Sec 22-32D LO PszlwlAar Appendses rrtmts,dl of which combine sPonsibibty of protecting
Sec 223-30 Law enforcement Appendix 22-A Popublln statistics fomOke the frarnBwork used community health, safety
Sec 22340 Public facliesgenerd requirements Appendix 22-8 Existing land use by the County government and welfare. It is the god of
Sec 22-3-50 Public facilities and service goals and poll- Appendix 22-C Number of acres In municipalities in Weld to ri anage growth in Weld the Comprehensive PO to
des County express the needs and dim
Sec 22360 Transpartatim. Appendix 22-D MUdco Farm population CWnThe WCCP is corn- ofadeveloping county.
Sec 22-3-70 Road classificid be Appendix 22F Right to Farm statement prised of five(5)Articles and while protecting individual
Sec 22-3-80 Pedestrian and bicycle paths Appendix 22-F tar limitations on Appendix. The Articles property rights.
Sec 22390 Scenic road byways Appendix 22-G Definition B. Respect for our
Sec 223100 Regimd plans Appendix 22-H Fixed Use Development Area(MUD)Land Ore:General Provisions Agricultural Tradition.Weld
Sec 223110 U.S.B5 Corridor Use Pm Distribution II Land Use Categories County has an agricultural
Sec 22-3-120 Air transportation Appendix 22-I Sources III Land Use Ame tradition.as reflected by its
nities
Sec 22-3-130 Rail transportation - IV Environmental Resources ranking as one of the richest
Sec 223140 Transportation god and policies See Table Below V Natural Resources agricultural produ ct,g coup
- ties in the nation.nation. Ong use
The Pretoce will
Article IV Environmental Preface':Summary d Weld County Comprehensive Pan present the highlights of
22- cnanges are occURl t id
Sec 410 Purposepose Resources each of these Articles. It is agricultural zoned lond is
Sec 22-420 Water goals Introduction: important to note that each being changed to accom-
Sec22-4-30 Water goals and policies Article has many sections modate residential, corn-
Sec x-0-50 Ear in 2131,the Weld Board of Coun Cam- and o thorough reading of mercial and industrial de-el-
Sec 22-4-50 Air goals mtl policies Y County N opment. As these new lard
Sec 22-4-60 Noise and diecteleciedacreview of l3 residents Weldof the County the Wstand tie of uses evolve, it is imporfont
Sec 22-4-70 Nolte gods and policies and directed them to review and update the County understand the substance of that the established ogicd-
Sec 22-4-80 Waste - Comprehensive Plan(WCCP). The c mmittee,mode up of the document. turd businesses and asoci•
Sec 22-4-90 Transfer,processing and diversion peopre with diverse Interests and backgrounds.aridedit Coming ated Infrastructures ateci-
f rom different regions of the County,awere tra exposed fo a wide ARTICLE -GENERAL PROM- lowed to continue to oper-
Sec22s variety of speakers and guests,some from different depart- SIONS'. ate. Individuals that move
Sec 22-4-I 10 Final disposal mesh of Weld COmN,some from Diner government m e at This Article describes into these areas must realize
Sec 22-4-120 Find disposal goals and policies Gies and some from the private sector. The overall theme of what the WCCP is,how it re- that they will experience
Sec 22-4-130 Exploration and production waste the speakers was an acknowledgment that growth and de- totes to other planning nocu- conditions and services un-
Sec 22-4-140 Exploration and production waste gods and ° �nf In Weld County is tune,so and is expected to merits; how the planning like an urban setting and
poli•Sec es continue in the foreseeable future,so it is Important for the process works; as well as must oe wising to accept that
Sec 22-4-150 Bxsolips and sepfoge County to update and revise the Comprehensive Plan and some general and
economic lifestyle. Weld County's
Sec 22 -160 &rsdla ard septage goofs and pdicles other Iona use policies to assure alignment with these projec- geographic and economic "Right-to-Form" can be
Sec 22-4-170 Hazardous waste information about the found in Appendix 22-E.
Sec 22-4189 Hazardous waste goals and pdicles As elected representatives of the citizens of Weld County. Also included in this C. Fairness in the
Sec 22-4-190 Agricultural waste County.the Commissioners also expressed their desire to up- Article are the Guiding Prin LandUseChangeProce-
Sec 2242(10 Agrlculturd waste goals and policies date and revise the Plan,and discussed their process.
The OAon5 clples le the WCCP. These dure: Weld County has es-
with each member during the selection process. The results principles establish the phllo tabished various regulations
cle N the laid use
Sec
22-S70 Purpose Weld County an over ew of Plan. The Preface is in- plan and help to clarity the change. This process must
Sec 22-520 Wlldife tended to present an oveMew of the Pm and outline the intent of the Plan. The Gold- be fair and equitable to of
Sec 22-S30 Open s gods and policies components of the Plant, log Principles are: parties in tie fleowl g ways;
Sec 22-5-40 space,parks and recreation The Weld County Catsprehen on Plan(WCCP)duse is a A. Private Property I. It is a timely pro-
document that Open space.prak5aM recreation goolsod document Bolt serves as the the Cicn ofdl Mld use and Rphts.One a the Mw urn- cess.
development regulations In the County. The WCCP is cotes upon which the United 2 It is on open
pro-
Sec 22-5-60 General resources adopted by the Board of County Commissioners as an ordi- States was founded and cess to facilitate pink-Ina-
nonce that Commercial mineral resources nonce that is the basis for the Riles and regulatdns that goy- continues tepreserve is that motion and input.
Sec 22-5.80 Commercial and resources pools temd planning,wring,subdivisions and land use. Supplement the right fa citizens to own 3. It provides open
and fa to the WCCP ore the wring aarnances,development and WilizO their property.Pri- Communication through the
development review pro-
' cess to neighbors and con-
rnunifies most impacted by
®aaaydAeWMb - proposed changes.
4. It maintains con-
sistent requirements coupled
with flexibility within the
implementation criteria.
p•yQ P2RaHve Daatl•sinn • 5. It allows easy ac-
cess to infarmotlon about
• DW the process so affected par-
147 31789 Original Donned C orthensive Plan) ties may be adequately
eaucated
147-A 32141 Addition of Minna'Ranurces;Envtmnmental and Natural Resauce,Open 6. It nos an°Stab-
lisbed appeal process
Spate,Pala and Rmeadon;and de Weld Cody Economy Section 7. 0 allows for
approval when all written
147-B 33686 Conceptual Land Use Plan Bap and 1-25 Mixed Use Development(MUD)Area d Activity Centers Map
criteria of the land use regu-
R lotions are met.
D. Recognition of
147-C Tabled Weld County's Diversity
Weld County's 4000 square
147-D 34826 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and 1-25 Mixed Use Development Ara and Activity Centers Map revision mile area is diverse, geo-
graphically, demography
147-8 34833 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and I-25 Mixed Use Development Area and Mtivity Centers Map revision cally,culturally,socially and
lath Use Plan Map and 1-25 Mixed Use Development Ana and Activity Centers Map revision economically. Land use
147.F 5(3195 Conceptual changes therefore must sf-
147-0 35023 Fundamental revision of Coes reMasive Hon.repal and redopdon of Plan fad flexibility based on the
specific location and the
147-H 35275 Consul Land Use Plan Map and 1-25 Mixed Use Development Area end Activity Ceders Map mviuur particular
tlwcircumstances
ely
141-I 35303 Environmental sedan revision It is also important to weigh
the cumulative impacts that
147-1 35359 Tended amendments;add Table 5.Land Use Flan Distribution;Mixed Use Development revisions specific land use changes
will have.
147-R 35541 Wildlife One Myrmidon E Regulations Ad-
dressng Land Use Changes.
147-L 35618 SOYatl4 Land Use Map 2.1 tension Land use regulations which
address land use cnanges
147-M 35833 Apculde Sod and policy revisins
should be written to protect
147-N 35897 Apiculnd god and policy revfalona the public health. welfare,
safety, economic as well as
147 0 36037 Agink=goal and policy,teviaions social welfare and the rights
of private property owners.
147-P 36243 Conceptual Land Use Plan Map and I-25 MixdlJse Development Area and Activity Centers Map revision Land use wegula-
tibns which address land use
147-Q 36829 Stmctunl Land Use Map 2.1 revision;Urban Growth Boundary map revision;Table 22.4,Land Use Plan changes should be written so
as to accommodate the
Distribution;AA.',General provisions;An.Il,land use categories:Art IIad use amenties; n.I.Li A IV;
highest and best use as de-
annulment resources:Appendix uaneptudion definitions,nicht to farm covenant • termined by the property
owner. The term highest
2001-1 37024 TickofWed County's rise to fan and best use"is defined as
"the use from among rea-
2001-4 37136 Table 22.4.Land Use Plan Distribution sonably probable and legal
alternative uses.found to be
.I 20016 tmaz lladaMW avlsee of Comprehensive Plan,repeal and eadopeice at plan Physlcaty possible.appropn-
aely supported.financially
feasible,that results in high-
est lad vOkle
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each year bond nforraton deemed alter receipt Of the PlOrntrp to eat thral(y w.., ..._ .- -
2. The petitioner necessary for review. Cammmmielon'sreatimenoo- atn.The averagetempera- crease In the told pop a- lypeureswi bring°boutde-
shall pay for the cost of legal 5. The Deportment lion. The Board of County lure fa the month of Janu- lion everydecadefram 1900 creases in the land area
pudicationof the proposed of Planning Services shall, Commissioners may then ay Is 40 degrees Fatynheit, to 2000,except 1930 to 1940. dedicated for farmland.The
amendment cinch:Aland use upon submission of a request proceed to a third and final The average temperature The population density per percentage of urban type
application fees. to amend the Camprehen- hearing of the Comprehen- for the month of July is 90 square mile increased from use fi nat as significant as the
3. A typewritten eve Plat: sive Plan ordinance.At the degrees Fahrenheit.The ay- four(4)people in 190 to pattern of use. A dispersed
anginal and eleven(Mat- a. Ersurethat atop- close of the public hearing. eroge rainfall amount is 12 forty-five and three-tenths pattern of urban type land
ies of the proposed amend- plicaflon submittal require- the Board of County Can inches and the average an- (45.3)people in 2000 and is uses make large-scale agri-
nent must be submitted to ments ore met prior to initi- missianers may amend the nud snow fall Is 27 inches. projected by the Colorado cultural operations difficult
the Deportment of Planning toting any official action. Comprehensive Plan ac Theta dayof5prig frost(32 Division of Local Govern- and is offercostiy to provide
Servdesno later than Febru- b. Set a Planning cording to the procedures degrees Fahrenheit)is May ment to Increase to over services to dispersed devel-
ary 1 or August t of each Commission Nita -date. eslablsned In Section 3-14 of II. The first day of Fail frost eighty-six(86)people per oprments.
yea to be considered for c. Arrange for legal the Horne Rule Charter. (32 degrees Fahrenheit)is square mile by 2020. C. Throughout the history
review and cubic heaings. notice of said hearing to be II. The Board of September 30.The average H. In 1999.Weld County of the County.population
The following items soak be publshedone(I)tmeinthe County Commissioners shot growing season In the had a percapko personal in- and economic growth re-
stnsittedaspataftttepro- newspaper designated by consider the proposed County is 143 days. corne(PCPI)of$22852. This nuked the development of
paled amendment: the Board of County Can- amendment.the Planning PCP' ranked 40th in the previously undeveloped
a. A statement de- misslaners for pubtcoton of Commission's recoranendo- Sec.22-1-80. County- State.and was 72 percent of land. Future growth vii re-
sorting why the Comore- notices. T1.e date of putt- lion and any public testi- population. the State average.$31.533. wire continued urban land
hereve Planets need of re- cation shall be at least ten many. and determine A. The population and 80 percent of the no- area expansion within mu-
Alan (10)doys pea to the hear- whether: growth rate has been op- bondaverage.$28.546.The nicpd urban growth band-
b. A statement de- rig. a. Theexisting Cam- proximately twenty-five per- 1999 PCPI reflected on in- dry areas , as well as
satykg how the proposed d. Arrange for a prehensive Plan is In need of cent(25%) per decade. crew of 4.0 percent from amounts o rural area dµei-
aendnent wit be cones- press release regarding the revisian as proposed. which is more than triple the 1998. The 1998-99 State opment.Much of tNsman-
tent wkh existng and future proposed amendment nor- b. The proposed national average. Between change was 5.6 percent and sbn WM.as it has in the past
gods policies and needs of der to inform as many amendment Mk be cones- 1990 and 2000.the popsla- the naland change was 4.5 require the conversion of
the Canty. County citizens and inter- tent with existing and future tion increased thirty-seven percent.(U.S.Bureau of Eco- land categorized as form-
4. In the case of an ested parties as possible. goals.policies and needs of percent (37%). Approxl- nett Analysis) land to urban uses. The in-
amendment to the 1-25 a Preporea racism- the County. mutely seventy-three per- I. According to a 1997 tent of efficient land use
Mixed Use Development nefUsfion for consideration cent(73%)of the paplation study conducted by Colo- paving in the Canty is to.
Area Map. the proposed by the PbavngCatnlssion. Sec.22-1-70. Location. Is located in an.eight-hun- rado Sate University.Weld when possible.minimize the
amendment must 6. The Department A. The County contains dred-square-mile area tithe County continues to be an impact of development on
a. Demonstrate the of Planning Staff's recom- approximately four thou- southwestern part of me Agribusiness Important agnaMurd lands.
Proposed inclusion into the mendatlon shall consider sand four(4.004)square County.The 200popdckon county, although the de- D. Overthelast decade,
Mixed Use Development whether: miles and Is the third largest density for this area is op- gree of agribusiness'ntpa- Weld County hos expert-
.Area mop or codification to a. Theexeting Cam- county in the State. Weld proximately one hundred lance is foiling.Agribusiness enced a variety of growth
the costing land use closet- prehensive Plan is in need of Countyistwicethesizeof the fifty-nine(159)people per Dependent counties are patterns. Generally.in the
cation as outlined on the revision as proposed state of Delaware. The square mile.The population those counties which re- northernandeaternregions
Mixed Use Development b. The proposed County is bounded on the density of this area Increased ceive more than 20 percent of the County, there has
Area map,is adjacent to amendment will be consis- west by Latimer and Boulder seven percent(7%)from of total county income from been little or slow growth. In
and contiguous Mththe ex- tent with existing and future Counties, on the east by 1990 to 2003. agribusiness industries the southern and western
isting 1-25 Mixed Use Dever- goals policies and needs of Morgan and Logan Coun- B. In 2000, 180.936 whereas Agribusiness Impor- portions of the County.par-
opment Area Map. the County. tees.on the south by Adorns people lived in the County. tont counties receive be- ticulaey in the corridor along
- b. Describe how the c. The proposed County and on the north by which represented four and tween 10 and 20 percent of and between 1-25 and High-
proposed amendment will amendment has demon- Wyoming and Nebraska. two tenths percent(4.2%)of their Income from way 85, growth has been
address the in gnn.t on exist- strafed that adequate ser- See Figure 22.1 below.The the total state population in agribusiness industries. In very rapid. Most of this
-- ing or pannedseMcecapa- vices are available. - largest municipality in the 2000. The median age of 1992 15.8 percent of Weld growth is associated with
taffies.Thisslaternent shall in- d. Referral Agency County is the City of Greeley, County residents in 2000 was county's incase was gener- aggressive annexations by
elude how emergency ser- responses hove been re- with a nib Census pOpula- thirty and nine-tenths(30.9) anted from agribusinessinds- smaller towns,reaching out
vices wilt be provided to the ceived. tion of 76,930 people. The years compared with the tries while in 1997 It tell to 11.6 to the highways to capture
proposed area. 7. Inthecase ofony population'f or the City of state median age of thirty- percent even though potential commercial and
0. Delineate the amendment to the I-25 Greeley increased 30%be- four and three-tenths(34.3), agribusiness hod increased. industrial users, which will
number of people who vat Mixed Use Development tween 1990 and2000(60.454 The gender distribution ratio This is due to other sectors of boost their tax bases. A
reside in the proposed area. Area Map: in 1990). - was similar for both the ' the economy growing at good part of the residential
This statement shall include a The proposed B. The transportation in County and the State for this higher rates and continued growth is from people seek-
the number ofscnod-aged amendment inclusion into the County isprovidedbyln- time frame The overall dis- l diversification of weld ing mare affordable housing
chidren and address the co- the Mixed Use Development terstate l-25 and Highway 85 persi on of the County's County's economy. and a smaller town environ-
tural and social service pro- Area map or modification to for north and south transit, population resembles the 1 The Economy are anent. even though they
vision reeds,such asschods, the existing land use classifi- Highway 14 and Highway 52 state population with the ex- those aspects of a society commute to the employ-
of theproposed population. cation as outlined on the fa east and west transit,In- caption of the County hw- which ore involved in the ment centers around the
Mixed Use Development terstate 76for,more easterly ing proportionally a younger employment of scarce Denver/Boulder Metro area.
d. Submit a deed or Areo map. Is adjacent to travel.and the severd Colo- work force. For additional productiveresources. the In the unincorporated areas
legal instrument to the De- and contiguous with the ex- rado highways which statistics please refer to Apr production of various corn- of Weld County.some large
partment of Planning Ser- [sting 1-25 Mixed Use Devel- traverse the region,as well as pendix22-A. modifies.the provision ofser-' lot development has oc-
vices identifying their interest opmenl Area Map. 3.154.55 miles of publicly C. The County popula- 1, vices.and their distribution cuffed in the growthcorrlao,
in the property. b. The proposed maintained County roads. lion in 2000 was mostly ho- about variouspeople and as well as in the other areas
e. All significant de- amendment will address the The highway and road sys- mogeneous with seventy 1, groups,IMthnthe region.the of the County,offering a dIV
veloprnents within the MUD impact on existing or tem in the County is mon- percent(70%)of the County -Economy'is another word ferent product for those who
areat,s be rearedtopre- planned sercecapabilitles aged,in part,by the Colo- population classified as todescrlbe the interaction Of want a more rural lifestyle
pae aprellminay traffic im- including.but not united to. rode Department of Trans- white, not of Hispanic or all the Elements: People. and alesscrowded place to
pact analysis. All traffic all uttlitles infrastructure and potation, the County and Latino origin. Twenty-seven Resources,Systems and the live.
analysis information and re- transportation systems,and: the thirty-one(31)muncipdl- percent(27%)of theCounty Rest of the Wald. We are E. Agricultural land use
pats shill be prepared and c The proposed ties within the County. The population is classified as able to evaluate their size or remains the predominant
certified by a registered pro- number of new residents will County's road system ores- persons of/tspaNc or Latino Impact by looking at land use in the County de-
fessiatd engineer carpe- be adequately served by envy consists of six hundred origin. The Census 2000 was I. Employment and spite increased growth and
tent in traffic engineering the social/cultural omen- sixty-live(665)miles of paved the first year in which respan- Income In Basic Industries. a significant increase in the
The Went of ihsonolyes is to ties such as schools,of the- roads and twothousand four dents could select multiple- 2. Employment and number and size of annex-
determine the project's cu- community.. hundred ninety(2490)miles race categories. Refer to Income in Indirect Basic In- ations. Coincidentally,the
mutative development in- 8. The Planning of gravel roads. In addition, Appendx 22-A foraddMamd dunes and Local Resident areas of most intensegrowth
pacts.appropriate project ComnLL4anshat hod a pub- there ore currently four hun- information regarding these Service Industries. The Eco- pressures are the same areas
mitigation and Improve- tic hearing to consider the dredeighty-seven(487)miles categories. naritc Base Analysis for Weld that have the best kngated
mens'recessay to offset a proposed amendment to of state hghwoysysfem and D. Among the sixty-four County may be found in farmlands.
specific project's impacts. theCatprehersie Pon text several hundred mlesof nu- (64)counties in Colorado. Appendix22A. F These factors. and
Thisanatysis shall include the and maps, The Planning niclpd roads. Weld County ranks eighth in others,dl combine to create
following information: Commission shall recom- C. The County Is located total population.The County ARTICLE II a conflIct between the de-
l) Introduc- mend approval a dental of Inthenatheastempatbno Is classified as an urban sire to support agriculture
lion:Describe the proposed the proposed amendment the State.In the Great Plains county by the Demographic ' Lady Use Categories and the economic pressures
development and poram- totheBoard ofCounN Corn- area,approximately forty Section of the Colorado DI- ' on the landowners to de-
eters of the study area. mtsstoners. - (40)miles east of the Conn vision of Local Government. ' Sec. 22-2-10. yeas thatagriculturd lands.
2) Tnp genera- 9. The Planning nental Divide. The County E. Thesignificance of the ' Foundations of existing land As the economy of Colorado
tion: Determine doily and Commission that consider hos elevations raging from County's population growth use. continues to advance,It is
• - a.m.and p.m.peak-hour trp the proposed amendment. four thousand four hundred is its magnitude and detiibu- A. The way land is pros- likely that the conversion of
gereratinfor the proposed the Department of Planning (4,400)feet above sea level tion. Between 1990 and enfly used Is one o the most agricultural lands to more
development using estab- Services'recommendation, at the egress of the Pawnee 200.the State grew at a important considerations in urbanized uses wit also con-
tatted rates identified in the and any public testimony Creek to highs of approxi- rote of thirty and six-tenths land use panning. Most ex- tine.
Trip Generaflam Manual pub- and determine whether: natelysh thousand two hun- percent(30.6).For this same (sting development cattn-
Ilshedby the Institute oflions- a. The existing Com- dred(6,230)feet above sea period of time.the County l ues into the future and has a Sec. 22-2-20 Founda-
portationEngineersoras prelensNe Plan is in need of level in thenorthvestern pa- grew by twenty-seven per- ll strong influence on the pat- lions of future land use.
agreed to by Canty staff revision as proposed. lion of the County. The cent(27%),and the notion tern of development and A. Through the compre-
3) Trip atnbu- b. The proposed County hos a number of by thirteen and one-tenths land use in the County. The hensive planning process dl
Nan: Based on assumptions amendment will be cons- valuable streams and rivers percent(13.1). existing land use pattern has types of costs associated
contained in d the MUD area tent with existing a future including: the South Platte, F. Population growth in i been created through the with development(including
traffic analyse a market es- goals policies and needs of the Cache to Pane River, the County is projected to process of early settlement economic and enviranmen-
timate.describe the(vnect- the Canty. St Man Creek Crow Creek, average a compounded and economic develop td)con be reviewed. An
patted trip distribution pat- 10. The Board of Thompson River and)(Iowa growth rote of three and merit.Fran lhe beginning Of urbanization pattern cre-
temsforti m eproposeddevel County Canssroners shall Creek. The larger reservoirs sixteenhundredths percent I, settlement in the County. bed without knowledge of
opment receive the Planning Can- in the County include: Em- (3.16%)a year through 2020. economic activities have future surrounding land uses
4) Trip assign- mission recommendation pure,Riverside,Milton.New This growth rate is nearly centered on agriculture. Is likely to lack sortie essen-
ment: Based on the pro- and planning staff ratan- Windsor, Lower Latham, double the annual corn- Trade centers were estob- ital ingredients of tag-term
jeered trip generation.as- rrxisdulai atoptic meet- Black Hollow and Union.Lo- pounded growth rote of one lished to provide goods and desirability. WnMutprepa-
sumed trip distribution and rig. Receipt of the recom- cated In the interior of the and sixty-one hundredths semvicesto those engaged in ration tar future land use pat-
the prevailing roadway net- mendatlan shall constitute North Amertcon continent. percent(1.61%) projected forming activities. Transpa- terns.it is difficult to antici-
work,assign the projected the first reading of the Can- the County experiences fa the State. lotion routes and facilities pate locations for schools,
traffic to the Intersections prehensive Pion ordnance, wide temperature changes G. A review of the Nstarl- were developed to move parks and traffic circulation
and streets wiekn time study The second reading of the from season to season and col and future projections of goads and people,and to systems that will not require:
0190. ordnance shall tote place rapid weather changes clue the population growth tithe , facilitate economic devel- additional improvements
5) Any °dal- not more than sixty(60)goys to storms traveling from`wesf County revels a steady in- ' cahoot. each time someone decides
B. Increases in urban fodevelop.The Costsof such
V
additional n m nproveents tween agricultural opera- .
