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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20050056.tiff N. ri ce re .;•\:, . Weld County Referral "lige. D lU " June 18, 2004 JUN 2 2 2004 COLORADO WELD COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPT The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Martin & Berta Gutierrez Case Number USR-1483 Please Reply By July 15, 2004 Planner Chris Gathman Project A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Recreational facilities and uses including race tracks and race courses (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District Legal Lots A& B RE-3375; Pt of the E2 Section 1.6 R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location Approximately 200 feet West of CR 31; approximately 1/4 mile South of CR 18. Parcel Number 1469 28 100058 &1469 28 100059 The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 17, 2004 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan ❑ J�Va have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. See attached letter. Comments: 1 Signature (` \\ Date (7 _ a5 _cj cf ItitkAgencyt).JcN1 f 4Weld County Planning Dept. 41555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley, CO. 80631 4(970)353-6100 ext.3540 4(970)304-6498 fax • 2005-0056 Weld County Planning Pnnartment CHTF! FY rim: 0 MEMORANDUM TO: Chris Gathman, Planner II DATE: July 1, 2004 FROM: Donald Carroll, Engineering Administrator COLORADO SUBJECT: USR-1483, Martin & Berta Gutierrez The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal. This project falls primarily under the purview of the Use by Special Review, Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Our comments and requirements are as follows: COMMENTS: WCR 31 is designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan (FHU) as a minor arterial road, which requires a 130-foot right-of-way at full build out. There is presently a 60-foot right-of-way. The road is maintained by Weld County. Pursuant to the definition of SETBACK in the Weld County Code, Chapter 23, Article III, Section 23-3-50, the required setback is measured from the future right-of-way line. Traffic Counts: Our most recent average daily traffic count (ADT) reflects 300-400 vehicles taken in 2004. REQUIREMENTS: ' 'ccess: There are two existing access locations to the proposed USR. The southern access has dual ,.urposes, to provide access to the Fulton Ditch and to the gas/well tank site locations. At the end of this access point, there is a turnaround and a locked gate providing access to the proposed parking arena. The north access is also gated at approximately 100 yards from WCR 31. There are two gated access points at this location. The north access road provides access to the proposed parking area. The other access appears to access the home and barn section. I recommend that both the north and south access gates be opened as not to back up, stage, or park overflow traffic on to WCR 31 if being used to accommodate the parking area prior to an event. Parking Circulation: The parking lot appears to be between two and three acres. The applicant has fenced this section with temporary fencing that could be adjusted to accommodate additional parking. If all vehicles are parked property, one acre would accommodate approximately 100 vehicles. The applicant is not indicating a special location for pickup and horse trailer parking that requires additional parking space or any overflow parking that might be necessary on site. Off-Street Parking: The off-street parking including both access drives shall be surfaced with gravel or the equivalent and shall be graded to prevent any drainage problems. Storm Water Drainage: I inspected the size of the property and the configuration. It is located between two ditches with vegetation I did not see any potential drainage problems where water would leave the site and cause property damage to the adjacent properties. Clarification: The applicant is identifying on the plat drawing a horse trailer parking area on the adjacent ^roperty to the west. Clarification is needed as to whether the applicant has approval from the adjacent roperty owner to accommodate this item or does Planning Services have a problem with this issue? pc: USR-1483 M:\PLANNING - DEVELOPMENT REVIEW\USR-Use by Special Review\USR-1483.DOC a MEMORANDUM KitTO: CHRIS GATHMAN, PLANNING SERVICES FROM: CHARLOTTE DAVIS, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH L'SUC. T 07/27/2004(ADDED CT: / STD#9)BERTA GUTIERREZ DATE: COLORADO CC: Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a recreational facility including horse racing tracks and courses. We have no objections to the proposal, however, the application lacks a description for adequate sewage disposal for the proposed use. The application indicates that up to 1,000 people may be using the site and that sewerage will be Port-a Johns. Port-a Johns are not adequate to serve this permanent use and the potential volume of people. An Individual Sewage Disposal System is more appropriate for the use. The application indicates water availability via a commercial well, but does not indicate what measures will be taken to ensure that the well water is potable or how race attendees and volunteers will have access to the water for drinking or sanitary purposes. We recommend that the following requirements be met prior to allowing the plat to be recorded: 1. The applicant shall submit a dust abatement plan for review and approval, to the Environmental Health Services, Weld County Department of Public Health & Environment. 2. The potable water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). The applicant shall submit evidence to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment of compliance from the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD), Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Alternately, the applicants can provide evidence from the WQCD that they are not subject the requirements. 3. The applicant shall submit a waste and manure handling plan, for approval, to the Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public Health & Environment. The plan shall include at a minimum, the following: 1) A list of wastes which are expected to be generated on site (this should include expected volumes and types of waste generated). 2) A list of the type and volume of chemicals expected to be stored on site. 3) The waste handler and facility where the waste will be disposed (including the facility name, address, and phone number). We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as conditions that must be met prior to issuance of building permits: 4. In the event that 1 or more acres are disturbed during the development of this site, the applicant shall inquire with the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment if they are required to obtain a stormwater discharge permit. Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence from WQCD that they are not subject to these requirements. We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as conditions that must be met prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy: 1. An individual sewage disposal system is required and shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado Registered Professional Engineer. In the event the septic system(s) requires a design capacity of over 2,000 gallons of sewage per day the applicants shall provide evidence that all requirements of the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment have been satisfied. Evidence of compliance shall be provided to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. 2. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class V Injection Well permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for any large-capacity septic system (a septic system with the capacity to serve 20 or more persons per day). Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence from the EPA that they are not subject to the EPA Class V requirements. We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as development standards: 1. Animal and feed wastes, bedding, debris and other organic wastes shall be disposed of so that vermin infestation, odors, disease hazards, and nuisances are minimized. Such wastes shall be removed at least weekly from the facility and disposed by a commercial hauler. 2. The facility shall be operated in a manner to control flies. 3. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and 2 Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination. 4. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not meant to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid waste in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended. 5. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. 6. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved "waste handling plan". 7. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site. The facility shall be operated in accordance with the approved dust abatement plan at all times. 8. The facility shall have sufficient equipment available to implement dust control as required by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. 9. There shall be no open burning conducted on the site, with exception to burning defined as "agricultural open burning" as defined by Regulation No. 9 of the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission Regulations, 10.This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the Commercial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S., as amended. 11.Adequate handwashing and toilet facilities shall be provided for volunteers and attendees. 12.Any septic system located on the property must comply with all provisions of the Weld County Code, pertaining to Individual Sewage Disposal Systems. 13.A permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary purposes. 14.If applicable, the water system shall comply with the requirements for a community water system as defined in the Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). 15.If applicable, the applicants shall ensure compliance of the Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and Regulations Governing the Regulation of Food Service 3 Establishments. 16.The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State and Federal agencies and the Weld County Code, 4 a MEMORANDUM riot TO: CHRIS GATHMAN, PLANNING SERVICES FROM: CHARLOTTE DAVIS, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ap C. SUBJEDATE:CT:0USR-�2004483 MARTIN& BERTA GUTIERREZ COLORADO CC: Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a recreational facility including horse racing tracks and courses. We have no objections to the proposal, however, the application lacks a description for adequate sewage disposal for the proposed use. The application indicates that up to 1,000 people may be using the site and that sewerage will be Port-a Johns. Port-a Johns are not adequate to serve this permanent use and the potential volume of people. An Individual Sewage Disposal System is more appropriate for the use. The application indicates water availability via a commercial well, but does not indicate what measures will be taken to ensure that the well water is potable or how race attendees and volunteers will have access to the water for drinking or sanitary purposes. We recommend that the following requirements be met prior to allowing the plat to be recorded: 1. The applicant shall submit a dust abatement plan for review and approval, to the Environmental Health Services, Weld County Department of Public Health & Environment. 2. The potable water system shall comply with the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). The applicant shall submit evidence to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment of compliance from the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD), Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Alternately, the applicants can provide evidence from the WQCD that they are not subject the requirements. 3. The applicant shall submit a waste and manure handling plan, for approval, to the Environmental Health Services Division of the Weld County Department of Public Health & Environment. The plan shall include at a minimum, the following: 1) A list of wastes which are expected to be generated on site (this should include expected volumes and types of waste generated). 