Malian _Consideration of variety of crops. The State and petroleum product commercial development,
andlheltrdatonsof exiting lions and development.
improvements lessenthe Os- both urban and rural. This the protection of the life, and County witnessed de- companies wet pump and and the associated Infra-
velaPment cpporWdlles for cooperation provides the safety and welfare of the cone in the number of acres irrigation companies VBteM1 structure to service the de-
adjacent landowners. This opportunity to reduce con- cresent and future citizens of devoted to the farming n- nations aerial erepsproyers. velopment,are examples of
the County shall be given dustry since the 1992 Census form laborers, commercial uses which hove a powerful
Chapter promotes con- flirts and competition,are
whoa lands affected by the of Agriculture. Weld County lending institutions.insurance impact on whether or not
trailed or orderly urban ex- encourages mutual oppre-
porsean In relation to the ex- oration of the vital Impor- various Overlay Distracts ore experienced a decrease of and transportation ndusMes. agricultural land will be Con-
sting and future land use fence of both entitles. under development coned eight percent(6%),double 4. Those who pun- veiled to other uses.
patterns and establishes 2. Work wtthtbemr- erdion These Overlay Dis- the Stole's decrease in loss chose products grown and C. Both perceived and
minimum guidelines for ur- nicipalltles In the County tricts include the Airport of acres devoted to the rased on farm's for m anufac- real conflicts between Ogrl-
ban type growth within the through Intergovernmental Overlay District r the Geologi. forming industry. The num- tuning,processing and dish*. cultural uses and non-Ogri-
cal Hazard Overby District ber of full time tarmsolso de- bution. Examples of these cultural uses can impact the
Comfy Agreements and urban
8. Urban sprawl tlevel- growth boundaries to ad- and the Floyd Ran Overlay creased nine percent(9%) local industries ore meat, agricultural industry.Agrbul-
ops when an&denypastern dress the quality of develop_ District.Further definition of from one thousand eight egg, dairy and vegetable rural operations wont non-
tor growth and develop- menu particularly n the or- Ine5e districts ore provided in hundred seventy(1.870) processing and distributing OgraU lllyd uses tO reLOIgrize
ment cannot be achieved. ears of trasitionbe%veenMe Chapter 23. farms in 1992 to one thou- facilitle&and bakeries. normal agriculNd practices
Higher costs are incurred municipalities and th0 1. Areas comprised sand six hundred ninety- 5. Grocery stores in their area,and in turn the
bath inealy and ultimately in County.Emphasis Shand be denting site factors contain eight(1,698)in 1997.thistle- and other food retailers. agricultural uses will retog-
providing public services to placed on infrastructure certain physical elements crease was double the tl - 6. Restaurant and nize the non-agricultural.
Osprawl growth orea.Often, such as roaws,sewer wales that obshuct at are hazard- crease witnessed at the other food catering bust- Residents of Weld County
ate to:eddn typeset tlevel- State level.the rrarketvdue messes, should be encouraged to
scattered development re- and drainage. etc.. so all
quires the extension of see- parties are aware of the T ap�ent.These physical ele- of agricultural products sold C. The ogricdturd Indus- read and understand the in-
vices throughuntlevebpetl pacts esceithay be fee by the meats include flood ploin, in the County increased nine try is an irr5pylrtant element in tent of the adopted Right to
critical wibkthe le habitat areas. perCemf(9%)10 more than County economy. Me Farm.TBn tian betweenforT
areas. Extension d services County and municipality.
through these undeveloped Also,the expansion ofvbv_ aquifer recharge. riparian one billion dollars market value of agricultural ing and non-farming uses is
areas topographical con- ($1.286,636,000)in the 1992 products and the chain of occurring
from resttctiaan
areas creates an under.utii- izaeon n and around bet-
rotten of services,which car(_ turd land uses createsmtany sirdnh and other similar in- to 1997 li e frame The over- purchases d related toogrlcul- normal practices in
hlpM m sg elements. Although gh all impact of agn-bueness in tural production contributeste5 areas encroached upon by
tributes to higher service -issues for the og land owner
costs for oil County citizens. as wet asihe subdvscnreT these sites contain factors Weld County,including in- significantly
to the County's resbentid,commercial and
In addition to the economic dent. it is important that wlrgh limit come
certain types of and gross soles is$3.9 economy. Every data that Industrial uses. Many of Inc
development, these areas billion aMUPlly. the farmer spends to in- problems stem from unreal-
considerations associated these issues are recog'eed
with urban development and addressed. ore nevertheless usable for B. Crops produced in the crease agnculhual prodlc- istic expectations and a me-
patterns. there is also the 3. Accommodate agttcutt ld deduction.rec- County are onions. sugar tion creates additional d01- understanding Ofagnculturd
problem of cortpeMion and development of lands dui- reotional activities and beets, pinto beans,pota- lars spent on activities re- production by those seeking
parks,or other functions that toes,corn. alfalfa. wheat, toted to production. For ex- a rural lifestyle
conflict between urban and side of municipalities which
rural land use interests. All of may include and within ur- cannot damage or be dam- carrots barley and Sorghum, ample.actvites such as five- D. It is important that
the thirty-one(31)merrier- bon growth ooundanes it aged by the constraining site in atldtian to other specialty stock processing will require County representatives and
edifies in the County are sur- a The impacts of factors. These areas con crops. Many of the feed purchases of feeder cattle, officials recognize their role
rounded by farmland. As such development ore ad- also enhance the character crops ore utilized locally by breeding stock,feed.water in reducing the conflicts be-
urban areas continue to ex- equate),addressed: of the unincorporated areas the livestock industry. For machinery,fuel,labor trans- iween agricultural uses and
panel,these resource lands b. The infrastructure of the County by providing example,most of the corn portatian.government set- residential,commercial and
are either directly converted is capable of handling Mein- condorsfor hails and wildlife, grown in the area,both si- vices and copra(barlsand industrial uses.Consistent in-
to urban us-es or ore ad- tensity of the developments; and for the protection of loge and grain,is used for sovingtand bons). ferpretatianandodrrinistro.
versely influenced due tom - c. The pattern of natural resources. rtoorian feed at commercial feed- D. Food processing and tion of this Chapter and
herent conflicts between ru- development is compatible habitats and natural features Ids farm feedlots and dair- related products contribute Chapters 19,23.24,26 and
rot and urban activities. with the region. essential to the identity of tits. Significant numbers of significantly to the masufoc- 27 of the Code will help In
C. The provision of infra- 4 Encourage the these county areas sheep. swine and turkeys tunng economy of the reduction of conflicts. Using
structure such as transports- conservation of agricultural 2 Land designated also use the feed crops from County There ore adatine' these documents to make
lion systems, sewage dis- lands as well as significant are having Miffing site factors the area. Asummer fallow- impoctsto otherdeaaof Me consistent rand use deci-
posal.water systems,for ex- geographic areas0 e rivers. ore primarily defined by the ing rotation program ispdoc- economs such as retail and Sons,reinforces their useful-
one- nuntlred-year flood ticed on the nom-Irrlgptetl wholeide trade and trans- lieu Os an information OW
ample are important as- major drainage-ways.tins-
pacts toconsider during the dictianal wetlands, etc) plain(Os defined by FEMA fatmbnd.Summer fallowing pnrtotion services. decision-making tad on land
planning stages of develop- through the implementation Rood Insurance Rate Maps) is necessary to store enough E. Agricultural lords help use decisions made by ptt-
ment b
. The capacity of of voluntary incentives such which comprises opproxi- moisture for sustained high maintain a sense of rural vale parties,as well asps
planned and future intro- as moiety lour and thley-seven yields. identity and diversity. These tic official:
structure shall be evaluated a. Open spore oc- hundredths percent(4.37%) C. Water is delivered to lands allow communities to E. Irrigation Is an impair-
on a site-specific bags. The quisitions of the County land mass. tarn-land through some of maintain seperateldentlfl85. cant component of agricul-
impact to the surrounding 0. Conservation Additional land containing the largest and most cam- at the sometlmecameMng ture intheCOUhty.There ea
area shall also be consid- easements. limiting site factorsislocated pier reservoir and Irrigation productive farmland. While vast array of channels and
eyed. c. Transfer of tlevel- along irrigation canals and ditch systems in the world. croplandsn Meapbultural water conveyance struc-
D. Weld County recog- opmenf rights. ditches and adjacent to One of a number ofinfluenc- distract also provide relatively tues within the irrigated par
nees the need to acconvno- d. Other innovative Nees To the maximum ex- Ing systems is the Colorado, open landscapes.they are flan of the County,which Io-
date future well-planned and creative techniques tentpractical,development Bg Thompson protect,which privately owned. Unlike ur- cllltates irrigation. Itisimpor-
growth.end Mat take action such as, but not limited to. within areas having limiting makes water available from banopenspace areas pub- tandto understandthatdhth
to insure that expanded those made by the Agricd- site factors shall be located theState's Western Slope.In lit access to these lands is any reservoir companies
basic services such as trans- Lure Study Committee. to preserve the natural feo- addition,shallow and deep not allowed.These lands are hove established legal rights
portotion, fire and police 5. Support ogricul- tares of the site,to avoid or- wells made possible by the not guaranteed to remain that allow them to operate.
protection,for exampe.will ture by adopting policies ea of environmental sans- existence of deep broad traditional agricultural lands, Ditch easements may be re-
adequately service addi- and regulations that do not Wiry.and to minimize nega- aquifers ore productive but can be converted by the corded but many ease-
tonal growth. Current basic create regulatory burdens five impacts and alteration sources of irrigation water. individual land owner to ments are established by
services should be re-evolu- on the agricultural producer at natural features. The development of these other uses through the ap- use,since most ditches hove
dedasto necessity,cast.in- 6. Promote quality 3. Development in resources and features has prapriate land use process. been in existence welt in ex-
novattve ttaidrsg and flesal. planning that is: The flood plain may be ac- made agriculture an moor- F. As a secondary ben- cess of one hundred years.
ity in diverse ateos of the a. Sensitive to the 'tomplished through end- tent industry in the County alit, agricultural land use Landowners adjacent to
county surrounding land uses neenng of the sae,site loco- since the founding of the helps tomdntdn natural sys- ditches must be aware that
E. a is expected that the b. Respectful of the non,or structure or pry gain- Greeley Union Colony in tams and natural processes. these areas require access
pattern of growth will con- natural environment. ing approval from FEMA 1870 These may include the pres- for cleaning(removalof silt),
tinesasdescrbedin Section c. Protective of the and/or acquisition of Flood ervalion of wetlands small burning of weeds,and gen-
22-2-10.Existing Land Uses. health,welfare and solely of insurance. Sec.22-2-40. Agricultural watersheds, aquifer re- eras maintenance.Irrigation
Since growth is directly re- the citizens or Weld County. 4. For development industry and benefits, charge areas,flood plains companies de not respon-
toted to the economic con- d. Regionally linked in the Geological Hazard A. The agricultural indus- and special wilallfehabeais. slble for normal seepage
diflans of the State.the rate i.e.by roadways and hails. Area, landowners should try In the County is a COT from ditches as tang os the
of growth is somewhat vat- e. Cognizant of in- consult Meappropriatesec- pieta form and food system. Sec.22-2-50. Conc ems general operation of the
able;but.e Is acknowledged corporating progressive tion of Chapter 23 as well as This system begins with grow- of farming as on Industry, ditch is not negligent.and Is
that managing the quality planting concepts creating contact the State Of Colo- ing and racing farmproduce A. Most of the County's consistent with historic use.
and pattern of growth is iT an aesthetically pleasing rado Geological Survey Sec- and ends as a product ready first citizens were engaged In F. The practice of agn-
portant to the susfoinabltty and functionally livable flan for purchase by consumers forming actMties.Dining this culture,and lands used far
of the economy,as well as community. 5 For development after it hos been processed time, it was necessary for agriculture. are important
• the quality of life for Weld G. By f etheng the Gu# in the Airport Overlay Area and transported to the mar- forming operations and the facets of Weld County.both
County citizens. rig Poncides of the Comps- landowners should consult ketplace. community to be in close historically and currently.
F. Supporting agriculture hensive Ran and cadrethe appropriate section of B The fallowing have a proximity. Because of these Lands used for agricultural
i we continue to be a signifi- smart growth concepts fu- Chapter 23 as well as con- roe in the County's farm and settlement patterns of the purposes appear to be un-
cant goal of Weld County. ture land uses in Weld tact the Greeley/Weld food system' County's first citizens,and developed open lands but
However. the pressures to County wit result in: County Airport Authority. I. There ore ap- because these areas have are in fact privately awned
d
convert ogncuihnal lands to I Urban growthac- proximately three thousand proven attractive assitesfor businesses. These corbel-
other uses will continue to curring where it 6 gpprOgl- Larnd Use Categories (3000)operotorsof livestock, expanding communities. teallgndsservea pudic put-
eliminate more and more ate as determined through poultry,vegetable,trot,nurs- some of the most highly pro- pose by often providing for
lands from agricultural pro- the lorduse(pdicattonpo, Sec. 22-2-30_ Agriculture. ery and groin forms located ductleogricultrdbndbor- the protection of environ-
dscibn.Most of theselands cess. A, Weld County cans- in the County.
will be annexed into mend- 2. Agriculture we be tentiy ranks among the top 2. Nearly half of the ears urban population
Co,- mentally sensitivelands ce-
p vulture' or cfloes . aPe-
Coutres leaving Weld supbee orted mainstay
continue a five sat recs eipts
the nation l-n County'sastheirsec dlory ccu son to grow,their expan- me areas corridors. Po-
tiounow land
rothelandsinic- beeamdnttlt dthe Cane. toad products by for y the Census
pgosfi according
opnancrsocheson form agtely owned lapdus may
the however tandem 3.n All nd uses be- of gricupir e 646 1997 n n of gr to the (2 1) ts. According rid to agricultural perposesonvert d to
be suitable
for Ctian meg ing n considered with an eye of County resince 1964 most
1h97 Census e than e. the statistics grahed eventually converted e
de development.
l p rs for less intensive on quality. Productive
ducnty eons Tif the moll 9i9 figure is higherf than the the state thedemographer the another use in County laCe-
outandhoselLandsfarther 4. The approachthat cntie in agricultural 1992 i identified
of Agriculture xectd in double
rod use with egul and County land
out of the whic not half the changes that counties u in the State. and theich iunty's armersliisti of expected to 20 0 from regulatians.
outside ore the areas of ore occurring.tenmanage
a age these accoseven hundredths
sureswistMe
percent occupation.
farming io their secondary lion of 181,931 to population
pro- Sea finiti Prime form-
likely
retain s.predominately Ginthis conngessob eb County will (5.87%)w of the State's thirty- occupation. Patted nghof and dThe availability
va
future land uses. nano ctonteue fobeapealplace tof land
ndinmillio forms.
e0)actos 3. chose who offer 344,774),Indicatingland the ten aupply of a
futurese ity olive. oaantlin The soil,sys- ser tell plea products e water ;competition forcontinue. antl cateir mus supply of ercleant
enp loOM that the County p. Calico proven for the fern spM and slg ten v services. Etamplee f these er water That water must exist rs in . Prime
gr the gement vOod thea Overlay
uesDie tam support this extensive. h locand industries mic ) are ctciorn- B. oher o her pressure han to use have prime
prime ft rmla Prime
growth mnpCoopertads: in varioustheesgiven
to lDe- agricultural The and chemicalcoed land forochers the ogult of irrigated and ntou4rap lands
1. Cooperation be- triunder
de l gmenlolmtls County's
imgroeegnflCantamaunt poniel, on of feed turalcom lex private land public classes
tau into upper capability
tihe
shall be encouraged be- under tlevelOpTent conk! of farms a d non-irrigatedproduces
a (graimplement
ementtack energy
decisions.
Resit and and N ues as defined icC by te-
farmlOntl a wide implBTen}dealers,energy R-5ldephd and Natural Resource Conserve-
,
a
ion Service and Cdaudo services and Infrastructure and infrastructure are not 3. A. Policy 6.2. to mitigate(slated ha- ing lyre and other urban
State University Cooperative as available.Agricultural avdbbe. When feasible.existing ter- arils. tyre land uses Some can
caenacnSsnke and nald dons and industries wIt 2. A.Policy 4.1. Op vice roads should be utiloed l J. A. I0. God. mercidanelghborhood ser-
Protected ifirrigation be encouraged to locate in lions tar the division of Ogrt to Provide GOONS tern and 1 A,God. 10. The vice uses such as Churches.
.ter is ovdbble and they area that minimize the re- culturally-zoned land are gas activities. minimum tot size of parcels in day care.small-scale offices
use located within a reason- moral of agricultural land available in Chapters 23.24 G. A.7.Goal a dpolices. the agricultural zone ckstrict schools.convenience stores,
able distance of water de- fran production. and 27 of this Code. should remain at eighty(80) small shopping areas,etc..
Mary*tuatara. 5. A.Pricy 5.4. Ag- 3. A. Policy 4.2. I. A.God 7. Public acres to encourage parcels are usually associated with
riculud businesses and in- Availability of services such facilities ond services such as lorge enough to retain viable urban residential subdivi-
Sec.22-2-70. Nonp ten e dustlles will be encouraged as electricity. telephone, sewer.water.roads schools. taming operations or to oc- sans.
farmland Stn. to locate in areas that Public water,natural gas, and fire and police protec- commodore modern ogre-
A. Nyprime farmland is minimize the removal of sewer.sheriff and fire protec- tian,must be provided and cultural equipment and Im- Sec.22-2-100. Concerns of
low calzobitly land that IS not prime agricultural land from ton wIlt determine the intern developed in o timely,or- Elation Practices. Development.
asproduclMos panne tam production. Agricultural sly of development dlowed. deny and efficient manor to F. A.11.Goal and poll- A. Conticts exist pa-
laud for food production. It business at industries are 4. A.Policy 4.3. Ap- support the transition of ag- des. ticulaly between residential
mpybe composed of poorer dented as those which are rotations fa the division of rbulurd lord to other devel- I. A.Goal I1. Pro- development and existing
sae pore to erosion a may related o ranching livestock land which is zoned',ghoul- opment uses. In evaluating mote a quality environment rural old use that con nego-
have topograpYcal IMta- production, forming and tural, shall be reviewed in a land use capitation, which Is free of unsightly lively Impact Weld County.
lbnizudn adores a gullies. agrkdhurauses. accordance with an poten- County representatives and materials including but not Tension is occurring not any
B. County agricultural B. A.2 God. tiol impacts to surrounding the applicant will Consider limited to.derelict vehicles. tram restrictions on normal
goals and policies hove 1. A. Gaol 2. Dls- properties and retard agen- the public focuitles and ser- refuse and litter. . farming practices.but also
been developed to support courage urban-scale rest- ties. The criterion shall in- vices gods and pdoes. 2. A.Policy 11.1. from resistance to change
a laprewse theagriculud dental,camrtercid and in- dude but not be Nrrsted to: 2. A.Policy 7.1. The Property owners should deco and growth. It is Important
nasty at laming octtvi- dustrld development which a. A.Policy 4.3.1. County will encourage dos onstrate responsibility of that county representatives
ties Rees goals and policies is not located adjacent to Soil Classifications veiopersand utility providers ownership by minimizing and officials recognize their
also address the County's seatingncapoatedrnntcl- b. A. Policy 4.3.2. to deliver services in con- safety and health hazards role In reducing the cantits
responsibility to manage. pities. Availability.location and ac- junction with development. resulting from.but not nmited between development and
accommodate and ensure C. A.3.God and prides. cesslbility to existing Infra- 3. A.Policy 7.2. Ap to.derelict structures.der- rural uses.Consistent inter-
that adequate public ser- 1. A.Gad 3. Con- structure and utilities. plicdnts far development evict vehicles and non-con pretaton and adnxnistroton
'Ices are available for red- version ofagroaud India c. A.Policy 4.3.3. arerespanslde to determine mention lunkyaa• of thischapter and Chapters
dental.commercial and in- urban-scale residential. Ensure sole and adequate the status of a water well 3. A.Policy 11.2. 19.23.24.26 and 27 of Ills
dustrtd growth which a ex- commercial and industrial access onto County Roads through the State Dtveon of Develop programs for code wit heir,in the reduc-
pected to occur, uses vin be considered when a State Highways. Water Resources and shall cleawp Of derelict property, lion of conflict:Using these
the s tlect site is boated k. d. A.Policy 4.3.4. be aware that ownership of Junk and weeds. documents to make consis-
Sec.22-2-80. Agricultural side an approved intergov- Consideration of existing irn- a parcel of land with a well tent land use decisions rein.
goals and policies. errnental agreement area. povements a structures. does not guarantee the use Sec.22-2-90. Urban level- forces its usefulness oson in-
The tailoring gads axipdb urban growth boundary e. A.Policy 4.3.5. of the well unless my dug- oprnent. formation and decision-
cies ore established fa ogrt area,1-25 Mixed Use Dever- Encourage techniques and merited. The State Division A. Population and eco- making tad an land use de-
cultural lad: op mend area,a urban de- incentives such as ease- of Water Resources shall be mimic growth will create a aeons mode by private pa-
A A.1. Goals and poll- velopment nodes. The goal moms clusters,building en- contacted by the gJptCant. demand fa conversion of ties,os well as public officials.
a intended to address con- velapes and setbacks to 4. A.Policy 7.3. Ap land to urban uses. The ur- B.Atadable housing.
1. A.Gad 1. Con- version ofagnculud aid in minimize then mats on sur- pltcants for development ban The escalation Of develop-
serve agricultural land to an orderly manner which a rounding agricultural land shat fully disckne the goon development goals and ment costs continues to raise
agricultural purposes which in harmony with the phased when conversion to another City available and source Ot paces are designed to pion the cost of housing with is
foster the economic health growth pans of a muectpd- use occurs and to ensure the .domestc and non-domestic far this anticipated growth n turn passed ortocoruun-
andconrixuohceofaorta ity and the County. It is fur- health.welfare and safety of water to service the pro- by directing urban uses to ors.
ue. • Iher intended to minimize the the inhabitants of Weld posed development during where urban services mast a C. Development
2. A Policy 1.1. Ag- incompatibilities that occur County the land-use application can more easily be pro- should pay its propartlonde
utUd zoning wt beestW between uses in the zoned f. A.Policy 4.3.6. process. voed,i.e.,toexnsting mania- sipreto upgradeesstne Sys
.shed end maintained to agric ltaddlshlct and other Lot and Building Envelope H. A.B. Goal and poll- Polities and the 1.25 Mixed tems that benefit everyone.
protect and promote the zoned districts that allow u- design and placement may cies. Use Development area.The D.The requirement of
County's agriculture'Indsa- bon-scale uses. In addition. be employed shall be mode 1. A. Gaol 8. Pro- County recognizes that It Is additional amenities to a de-
try. Agiclilad zoning is in- this god is expected to ca- to mitigate conflicts be- tact agricultural uses from appropriate for its munict- vebpment increase cost as
tended to provide areas for tribute to minimizing the tween existing agricultural encroachment by those polities to plan fa growth at well as increase benefits to
agricultural activities and cats to County taxpayers of uses and future nondgricur- uses which hinder the opera- NNW Current boundaries and the consumer and should be
other uses interdependent providing additional public tural uses. tionsof ere agricultural enter- n he surrounding areas. To thoroughly evaluated as to
open agricuture. services in rural areas la uses E. A.5. Goal and poll- prises. accomplish this.the County the necessity of such ame-
Theavollablttyof that require services on on cies. 2. A.Policy 8.1. the and thenunbpdities should 'lily i.e.bus shelters,put-sus,
o consistent supply of clean urban level. 1. A.God 5. Con- County recognizes the'right cooperate in joint planning trails,etc.
water must east in order to 2.• A.Policy 3.1.0 It Is version of agricultural land to to farm.'In order tovddate efforts to achieve o cams- E. Conditions of ap-
hhove pine farmland.Prime determinedthatpublic tote- non-urban residential,corn- this recognition,the tent vision.The urban devel- provol requested by referral
famland is land that has the ties,service improvements mercol and industrial uses, County hos established a orrnent section addresses agencies may be scrutinized
beet combination of physical a'mxxntencncetens are re- will be accommodated statement which shad be the consenr'oton Of agmncul- by the applicant.The appll-
and chemical characteris- quired by a development when the subject site is in on incorporated anallperNxnt turd land by encouraging cant hos the right to question
tics tar prod dreg food,feed, the land use applicant,de- area that con support such land use plats.A copy of this efficient development and the referral and contest the
forage, fiber and oilseed velopex or land owner will be development. Such level- statement is located in Ap- discouraging urban sparre& conditions if necessary.
craps and is also available required to pay for the costs oprnent shall attempt to be pendx 22-E of this Chapter. i Thee gods and policies re- F. Implementation of
fors uses(the knd could of the public facility.service compatible with the region. a. A. Policy 8.1.1. fled a basic commitment to timely subrrlission from refer-
be cropland.pastureland. Improvements,and mainte- This goal is intended to ad- The agricultural landowner is conserving naud and man- .rd agencies and applicants
rangeland. forest land or nonce.The methodology fa dress conversion of agricul- responsible for following aged resources while direct- are required. The Pianrvng
oter land. but not urban compensation and the de- turd land to non-urban uses. 'best management prat- rep growth and enhancing Department needs to estab-
bull-up land or water).it has termination of maintenance Once convened.this land is 11ce5 economic development lish and adhere to reason-
theiatquollty,growingsea- Items should be determined less conducive to agricul- b. A. Policy 8.1.2. trough efficient use of intro- able deadlines for referral
son and moisture supply during the land use applica- tad production. The county will develop poll- structure and applicant submittals.
needed to economically tion review process. the 2. A.Policy 5.1. Ap cies to recognize the chang- B. Urban development The application process
produce sustained high developer shall submit all of ploati ns for the dvleon of tng dynamics of agncalual may be characterized by needs to be evaluated for
Welt of crops when treated the following: land which is zoned aorta production.such as the sae intense resident&comma- ways to make the entire pro-
and managed.including a. A.Policy 3.1.1. foal to non-urban uses shall and scope of these opera- cid areas for retail.offices. cess more efficient and
water management, ac- Information which accu- be reviewed in accordance tons. services and other uses that timely.
caSigtoacceptable farm rattan).identifies a usenet the with all potential impacts to c. A. Policy 8.1.3. are primarily located along
Rig methods. in general, Infrastructure irrpiovertents surrounding properties and Adjacent lands owned a I major roadways.at moo in- Sec.22-2-I10. Benefits of
prime farmlands have an and maintenance. referral agencies. The cute- leased by an agricultural 'remotions.ond in comma- Urban Development.
adequate aid dependable b. A.Policy 3.1.2. rion shall include but not be operation wither used in de- clan parks designed to oc- A. Urban develop-
water supply from pred to- A proposal which equitably limited to: termining allowable agrees conniddte these more n- ment is the most centralized
tin a Negation.a favorable Sitbutes the costs at intro- o. A.Policy 5.1.1. unit densities. tense uses. Large areas of and.therefore,the most in-
temperature and growing structure improvements and Soil Classifications. I. A.9. Goon and pall- pavement for roadways, tense land use.More people
seam.acceptable acidity maintenance by user share. b. A.Policy 5.1.2. des. plazas and parking lots cm- live in urban centers than Nye
or alkalinity,acceptoblesalt c. A.Policy 3.1.3. Availability. location and 1. A.Goal 9. Water company these uses. Indus- outside urban centers be-
and sodium content, and Apraposal that identifies the accessibility to existing intro- Is a valuable resource in trial uses in urban areas vary cause they appreciate the
few a no rocks. Prime farm- appropriate time that intro- structure and utilities. Weld County. Water rights from heavy industry and closeness ond convenience '
land are permeable to wa structure improvements and c. A.Policy 5.1.3. are defined by state low a manufacturing,tomanufac- of services that are avail-
ter and dr. Prime famlands maintenance charges Ensure safe and adequate real property and may to luring combined with re- able. Clearly,there are less
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ae not excessively erodible should be appled access onto County Ronrls bought and sad bylOel IS search and development appealing elements of an
a sal40ed with water fa a d. A.Policy3.1.4. or State Highways. od or entities.Land use regu- that is less obtrusive and dis- urban lifestyle such as traffic
bngpesod oftme,and they A municipality's adopted d. A.Policy 5.1.4. lotions should not impact native to surrounding prop- congestion,come,and oth-
sltherda rat flood frequentiy comprehensive pion goals The level of development their status as real property. Ss. Usually, the heavier ers:but the advantages of
a are protected from flood and policies will be consd- avas'lated with the site. a. A.Policy 9.1. My industrial uses are segre- convenience.availability of
Inp.(1.5.Deparmenl of Ag- ered e. A.Policy 5.1.5. exportation of water out of gated into areas around the jobs.and the social diversity
riculturd,Soil Conservation when on agricultural bust- Consideration of esstng lm a closed basin aquifer is cis perimeter of communities of this lifestyle choice are
Services(Special Series I 7) ness is proposed to expand provements a structures. couraged and linked to map transact- perceived benefits.
January 198O: additional within an urban growth f. A.Policy 5.1.6. b. A Policy 9.2. fallen networks. Ught indus- B. An npatant foe-
supplements). boundary area. The irpoctson services such Land use megulattan should try and morxutacturing may to of urban development is
3. A Policy 1.2. The as fire protection. law en- not interfere with the tons- dsbbe at the perimeters,but the efficient use of land as a
County should support the D. A.d. Goal and poll- forcement.school districts. fen of water rights and their sametmes Integrated inside resource. Snce the density
development of creative vies etc. associated the community. of urban development an-
pahcies to conserve apriCa- 1. A. God 4. Pro- F. A.6.Goal and policies. uses. C. Urban residential de- commodores more density
turol land,including poser- vide mechanisms fa the dl- c. A Policy 9.3. velopment Includes high on each acre.Ile stunt of
vaton techniques and plat Won of land which is agrncul- 1. A.Goal 6.The ex- Concerns of Irrigation cam- density multi-fan'4y projects land relative to the number
tang incentives. Molly zoned.Options for di- traction of minerals and all ponies shall be addressed single family residential sub- of people whollve on or use
4. A.Policy 1.3. At vision shall be provided to and gas resources should through the land use refers dvislareand many variations the land is an efficient ratio.
low canmercid and Indus- ensure the continuation of conserve the land and mini- process.The placement of between these two cortege- Locations where urban de-
trial uses which are directly agricultural production and mite the'impact on agnca- fences,structures.and rec. ries.Typically.the density at vebpnent can occur hold
related to. or dependent accommodate now intensity tural land. reatloral trails.for exampe, urban residential develop be encouraged to develop
upon agriculture,to locate development.Urban scale 2. -A.Policy 6.1. The shall be made in consider- ments exceeds one unit per as urban. Jurisdictions that
within agricultural zoning residential.commercial and County encourages at and atlon of the year-round acre and at the neighbor- can accommodate urban
when the impact to sum- industrial development will gas drilling activities to be mcdmenonce andaperaton hoods are Characterized by development soaldempioy
rounding propMies is mini- be discouraged In areas coordinated with seasonal of the xngaon practice.This Paved streets. Sidewalks. radicles and regulations that
mat and where adequate where adequate services production schedules contderaton shalt be mode oaks and a variety of haus- tocilltate urban develop-_
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ment while managing the the proposed land use the procedure set forth in as waste water treatment A- Y 1. God. industrial sector in order to
quality of this development. charge. Regardless of any Chapters 22 & 23 of this plants,water treatment fa- I. I.God I. Con- provide a stable tax base
Weld County shaald adopt other agreements between Code. canes,ore encouraged to versionof agricultural land to and to provide a variety of
' policies and regulatecnsthat a municipality and the 3. UGB.Policy 2.2. service unincorporated ndltkal uses will beencour- job opportunities for County
promote urban develop- County for growth and ser- Individuals moking initial communities. aged wren the subject site citizens.
anent in the areas where it is vice area the Canty will contact with the County re- D. Further development in is located inside an op- 2. I. Policy 3.1. An
appropriate resulting In the continue the three-rile re- garbling land use develop- unincorporated commune- proved Intergovernmental opplloation for industrial de-
most efficient use of land fern. ment should be informed of ties will be encouragedaniy agreement area. urban velopmeni within a
and infrastructure. E When growth at the the policy of directing urban when adequate services growth boundary area or l- municipality's urban growth
munlclpaity/county level is growth to, or adjacent to, and infrastructure are avail- 25 Mixed Use Development boundary area shorid be re-
Sec.22-2-120. U r b o n not coordinated. some of municipalities and the k25 able. area. urban development viewed in accordance with
growth boundaries. theproblemst atcan occur MUD,or where urban infra- nodes.or where adequate the urban growth botchy
A. Efficient and or- IndJde structue Is ovailabe. Sec.22-2-150. Unlncorpo- services are available.This andinO,Snid goaisaridpoi-
deny land development and roads that do not tie Into 4. UGB.Policy 2.3. rated community gods and goof is intended to address des.
the conservation of ogrkd- each other.inconsistent en- Until intergovernmental policies. conversion of agricultural 3. I. Policy 3.2. A
twatlndreque that urban- gkeering stadards thepro- agreements are in place.ur- The following gods and poll- land to mnkmne the lncom- good working relationship
type development take vision of municipal services bop growth boundaries will cies ore established for unin- potibllities that occur be- between the public and pri-
place in or adjacent to ex- by ahadgepodge of special be defined as a one hdt- corporated communities: tween uses in the zoned ag- vote sectors is on asset. The
king mu niciputiesol where dstrits,and the most abvl- file perimeter around the A. UC.I. God and poll- ricultural district and other County should continue its
adequate infrastructure is du problernof Gar,,,nab exiting public sa tirry sewer des. zonedtletncts that allow Ur- support of organizations
available. Urban develop- adjacent lend uses. Besides battles. I. UC.Goal 1. As- ban-scale uses. In addition, which foster this economic
mend is encouraged within addressing these problems, C. UGB.3.Gcol and poll- sure prcper location and op- this goal is expected to mini- development.
maltyldboundo-eswthere the urban growth boundary cies. erosion of compatible lad mite thecoststo County tor- D. i.4. Goal end poll-
public services such as wo- agreement con be used to I. UGB.God 3. The usesby mdntdrtng laduse payers of providing adds- cies.
tes sewer=afire protection preserve open space corn- County and municipalities regulations within unktcarpo- tlond public services In rural I. I.Goal 4 All new
are°vaikde. dors between murclpditles should coordinate land use rated communities. areas for uses that require industrial development
B. Urban Growth or to protect in u t wild- planning in urban growth 2. UC.Pdlcy 1.1. Ex- services on an urban scale should pay its own way.
Boundaries and uses within ice habitat,natural and ace- boundary area including paKion of existing urncor- level. 2. I.Policy 4.1 Pro-
these areas shall be deter- rib areas. development policies and poratedcommudtles will be B. I.2 Godsend polities. vide mechanisms whereby
mined throughcoardnatin F. In the absence of on standards,zaning.street and based on the fdowing cite- I. I Goal 2.Encour- new development pays fa
between theCanN.palkl- urban growth boundary highway construction,open ria: age the expansion and dl- the adaitiond costs associ-
potkg municipality,andthe agreement.the County rec- space,public infrastructure o. UC. Policy 1.1.1. versification of the industrial cited with those services de-
Individual landowner.Effl- ognizes a standard urban ad other's,'ers affecting Urban growth boundary economic base. mended by new growth.
cient development in the growth bou iary. this is a efficient development. goals and policies should 2. I.Policy 2.1. Ac- These services may include
areasumwnatg mlr'cipalk oneJdf-mleperineter horn 2. UGB. Policy 3.1. apply in reviewing land use carnmadate new Indusiriol but are not limited to law
hes requires NS type a co- the wishing public sanitary The County may consider applications development within enforcement and fire pro-
ardtatbn which lsadieved sewer facilities.Tire deMibn approving a kind use devei cent to or propose to ex- planned industrial oreos. section.school site acquisl-
by three(3)methods the of facilities Is united to pub- opment within an urban pand existing unincorpo- 3. I Policy 2.2. The tion.Increased road matte-
ti-wee-malts referral,nter ior- tic sewer tines n place on growth boundary area,if at rated communities. applicant stall ensure that nonce,rood construction or
ernmentol urban growth September11,193 the lime of the fdlowtg areal are b. UC.Policy 1.1.2. adequate services and fo- expansion,emergency ser-
boundary agreements and of adoption of Ordnance met: Additionally.any goals and ditties are available. vices the extension of utilities
the standard one-half mile 147-6 os codified herein as o. UGB.Policy 3.1.1. pities adopted fa a par- 4. I.Polley 2.3. Ap- and the increased demand
urban growth boundary. amended by Ordinance The adjacent municipality titular type of development plicantsfoldevelopment are or need for open space and
When growth al ithe munici- 147-R adopted on Mach I5 does not consent to annex wit also be used for review responsible to determine the other services provided by
poky/county level Is not co- 1999,also codified herein. the land a property in a and evaluation. For ex- status at a well through the local governments.
ordncied, problems con The perimeter will be mod- timely thaverar annexation ample,the donned unit de- State Division of Water Re- 3. I.Policy 4.2. De-
occur with incompatible fled If it is apparent that Is not legally possible. vebpment goals and poll- sources and shall be aware termination of the amount
adjacent land uses as the physlcd boundaries prevent b. UGB.Policy 3.1.2. des would also apply when that ownership of a parcel of paid by new development
most obvious. to extension of sewer ser- The proposed use,including reviewing a planned unit land with a well does not fasuchaddtlaiW cosRmoy
C. The intergovern- vice. Inside the municipal public facility and service development application guarantee the use of the include evaluation of Ind-
mental urban growth service area boundary.ur- impacts,is compatible with adjacent to an unincorpo- well.unless fully augmented. rect benefits such as soles
boundary agreement Is a ban-type uses and services this Chapter and with other rated community. The State DMISIon of Water and use taxes generated by
tool for coordinating drivel- aepkrredadaanexatan urban type uses. B. UC.2. God. Resources shall be con- residents;construction jobs
opment at the murtcpdily/ is encouraged. C. •UGB.Policy 3.1.3. I. UC. Goal 2. facts('by theap
plicants and the associated eco-
county interface. The rut- The proposed m use attempts Maintain this rural character n5.c t Policy 2.4.Pro- comic impacts:ciaiasupportindustrial
of
vierfy within n theub aprop- Sec.boudorii1s glabangrown ta jab ent muni ipwial the C.nose .3.Gael. thaie iapprOpateiyal developmentsated opmmerns tantl higer
bounda the be growth boundaries goon and poll- adjacent ive don.
C. 11. G in relation to urr ending operations that pay siden-
boun negots hdl bend on-ed cies. canpreh UGB.
Plat. 1. UC.even 3. En- in land uses. to that meets hal properly:
taxes l than fa the
olarrynegoot inteandcal- the r h t copyBound- d. WB.Policy 3.in- couroge development necssar.and that
weak forces;housing sr fur the
mental son onfergroern-wth af the/mapisUrban file Growth
ottBwxW- If public provemernts yorsgrNre d by cant gatte°of skiing va- standardsy Bnvironmeat0l economy;
and otserytothe
urban g growth arymaplsonNedtheClerk a develop area dwill D piO.4tl a 510ldartl5. benefitsly; other indirect
boundary agreements. In to the 9de 's office tofPenondg the e be development.eaclo not D. UC.4.Goal and poll- 6. I. al 2.5. p- benefits.
the spring commaf 1994.believing Dees. The loffloagng See- benicipaedbhe devaeeM cies.
ttateachcainxsktyshould vices. The following posed industrial develop- E. L 5. Goof
goals municipality.,the developer ineusorexpos should 1. t.God Atop
o its growth,the Boners and roanpriciesane hfa d will pay these costs. I. UC.Goal Pro- industrial der uses d to meet Dkaed toindustrialoevng
of County Commissioners for urban growthbound- thes of reimbursement fate o surely environment unsightly
twine,state and local en- on unincorporated
nit within oradjoining
coi
began ales: mined
ed in
cothe ts land
be deter- which a is free of g but not
akanmen wdwd5. In on ud should
be red eared in
Cant establish their
it awn
ipl- Adi UGB.1.God and poll- maven tithe pr ces. The materials Including eutna addition, the criteria for nity ce reviewed to th a own Be- cies. method review mbur s. The ri to.derelict vedClBa. evaluation will include, but cor accordance with the unin-
bwngeoch growth community
areas. Be- I. UG8 Goal I. The dep of reimbursement th semen- refuse and otter not be limited to.the a an cwporial g community and
Novena should conmuits own aountyc municipality In
will information,
the follow-
the 2. UC.Policy 4.1. the industry woad ahavean: a-n application
and ndstri al
and t direct its my assist each In ing nfwmdon,which the onstrote nbdtlem a. The'natural envi- de development
far industrial
Cgrommissioners
nerstlmartey estintergovernmental
ntergowgan developer Ideil provide, owne rsh byiniresponsibility of commey, natural grandee deselnatednf agricultural
four area
ton(4)cs10nen imparted guide growth bdundory ban re Identification uon of ownership health m hazards
soil drainage use forandfetl gout ide of
muniel criteria to guide the growth bduntlwry agree- all public facilities
future usr s f safety esd from,
tazited ways, alproperties and an andareaan r outside of
nurtkl1, r'. ment the public w ser- resulting ulna , er- other physical character's- asbourea an growth
1. Growth should 2. We gnie 1.1. vices; toell t veicl structures,on- der-m tics of b. land. boundary area shouldora be
pay costs tsS lf.in tnn th f inklog muCOUnNiesacan the Apr these ftiegs merdoljtlktar s.d nw>-Caml- n g land use w ed let actamJare
ran e, hr and, in the gn shad pionmunicipalities can and utoblyg shore these costs rnercbljunUC. aimsurrounding enm land use in- with the agriculturalold
and I.
r dtdgh i design y terms of
their own futures amgn3useri:andtime
3 rogrPolicy or ingter f h scale,dsit , tlusiri Go or9'tl policies.
and functional efficiency. In owh. nature and 3) A me of the Develop anup plagrGms for the tiro height,scale, density, F. i.e.I. GI.G.
2. naexotionare- role 3. uG. for gesapportionment ag and clnkanp of weeds.
property. traffic,dust he access e. n I.minerals The oil
ex-
terns should directly care- 3. Urgo.Policy nt charges among users and junk and weetls. a Thers tbe-he and
or ource and id
late with munidpd service Revise intergovernmental reimbursements to the de- tween public roods and the gas resources should
areas. agreements as reWked by veloper. Sec.22-2-16O. Industrial proposed tntlustrid develop- preserve the iand and mini-
3. nil of commune- changing conditions. D. UGB.4. God. development. ment or district.The land use size the impact on industrial
ties is for rare efficient use 4. UGB.Policy 1.3. I. UGB. Goal 4. In Industrial Zone Dla- applicant will demonstrate land uses.
of land than urban spray. The county encourages Whenever possible, open bats. development is typi- to the satisfaction of the G. 1.7.Goal and policies.
4. When a munici- each municipally to plan space within urban develop carry oriented toward trans- Board of County Commis- 1 I. Goal 7. Pro-
polity and the County enter their futures in coordination anent should be connected portatlon fealties and Is lo- eonersthat the street or high- mote a quality environment
hto an urban grow'thboud- with individual landowners in to existing open space. 'cried where trafc,nase,air way
facilities providing y od- match is free of unsightly
cry agreement,stoabide the County uC n tyr la Indiv Weltl ontl vend ndrrution merits equ t mire ze andtq of y to mate to deladng ehi r.
ogress it n by the owners.ltepoly, vAollano- Serated
conymn Unincorpo- win rafdenrltual uses
are meet
ntsoftfe limited use n derelict vehicles.
development
p ment in the Mee Orban grpl bar ndathe A. C nities.y's and al.It IS o uses are propoteregaiV develop-
' the refuse and liner.