2) A list of the type and volume of chemicals expected to be stored on site. 3) The waste handler and facility where the waste will be disposed (including the facility name, address, and phone number). We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as conditions that must be met prior to issuance of building permits: 4. In the event that 1 or more acres are disturbed during the development of this site, the applicant shall inquire with the Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment if they are required to obtain a stormwater discharge permit. Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence from WQCD that they are not subject to these requirements. We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as conditions that must be met prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy: 1. An individual sewage disposal system is required and shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations. The septic system is required to be designed by a Colorado Registered Professional Engineer. In the event the septic system(s) requires a design capacity of over 2,000 gallons of sewage per day the applicants shall provide evidence that all requirements of the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment have been satisfied. Evidence of compliance shall be provided to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. 2. The applicant shall submit evidence of an Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class V Injection Well permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for any large-capacity septic system (a septic system with the capacity to serve 20 or more persons per day). Alternately, the applicant can provide evidence from the EPA that they are not subject to the EPA Class V requirements. We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as development standards: 1. Animal and feed wastes, bedding, debris and other organic wastes shall be disposed of so that vermin infestation, odors, disease hazards, and nuisances are minimized. Such wastes shall be removed at least weekly from the facility and disposed by a commercial hauler. 2. The facility shall be operated in a manner to control flies. ,3/. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and 2 Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination. l#: No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not meant to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid waste in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended. 51 Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. 6. The applicant shall operate in accordance with the approved "waste handling plan". 7. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site. The facility shall be operated in accordance with the approved dust abatement plan at all times. 8 The facility shall have sufficient equipment available to implement dust control as / required by the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the Commercial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S., as amended. 10.Adequate handwashing and toilet facilities shall be provided for volunteers and attendees. 11.Any septic system located on the property must comply with all provisions of the Weld County Code, pertaining to Individual Sewage Disposal Systems. 12.A permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary purposes. 13.If applicable, the water system shall comply with the requirements for a community water system as defined in the Primary Drinking Water Regulations (5 CCR 1003-1). 14.If applicable, the applicants shall ensure compliance of the Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and Regulations Governing the Regulation of Food Service Establishments. 15.The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State and Federal agencies and the Weld County Code, 3 Weld County Referral ' June 18, 2004 C. COLORADO The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Martin & Berta Gutierrez Case Number USR-1483 Please Reply By July 15, 2004 Planner Chris Gathman Project A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Recreational facilities and uses including race tracks and race courses (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District Legal Lots A& B RE-3375; Pt of the E2 Section 18, T2N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location Approximately 200 feet West of CR 31; approximately 1/4 mile South of CR 18. Parcel Number 1469 28 100058 &1469 28 100059 The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 17, 2004 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan VSie have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. ee attached letter. Comments: Signature Date 7, //37 ✓Ci 7 O S/ Agency C� 1/1/J /N. 4c770*/ +Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave.Greeley,CO. 80631 +(970)353-6100 ext.3540 +(970)304-6498 fax DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTION Weld County Administrative Offices 1555 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 WEBSITE: www.co.weld.co.us Phone (970) 353.6100, Ext. 3540 Fax (970) 304-6498 C. COLORADO July 7, 2004 USR-1483 A Site Specific Development Plan and special Review permit for Recreational facilities and uses including race tracks and race courses (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. 1. A building permit shall be obtained prior to the construction of any new building. 2. A plan review is required for each building for which a building permit is required. Plans shall include a floor plan. Plans shall bear the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer. Two complete sets of plans are required when applying for each permit. Provide a Code Analysis Data sheet provided by the Weld County Building Department with each Building permit application. -a- Buildings shall conform to the requirements of the various codes adopted at the time of permit application. Jrrently the following has been adopted by Weld County: 2003 International Building Code; 2003 International Mechanical Code; 2003 International Plumbing Code; 2003 International Fuel Gas Code; and the 2002 National Electrical Code and Chapter 29 of the Weld County Code. 4. Each building will require an engineered foundation based on a site-specific geotechnical report or an open hole inspection performed by a Colorado registered engineer. Engineered foundations shall be designed by a Colorado registered engineer. 