Likewise,tthe m area. urban growth bouany es a The CWntyu rural a- minimal.to t Is the date County's anent. t district lrad9vekp
Likewise, the municipality sholgall be notified of any ire- ens l inc prated r of intent to evel p ent In- bo ment. Internal atl n o- w I.s s 7 I.Prop-
agrees
tot ao limine its expansionkvhre o intergovernmental
uan small cornmu unincorporated rari-e posds development subs tpro- non,off-str
eet s,,parking.dco oc- erty owners should owner-
itilandoprovareaswhere ofrinfth boundary urban ree- desurrounded
by agricultural
are een thee on te lio labs.lanesdecelc ss shipbyminimizingsatyarm-
s rvicesplans uxde esroodlpot growth boundary agree- tuna tsand g ogural ses, is located'v inside ap- con lanes common access health azardsngwleryorn
urban
growth
is
nong ongoing
!B.rents. These comma kuhnolusd proved intergovernmental ntairo. urban
collection here,traffic
signalize- bu nataa t . horn
procesra nan«gdrth 11G8.2.Godard pop- Thhousing communities r those
es provide agreement out arya. lion and is other ion- but cur s,limited to,derelict
b and urban growth des. anty p Eyed p adorrv- own U dary area. ns qutred er should be re- structures.derelict vehicles
boundary agreements was 1. UGB. Goal 2. natty nd hetl in industries
eMixed. Use Development qutetl wherever necessary pa and non-commercial
be subject to revision as Conopmentn or urban adjacent oex- fie l co d other Iabaseve wen, aurban development c usedab tthffic eveaats ludcywtls.
nD. . Ping mindd'tleon
- The alt co wirer id c serve nservices
a where adequate Land
and t by the develop- 3. r.Policy 7.2. De-
d. The County,Inactor- Ping municipalities op-an assmallcaringfar laeros zoned are slata use is ment. ofvelopderprogramsfor cleanupjukand
fdr ce ers land ithuse proposals es.kr re- proved jar-sun a elation growth
h zoned for stindustrial use is d. Encourage de- w edslkiprope.y.lurtkad
view comment ony re- GAvet the
eft area,Maid Use rban o. Poed inth s ccmmups found In ain thest every mu- nalapmanr erns is ands it ti- weeds.
view and Cament to an) g boundary
area, urban occurred sp teth l ko tom- nicipolity in the County.chow This o natural patterns l dsuirablli-
lritles crlan ate three(3) growth baupmen aeos u- ties despite a lock of coop- local job pattern lbws for ties of the land. Sec.22-2-I B7. C Om me r-
miles of the ere of the pro- ban devotoprnen nodes a mniN water and/Or sewer local jab opportunities. e. Visual and sound col Development.
posed change. The muniel- where urban infrastructure is facilities and their remote lo-
barrier drdtcaprngopshould- Commercialacnezed
t oily egNenan O the corn-
Ovdlabl9. cations.ro mesa osettlements Sec.22-2-170. I ntlu9lpot' be agereqUred to screen open by intense
rent is characterized
• to cement,and the 2. UGB.Policy 2.1. will probObly continue to developrrentgoals and pal- storage areas from residers by intense areas for retail.w-
' mentsaeco nynalaby ete Land. development pro- !undid)as turd centers fthe sew- cies. cal uses a public ropos. thatrtes.servicesandother uses
Planning Commission and prick within on urban Ing the needs of the cur- The oree.ig goalsadpo.- C. I.3.God and policies. that are primarily located
the Board of County Cam growth boundary area will rounding rural population. des oreetldblMW fa I dus I. I.God 3.Achieve along major roadways at
emcees when they vote an be take mockaccacigb C. Regional services such trial devekpmmlerhh: a well-0alarced diversified TOM!intersections,and in
/7
•
carrnercid parks designed theland-se applcoeon pro safety and health hazards lid Development Gods And able before cpmlM rkg d- should pay Its own way.to accommodate these cess. rep tIngfra m but not limited Patties. female aoas to reddentld 2. R.Policy 9.1. Pro-
uses. Large areas of pave- E. C.5.Go laapaloes. to.derelict structures.der- The following Gods and Poll- use. vide mechanisms whereby
t roadways,plazas 1. C. Goal 5. The elict vehicles and norvcomr cues are estobeled for Rte- 3. R.Policy 4.2. Al new development pays fa
and parking lots occom- applicant shall ensure that mercial junkyards donee Developments: residential development pro- the casts of Infrastructured-
Dony these uses. An op- adequate commercial ley- 3. C. Policy 10.2. A. R.1.Goal oat policies. posals should be reviewed in racily related to the dove-
proved intergovernmental eis of services and facilities Develop programs for I. R.God I. Urban accordance with all state aprnent
agreement area urban ore available to serve the clearwpofderellt poperty, residential uses will be en- and federal standards,in- 3 R.Policy 9.2 De-
growth boundory area.1-25 commercial development or junk and weeds. couraged when the subject eluding but not limited to the termination of the amount
Mixed Use Development district. site is located Inside of on requirements of the Clean paid by new developtrent
area.and urban develop- 2. C.Policy 5.1. The Sec.22-2-200. Residential approved integovemmen- Water and Clean Air Acts. for such atldfy-d coshmoy
rent nodes.or where ad- land use application will development. id agreement area.urban 4. R.Policy 4.3.New include evduaten of Ind-
equate services are avail- demomtiate.tothesatsfac- A. The urban growth growth boundary area, 1-25 residential development rest benefits such as soles
able.are the areasintended ton of the Board of County boundaries and the 1-25 Mixed Use Development should demonstrate cam- and use taxes generated by
toaccamnxxkmecamvmer- Commissioners, that the Mixed Use Development area urban growth nodes, patibillty with existing sur- residents:construction jobs
cdzaed development.For street or highway facilities area ore intended to ac- or where adequate intro- rouging land use Interns of and the associated eco-
ampe.the 1-25 Mixed Use providing access to the comm.:Ote residential de- Suckers is obtainable. general use.building helsyst, nomic impacts:support of
De
velopment area has property are adequate to velopment, Chapter 23 of 2. R.Policy 1.1. The scale,density. traffic,dust commercial and industrial
been the locus of capitol ion- meet the requirementsof the MS Code identifies low,me- County should encourage and noise. operations that pay higher
provements and services, proposeddaect or develop dium and high density resi- on efficient form of urban 5. R. Policy 4.4. property taxes than resider,-
prmarily through the cre- anent. dential uses. These three(3) residential development by Conservation of natural she lid properly:housing for the
non of special districts. 2. C.Pdicy 5.2. Ap- designations recognize dit- directing urban residential features such as topogra- work force necesyy tome
plicants to development ferences among residential growltto those areas where ;thy,vegetation and water economy:and other l t
Sec 22-2-IW. Commer- oreresppelbletodeternne environments.the Intent1sto urban services and intro- courses should be consid- benefits
co Development Goals and the starts of a wet through establish residential areas snlctue are abfanoble. erect In the project design. J. R.Goal ID.
potties the State Division of Water which reflect particular 3. R.Play 1.2. Lk- E. R.5. Goal and policy. 7. R.Goal 10. En-
the following gadsandpali- -Resources, lifestyle choices,including bon cdmrnercld and Indus- 1, R.Goal 5. Pro- courage creative and inno-
ties are established for cam F C6.Gaa at policies. dwelling unit type,denary, led development will be en- vide mechanisms to the dl- motive approaches to ad-
mecca'developments 1. C.God 6. Rec- environmental setting and courage('when the subject vision of and zoned Agricul- dress present and future fed-
A. C. I. Goal and poll- ognbe the impact of new convenience levels. Ste Is located inside an air ture to accommodate low eral and state guidelines re-
aes development on the natural B. SupportigdWriesond proved intergovernmental intensity development, gardng:
I. C. Goal I. Ur- environment and develop public services and related agreement area, urban 2. R Policy 5.1. Em- a. Senior Housing
ban commercial uses will be measures to mitigate these Iociltes are essental to any growth boundary area,1-25 ploy planning techniques Opporturotles.
encouraged when the sub- impacts. residential development. Mixed Use Development such as exemptions,cluster- b. Affordable Hatm-
ject see is located inside on 2. C.Policy 0.1. En- Recognition of this has led area, urban development ing.easements etc.,to allow Ing Opportunities,
approved intergovernmen- courage designs that pre- the public sector to require nodes,or where adequate a portion of a parcel to be c. Special Needs
tat agreement area. urban serve desirable natural tea- that residential development services are obtainable.This developed into residential Housing Opportunities.
growth boundary area.I-25 tures,conserve or create fa- be accompanied by prove- policy is intended to support lots wine retaining tracts that K. R.Goad II.
Mixed Use Development voroble space for wildlife eons for adequate facilities urban residential uses. can continue to be used as I. R. Goat 11 The
area. urban development and minimize pollution. andservices.The fiscal con- B. R.2.Goal andpdicles. agricultural lands or other extraction of minerals anddl
nodes,or where adequate 3. C.Policy 6.2 stralnts upon the County I. R.Goal 2. Ensure low intensity development& or gas resources should con-
services ore obtainable. Promote efficient utilization government will not permit that adequate public ser- F. R.6. Gad. serve the land and minimize
2. C. Policy I.I. of water resources. indechminate development vices and facilities are oval- I. R.Goal 6. Pro- the impacts on residential
Minimize the incompatibtk- G. C.7.Goal. with no regard for how such able to serve the residential mote the development of development.
ties that°ccurbetweenuses 1. C. Goal 7 En- services and facilities will be development or district. affordable,quality housing
in the zoned agriculturaldis- courage the intll of existing provided. 2. R.Policy 2.1. The for dl County residents. Sec.22-2-220. panned unit
trictand other zoned detects commercial developments C. Thorough examino- and use applicant will dem- 2. R. Policy 6A. development.
that allow urban uses andprovide on environment lion ot issues such as com- onsirate to the'Board of Opportunities farho sing de- The Planned Unit De-
__ 3. C. °olicy 1.2 which supports growth for patibility with surrounding County Commissioners that velopments including. but velopment(PUD).found in
Minimize the costs to County e n avail-business. and reigns land uses. a- adequate sanitary sewage not limited to, multi-family Chapter 261 this Code,is
axpoyers of providing add- H. C.B.God and policy. deity and adequacy of In- andpublic water systems ore and manufactured homes. Int as an alternative
fiery public servicesin rural 1. C. Goal 8. All frosiructure antl services available to all residential should be provided to en- - ns to development by
areas for uses that require new commercial develop- serving the proposal, im- development.and that the courage lower cost or allowing a departure from
services on on urban scale ment should pay its own pactscn the natural envka- street or highway facilities owner occupi using. the standard laid use rQg-
B C.2.Gad and polices. way. ment,and other issues shall providing access to the 3. . . atcy 6.2. At- lotions.A panneduW
C Gool 2 En- 2 C.Pdicy 8.1.Pro- occur in the review of allres4 property are adequate in fordable housing develop- °omens.is a method used to
courage the expansion and vide mechanisms whereby dental developments. width, classification and merits should be located review the subdivision as a
diversification of the com- new development pays for 'D. Residential develop__efwasure ,opoetty lo meat Wtlunoreasanabe distance unified and integrated de-
n-wood economic base. the addtbry costs asoc& ment accureo the Residen- the requirements of the pro- of employitTent.community velopment The Pulp process
2. C. Policy 2.1 afed with those services de- tid(R)Zone District,the Es- posed district or develop-, centers,parks,shopping o- shall not be used to circuit*
New commercial develop- mantled by new growth. tate(E)Zone District, the meni.Accessbetween pub- leas,and schools,a where vent or distort thegoab,pdt-
ment should either be lo- These services may include Planned Unit Development lic roads and the proposed transportation services con ties or requirements of this
carted in areas tree of note but ore not limited to low (PUD)Zone Dhhict,or the residential development or be provided to enable co- Chapter Chapter 22 as
and hazards,such as wildlife. enforcement and fire pro- Agriculture(A)Zone District. district should be granted cess to these areas. Chapters 19.23,24,26 and
geologic hazards toads and tection,school site acquit- These different districts are only atter consideration is 4. R.Policy6.3. Pro- 27 of lit Code. The oblec-
high winds or be designed lion.ncreasedroadmanta- specifically described in given to the land uses and vide for appropriate accom- live at the PUD is to encpa-
to mitigate the hazards. nonce.road construction or Chapters 24 and 27 of this traffic patterns in the area of modatlans suitable for multi- age flexibility and variety in
C. C.3.Goda dpdales. expansion,emergency ser- Code development and the spe- generational or caretaker development. Planned uW
I. C. Goal 3 Ad- vices.the extension of utilities E. The R-zoned districts. cific site.Internal road circu- quarters. developments con benefit
dress the compatibility of and the increased demand R-1.R-2 R-3.R-4,and R-5 vary lotion,of-sheet paldng,ac- . County citizens by promrtot-
commercial land uses with or need for open space and in intensity and density.but celeration and deceleration 5. R.Policy6.4. The ing more efficient use of
adjacent land uses. other services provided by are generally urban level- lanes,common access col- County will consider propos- land, greater provision of
2. C.Policy 3.1. Ap- local governments. opments of single family lots, lectian point&slgnallzation als which provide affordable open-space and improved
plications for commercial i C.9.Goalahtpollctes. multi-family lots,or sites for and traffic improvements housing which include, aesthetics.The basic obfec-
developmeni should bere-' 1 C.God 9.The ex- mobiehorries.It is Important shall be required wherever but are not limited to,higher tives at the PUD are to vicar-
viewed according to all op- traction of minerals and al that these types of mean- necessary to mltigae traffic density,reduced amenities prate the best features of
plicable gods and policies and gas resources should teal developments are lo- impacts caused by the de- reduction in open space re- modern and integrated de-
contained in this Chapter conserve and minimize the cated Inside municipal velopment quirements. sign which encourages Wino-
and Chapter 23.24,26 and impact on the land. boundaees in utbon growth 3. R.Policy 2.2. Ap- G. V.God and policies. votian,flexibility,variety and
27. 2. C.Policy 9.1. the bauntlalesor nodes.the 1-25 paatlons for residential de- I. R.God 7.Ensure the efficient use of land while
3. C. Policy 3.2. County encourages oil and Mixed Use Development velopment should be re- that adequate public ser- being compatible with cur-
New commercial develop- gas drilling activities to be area or other areas where viewed in accordance with vices and faculties are avail- rent regulations and the ob-
ment should demonstrate coordinated with seasonal adequateseMcesa dinfro- all applicable pdicles and able to serve the residential jectiyes of zoning laws. A
compatibility with existing production schedules. structure ore obtainable. goals contained in this development. PUD must provide for neces-
surrounding land use in 3. C. Policy 9.2. F. Estatezaed develop- Chapter. 2. R.Policy 7.1. The sary seMces and amenities,
terms of general use,build- When feaible.existing ser- ments are mare rural,and C. R.3.God and policies. and use applicant will dem- and should seek to preserve
ing height,scale. density, vice roods should be utilized are characterized by larger onsirate to the Board of or enhance a site's unique
traffic,dust and noise. fo provide access for stand lots,Ilriled urban amenities, 1. R.Goal 3. Con- County Commissioners that natural as well as scenic
4. C. Policy 3.3. gas activities. - Imitedlvestockoid/a other versonof oploulturd land to adequate sanitary sewer characteristics and minimize
Neighborhood commercial 4. C.Policy9.3.De- non-urban components. other uses may be occom- and water systems ore wail- the impocf on transportation
uses will be allowed in rest- termination of the amount These types of residential a tncdated when the subject able to all residential level- facilities. To this end, the
denial areas. These com- paid by new development developments are generalry site is In an area that can sup- opment,and that the road- Panned UM Development
martial uses will consist only for suchaddtland Cash may located in areas at the out- port such development. way facilities providing ac- considered the preferred
of neighborhood oriented include evaluation of indi- skirts of municipal bound- 2. R Policy 3.1. Re- cess to the property are od- method of development,
rosiness. Commercial uses rect benefits such as soles ones or between towns,and gronal cornpatIbtity wit be equate to meet the require- particularly for mixed use
ham service a greater area and use totes generated by must be planned In relation considered when residential ment of the proposed de- developments.
Than the neighborhood and residents:construction jots to the infrastructure obtain- uses are proposed. velopment,
create undesirable impact, and the associated ec0- able and compatibility of 3. R Policy 32. The 3. R.Policy 7.2. Apr Sec.22-2-230. Planned
such as increased vehicular nomic impacts:support of land uses, size and density of residentd plicatlons for resitlenttal de- unit development gods and
traffic,are not considered commercial and industrial G. PUD zoned residential development shall be deter- velopment should be re- policies.
appropriate in residential operations that pay higher developments may include mined by the infrastructure viewed in accordance with The following goals
neighborhoods. Property taxes than resider- the above mentioned R- and services that ore wail- all applicable provisions of and policies are established
D. C.4.God and policy. fiat properly:housing for the Zone Districts or the E-Zone able. this Code. for planned unit develop-
. I. C. Goal 4. A work face necessary to the District,or may be port of a D. R.4.Goal and polices. 4. R.Policy 7.3. Ap- menet
good working relationship economy:and other indirect master planed.meted use I. R. Goal 4. Prat plcantstar development m nt are A. PUD.1. God.
veto enihepaolaarW ore C. development. See Chapter
27 for mote efficient and cost-ef-icf responsible of o to determinethe I. PUD. Goal i.
vote County
an asset.onset The J. C.10. Goal and poll- 22ther in and Chortler rng dries delivery of public to- status o well of tgh the bonsMaintain land use repcla-
suppor should contrite its cies. furthPassed
dfUmtievetemeIng dnt andlservicespm to ids- Colorado Division Water dos that review development
County e t
ft organizations I. C.Goal 10. Pro- Hanned siden ial develop , development a tlit H. R.8. pa combine
amb nt
which e foster its&economic mote a fee ityof enviraymea- rn Residential dez filar. H. R.B. Goal. Ws proposals whichtinCol(2)or
development. winch&free of unsightlybut no ono- leant on agriculture idedto° in zoned he 2. R. encolicyourage
4.1.a The I. a Goal 8. The men by right ri s,two(2)which
2. C.dolicy evelo I.ent tied Io. dldIng bur mhilrt* Iarespovid6tl tO is tt the coupast uldtom of urban ea resryuedll develbetween pore t mpeiezone mannerQ alias
--ants for lse the quernt- tied s. derelict vehicles. production cof pilot
to arolc- compact tomsby purbarnde- residential development panned unit manner
its hilly ascla6 theamof refuse and litter cammalte low intensity
velopment grawt to rur resin and existing surrounded, planned unitthedevelopmentd.Mtlan
`andnu source of',etc
2. Cminers shoo 10A.- commodore low Intensity dental growth urban land uP.9,Gar a policetl. a forth g to the 21-I-Ca t
rice de the wnd- Pro°niterly rateresponsibility
at development. '- bpi-cloy aria and I. R.9.Go a and patties. set forth in Section 241-40o-
bomen
rvice pro- onsirate of hale areas where urban 1. ,At new this Coe. Inane/fWp too-
t during ownership by minimizing Section 22-2-21O Romblon- saM re ces a akaady oval- residential development motethe PURI:conic!de-
velopment review. the man Open space atwUd be .
Canty rA cooperate with deigned maccessible
ndlocao abbe d. PUD.Polley 6.1.4. and 5)o Planned Tronspa- policy. Oh of effective land use
the development applicant qty accesble to all the features
such
of MILKS site tenon Netwdk. I. MUD.Gaol 3. To *inning g Public services are
to achieve the ebjectvet d reeltMhalpe project and features such as toPogra- a. The land uses delin- provide efficient andequatf- government services such co
the applicant while ensuing usobaio open shrine arsd phy.vegetation,aid water sated in the Structural Land ?active delivery of adequate. police and fire protection,
the paced meets al heath recreation. Sane planned courses should be consid- Use Map 2.1,the most recent public facilities and services serviceshealth and welfare,
and safety needs meets the unit developments may not erect in the project design. copy of whichs an file at the which assure the health, and educational services
intent of the zone dsdct(s) require common open e. PUD.Policy 6.1.5. Clerk to the Board's Office safety and general welfare and Programs. Pubic Meth-
applicable to the lore use space depending on their All new develoPment should meit p ofM Department of Pion- the present and urerese ties ore physical structures
proposed:meets the intent type,density,or other fac- comply with the the TTransporter- ningSenAcesanddade 22.4, dents of the County and the and infrastructure such as
of the gods expressed in tthishe tors. Section of this chapter. pranctesappc¢Wfe levels area. schools. libraries. roads.
section:andy sto the 4. PUD. Policy 4.3. Access to properties should of fakes and sevices for 2. MUD.Policy 3.1. maintenance facilities,wet-
Weld
County Comprehen- Conservation of natural ate Preserveheexding or future the entire MUD area. These New development should ter distribution systems and
eve Plan. features such as topogra- function of roads and high- components Ore defined In avoid adverse Impacts to sewage treatment McPhee
B. PUD.2. Goal. phy,vegetation.and water ways affected by the pro- Ctwpter26.Midst Section surface and ground water Municipal governments,
I. PUD. Goal 2. courses should be coned- posed development Allele- the- 26-2-20.C. of the Weld quality and should Mole- county governments,spe-
Conversion of agricultural ere the project design velopment circulation Sys- County Code. merit techniques to con- clot districts erect µn and private
long to urban residential E. PUD.5. Goal and terra should be designed so C. The Urban Develop- serve such resources. All corn:ones are capable of
commercial and industrial policies. that it does not disrupt high- ment Node is pl
anned as: unit developments providing such services and
uses will be encouraged I. PUD. Goal 5. pat'travel. The trarec ion- 1. A site location of within the mixed use devel- facilities.
when the subject site is lo- De uittes 'tie that Oflequote pact of Meproposed level- concentrated urban devel- opment area shall use the B. Because of the ex-
interg Mideof intergovernmental
agree-
e- are ales0nd public services cooedMat conform to the 'Dement located along or sanitary sewage disposal fa- pense and imited available
intergovernmental agree- ore available to serve the standardeestadPhed by the adjacentto the intersection ditties provided by the sip funding, allocation of
ment area. urban growth PUD or zone district. Department of Public Works of two(2)or more roads In propriate sanitation districts. public facilities and services
boundary area. I-25 Mixed 2. PUD.Policy 5.1. and the Colorado Deport- the state highway system:or PUD water supply systems is important. Revenue to
Use Development area.u- Creatveand innovative sip- ment of Transportation. 2. A mayorconcen-
that should be provided by a ru- support public services and
ffieadequent nodes.a crouches to obtaining pp_ Dedication and Improve- n of development ifnat rat water district,company, facties in unincorporated
where ldequate services equate fact es and public anent of roofs and frontage requires appropriate intro. nevi-gallon or municipality. Weld County is usually gen-
are available.This god is in- services will be considered. roads may be required as a structure,well-designed and D. MU0.4. Goal and °rated by levying properly
tended to address convey- 3. PUD. Policy 5.2. condition of development managed rood access and policy. taxes and user fees.
eon of agricultural land to All new develTraneni should G PUD.. Goal and high
ese The boundaries 1. MUD.Goal4.Fo- C. The type.intensity and
th are Me inetween bill- address the Transportation opiates. of these areas ore identified dirties and infrastructure location of a land use pro-
bes ezonedur between uses Section of this chapter. Ac- I. PUD.Goal7. All as being located within a which are included in this pose(are factors that veter-
nthezonedagrlculturaldis- cess to Properties should pre- new planned unit develop- one-quarter mile radius of area should beevduoted in mine the type and level of
tMet and other°wed ernes serve the existing or future ment should pay its own two(2)or more roads in the order tmote a b crepon- services and facilities re-
that allow urban uses. In ways on of roads and high- wolf state highway system. The cies,promote o better un- quired. Effective and ePo-
pecte on, this goal is ex- affected by the pro- 2. PUD. Policy 7.1. development standards in derstanding of growth dy- dent deivery of services and
peeledhecosrlbutetomW- ' posed development. All Provide mechanisms these areas are based upon nontics in Meese°.avoid du- facilities can be promoted
taxes g the cosh to County developrrenidredpllansys_ whereby new PUD pot's for the impacts which urban economies
on of services,provide by assessing the needs and
taxpayers of providing°dell- tamst oes be designed s0 the costs of infrastructure el- development will hove on economies of scale and en- impacts of a land use pro-
banal public service in rural that it does not disrupt high- recto/related to the devel- the lorotam,requiring the sure coordination of notch peed.along with the existing
areas for uses that require way travel.Ic rood
ffic impact oprnent. application of urban use pal,county,regional,state. and planned capabilities of
services on an urban level. to the pubic roo system of • 3. PUD.Policy 7.2. standards which are located and other growth policies the service and facility pro-
C. PUD.3. Goals and the proposed development Determination of the in Chapter 23 of this Code. and programs. eiders at that location.
deices. shall contorm to the stop- ,amount paid by new Mee(' The urban development 2. MUD.Policy 4.1. D. One basic objective
I. PUD. Goal 3. dards established by the aptnent la such a- UrbanfesaeSate delinetStetThn the New tlevelopment should of the County is to plan and
Meintaln land use repute- Department of Public Works costs may Include evalua- Urban Growth Boundaries consider compatibility with coordinate a timely,orderly
lions that vlow Cowry oft& and the Colorado Deport non of indirect benes wch Map.the most recent copy . existing surrounding lend use and efficient arrangement
pros to review development ment of Transportation. -as sales and use taxes gen- of which is on pleat the Clerk in terms of general use,build- of public facilities and ser-
propOl m swhich may ca Dedication and Improve- erated by residents; con- tothe Board's office and the ing height,scale, density. vices. In accomplishing are
bile uses of by tight in two(2)' mentroods and frontage structbn jobs and the asso- Deportment of Planning Ser- traffic,dust and noise. objective,municipalities are
or more zone districts, or roads may tee required asp dated economic impacts, vices. E. MUD.5.Gad and Pct considered to be the ptncl-
whlch In some manner condition of development. support Of Crmmertha and 3. Land Use Com- des. pd provider of services and
qualify as aaarvredsaW de- 4. PUD. Policy 5.3. Intlufrdo ta that pay ponenis ore delineated on 1. MUD.Goal 5. Al (militias for urban uses.
vetprtnen forthdrlg to the Creative and lnnevaal rod higher property taxes than Structural Lap Use Map 2.1. new development in the E. Municipalities helve
definition set forth n Section preaches to Internal road residenlblproperty housing located in Appendix 22-H, Mixed Use Development the ability to coordinate the
24.1-404 to Code. systems war be eadiersjper, teethe work face necessary the most recent copy of area and urban develop- provision of
of(adequate urban
and PUD. Policy 3.1. F. PUD.6. Goal to the economy;and other which is on file at the Clerk meet nodes should pay its facilities and services under
it callen fa°planned potpies. Indirect benefits to the Board's office and the own way. powers granted by state
uni
t development within a 1. PUD.God&Res. H. PUD.B. Goal. Departmental Planning Sep 2. MUD. Policy 5.1. statutes and the Constltu-
municipdity's urban growth mote efficient and costsl- 1. PUD.Goal 8.The vices. Provides mechanisms ton. The adopted urban
boundary area should be fedtive deivery of Imres Marealffin Of minerals arpol whereby new development growth boundary areasore
reviewed in accordance and public n the and services and gas resources should Sec.22-2-250. MUD Goals pays for the costs of infra- the mast logical areastaris-
with the urban growth PUD a district cametMe landandenini- and policies. structure directly related to ban development to occur
bounday and planned unit 2. PUD:Policy 6.1. rtes the impact on Planned The following gods and soli- the development. Municipalities ore designed-
devebpmentgdahandedh Aprprrent pionnedsntde- t. Devebpzenis. Iles are established for 3. MUD. Policy 5.2. to accommodate entan-
cies: veopnent or expo tat d i PUD.9. Goal and mixed use d1. Goal
Evaluation of the fiscal im- trotbnsot development and
3. PUD. Policy 3.2. an erasing planned ua de- Poicies A. MUD.1 Goal and pacts of new development are in a position to plan the
Aneiian ca for a planned velopment should be sub- 1. PUD.God 9 Pro- policy, shall include tbenefits expansion of existing facibles
unit development evelopment within or ject to the following prow- movie o quarry environment 1 MUD.Goal 1. To such as sales and and use taxes and services, as well as to
algolaing Len unineorPOrded eons a other adopted go. which is free of unsightly plan and to manage growth generated by resident can- coordinate the develop-
community ewedin should be re- lotions by the Board of mderlas,including but not and to provide for ease of dstruction jets and the as50- merit of new facilities and
viewed in accordance with County Ceemdsecnery: rlimitedetae to.derelict vehicles, inclusion n the 1-25Mixed Use dated economic Impacts; services.
the andpd planned
p. PUD.Policy&1.1. Mae aria Wier Development area and ur- support of commercial and F. Alternative facilities
naynno planned unit devel- Flexible design elementsofa 2. PUD. Policy 9.1. bon development nodes so Industhd property taxes
and service systems(farex-
apnentgods and pdyyies planned unit rcarratxrens Ropety owners should deco as to balance relevant fiscal, higher property taxes than ample Special Districts)may
4. PUD. Policy 3.3. should consider compabe te responsibility of environmental, aesthetic residential property:housing be used for urban type de-
An unitdecollonfa°piaaned Ity with existing and planed ownership by minimizing ontl economic components fairs work face necessary velopment within the I-25
unit development in areas uses en odpcent nnedu -if safety and health hazards of the area. to the economy;and other Mixed Use Development
designated tor be revcultud and within the planned dill remainglicm,but not limited 2 2. MUD. Policy 1.1. indirect benefits. area. urban development
we should reviewed in development. Design ele- 10,derelict siactiaes,der- An 1-25 Mixed Use Develop- F. MUD.6.Goal. nodes or urban growth
accordance with the ogr1- marts to be considered in- slid vehicles and noncom- ment area and urban devel- 1. MUD.Gad 6.The boundary areas with certoln
cultural and planned unit elude,but are not imited to medal junkyards. opment nodes should be es- extraction of esourcas and di restrictions. 'The alternative
development goasand pole general use.scale,denitl. 3. PUD. Policy 9.2. the St eat and delineated on and gas resources should facility and service systems
diet architecture.animas be- Develop programs for the Structural Land Use Map. conserve the Iona and mini- must comply with the stan-
D. R/D.4.God and poll- Moen buliing&building set- clearwp derellet property. B. MUD.2. Goal and mice the Impact en Planned dards set forth in this Chop-
des backs building height,street junk and weeds. policy. and Unit Developments. ter and Chapters 23 a 24
1. PUD.Goal 4. En- trafficdesign, afic Imrrpact,off- I. MUD.Goal 2. To G. MUID.77 Goal and poll- of this Code. Systems that
courage creative op- street pairing open space, Sec.22-2-2p. 1-25 Mixed assure a egrated.bd- des. are proposed to be located
pent withtransportation wit result in en- and larpscaping. Urban Development Nodes. tern which meets the public Promote a quality erwian- growth boundary area may
Wenrnenhof aster,tlnet Identity b. PUD.Policy 6.1,2. A. The Mixed Use Dever- need with maximum OM- ment which is tree of un- be required t0 develop In
and Caracter. A planed drys deveede'wid canard Plan(MUD)and ur- ncy.comfort,safety and sightly materials, including such a manner that they ore
2. PUD. Policy 4.1. which ncude5 a acs send ban growth nodes are in- economy. but not limited to,kpperabls compatible with the stan-
Flexbledeegn elements ofa useMabelprovde common tendedto provide°tondo- 2. MUD. Policy 2.1. vehicles,refuse and litter dards of the municipality
planned unit development ape tspacetrees or pewit ton to enable the County Ai proposaslor commercial, 2. MUD. Policy 7.1. most likely to phase services
should consider committal- streets driveways pp6tleg sip Its citizen to make sip kndustrbl and residential de- Proper responsibility
lddem- into the area.They also tmay
ote
My with existing and planned areas. The common open eroptlotu decisions regard- velopment within the 1-25 onstrate wnersh responsibility of be required to meet state
uses on adjacent properties space should be designed ing future development Mixed Use Development ownership by minimizing regulations and standards
and within the planned unit and located to be sadly Mein
ervatl pecifenaea.Car area and urban develop- safety and health hazards G. Indetadequg service
m ess t ment. Design ale oohs pr etodlthe resident totesoh of natural re- ment node Overlay district resulting from,but not knifed and facility adequacy fix s
men%to be considered n- dthe pdeet andanclumblefer sources, development of should use the RID applco- to,derelict structures.der- land use propped,a s the
dude,but are not limited to: open space recreation. quarry communities prow- ton process and regulations. ei vehicles and non-cam- pok
p yoftheCountytocon-
general use.score.density. Songamedueadeyer Sonia ap. Son regional M lcenand The PUD process will allow srcial junkyards. shier any evidence submit-
architecture. distance be- mentsmay not require can eniployment opportunities. developers flexibility and va- 3. MUD. Policy 7.2. ted by the representative ntativeof
swam bale-p building set- man open space depend- andmain key integ- eeryrwmdWts ottereshies Develop programs for an entity responsible for pro-
backs,burping height.street rig on heir type,style and sty are the key factors ent of products, services and junk
p of weerelict property. vidlng such services ex the traffic penimpacts,sipoff- density. ire this type of development uses. It will also give the de- junk and weeds. ties. In O um ,the fdbw-
sheet perking,open space. c. PUD.Policy pro. pion. Mixed Use Develop- explain
r an opportunity to - Ng minimum service and fat
privacy.sigrpge,screening The developer should pro- merit Plan Land Use Prince- explai the development ARTICLE ill cllity standards must be met
and landscaping. vide for of all nte- pals such as the 1-25 MUD plans to surrounding land in determining if public ser-
3. PUD. .2 A nonce of all commonly and urban growth nodes, owners and the County so Land Use Amenities vices and facilities are°d-
efaned unit development shared long ontl faciities are based On five central that important information' equate for residential,cam
which Includes a eeadentld The County should not bear ideas and enter : 1)Em- about land use compaabi4 Sec.22-3-10. Public faced medal and industrial devel-
naeMould provide ale slams Or ce tar a y pbyment Center Develop- Ity end services facilites or ties and services. apmernt.
patriot open space free of of maintenance for any ment,2)ntercanedlsn of utilities needed to serve the A. The effective and et4
or pas sheets driveways contnvty siesee o-inca to- Community. 3)Consistent proposal are t determined to dent delivery of adequate Sec.22$20. Fire protec-
St aaikiq dram, The can creek earItle pared unit Land the Standards.4) Ae. be adequate. public services is one of the hon.
dev'elripleen proprlate Zoning Mixture, C. MUD.3. Goal and pansy purposes sip ben- A Reproteclbnlsobo-
I
sic Poznan requited fa de- preceptsa,d other olden lo cabal SeMCes and facilities than goals and polices. Recreational Facilities Mop year. The Airport is di:titled
velopment=titles in the sued or made by lawful au- should be encouraged to Io •-
County. tit the County Way directed to the Sher- cote within a municipality, Sec.22-3-70. Road class- ' and in the most current as a general utility airport.
County.
enco °gestt where and itt;and urban growth boundary actions.
i Roadway Classification Pon capable of accomnotlat-
u hawheneverpoulblefireser- 3. Apprehending area. l-25 Mixed Use Devei- The County'sroadsys- appravec by the hoard of upoltypesol genera avo-
vice providers should utilize and securing any person for apnent area,urban dove- tams includes arterials,col- County Corrmvssioners. lion aircraft.
should
al highest available equip- violation of state statutes extent nodes or where ad- lectors and local roods. It B. An Obstruction and
Sec
fit, standards and ser- and,when directed by the equate services are avail- generally serves travel of a .22-3-90. Scenic road Approach Overlay District
es, the County realizes Sheriff.this Code. able, countywide nature rather byways. Zone has been established
A The Pawnee Buttes to address Incompatible
riot often ltreprattb ecn pro- B. Law enforcement 3. P Policy 2.2. De- than statewide. The .
elders ore volunteer rurd fire should inCkude the provision vebpment will be required County's road system cans+ Scenic Byway represents the building height Reference
F
Mats with limited service of acts and duties required to pay its proportional shore lutes routes where adorn. oily scenic roadway tlesrg should be made to the
noted within the County Greeley/Weld County Air-
abilities and personnel. by the Sheriff when re- of the local costs of infra- nont travel distances are
Therefore,thefdowirgdon- quested by a citizen.' structure improvements. shorterond speeds are more The scenic byway begins in port Master Plan regarding
Ault.hovebeen developed 1. The sheriff is en- 4. P.Policy 2.3. In moderate than those typi- Ault.routes east along High- other issues of incartpatidl-
ds
fadeglmteltreprotection couraged b re develop fad evduating clad use appli- tally associated with the way 14 then travels north- ity
a
which we be considered as agreements with other law canon,the County will con- state highway system. See ward through the Pawnee C. Airport site develop-
cinemsm unless more shin- enforcement agencies to sider bathes physical and fis- the most current Roadway nee B Grasslands,passing the Paw- ment and operations can-
pon
gentsandardssuchrefixed make certain dl areas of the cal impact on the local Classification Fan approved nee Buttes before turning pad suroundinn lands uses
fire protection are required -County have prompt re- school and fire district. If it is by the Board of County south on Highway 52 and and surrounding land uses
ending-t Fort Morgan. This are i reurtont to meet the specific de- sponse_ found that the district in- Commissioners. For charoc- land use a d
mends of individual land C. 'Law Enforcement e a valved we,as a result of the teristibs of the classifications scenic byway 4 identlfietl on zoning issues,and n ecessi-
usea. basic provision required for proposed development,re- listed below, refer to the State Highway maps. Ap- tote continuous planning to
Prate
1. A rural water sys- development activities in the quire additional facilities or Roadway Classification Plan. Ilse
route signs delineating avoid conflicts. Noiseeens-
tern must have sufficient vol- County.TheCountyencaa- incur costs requiring add.- A. Arterial roads. Afterlife °uteareshategicatylo- five areas,such asvesltlan-
tine each day of the year to ages that where and when Moat local revenues, the roads provide for trip lengths COtetlbkeep the motorist tial developments.certain
control and extinguish any possible law enforcement land use project will be re- and travel densities for sub- on the appropriate route uses and structures have ha-
and dl potential h fires at e provision should utilize the cared to conMbute funds to slantioi or can travel
tywde tr . Through the Pawnee Grass- dltionalty caused conflicts
the
proposed development site highest available equip- the district for the costs di- B. Collector roads. Collats-
hall Byway utilizes with established activities al
a zone district. ment, standards and ser- rectly attributable to the lector roads expedite move- theei151hg gravel rrvxiv that most airports.molten pose
2 Roods sg the vices. The County realizes project in accordance with ment of traffic in the local ate regal°Ay maintained by a hazard to aircraft. To W&
o ervin
development must have a e geographic size of Weld the law. area.Collectors serve o dual the County wale this problem,an Airport
Me
surface that is sufficient to County and sellshlve to prat function between mobility B NO other scenic by- OvBriOy Detect has been es
ways are provided for in this loblished.
hovel every do/of the year vide a basic level of low en- 5 P. Policy 2.4. and land access by can-
to the purposed carolling forcement service with the Multi jurisdictional coardina- netting locdrools to at Pte. D. The Tn-County Airport
and extinguishing any and abllitiesond personnel wail- ion of seMces and facilities ais. Collector roads serve is a mall general utility ar-
dipatentialfiresatthepro- able. wit be encouraged unless it smaller communities and Sec.22-3-103. Regional port/airpark located in
southwest Weld County.
pr°
rased development site or will lead to development neighborhoods. ris'
rased
zone detect. Sec.22340. Pubic face- that is not compatible with C. Local roads. Local Federal and state leg- north of west ofC Colorado
3. The water supply ties general requirements ottser County godsend pals- roads provide direct ap- taw pl requires ire County no- 7 and of County Rood
systemsersnng the proposed The following services cies. Poaches tolndlvkwdpop eon planning. The 3. The Tn-County Airport
pbW an ati
development site or zone and facilities m be deter- erties. A local road shat organizations.
The two(2) -serves light single-and twin-
development
Bail-
district must deliver a mini- mined adequate aid in ac- Sec.22-3-W. Transport°- move the traffic from a de- The upper engine aircraft in Weld,Boul-
mum of We hundred(500) cadence with the require- tiara. veloped area and lead it Front Range and the North der and Adams counties,
pollen per acute at twenty ments set lath in this Chop- A. The Cornty'strospo- into a collector rood. Loed Front Range Transportation conducting approximately
(20)pounds per square inch ter and Chapters 23 and 24 Caton system is intended to County roads are designed
PlanningRegions represent fifty thousand(50.000)an-
resdiapressurefrthxty(30) of this Code par to the zon- provide for the sole aid effi- for lower speeds and lover the diverse hxbari and rural mud aircraft operations.
notes of the County. Each . E. There are several
minutes. ing of a parcel for develop. cent movement of people traffic volumes.
4. The initial travel ment or the development of and goods through the D. Road access. Somebf mesa panning organza- smaller private-use airports
time to arrival at location of an industrial. commercial. Canty. Maintenance of a degree of access control tans has developed a plan throughout the County.
a lire a emergency should residential or planned unit good transportation system should be included in ihB la the future growth of the these airports serve personal
'-y less than fifteen(I5)min- developmentsubdNsion: opens the door for eco- development of any road, region. To provide for the needs and ore generally
s from the time a coil is re- A. Availability of on ad- nomic viability, The State particularly a new facility logical growth of thus region. simple dirt landing strips.
avert from the dispatch equate water systems: and County road systems where the likelihood of con- the County should coodi- Typical uses of these landing
center providing service. B. Availability ofa on ad- should provide a functionally m lop martial development exists, "°w with mesa donning or- strips ore generated by agri-
5. Any proposed equate sewer syst Integrated roadway net- The functional Clarification and other re- cultural spraying and light
em:
development ozonedistrict C. Availability of an ad- wok. of any road should be CO port planning organize- engine recreational uses.for
fa the purpose of develop- equate transportation sys- B. Recognizing that ex- dnated with the land use flora h°vegimpeding,contiguous bar- example. The location a d
ment should be located tern: pan/onal urban/rural devel- plan to ensure that the de- dots wilt'a Impacting,the use of these smeller
amass
withn afte-nlle codas of a D. Availability of ad- apment andresultng higher Bred degree of access con- County. ore determined by need
rural fire protection station. equate fire protection; traffic volumes and speeds trol can be maintained
antlevauatetl on°siteape-
Sec.22-3-110. U.S.&5 cons- cific basis.
b. Theentiprovtd- E. Availability of ad- are inevitable,agricultural through the pzovisions of
ty
ing fire protection should equate law enforcement; operations must share the Chapters 23,24andthe most '
have the ability to respond F Availability of ad- responsibility for safe high- current Roadway Classlllca- A. U.S. Highway 85 be- Sec.22-3130. Rail trans
with a mld a n-am of two(2) equate school tamer d ways by utilizing all safety flan Plan approved by the iwpen Wyoming and the potation.
Denver
firefighters per pumper G. Availability of ad- precautions available when Board of County Commis-
7. Metropolitan Nee Is A. The Burlington North-
firefighters Fire protection equate parks and open entering and using the stoners
a vital condor providing a ern Santa Fe(BNSF)operates
shot be provided twenty- space. cane road system. i.e.Es- trarupanation link serving all on east/west main line
four(24)hours a daY. costs,warning lights,restrict- Sec.22-3-80. Pedestrian of Weld County. through southeast Weld
a The Intention of this Sec.223.5). Public fall- Ol •ing use at night d during and bicycle paths B. With this in mind,the County,connecting Denver
Section a to provide a�mnini- IN and service gaols and periods of Iowvisidlity. A. The involvement of - Colorado Deportment Oi with major Midwestern mar-
Section level of proteWion policies. C., Established standards pedestrians and bicycles in Transportation hos tom- kets. This line averages
against the destruction of ire The following goals should guide the develop- traffic is a safety consider pleted the U.S.Highway 05 twenty-five(25)hon nave-
-a property from lire. The and policies are established ment of the transportation alien in highway planning Comtlorft the tlaess the merits per day through the
a
local jurisdiction
having the far pc fates and set- system throughout the unin- an a d design.Pedesteonso ability of corridor to ettl- County. BNSF also operates
ciently move traffic The Up- an unsignaled,slow speed,
authority to enforce their vice'. corporated areas of the 'bicyclists are o part of the .
adopted fire code may A. P1.Goal and point. County.The Roadway Clos- roadway environment.and per Front Range Regional twenty-five
hove additional require- T. P. Gaol 1. Pro- Vachon Pion,the most re- attention must be paid to Planning Commission has line between Greeley and
menhthat wa e not listed. mote efficient s cost-et- cent copy of which is on file their presence in rural as well recommended the Ample- Fort Collins with a total train
C. Areas outside deter- lathe deirvery of pan to- at the Clerk to the Board's as urban areas. menlateon at an Access movement of one(1)per
minekeprotecibndstricts c111Hesand seMces office and the Deportment B. The bicycle hos be- Management Flan which is day.
tli
or those districts which have ' 2. P. Policy 1.1. d Planning Services,idea'. come an Important element incorporated in an agree- B. The Union Pacific
not adopted standards shall Co soldalt nofpubic facts ties the roadway, railroad far consideration Inthe high- ment between all govern- (UPRR)operates a north/
dermouhate Mange prot o- tiesaseMcesadcacrdno and airport facilities in the way design process, Forht mental agencies in Weld south single track mainline
tone provided tothedevel- tion between providers Canty. Pedestrian,bicycle nately,it is practical for mwf ems Counties that withcentraizedtrattlocon-
opment as determined by should be encouraged tO, trolls and scenic road by- of the mileage needed fa have overland use trot between hisDe con and
the appropriate he protec- avoid duplication of costs ways ore Identified on the bicycle travel to be corn-
an along the U.5.Highway 85 Cheyenne. This r
district. and promote efficiency. Recreational Transportation prised of the street and high- corridor could support a passenger
D. In an effort to con- 3. P. Policy 1.2. The Facilities Mop way system much ositpas- Plan C. The Comprehensive Operation.UPRRoperaesfl-
serve quality water re- county will encourage the D. The Roadway Cl°ssifl- °nthexists.Paved shoulders ter recognizes.,
in this Chop- mainteen lS)trains per o°yonits
forces,especIo in outly- development d costetec- cation Plan reflects the and other°pprapriate tle- ton recognizeythe impor- main line. UPRR operates
and tome of preserving Highway efti- two to totour(2
wet line b tots on its
ing Oreant, low density in- lNehansterrsb enco au- Ca dint in for eas future. sign
erabl enhance
the
vehement,creative and in- lotion systems by a uses in - To maintain a reasonable siderably enhance the 85 caydthn encourages east and
west linebetween
novdwe approaches tonne ing higher density in the perspective of the County's safety and capacity of the candor C. The ntl Great re.
protection and prevention area around exeengmxip- transportation network,it is routes to bicycle traffic The est cooperation of all inter- C. Western
may be consideredpr as ate pallites,MxBd use develop- Roadwa Cl uPdates the ending street arid aihighway •eftec pallet. Railway(GWRR)operates
—Moved by the appropriate ment areas or acmmy ten- be mode.
The
iatian Plan system shill be utilized and
freight service from Larelantl
t dialect.For example:shy- tars.This that be The Impact of off road paths or hails should Sec.22-3-120 Airhanspor- and Milliken,Wintlsor to Johnstown
dgically locating fire hy- naximueefllclencyoa use major centers of employ- be encouraged. Callan and Longmont
with branches
Eao .
alanis for refill purposes areubic Kates. development
ment c cattle(signiflcantind C. Some municipalities C. The Greeley-Weold to Freight
cmnn and Eaton-
Obtg roodwoys.to sprinkler in public fa.Poli, development activities wtiMn the County haveIda- and on -ly half 23milis es east perghin prodsctsa,d of thher
systems on-sitetank or refer- 4. PPloy1,3 Any could Influence this Road- Plied a rstic pedestrian/bi- oofthe oCityof Gre miles agr.curnPaiochas, other
volt water stooge.etc. proposal for devzbpnserllc way Clson,-review
Plan. Fel cycle trails. Counties and north side
of Colorado High-
agricultural products.
the or atimda zone distal this reason, w of sgnifi- municipalities t the fig the way 63,of ColoradoCounty D. A tw potential il-oatconflicts
Sec.22-3-30. Low en- to the purpose of develop- cant proposals for changes boundaries of the County way s43,and 47
The h exists then land
uses ithin
farcement. merit should notpr,dae an ' in land use should be re- hovemadesimilar provisions has bee4 in operation
nce and rb other wthtl dun within
A Low enforcement undue burden on existing companled by a corm- for pedeshon/beyde paths. husband in ovides t since a the growth red boundaries
should include those acts county acetifies. spading review of this Sec- The logical extension and 1943 ouran provides thethe City and m nt area.
uni Do-
and duties of the Sheriff by B. P.2. Goal and poll- ion. All loads shall adhere development of these hale accCanty general
aviation ateat typeveio uses nd services Municipal
are
statestatutesandtheFlora cies to the camas set forth in will eventually lead to In- access to general u type uses and are
Rule Choler.These totinclude. 1. P. Goal 2, Re- the most current Roadway creased pepeshan/bicycle f°dtio p Greeley-Weld
dy business planned easwhich fir both of these
but are not limited to.the quireedegssleaheMBsah by cailoa Pan approved activity. Appropriate ac- Count p Airport
Is the he-herd areas pedestrian
in rafse
--wowing; safety d generalthe County
welfare E. In Commissioners. made on future road Im- po inst general aviation Or- and the number P t of ncion-
n-
�1ty jail and prisoners of the presePo County.
tut re re* E. In Order brave on et- The identified
nzafe SCION'. port in the aStccommodating
inr excess fats ce Potential by
dents of the County. aerttarepartononsyooem, The identified bicycle trails of one hundred
excess Hloh could be waded by
-- / all
and ex- 2. P.tPOICYthat re note re tbn Ytaorepot l- being promoted shownprocess on the sand ff.old l o figs)as othercrosi vg points tor froth from
(taker"and hasdimg5)per Other vehicular and dodes-
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Man traffic,and separating County should emphasize courage and promote cool- sewerage. des are«+ddeehed fa ark: six(6)subaectioss as follows:
nose-sensitive uses by cis- maintenance and upgrod- dilation and cooperation C. WA.3. God and poll- A. A1.God and policies 1. Transfers, pro-
once or utilizing noise ing Seeding transportation between ederd,state and des. I. A.God I. Morn- ceasing ad diversion.
abatement techniques. Venires over the provision of local 1. WA.God 3. The tats Notional As Quality Stan- 2. Find disposal.
E. At present, the new facilities in adeft0 pro- governmental entitles County wlllsifrve to maintain dards and, where pro011- 3. Exploration and
County's role in rail transpor- tact its investment.All new charged with molting deci- and protect water supply cable.Improve air quality in production waste.
tation is treed to land use County roods, streets and sions wNch may hove envi- cohveyances adequate to the County. 4. Biasolids and
considerations through the transportation facilities momenta'impacts on land sustain agriculturd land. 2. A. Policy 1.1. if Septage.
ockn.n ration of Chapter 23 should be designed o mini- uses and residents in the 2. WA. Policy 3.1. applicable.land use apps- 5. Hazardous waste.
of this Code. The primary mire future maintenance County. The County recognizes war- cations will demonstrate fu- 6. Agricultural
regulatory agencies are lo- costs. ter rights as private property hire impacts an current air Wastes.
cated of the federal and E. 7.5.God and policies. Sec.22-420. Water goal- but encourages the ratan- quality.
state levels 1. T. Gad 5. A ity. tion of water rights on owl- 3. A. Policy 1.2. Sec.22-4-90. Transfer,
F. Weld County encour- Roadway improvement Plan A. The County Is a semi- cultad property. Land use applications will be processing and dNersfan.
ages the preservation of roil and Rood Invent Fee Study aid region with a water Sys- 3. WA. Policy 3.2. evaluated by the Depart- Important compo-
canksas for future transpor- may be performed by the tern including aquifers,co- The County will favor appi- ment of Public Health and rents of wasten.4 we.nent
lotion uses. These corridors county to identify Road no's andreservdrs.Over the cations that return water to Environment fa compliance Inciude the transfer process-
are outlined in the North Capitol Improvements re- yeas.there has beena loge o abandoned agricultural with federal, state, and ing and aversion of roses.
Front Range Transpatotion quired to maintain on ad- Investment in baffles to cot- land for productive agricul- county statutes.regulations Transfer
AlternaltvesFeaebiityStudy. equate Level of Service lect an store water from the hid use. aid ordinances. refers to the movement of
(LOS)in o specified area. mountain snows and distrib- D. WA 4. God and poll- 4. A. Policy 1.3. waste from the generator to
Sec.22-3-140. Transporta- 2. T.Policy 5.1. The ute it to the plains where it cues. Weld County encourages other components at the
tion gods and policies. Intent of the Roodwoy im- can be used beneficially. I. WA.God 4. The the use and development of waste management pro-
The following godsendpdi- provement Plan aid Rood B. The development of County will strive to maintain alternative fuels, alterna- cess.Processing refersto the
clesae established la ham- indict Fee Study in a sped- water resources has astisted the quality of all water boot tively fueled vehicles and conversion of generated
dortatia: fled area is to assess the agriculture. Industry.corn- ies as outlined in the State modes of transportation that waste to reusable formsa to
A. TI. God aid pdicy. need forcapacityexpaean rmerce,Gres and towns. and Federal Water Quality reduce pollutants. a maresafe or efficient farm
1. T.Goal 1, Pro- and Subsequently impose C. The Water Quality Standards. 5. A. Policy- 1 4. for final deposal. Diversion
vide a unified and coord- rood impact fees within a Control Commission,a airs 2. WA. Policy 4.1. WeldCounty encourages in- refers to the removal atdfe-
noted countywide street specified area tonsure that zen board appointed by the Stormwater cdleation and novative and creative ap- use of waste through'Soy-
aid highway system which new development contrb- Governor subject to calk- treatment should be cored- proaches to alternative en- cling a other means.
moves people and goods in utes its proportionate shore matbn by the State Senate. ered for dl development. ergy sources.
o safe ecpnomicd and el l- .of the costa of provla'q,and defines water qualityregsa- the Sec.22.L100. Transfer.
cient manner. benefits fran the provision lion and policies in Colo- developer we be required to 6. A. Policy 1.5. processing and diversion
2. T Policy 1.1. The of. Rood Capitol Improve- redo.TheCdorada Deport- employ best management Open burning Is discour- goals and policies.
County should maintain a menus identified as needed ment of Public Heath and practices in the design of all aged except to the estab- The following goals
road classification system so to be butt in the Road Capl- Erwkomnent administers the stormwater facilities. lished practice of'agricul- and policies ore established
County roads are designed td ImproerrentsPlai(CIP). Water Quality Program 3. WA.Policy 4.2. Ir- tural burning' such as to for transfer,processing and
and maintained according 3. T.Policy 5.2. It is throughout the Stale. rigatbn ditches shall not be clear irrigation ditches and diversion:
to they parched function. the objective of the Weld D. As pat elite Lamer- used as curtail points unless fields for farming operations A. TPD.I. Goat aid pal-
e, T.2.God and policies. County Board of County Weld Region.AreawideWo- It Is shown to be wltnout Iles:
1. 7. Goal 2. A Commissioners aid the galv- ter Quality Management reasonable hazard and/or Sec.22-410. Noise. I. TPD.God 1. The
Countywide trail system erring bodies of patolpat- Pb' Weld Canty has been the ditch company provides Noise Wosarce a en- County expects its bush-
should be promoted to set- kg entitles to makethhe most identified os the responsible written acceptance of the viramental pollution.Expo- nesses residents and land-
vice transportation and rec- efficient use of their powers mo.ge.p m 4 agency for at stammwater. sure to excessive noise levels owners to prevent negative
- reatbnpurposes. bypntlyksplernentig pa- arras In the County outside 4. WA. Policy 4.3. over prolonged periods can impacts on human heath
2. 1 Policy 2.1. dna zoning and subdivision the urban service areas.As The developer she ncorpo- be a threat to public heath, and the environment from
County subdivisions should requirements fa the prove- ononogernent agency.the rate dl Floodplan Manage- Statutory noise standards waste processing adsposd.
consider internd trail systems smdroadcapitd improve- County hoso responsibility to ment programs and the have been established for 2. TPD.Policy1.1.
if appropriate ments for the specified area exercise land use authority Master Drainage Plan into areas where commercial.In- Land use applications wit be
3. T. Policy 2.2. to maintain an adopted based an water quality can- the new development plans. dusted and residential uses required to characterize the
County subdivisions should Level of Service. sderdlats. This responssti The County adopted the are located. waste stream associated
consider providing links to ity is partly fulfilled by evalu- South Weld 1-25 Corridor with the proposed land de.
regional roll systems. Sec.22-3-193. Tourism oting water quality confider- Master Drainage Plan In No- Sec.22-4-70. Noise goals 3. TPD.Policy 1.2.
C 13. God and policy. God. Plans associated with land vember of 1999 and all and panicles. The applicant shop submit a
1. T.God 3.The de- The following god is estab- -use proposals-in actor- stormwater designs within The following N.1 gods plan to manage waste that
sign al roads, streets and lished for tourism. dance wihthestaxiadsset the Tri-Town and Godding and policies are established is consistent with federal.
Nghwaysshould bemadeln A. TR.God 1. • north in this Chapter and drdnoge basins shot meet for noise: state and county statutes.
consideration to the ocean 1. TR. God I. he Chapters 23 and 24 of this the technical criteriaof this A. N.1. Goal and pot- regulations and adnances.
notation of adjacent land county shall recognize the Code. . report. cues. B. TPD.2 Goal and
Wes. Importonce of tourism and 5. WA. Policy 4.4. I. N.Goal 1. Mini- policy:
2. T. Policy 3.1. Es- recreation to local.regional Sec.22-4-3). Water gods The County encourages an rrze the I rycx.t of noise on 1. TPD.God 2. N
tablets policy standards for and agricultud economies and policies. overall water shed ap- County residents. facttiesin the County%%AC
the regulation dal cesesto (for example:Corn Mazes The following goals proach to water quality 2. N. Policy 1.1. handle, collect or process
streets and highways from County Fairs. Farm'male- and policies ore established rnonagement issues. Land use opplcatiauv4M be wastevAl mahtdn an active
adjacent land uses and in- ment Museums.etc.)and fa water: 6. WA. Policy 4.5. evaluated by the Deport- rote in solid waste m anage-
tersecting roads. shall encourage the prove- A. WA.I. God and poll- Animal feeding and dairy ment of Public Health and ment resource recovery of
D. T.A.God andpolicies. sionof urban and nons-urban. des. operatlonsstpll comply with Environment fa cdnpkance such waste.
1. T.Goal 4.Provide services and fa;Wtlesneces- I. WA. Goal I. di opplicableCounty.State, with federal. state and 2. TPD.Policy 2.1.
a balanced approach to ' Say lathe continuation and County residents oresncour- aid Federal rules and regu- county statutes,regulations The County encourages
transportation system level- expansion of these actMtld aged to conserve water. talons. and ordinances. haulers and collectors of
opment,gluing due cored consistent with other goals 2. WA.Policy 1.1. E. WA. 5. Goal and 3. N.Policy 1.2. The waste to provide
erotiallod modesof travel. and policies of the Weld Landscaping using law wa- Policy. Department of Pudic Health composting and recycling
2. T.Policy 4.1. The County Comprehensive terusepaharnd water an- I. WA.God 5. De- and Environment will pre- options for customers.
County wit pion and main- Pion. servatbn techniques are vebpment will occur Inareas scribe noise level standards
torn a transportation system encouraged. where adequate water for land use applications Sec.22-4-110. Final dis-
tot unifies and coordinates ARTICLE IV 3. WA. Policy 1.2. quantity and quality is avoib when appropriate. posal.
with other state.county,city Applbdlan for new devel- able. Find disposal is the LL
and community transport- Environmental Resources. opment should Include pro- 2. WA. Policy 5.1. Sec.22-4-a). Waste. timate management option
ton systerm. visions for adequately ham- Policy Applications for pro- A. If managed carefully, fa waste which cant be
3. T.Policy 4.2. The Sec.22-4-10. Purpose. ding drainage aid for cm- posed development will as- waste can hove a positive diverted through other ap-
-utter of access pants on The condition of the trolling surface erosion or seas wobble watergtanity economic and envirormen- tlons. The County wants to
cdector and arterial roads environment has been of in- sedmentolbn within the site and quality. tai benefits. Energy produc- ensure that at find disposal
soul be kept too minimum creasing concern la the rest Itself. lion,and recycling and re- of waste is done 1n a man-
in Cider tonWxnszeinterrup- dents of the entire notion 4. WA.Policy 1.3. Sec.22.4-40. Air. source conservation are ex- ner protective of public
tons to traffic flow and to and the County. Erosion. Appllootlans fa new devet A. Stole Air QudityRegu- ampes of positive benefits. heath and the erMrorcient
demote safety to the tray- sedimentation, reduced opment should consider lotions and Policies ore de- However.it improperly man-
SON;Public. water quad'.loud produc- dual water systems that In- fined by the Air Quality Con- aged.waste can Impinge Sec.22-4-120. Final dis-
4. T.Policy 4.3. The live farmland and reduced caporatesepaate potable trol Commission,a citizen upon thepubb'shedlhand posal gods aid policies.
County should review and fish and'Midge habitats are and non-potable estet board appointed by the environment while confribut- The following F.I god
• determine that all road, a lewd the problems which B. WA.2. Goal and poll- Governor.subtract to calk- ing to nuisance Issues(ro- and policies are eetablWW
street or highway facilities ore facing County citizens, cies. motion by the State Senate. dents.cars,etc.). for final disposal:
oeadequate in width strut- Ennirarrental quality's bex- the Air Pollution Control DM- 8. The County encour- A. El. God and prides.
turd capacity and eassitco- Mcably tied to quality of life I. WA.Goal 2. The sion of the Colorado Depart- ages waste diversion and re- 1. F. Goal. NIII-
bon to meet the traffic de- and enjoyment of property. Canty will strive to maintain mend of Health administers source recovery from the nal disposal facilities in the
mpnda any bid develop- In order to preserve a Federal Drinking Water Stan- the Air Pollution Control Pro- waste steam. Personal re- County will locate.develop
ment. The County will,as a healthy O d positive quality dards in aquifers which pro- gram throughout the State sponsiblty. "buy recycled" and operate in a manner
condition of land develop- of life for County citizens,the vide drinking water for do- an a regional basis with local polices and the appropriate . that minimizes interference
ment,require improvement following principles should mesrc and public use. governments and local use of compost ore sug- with other agricultural uses,
of road-steels et highway be considered Ind land use 2. WA.Policy 2.1. health agencies. gested as stimulus ter re- rural settlement patterns and
facades proportion to their issues: As conditions warrant,appl- B. the County is commit- source recovery. existing residential caasxrnl-
respective impacts when A. Impacts from pro- cants proposing uhsewered led to maintaining oomph- C. Waste is both on im- ties.
dictated by traffic demand posed land uses on at,wa- division at land or develop- ance with all national air portant part of our local en- .2. F.Poilcy 1.1. The
and lad development pat- ter.waste.noise and public 'ment shall evaluate the Im- quality standard fa criteria vlronment and the County shall collect sur-
terns health should be coned- poets an groundwater opal- and hazardous pollutants. economy.TheCanlysMves charges from find disposal
5. 7.Policy 4.4. All ered. Any environmental Hy. C. In addition to em's- to ensure that: facilities which cawerwate-
road Sheet andhghwayfo- degradation from develop- 3. WA.Policy 2.2. aau of criteria and hazard- 1. Waste should be monitoring tars s.perlar eat
alines Shedd be developed meet should be reduced or Applicdbns for new devel- as pollutants,the County is handled in a manner that by staff.rood mplr maple,
constructed and paved in eliminated in order to pre- opment shall consider the concerned with nuisance protects human health and litter pick-up.public educe-
aced j a with adopted vent harm to life,heath and installation and marine- emissions of odor and dust. the environment both now tion, household hazardous
(-orr Standards. Road, property. nonce of managed and The County will encourage and In the future. waste collection or other
strweralQQhlghway rights-of- B. Agricultural land is a advance treatment septic development to Occur in a 2. Theavailability of cosh Identifiedby the Board
way ill be dedicated to limited resource of roar- systems topevent potential manner that minknzes these quality waste management of CountyCarratiners.
the public use and ad- norNc value and should be groundwater pollution. Impacts. options, at a reasonable 3. F.Pollcy 1.2.
ceped fa maintenance In protected from advelle as- 4. WA. Polley 2.3. glee.eats for County reel- Compatibility with waling
accordance with adopted viroanentd Whenever feasible, the Sec.22-4W. Air poop dents both now and in the and future land uses Went-
County Standards. kspacb. County encourages the in- aid polices. future. lied at the time of appeca-
6. T Polley 4.5. The C. The County sal en- corporation at community The following goalsand poll- D. Waste is divided into tion)must be derorMldM
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In term of including but not lion an enWidfg goner- one of the Casty's largest alio Wan several Of nese and enjoyment ANtanswa trot
liltedtoVaudIpact.pal- ties and wtdie resources. producers of agricultural sites for recreational actin- or occupants. Privately B, 0.2. God.
Kenn prevention,pollution 3. EP.Policy 2.2. All praducise the generation of ties such as fishing,hunting, owned lands are Oct guar- 1. 0.Goal 2. The
N.traffic,dust,noise. applicable land use apdico a large amount of agrlcul- shaolingspah and boating. anteed to remain traditional County will cooperate with
a scale and density. lions will be reviewed by the tural waste. Agricultural Maintaining wildlife habitats unimproved Iona,but can local, state and federal
..,structure.topographic Department of Pudic Health wastes result from the raising in sufficient supply is neces- be converted by the indi- agencies to identify. con-
form geology. operating and Environment for corn- of crops or animals,induct- say to encourage the social vidud land owner to other serve. protect,or enhance
plant desire and reelama- patiblity with federal,state Ing animalmanures,that are and economic benefit the usesthroughthe appropriate critical fish aid weldtfe habi-
tion plant and buffer zones and county statutes noun- returned to the soils as feria- County receives from this re- lad use process. tat by attempting to imps-
Land use incompatibility lions and ordinances. izer or sou conditioners. Im- source.Maps Widne Areas B. Park facilities and rec- rnent measures fa the pro-
may became an issue and properly managed agicul- -Existing.the most recent reational programs in the tectian or enhancement of
may require addtlond pith- Sec.22-41W. Bios olids tural wastes can impact copy of whichaa cleat the County are planned and such areas,
gallontdeNafnedlhat the and septage. public health. Agricultural Clerk to the Bood's office operated by the Federal C. 0.3. God.
teal dapoed facillly site is Like other wastes, wastes must be managed ondthe Deportment of Pion- Government,State Division I O.Goal 3. Land
causing negative environ- biadidsond septage waste and processed approprl- ring Services shows most of of Parlgad Outdoor Peas- use OctMty should preserve.
mental wtpocts. can rove negative Impacts ately to protect human Ord the lapartaltwlldaetgbtat atian.rruriclpallties,schools enhance and maintain sip-
4. F.Pdlcy 1.3. Ap- on human health and the environmental health. areas in the Canty.It should and recreational districts. nifcant or unique natural
propriate infrastructure. .environment. Improper dis- be noted that the Important The County Currently ape- laidfeatures.
which provides adequate pond of bbsads and Opel- Sect.22-4-270. Agricultural wildlife areas are often ates one(1)endl regional D. 0.4. Goal aid policy.
=can Ind dposd face- cation of septage waste can waste goals and policies. classy associated with lm- park near the City of I. O.God 4. Devel-
lalsregulrelfarapprovd. teed to healthproblemsad The following goals portant water supply and Greeley,Is considering de- aprnrent improvements
S F.Pdlcy 1.4. Ap- also.nuisance Issues. At the and potties are established aquifer recharge areas. veopl g other nssptace should minim visual sa-
ptcatcnt submitted for final sometime.these wastes ale for agricultural waste: oppatu rmgran Grading,road cuts
dlspesal facilities will be important resources to on A. AW.1 Goal and Poll- Sec. 22-5-30.Wlldute goals County,and encourages the and other site disturbances
evduoted by the Depart- agricultural community as des. • and policies. use of the Pawnee National ad should integrate new
merit of Pubic HealthGrasslands d soil enhancements and ter- 1. AW.Goal 1. Hu- The following goals and Crow Volleylandscaping with the westing
Erweamentfo compliance lilizers, when properly op- man and environmental and policies are established Recreational Area. ndurd landscape.
with federal. state and plied. helm impacts fromagricul- for winkle: C. The Canty contracts 2. O. Pdicy4.7Sta-
county statutes.regulations tural wastes wflbe minimized A. W 1. Goal and poll- with the City of Greeley to mason and land5Capmgof
and ordinances.Applicants Sec.22-4-160. B loso I cis by appropriate handling, ties. manage the Island Grove find ladfanns shall be re-
must demonstrate ad- and septage goals and poll- storage. and processing 1. W.Goai I. New Regional Pak which I can a-*edadrunoff contraled
equacy of access roods. ties. practice& development should be lo- posed of severd'4-H build- toNstaklevelsadconMnu-
gradesleachaleaddrain- Thefollowig S.1 gods 2. AW.Policy 1.1. caledaddesgnedtocan- ings on exhibition blding, ous maintenance of new
age contra,liners.fencing, and policies are astonished Weld County encourages serve critical ecosystem the Weld County 'Fair landscaping should,be m-
ate Improvements.reclana- for tinned and septage'. the composting Of Ogricu- components,icludng wet- Grounds and Stadium and sured.
lion plans, general opera- A. 5.1. Gal and Pdicies Idol wastes. lands. significant wildlife other•supplemental build- E. 0.5. Goal and pail-
l - seMcecxea permitted I. S. Goal I. 3. AW Policy 1.2. habitats ad migration ca- ings. These facilities are lo- ties.
aepadtyardrspace,buffer Biosolids and septage Weld County encourages ridors. Significant wildlife coed portly within the City I. O.Goal 5. The
zonrefard otterapprdprlale shodd be applied.handed the incorporation of 'Best habitat is defined as a geo- at Greeley and partly within county will stove so conserve
regiiements. and processed in a manner Management Practices' graphical area containing unincorporated Weld significant stands of trees
6. F.Pollcy IS. The that prevents groundwater when managing agricultural existing or migrating wtldife County. and shrubs, loge expanses
Carly may require new i contamination and mini- wastes. and a combination of the D. Special attention hos of prairie grasses and unique
nor deposal facility appli- mizes nuisance conditions. essential elements of food. been directed toward en- farms of vegetation and
cants to demonstrate that 2. S. Policy 1.1. All ARTICLE V water,cover and space in couraging parks.trails and sand area_
reccsCe recovery and racy- blasalkk and septage lad quantities sufficient to sup- recreatlanalfacefiesd vary- 2. O.Policy 5.s.ihe
deg programs have been application permits will be Natural Resauces pat a species. ing size and function Olag Cantywltsirte to conserve
adeglgglystudedas on al- reviewed by the Depart- 2. W.Policy 1.1.De- rivers, creeks, streambeds significant stands of trees
,+mats or component ment of Public Health and Sec.22S10.Rrtpose. velopment and design of and native national grass- aid yyllaalaunigrefons
Environment for campatibll- A. Because natural re- land uses which require lands. of vegetation.
221130. Exploration ill with the County Cade. sources are limited,it is crib- danage,excessive removal 3. O.Policy 5.2.&g-
adproduction waste. 3. 5. Policy 1.2. cal that a balance be a- of flparion vegetation and E. The central theme of natant stands of healthy
A. Alagednant ofwo- Weld County requires the tined increased growth °Iterations of river or stream the County's open space vegetolanshobeldenti fed
ter is extracted during the appropriate land applica- and the natural areas within banks shod be dscaraged gods and policies is to the during land review pro.
production of crude oil ad lion for disposal of blosollds the Canty. Each la d-d use in order to protect river a adoption of goals and p oils. Mse Critical stands should
nglud ga. The waste wo- and septage change effects the environ- stream quality and to pro- Iles which can minimize bepresesed whenever pos-
ter produced from explara- ment which may produce tact key wildlife habitat. conflict between areas for yore, mpavements houd
ton ad production(E&P) Sec.22-4-170. Hazardous undesirable results. Erosion 3. W.Policy 1.2. open space and urban de- be located to manlike the
waste Is frequents brackish waste sedimentation, reduced Conflicts with fish and wild- velopment.The open space. removal of vegetation.
or salty and must Be pro- Hazardous waste can water quality.lassof produc- life habitats and migration and natural resource man- 4, O. Policy
cessed and disposed of in a pose unacceptable levels of five farmland and reduced routesshall be considered in °gement goals and policies 5.3.Campotible,drought-to-
satsfactory manner 10 pro-- risk to numan health and the fish and wildlife habitat are land development. Novel- found in Section 22-5-50 be- want landscaping snood be
tech both human and env,- environment improperly a few of the problems fad- apments adjacent to rivers low currently function as the encouraged in Ot end use
ratmnental health. managed hazardous waste ing Weld County. and steams waterfowl or- only open space pion for an proposals.
B. TheCanNshdl monk has led to public health di- B. Natural resources are easand important a critical Incorporated Weld County. 5. O. Policy
tor ad report vitiations of sosters around the world.In both limited ad interdepen- wildlife cream shouldincorpo- Each municipality within the 5.4.Drainage channels
state odor regulations and addition.Household Hazard- dent. The misuse of any rate reduced dainties.ad- County has been asked to should be designed to incar-
graundwotenimpadisat E& ous Waste(HHW)such as ndudresaxcernayresulti equate setbacks and buff- include an open space vi- porate natural vegetation
P waste surface impound- paints are unregulated,but environmental degradation ered areas Non of lands,inlatheir urban and be constructed to can-
nnent facilities. nonetheless con pose on or destruction in order to 4. W.Policy 1.3.The growth boundary agree- form to the natural land-
C. Ground water con- unacceptable level of nsk. meet the goals and policies County will identify ad at- ments. scope: channelizatlon of
lamination must be pre- Therefore,HHWshould bed- identified in thiSection,offl- tempt to protect critical or F. The County has not natural drainage ways Is
vented by following state varied from landfills. The dais of the County,as well unique habitat oeosof high historically been involved in strongly discouraged.
regulations for cementing County hos a HI-4W program as each citizen,should take pubic value,such as had- land acquisition for open F. 0.6. God and policy.
wells. Including injection which provides alternative an octive rate in conserving tots of endangered or spore or parks. The Great 1. O.Goal 6. The
wells, to prevent commin- handling methods f or and preserving natural re- unique species,significant Outdoors Colorado Trust County shill encourage the
ging of water,oil.ad gas County residents. sources and the environ- viewingareasad breeding Fundadseverd Other fund- eradication of noxious
into other formations. ment.The primary elements and spawning areas. ing opportunities In the State weeds in an environmentally
Sec.22-4-180. Hazardous which follow should be B. W.2. Goal and poll- are making acquisition and sound manner. in compll-
Soc.22J140. Exploration waste gods and policies. evaluated in the review of cies. mdntenanceofapenspace once with state laws.
d a productian goals and The following H.1 goal County land use applico- 1. W.Gool 2. Trek- far more feasible for county I 2. O. Policy 6.1 The
Policies. and policies are established bans.However this does not tional wildlife uses such as governments. The County i5 County will maintain a pub-
The following goals for hazardous waste: mean that these are the only hunting.trappingandfistng currently addressing the lit education program re-
and policies are established A. H.1.Goal and policies environmental quality and in agricultural and needtapravideopenspoce goading the_erodication of
for erpbrobn and produc- I. H. Gar 1 The natural resource problems in nondeveloped portions of opportunitiesfa residents of noxious weeds.
Mar County encourages the the County. Rather the fat- the County ore beneficial. the County and hopes to G. 0.7. Goal and policy.
A. EP 1.God and policy: minimrizationandcarefulcd- lowing sections have been The County supports the produce a regionally Influ-I I. O.GOd 7. Prow-
l. EP.Goal 1. The lectian of hazarrtry is waste. dealt with in depth because maintenance of these wild- enced open space plan for Sion should be made for
County encourages the Further,the County requires of the importance they have life uses.An authorked hunt- the County. open mince in order to en-
minimization and requires the proper disposal of hoz- on the naked environment, ing and trapping clause is hance the quality of life and
the sale disposed of E&P. and us components, prod- and the quality of our lives. incorporated in the Right to Sec. 22-5-50.Open space. enjoyment of the enviran-
waste. ucts and waste. These sections do not at- Farm statement pores and recreation gods ment
2. EP. Policy 1.1. 2. H.Policy 1.1. At tempt to encompass every 2. W.Policy 2.1.The and policies. •
2. O. Policy
—Flue to the level of impact County producers of regu-r natural Issue.instead they effector proposed develop- The following goals 7 i Amen open space is not
m an increasing public lated hazardous waste and attempt to address The ma- ment upon wildlife and hub- and policies ore established available,mitigation should
ncem about surface im- users of regulated hazada l jar current areas of impar- tat should be evaluated. tor open space,parks and be encouraged as on a1ter-
paedneMs other anima- materials will comply with tance are: wildlife;open Loss of significant habitat recneatian: native.
fives to disposal shall be federal.state and county space park and recreation; should be mitigated. The A. . O.I. Goal and poll- H. 0.8. Goal
pasldered. statutes.regulations and or- general resources:commix- County will maintain maps of ties. 1. O.Goal 8.Ad-
B. EP 2. God and poll- dinonces regarding use,re- ciol and mineral deposit re- known significant wildlife I. O.Go01 1. Pro- equatepats ano recreation
ties: paling storage anddtspasd sources:and oil and gas re- habitats, mote the location of park. ' facilities should be amour-
I. EPGod 2. E&P of regulated hazardous sources. 3. W Policy 2.2. The recreation and open space throughouttheCanN
waste facilities shall be waste or products. integrity of movement In areas In floodpldn,seep Or- anddshoul intercon-
planned,located,designed 3. H.Policy 1.2. Be- Sec.22820.WIdlife. wildlife corridors should be ears, wetlands, geological netted whenever suitable.
andaperoedtoencaxage cause of the risk of porno- The abundance of conserved fault areas and nonproduc- I. 0.9. Gad and policy.
compatibility with surround- nent damage to life.health wildlife in the County is on km 4. W.Policy 2.2. De- live agricultural areas. 1. O.Goal 9.Public
ing Iona uses in terms of,but and the environment. per- portant contributor to the structial of wetland ornpar- 2. O. Policy l.I.En- open space should be pro-
not limited to general usd moment and final regulated economic health and qual- on areas will be strongly dis- courage agricultural use of mated as a means for pro-
scale.height. traffic. Oust, hazardous waste disposal ity of life In the County. The coaaged and mitigation for productive agricultural land. tatting from development
nose and visual paution facilities shall be dlscour- acquisition of properties to lass of wetlands and riparian 3. O. Policy 1.2.En- those areas which have sig-
2 EP.Policy 21. In aged in the Canty. provide public hunting and habitat will be encouraged. courage uses such as open ritcant environmental.ice-
reviewing the operational 4. H Policy 1.3. The fishing and watchable wild- space. agriculture, parks. nlc or cultural value.
and reclamation plans for county shall maintain its fife opportunities,has long Sec. 22-5-40.Open space, recreation. gravel mining 2 O. Policy
solid and brine waste dis- Household Hazardous Waste been an important port of perks and recreation. andother relatedacnvties in 9 lCampensaltai far the ad-
paid facilities the Canty (HHW)Program.. the Colorado Division of A. Open space is essen- flood plaint seep areas,wet- quietlon of privately owned
shall Vipcee such cantons Wildlife's management pro- tiolly unimproved and set lands. geological fault or- land for public open space
.---as neustay to minimize or Sect.22-4-190. Agricultural gram.Asanoddedempha- aside. dedicated. desig- eas,and other areashaving will be required.
Tina*the potential ad- waste. sis on the importance of noted,a reserved for public natural features of public in- L. 0.10. Goal and
arse impact of the opera- A by-product of being these lands,private gads or private use.or for the use policy.
/2
— 1.. O.6od lathe gave'CMOs provide
prtate seam rranCamly Kittle natudttinerade-
agendp@IooKler,gOvern- pwttsfapotentia future use
mental Jurisdictions should In accordance with state
be encouraged to Poe11°1- law.
pate in open space pear- 2. CM.Pocy 1. Ac-
vattn and trails develop- cess to future mineral re-
merit in the County source development peas
2. 0. Policy should be considered In d
10.1:Development of hale kind use decisions in accor-
shauld ovoid negative kin dance wilt state law. No
pacts a ailed wafsfe hear County governmental au-
td. - thanty which has control
K. 0.11. Goal. over zawig shill byzoning.
1. O.God 11.Open rezoning. granting o van-
spaoeWResadevelopment once a other official action
should be conrleatetl to ex- or Inaction permit the used IBction points.signalization the mine site when Income. orations in a manner which
abec lit open Space. any area known contain
and other traffic Improve- rated in the operationalpnatoslt tlaydiofe hoes-
plan we minimize current and fu- rig if,ov result of a Ps-
Kiting
a commercial mineral tle- moms shod be required for me mining operation tae environmental impacts. ability, you require reason-
Sec. 22-5-60,General re- posit in a manner which gale traffic
er necessary to mini- F CM.6. Gad 6. OG.POYCy Lt-.00 dales participate or-
nice., would interfere with the gate traffic impacts caused I. CM. Goal 6. crawls support facilities de- der to participate in this
n M6 Plan.general re- present or K1Nre extraction by the mining Ap- The cos sh ul of mineral re- 3 which do not rely on hearing.
sources has been divided of such deposit by anerroc- ass odors for mining should sources mlticonservethe geology for locations shall
into two(2)subcategories: tor. also be reviewed In aaCOn- land and minimize me im- be subjected to review in W- Any backup lion pr,exhib-
COmmerclal/Minero Re- B. CM.2. Goal and dance with the icies.oha- pact on surrounding land. comance with the apeman- its or information previously
Pm goals and polices. ate section of this Plan. ,submitted to the Board erlc of
con-
minerals which cover those policy. e. CM.Policy 4.1.5. Sec.22-5-90.Oi1 and gas de- 7. OG.Polcy 1.6.Oil County Commissioners Con-
minerae under Title 34.and 1. CM.Gool 2. Pro-
Require,where possible,that posits
aandgosmineraSdetaYkg mote the reasonable and
and gas exploration and corning 11N5 matte/may be
oil antlgorprouctioninthe orderly development dmin- botch plants and processing Oil andgas develop- production should be con- examined intheotflceofthe
County. end resources. equipment be buffered from ment in the County is on in- ducted in a manner which Clerk to the Board of County
2. CM.Pdlcy 2. The adjacent uses. tegral port of the County minimizes interference with Commissioners,located in
Sec. 22-5-70.CommerCi01 operation of a mine site in f CM.Pollcy 4.1.6 economy, and has o sub- existing surface use and mill- the Weld CanlyCerltenlal
and mnerd resources. unincorporated Weld Reduceappropriatesecurity stantial direct and indirect gates the impost on future Center.third Floor,915 10th
fencing be erected and impact on current and future land uses. Well sites should Street. Greele hours at Colorado.
A. This Section has been County shall be subject to maintained around extrac- land use. Oil and 8
developed in conformance obtaining a soecialized use pan sites.ors necessary, to ocyclicalgds ut the be hnigglu etl antl closetl re between the of e:00
with Otle34,Micle 1.Section by special resew permit bm Pmenf Is rl but the techniques which ensure a.m.and 5:170 p.m.,Madoy
304,C.R.S.This Ch pter is in- accordance with Chaptersonce minimize the attractivere nut- economics of a drilling ng has that the future use of the thru Friday,or may be ac-
304,
tended to provide apprapn- 23 of this Code. opera hazards inherent in caused extensive ac- property is not impaired be- cessed through the Weld
ate gods antlpolicies to ut- C. CM.3. Goal and aaeruhOns located near ur- mites in the County. cause of environmental or County Web Page
line the County's mineral re- policy ban uses. safety problemsimproperly
3 or the exist- (www.co.wela.co.us).sent
E-Ma
sources,ensuring that ad- I. CMGod 3. Minx- ag CM.Policy 4.1 7 Sec. 22-5-100.011 and gas once of improperly aban- messages sent to on ind-
verse environmental effects mile the impacts of surface Rectum mining ons, feonsto goals and policies.. cloned or unlocated equip- vidual Commissioner may
resulting from surface rrirsng mining activitiesonsixrdxno- use warning signs, fences, the following OG 1 merit,such as wellheads or not be rime case
operations ore minimized. mg land uses. roads and a warn
and other gads and i are BllOb- flOWlines. file. To ensure nrusaion e
— The County recognizes that hghv oys. means to warn and protect lished for dl and gas' B. OG 2.Goal. your E-Moil file,
mineral resource cabochon is 2. CM.POIICy 3.1M people from mine site hoz- A. OG.I.Goals and Pd. 1. OG.Goal 2. The into the case file, please
an essential industry. The opplicaton for a mine slte lo-
ova such as steep slopes, cies extraction of oil and gas re- send a copy to
availability and cost of ma- catetl within the County. hobs. ponds and heavy I. OG.Goal I. Oil sources should conserve the. chording@Co.weld.Co.us.
tenals such as sand and should be reviewed naccor- � eot and gas exploration and land and minimize the im-
gravel hove an economic dance with the goals and h. Cringcpy 4.1.8. manner
occur lna pod on 3.Goaling lontl. the following i Walk Sessions
affect on the general con- policies of the area in which Require all mining operat manner which minimizes the C. OG3.Goal. will be held In the Planning
shuctton and highway con- the application h located. conform to environmental
federal, state impact ten sari nenta uses 1. OG Goal 3. #210.Department
Hewing ROOM
struction industry. 3. CM.Policy 3.2.M and local environmental and thee confident and re- Ground water a- n210. Department ot Plan-
B. In some instances, application for a mine site Plan-
standards. minesiheevelop between flan must be prevented by ning Services. 1555 North
Colo-
sites containing significant will be reviewed in consider- E. CM.5. Goof and poll.- mineral development and cementingstate regJdlonsfor 17th Avenue,Greeley,Cato-
quantifies of mineral depot- dlon of the cumulative im- current and future surface cementing wells. prey rig rado 80631.
its ore located inareascha- pacts of the mining activity L CMGoal5. Pro- uses. Injection wells, to prevent
acterized by otherland uses on surrounding land use antl side for timely reclamation 2. OG.POIicy L1. Commingling of water, oil. WORK August 13,
and natural resources. Be- County infrastructure. and reuse of mining sites in The County should enaoan- and gas into other forma- 2002 at 1:30 p.m.
cause the uncontrolled op- CM 4. Gad and atcordmce with this Chap- age cooperation,coordine- lions.
°p- Polk ter mtl Chapters 23 and 24 non aril comrnwnication be- WORK SESSION:August 15,
2002.dB:30a.m.oration of a mine site hos the ores.
of this Corte iween the surface owner
potential for adversely of- 1. CM.God 4. Mint WORK SESSION:August 19,
fecting surrounding land more hazardous conditions 2. CMFdcy 5.l.the and the mineral owner/op- 2002 at m.
a roods residents antl the related to mining activities
' County should erne en n the orators with req+ect to any WORK SESSION:August 21.
environment.O specialaed and the mining site, potentially adverse envkon- developments of either the NOTICE 2002 at 1:30 p.m.
rrgntaleffects of mining op- surface or the mineral es-
rse by special review per- erOam. tote. WORK SESSION:August 26.
PURSUANT a the Weld 20D2,d 1:30 m.
mit Is required in acorn- 2. GM.POIICy 4.1.n a. Disturbance at 3. OG.Policy 1 p
dance with Chapter 23 of reviewing the operational vegetotion and overburden Newplanned unit p Ordinance 2002.6 The following Work Session
this Code. and reclamation plans fora develop-
C. ' As of 1987.themineral mining operation, the nadvo of minimizining d, menha wba Isions takein oat- published above.waIntro-duly willbeneltllniheDepan-
resources known 10 be lo- County should impose such ties should should
zed. be planned to eke into ac- duced and.on motion duly ment of Human Services17t Ball
catetl in the County include conditions as to b. Topsoil should be count current and future se made and seconded.ap- Room, 1551 North 17th Av-
santl and gravel.cod add minimize or as necessary the pO- saved a utilized in Ste rec- 'wntlgtataing beti itytotne prated upon first readinggon enue, Greeley. Colorado
uranium.The maps themest fennel adverse impact of the extent oil and gas develop 17. 2(102. Public WON 80631.
recent copies of which are operation on surrounding a All reasonable -meet can reasonably be"" Sessions have been sched-
on file at the Clerk to the propertiesmfellows. and practical measures anticipated. used as listed below. Apub- WORK SESSION:August 27,
Board's office and trio De- a CM Po c y should be token to protect 4 OG Policy 1.3.Oil It heanlgantlseaoldreed- 2002,at 8:30 a.m.
pertinent of Planning Ser- d l I Require the location the habitat of fish and Wild! and gas drilling activities Ing is scheduled to be held
planned life. should be to take in the Chambers of the SECOND READING:vices illustrate the wide Psi and design of excavated
tributlon of minerals within areas,structures machinery. d. The operation into accountpia current and N- Board First Floor Hearing September 4,2002,at 9.�
the County. These mineral equipment storage and should oomph/withaCountycal ture surface planned unit Room. 915 10th Sheet, am.
deposits vary greatly in stockpiling of mined mden- Saza ha and and geological development and subdn- Greeley.er 4,2 o80631,on THIRD 2,at 9: :September
quantity and quality. cis to be compatible wtthsu- hazard. The ions. sion activities to the extent September 4,2032. All per- 23.toll,at 9:00 a.m.
D. Most of the high-qual- rounding and uses in terms e. operator will such tlevelopment con red- sons in any manner sad
4Y santl antl gravel tlePosit5 d'. general use,scale.den- maintain fire eclaimedrmne sonably be anticipated. ested In the roofingrequested of said BOARD OF COUNTY COM-
intheCountyatefound sty,traffic.dust and noise tle ntil it has been sreest etl 5 OGlseeky L4. Ordnanceore ybe to MI$$IONERS
abngrnaja aalnoge.either b. CM.Policy 4.1.2. one vegetation is reestab- The County will seek the inn- attend and may be heard WELD COUNTY,COLORADO
under the flood plans or in Maintain roadside and pre- Ir'thetl. Position of protective mea-
asyaced stream terraces. nmeter vegetation and set- f. Trucking opera- tyres through ovaablestae. Please contact the Clerk to DATED:July TO 2002
Some lower quality deposits bock requirements which
sr Some dealing county exclusively In and regd the Board's a office phone PUBLISHED'.July 24,2002 n
are foundndtleraikzedtle- serve to shield mining opera- the transport of mined ma- tions to ensure that thmoon-the m (970) 336-7215. E ten ion the Tri-Town Farmer and
telals may be permitted on oral operatic 4225.or fox(%())352-0242, Miner
polls.Aeaniansand depot- lions including storage of
Oscan be found in song up- equipment.stockpiled soils - --- -lag cairnA major poran and materials from public
of the County a underlain view.
vat dad. This aad forms o o. CM.Pollcy 4.1.3.
palter atae Boulder-Nleld Require that access roadsto
field wNcn Is lncKdsd In the and within the site be lo-
Denver Basin teal region. catetl-In o manner which
Paeanstithe County.nom rdHrdzes tramc impacts on
of Colorado Stale Highway murandkg land ues
14,have been testetl and d. CM.Policy 4.1.4.
have shown o:cunenae3 Pt Peale the land use apps.
uranum deposits. Currently. cant to derrcrifhae to the
Mere pre no andiron;spa. satefacibn of the Boars or
nium mine saes in the County CmMNaners that
County. -the sheet a rphvgy fade-
ties prov dI g access to the
Sec. 22-5-80.Commerclol mining activity ore ad-
and mineral resource depos- equate in functional classifi-
es gods and policies. cation,width and structural.
The following goals capacity td meet the re-
-Clcles ore estWbled gikements d the proposed
'.' '+rcld aWrdrwdl mWngactleity.nerndrood
ckcWeSers alfslreet pak-
\ft60e1 ONS Ins Oul abiaeArt.=cal-
Sitar NMI Oeaeleralon
CM Goal 1.CM lanes cannon access col
f
NOTICE
DOCKET#2002-53
The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, will conduct a public hearing at
9:00 a.m., on July 17, 2002, in the Chambers of the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County,Colorado,Weld County Centennial Center,91510th Street, First Floor, Greeley,Colorado,
for the purpose of considering amendments to Chapter 22, Comprehensive Plan, of the Weld
County Code.
Work sessions will also be held to review the proposed amendments on July 25, August 1, 8, 9,15,
and 16, 2002, at 8:30 a.m., in the Planning Commission Hearing Room #210, Department of
Planning Services, 1555 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, Colorado.
The second and third readings of said Ordinance will be considered on August 28, 2002, and
September 16, 2002, in the Chambers of the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County,
Colorado, Weld County Centennial Center, 915 10th Street, First Floor, Greeley, Colorado. All
persons in any manner interested are requested to attend said hearing and may be heard.
Should any interested party desire the presence of a court reporter to make a record of the
proceedings, in addition to the taped record which will be kept during the hearing, the Clerk to the
Board shall be advised in writing of such action at least five days prior to the hearing. The cost of
engaging a court reporter shall be borne by the requesting party.
BE IT ALSO KNOWN that copies of the proposed amendments may be examined in the office of
the Clerk to the Board of County Commissioners, located in the Weld County Centennial Center,
915 10th Street, Third Floor, Greeley, Colorado, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
E-Mail messages sent to an individual Commissioner may not be included in the case file. To
ensure inclusion of your E-Mail correspondence into the case file, please send a copy to
charding@co.weld.co.us.
REQUEST: CODE ORDINANCE 2002-6, IN THE MATTER OF AMENDING THE WELD
COUNTY CODE, SPECIFICALLY, CHAPTER 22, COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WELD COUNTY, COLORADO
DATED: June 27, 2002
PUBLISHED: July 3, 2002, in the Tri-Town Farmer and Miner and the Greeley Tribune
4 EXHIBIT
Affidavit of Publication lief
r" , DOC@T aSER-u
STATE OF COLORADO The Board of County
County of Weld SS. Commissioners of Weld
County, Colorado, will
I A. Winkler Riesel of said County of Weld being conduct a pudic hearing at
9:00 a.m.,on July 17,2002,in
duly sworn,say that I am publisher of the Charters of the Board
of County Commissioners of
FARMER&MINER Weld County, Colorado.
Weld County Centennial
that the same is a weekly newspaper of general Center,915 10th Street First.
circulation was printed and published in the town of Floor,Greeley,Colorado,for
the purpose of considering
FREDERICK amendmentstoChapter22
ComprehensWe Plan,of the
in said county and state that the notice of advertisement,of Weld County Code.
which the annexed is a true copy has been published in said
weekly newspaper for ONE consecutive weeks: that the WakseelonswtEolsobeheltl
tnotice was published in the regular and entire issue of every amendments review theproposedJuly .
8 on and ,
number of said newspaper during the period and time of August I, 8, 9.15. and 16,
publication of said notice and in the newspaper proper and not 2002.at 8:30 a.m., In the
in a supplement thereof: that the first publication of said Planning Commission
notice was contained in the issue of said newspaper bearing Hearing Room *210.
Deportment of Planning
the date of JULY•3RD 2002.and the last publication Services, 1555 North 17th
thereof,in the issue of said newspaper,bearing date,the day Avenue,Greeley,Colorotlo,
3RD JULY.2002 that the said The second and third
readings of said Ordnance
will be conidered an August
FARMER &MINER 28.2002.and September In
has been published continuously and uninterruptedly 2002.in the Chambers of the
Board of County
during the period of at least fifty-two consecutive Commissioners or Weld
weeks next prior to the first issue thereof containing County, Colorado. Weld
said notice or advertisement above referred to: and County Centennial Center.
that said newspaper was at the time of each of the 915 10th Street, First Floor.
publications of said notice duly qualified for that Greeley. Colorado. All
purpose within the meaning of an act entitled. "An persons in any manner
Interested ore requested to
Act Concerning Legal Notices, Advertisements and ahendsadheoringondmoy
Publications and the Fees of Printers and Publishers be heard.
thereof, and to Repeal all Acts and Parts of Acts in
Conflict with the Provisions of this Act" approved Should any interested party
April 7, 1921, and all amendments thereof, and desire the presence of a
particularly as amended by an act y�a3p�proved, March court reporter to make a
Ma record of the proceedings.
30, 1923,and an act a roved p M 9� In addition which
to the taped
• ;'/ during
ie eh will be kept
wring the hearing,**Clerk
to the Board duct be advised
n writing of such action at
blisher least five days prior to the
hearing. The cost of
engaging a court reporter
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 3RD shall be borne by the
requesting party,
day of JULY, A.D. 2002 BE IT ALSO KNOWN that
copies of the proposed
amendments may be
n � examined in the office of the
Clerk fettle Beard of County
001 IY\'K' \\` A ,n Commissioners, located in
the WeidCantyCentennloi
Notary Public Center,915 10th Street Third
Floor, Greeley. Colorado,
Monday through Friday,8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. E-h4al
P.O.BOX 125 messages sent to an
indeldud Commsionermay
not be included in he case
.rile: To arum Yrcypn of
FT.LU' ll „ I 80621cr- rourt:-hwcarr.,po„d*„t.
JrPRY P�� l o.p.ue¢scD..pMa.w o
1 o copy to
+.' IL
cha innpOco.arNd.on.a.
REQUEST: C 0 D E
BOB! C (/ ORDINANCE 20J2-5. IN TFE
Q I MATTER OF AMENDING TFE
/ t WELD COUNTY. CODE,
N t BOND / SPECIFICALLY.CHAPTER 22
t I COMPREIENSNE PLAN
111 x'gnrrNr'" BOARD OF COUNTY
1 COMMISSIONERS
CO N TY,
r.. xx - WELDCOUNY,
t.. ' COLORADO
DATED:June 27,2002
My Commission Expires R ln w„ n,
nor
July 3.2002.
7-2 4-oco
Affidavit of Publication
r
STATE OF COLORADO
ss.
County of Weld,
I, Jennifer Usher
of said County of Weld, being duly sworn, say that I am an
advertising clerk of
THE GREELEY DAILY TRIBUNE, and
The Greeley Republican
that the same is a daily newspaper of general circulation and
printed and published in the City of Greeley, in said county and
state;that the notice or advertisement,of which the annexed is a
true copy,(days):that the notice was published in the regular and
entire issue of every number of said newspaper during the period
and time of publication of said notice, and in the newspaper
; proper and not in a supplement thereof;that the first publication
of said notice was contained in the, issue of the said newspaper
WIll nrdof mIn eaidn on July,�v Colorado, bearing date the Third
xlR conduct a ere nor pet 9:00 e.m.,an Juy 15,2002,in
g day of July
ithambers cl 13rwd of Couny Commissioners of ward A.D. 2022_
tyCdorato d Count'Centennial Center,9151ah and the last publication thereof: in the issue of said
rel ater, Cokretlo,for d1e purpose olconsider-
newspaper bearing date the Third day of Jul
mendmett t - ter 22,Comprehensive Plan,of the Weld —Y
worx A.D. 2002 that said The Greeley Daily Tribune and the Greeley
sts is* be held to review the Fopmed emend-
mema'dh JWy+46, :8,9,16,and IS,2002,at 8:30 e.m., Republican,has been published continuously and uninterruptedly
h the PIarRmniYnqg'� Hewing Room 1210,Department of
Planningaspygss,1 17th Avenue;Greeley,Colorado. during the period of at least six months next prior to the first issue
She second and tyro gaol said Ordinance will be coneld- thereof contained said notice or advertisement above referred to;
ered an August 28. d September 18,2002,In the
Chambers of the Commissioners of Weld that said newspaper has been admitted to the United States mails
�� County,Colorado,We ty nisi Center,915 10th
Street,Firss4(.Floor,Or credo. All persons in any manner as second-class matter under the provisions of the Act of March
1MeresteWwe revues end said hearing and may be 3, 1879,or any amendments thereof;and that said newspaper is a
ouldhny interested esire the presence of acourt daily newspaper duly qualified for publishing legal notices and
re to hake a r the proceedings,in addition to the
lap 'retail which during the hearing,the Clerk to advertisements within the meaning of the laws of the State of
shall be rain of such action at least five Colorado.
Ts::the hear" of engaging a court reporter
a
SO the proposed amendments
ofC is
may ba�wwi�gqpayy in Clerk to the Board of County
ae9fr Street:
hir ,County Centennial Center,
91 fah Street;Third add,Monday through July 3.2002
Fridtyayy,8:00 am,.to 5: E- sad to and olll-
view,Commissioner pJr3brt be Tn case file. To
ensure Inclusion of your EWall e into the case flee,.
please send a copy to cherdin .coals
RE UEST. CODE ORDINANCE 2002-6.IN THE MATTER OF
INC THE WELD COUNTY U CODE,SPECIFICALLY,CHAP-
Total Charges: $26.46
W D COUNTY,
DATED: Jute 24� E 4
The Greve De
Jury 3,200
A UAL*
/ Adveths'ng Clerk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
3tday of July A.D. 2002
My Commission Expires 7-28-2004
fiftLie4All
"'" Notary Public
CERTIFICATE OF MAILING
The undersigned hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Notice of
Hearing, Docket #2002-53, was placed in the United States mail, first class mail, postage
prepaid, addressed to the following property owners.
DATED this 2nd day of July, 2002.
TINA BOGOTT BRUCE RIPPE
12748 WELD COUNTY ROAD 1 11419 WELD COUNTY ROAD 36
LONGMONT CO 80504 PLATTEVILLE CO 80651
PERRY BUCK JOEL SHOENEMAN
4425 83RD AVENUE 8672 WELD COUNTY ROAD 73
GREELEY CO 80634 ROGGEN CO 80652
THOMAS COPE FRED WALKER
3310 STATE STREET 7288 WELD COUNTY ROAD 78
EVANS CO 80620 WINDSOR CO 80550
STAN EVERITT BOB WHITE
307 NORTH SHORES CIRCLE 3315 33RD AVENUE COURT
WINDSOR CO 80550 GREELEY CO 80634
KARLA GRIESER RICHARD WYATT
20110 JUBILEE WAY 3601 MORNINGSIDE CIRCLE
LASALLE CO 80645 ERIE CO 80516
KIRK GOBLE BERTHOUD CHAMBER OF
C/O THE BELL 5 LAND COMPANY COMMERCE
1928 9TH STREET SUITE A ATTN TRISHA THACKER
GREELEY CO 80631 255 MOUNTAIN AVENUE
BOX 1709
ARLAN MARRS BERTHOUD CO 80513
2858 WELD COUNTY ROAD 19
FORT LUPTON CO 80621 ERIE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ATTN TAMMY THOMAS
JIM PARK 235 WELLS STREET
32730 WELD COUNTY ROAD 50 PO BOX 97
KERSEY CO 80644 ERIE CO 80516
n
CERTIFICATE OF MAILING - PROPOSED COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
PAGE 2
EVANS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WINDSOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ATTN JACK MEAKINS ATTN DON SHEDD
3700 GOLDEN STREET 116 5TH STREET
EVANS CO 80620 WINDSOR CO 80550
FORT LUPTON CHAMBER OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERS
COMMERCE 1555 NORTH 17TH AVENUE
ATTN SISSY DENT GREELEY CO 80631
321 DENVER AVENUE
PO BOX 172 TOWN OF AULT
FORT LUPTON CO 80621-0172 PO BOX 1098
AULT CO 80610
GREELEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ATTN TIM TRACY CITY OF DACONO
902 7TH AVENUE PO BOX 186
GREELEY CO 80631-4603 DACONO CO 80514
JOHNSTOWN CHAMBER OF TOWN OF EATON
COMMERCE 223 1ST STREET
PO BOX 501 EATON CO 80615
JOHNSTOWN CO 80534
TOWN OF ERIE
KEENESBURG CHAMBER OF PO BOX 750
COMMERCE ERIE CO 80516
ATTN RUSSELL RATHMAN
PO BOX 299 CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
KEENESBURG CO 80643 CITY OF EVANS
1100 37TH STREET
KERSEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVANS CO 80620
ATTN STEVE KRAMER
PO BOX 397 TOWN OF FIRESTONE
KERSEY CO 80644-0397 PO BOX 100
FIRESTONE CO 80520
PLATTEVILLE CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
ATTN JOHN TAYLOR CITY OF FORT LUPTON
PO BOX 606 PO BOX 148
PLATTEVILLE CO 80651 FORT LUPTON CO 80621
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TOWN OF FREDERICK TOWN OF LOCHBUIE
PO BOX 435 703 WCR 37
FREDERICK CO 80530 LOCHBUIE CO 80603
TOWN OF GARDEN CITY TOWN OF MEAD
621 27TH STREET ROAD PO BOX 626
GREELEY CO 80631 MEAD CO 80542
TOWN OF GILCREST TOWN OF MILLIKEN
PO BOX 128 PO BOX 290
GILCREST CO 80623 MILLIKEN CO 80543
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE TOWN OF NEW RAYMER
CITY OF GREELEY PO BOX 146
1000 10TH STREET NEW RAYMER CO 80742
GREELEY CO 80631
TOWN OF NUNN
TOWN OF GROVER PO BOX 171
PO BOX 57 NUNN CO 80648
GROVER CO 80729
TOWN OF PIERCE
TOWN OF HUDSON BOX 57
BOX 351 PIERCE CO 80650
HUDSON CO 80642
TOWN OF PLATTEVILLE
TOWN OF JOHNSTOWN 400 GRAND AVENUE
PO BOX 609 PLATTEVILLE CO 80651
JOHNSTOWN CO 80534
TOWN OF SEVERANCE
TOWN OF KEENESBURG PO BOX 122
BOX 312 SEVERANCE CO 80546
KEENESBURG CO 80643
TOWN OF WINDSOR
TOWN OF KERSEY 301 WALNUT STREET
PO BOX 657 WINDSOR CO 80550
KERSEY CO 80644
CITY OF BRIGHTON
TOWN OF LASALLE 22 SOUTH 4TH AVENUE
128 NORTH 2ND STREET BRIGHTON CO 80601
LASALLE CO 80645
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TOWN MANAGER'S OFFICE
TOWN OF BERTHOUD
PO BOX 1229
BERTHOUD CO 80513
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
CITY OF BROOMFIELD
ONE DESCOMBES DRIVE
BROOMFIELD CO 80020-2495
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
CITY OF LONGMONT
350 KIMBARK STREET
LONGMONT CO 80501
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
CITY OF NORTHGLENN
PO BOX 330061
NORTHGLENN CO 80233
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
CITY OF THORNTON
9500 CIVIC CENTER
THORNTON CO 80229
Deputy Clerk to the Board
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i--, Berthoud Chamber of Commerce Platteville Chamber of Commerce
Trisha Thacker John Taylor
255 Mountain Avenue PO Box 606
PO Box 1709 Platteville, CO 80651
Berthoud CO 80513
Windsor Chamber of Commerce
Erie Chamber of Commerce Don Shedd
Tammy Thomas 116 5th Street
235 Wells Street Windsor CO 80550
PO Box 97
Erie CO 80516
Evans Chamber of Commerce
Jack Meakins
3700 Golden Street
Evans CO 80620
Fort Lupton Chamber of Commerce
Sissy Dent
321 Denver Avenue
PO Box 172
Fort Lupton CO 80621-0172
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Greeley Chamber of Commerce
Tim Tracy
902 7`"Avenue
Greeley CO 80631-4603
Johnstown Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 501
Johnstown CO 80534
Keenesburg Chamber of Commerce
Russell Rathman
PO Box 299
Keenesburg CO 80643
Kersey Chamber of Commerce
Steve Kramer
PO Box 397
Kersey CO 80644-0397
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Weld County Planning
Commission of Weld County will hold a
public hearing on Tuesday, February 5,
2002, at 10:00 a.m. for the purpose of
considering the Weld County
Comprehensive Plan Revisions as
recommended by the Comprehensive
Plan Re-Write Committee. Approval of
the request may create a vested
property right pursuant to Colorado Law.
CASE NUMBER: None
APPLICANT: Weld County
PLANNER: Robert Anderson, Long
Range Planner.
TYPE AND INTENSITY OF
PROPOSED USE: None
The public hearing will be held in
Room 210, Weld County Planning
Department, 1555 N. 17'"Avenue,
Greeley, Colorado. Comments or
objections related to the above request
should be submitted in writing to the
Weld County Department of Planning
Services, 1555 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,
Colorado 80631, before the above date
or presented at the public hearing on
February 5, 2002.
Copies of the application are available
for public inspection in the Department
of Planning Services, 1555 N. 17th
Avenue, Greeley, Colorado 80631.
Please call Donita May at (970) 353-
6100, Ext. 3540, or Fax# (970) 304-
6498, prior to the day of the hearing so
that reasonable accommodations can be
made if, in accordance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act, you
require special accommodations in order
to participate in this hearing as a result
of a disability.
Michael Miller, Chair
Weld County Planning Commission
To be published in the Greeley Daily
Tribune and the Farmer& Miner.
To be published one (1)time by January
23, 2002.
E-MAILED/FAXED
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EXHIBIT
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• Affidavit of Publication
Weld County Planning Department
GREELEY OFFICE STATE OF COLORADO
66.
FEB 5 2002
County of Weld,
RECEIVED Tennifer Usher
of said County of Weld, being duly sworn, say that I am an
advertising clerk of
THE GREELEY DAILY TRIBUNE,and
The Greeley Republican
that the same is a daily newspaper of general circulation and
printed and published in the City of Greeley,in said county and
state;that the notice or advertisement,of which the annexed is a
true copy,(days): that the notice was published in the regular and
entire issue of every number of said newspaper during the period
and time of publication of said notice, and in the newspaper
proper and not in a supplement thereof; that the first publication
of said notice was contained in the, issue of the said newspaper
bearing date the Twenty-second _day of January
The Weldlmna �r m 20
a public h°°i( ,+ �gta,A9r t ware A.D. and the last publication thereof: in the issue of said
the purpose
Revisions as ro coin hunubg Iyl1 newspaper bearing date the Twenty-second _day of January
Committee. A q a may
Plan Write
Approval of me request me create a vested prcpa,- A.D. 2002' that said The Greeley Daily Tribune and the Greeley
!as sumo:to Colorado Law.
r eER:None Republican,has been published continuously and uninterruptedly
APPLICANT Weld County
PLANNER:Robert Anderson,LbN Range Planner, during the period of at least six months next prior to the first issue
TYPE AND INTENSITY OF PROD OW:Npb
public hearing will be held in Room s1o. thereof contained said notice or advertisement above referred to;
Planning Depemrem.1565 N.1781 Avenue,G Weld cann
Greeley.cplo,aayo that said newspaper has been admitted to the United States mails
Comments or objections related to the above request should be
submitted In writing to the Weld County Department of Planning as second-class matter under the provisions of the Act of March
Services,1555 N.17th Avenue,Greeley,Colorado fulA31, "° 3, 1879,or any amendments thereof;and that said newspaper is a
,r.. before the above date or presented at the public hearing of
Februarys,2002. daily newspaper duly qualified for publishing legal notices and
Copies of the application are available for public Inspection In
the Department of PlenumPServeeal 1555 N.17b Avenue advertisements within the meaning of the laws of the State of
Greeley Colorado 80631. plea.“cam Donau may w(970)559-
6100,Ext.9594 or Fax a(97700)304-6498,prior to the day of theColorado.
hewing so that reasonable accommodation can be made it,m accordance with the gmwnana with Dlemgplaa Ar,
a a ra esultoatl�lerlgly, maser to partiblpre Mi ems harep,�ay
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To ar Mbar Chair January 22.2002
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Total Charges: $22.40
Advertising Clerk
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
22nd day of January A.D. 2022
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Notary Public
Affidavit of Publication Weld County Planning Department
'ATE OFCOLORADO GREELEY OEPCE
..aunty of Weld SS. JAN 3 1 Zi)02
I A. Winkler Riesel of said County of Weld being
duly sworn,say that I am publisher of R E C E li.I Y� 4w✓
FARMER&MINER
that the same is a weekly newspaper of general
circulation was printed and published in the town of
FREDERICK "a Public Mooring
in said county and state that the notice of advertisement,of The Weld County Planning
which the annexed is a true copy has been published in said Commission of Weld County
weekly newspaper for ONE consecutive weeks: that the will hold a public hearing on
notice was published in the regular and entire issue of every Tuesday.February 5,2002.of
number of said newspaper during the period and time of I OOO m.for the purpose of
publication of said notice and in the newspaper proper and not considering the Wad County
in a supplement thereof: that the first publication of said Comprehensive Plan
notice was contained in the issue of said newspaper bearing Revisions as recommended
the date of JANUARY 23 2002 .and the last by theComprehensiveCommittee
Plan
Re-Write Commitm y
publication thereof,in the issue of said newspaper,bearing Approol of the request may
date,the 23RD day of JANUARY 2002 that the create a vested property
said righto pursuant to Colorado
Law.
CASE NUMBER: None
FARMER &MINER APPLICANT: Weld County
PLANNER:Robert Anderson,
has been published continuously and uninterruptedly Long Range Planner.
during the period of at least fifty-two consecutive TYPE AND INTENSITY OF
weeks next prior to the first issue thereof containing PROPOSED USE. None
said notice or advertisement above referred to: and The public hearing will be
that said newspaper was at the time of each of the held in Room 210. weld
publications of said notice duly qualified for that County Planning
Department, 1555 N. 17th
purpose within the meaning of an act entitled. "An
Avenue,Greeley,Colorado.
Act Concerning Legal Notices, Advertisements and Comments or objections
Publications and the Fees of Printers and Publishers relotedfo the above request
thereof, and to Repeal all Acts and Parts of Acts in shouldbesubmrttemnwntr9
.-a-Conflict with the Provisions of this Act" approved to the Weld County
.pril 7, 1921, and all amendments thereof, and Deportment of Planning
17th
particularly as amended by an act approved, March Serious.1555 N adonerve.
30,1923,and an act Approved May 13,19311 Greeley. eaordo 80631,
i' before the oboe date or
presented at the public
ai
henrieg ar ton or.
Copies n Februebru oft i y 5,20ore
isavailable for publicdllsher inspectionlnthe Department
of Planning Serices, 1555 N17th Aenue. Greeley.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 23RDfi day Colorado 80631.Please call
of Rorsta Mayal(9(0)353-6100,
JANUARY A.D, 2002 Ext.3540,or Fox a(970)304-
6498.prior to the day of the
nearing so that reasonable
accoC/ mode IL In accordance
can be
the Americans
with
the Am Act, os with
Disabilities ac Act,you require
special aaaaTTOOe in in
Notary Public order to sdicipate in this
hearing as a result of a
disability.
Michael Miller,Choir
P.O.BOX 125 Weld County Planning
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