3 The structures (if built)will probably be classified as a U ( horse barn) and A-5 (bleachers) occupancy. Fire resistance of walls and openings, construction requirements, maximum building height and allowable areas will be reviewed at the plan review. Setback and offset distances shall be determined by the Zoning Ordinance. 6. Building height shall be measured in accordance with the 2003 International Building Code for the purpose of determining the maximum building size and height for various uses and types of construction and to determine compliance with the Bulk Requirements from Chapter 27 of the Weld County Code. Building height shall be measured in accordance with Chapter 23 of the Weld County Code in order to determine compliance with offset and setback requirements. Offset and setback requirements are measured to the farthest projection from the building. 7. Portable toilet facilities shall meet the minimum number in table 2902.1 for bleacher facilities. 8. The bleachers, when built, shall be built to standard ICC/ANSI 300-2002. Please contact me for any further information regarding this project. �rerely, '' .1 R,l:mef Vigil Building Official Service,Teamwork,Integrity,Quality ( - Weld County Planning Department (ir'_E'.Ea rltFIGE 1 Weld County Refe►ra1 '°°'' cgriV ED June 1o, M COLORADO The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Martin & Berta Gutierrez Case Number USR-1483 Please Reply By July 15, 2004 Planner Chris Gathman Project A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Recreational I facilities and uses including race tracks and race courses (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District Legal Lots A& B RE-3375; Pt of the E2 Sectionlj, T2N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location Approximately 200 feet West of CR 31; approximately 1/4 mile South of CR 18. Parcel Number 1469 28 100058 &1469 28 100059 The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 17, 2004 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. al,See attached letter. • Comments: • Signature Date 2— — u y Agency / +Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO. 80631 4(970)353-6100 ext.3540 4(970)304-6498 fax Platte Valley Soil Conservation District 57 West Bromley Lane- Brighton, CO 80601 - Phone (303) 659-7004- Fax (303) 659-1768 June 24, 2004 CASE NUMBER: USR-1483 PROJECT: Site Specific Development Plan and Specific Review Permit for Recreational Facilities and Uses Including Race Tracks and Race Courses (Horse Racing) in the Agricultural Zone District PLANNER: Chris Gathman NRCS REPESENTATIVE: Jan Fritch, District Conservationist In consultation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service(NRCS),we have reviewed the above referenced case and have the following comments: SOILS/LIMITATIONS: The proposed site specific development plan for a horse race track is located on the following soil types: Loup-Boel loamy sand(35),Nelson fine sandy loam(38), Olney loamy sand (44), Olney fine sandy loam(47)and Vona loamy sand(73). The Olney and Vona soils have slight limitations for dwellings with or without basements. Loup-Boel soil has severe limitations for dwellings with or without basements due to its wetness and flooding potential;Nelson soil has moderate to severe limitations for this use due to shallow depth to rock. Special engineering design maybe required for foundations constructed in both of these soil types. For sanitary septic system absorption fields, the Olney and Vona soil types have slight limitations. The Loup-Boel soil has severe limitations for this use due to its rapid permeability and flooding potential; Nelson soil has severe limitations for septic absorption fields due to shallow depth to rock. Again, special engineering design may be required for these structures in both soil types. PRIME FARMLANDS: When irrigated, the Olney fine sandy loam soil is considered `prime farmland'. SOIL EROSION POTENTIAL: All of the soil types found on the proposed development parcel have high potential for wind erosion. Appropriate measures should be taken to minimize wind soil erosion during future construction activities, such as avoiding disturbances to large areas and preventing soil movement offsite. Developments such as race tracks with their associated facilities and parking areas will result in large areas disturbed during construction as well as during ongoing operation. Given that fact, it is strongly recommended that at the conclusion of construction activities disturbed areas be stabilized with gravel,pavement and,perhaps,perennial vegetation in areas that will not be used on a regular basis. Should fugitive dust become a problem during operation, consideration should be given to applying water to tracks,parking areas and other associated facilities to reduce the problem. The NRCS can be contacted for more information on grasses suitable for the site and instructions for planting. OTHER: Weed infestation can be a serious problem with developments such as that proposed. Should this occur the applicant can contact Ron Broda,Vegetation Weed Management Specialist with the Weld County Public Works Department at(970) 356-4000 X 3770 for assistance in developing a weed management plan. CONSERVATION - DEVELOPMENT-SELF-GOVERNMENT The District welcomes the opportunity to review and comment on proposals such as this. Conservation and wise use of our natural resources are foremost in our goals and objectives. We look forward to working with you in the future. If you or the applicant should have any questions, contact the NRCS representative at 303-659-7004. Sincerely, arne istrict Board of Supervisors Weld County Planning Department ;VP r ' 0'FICF JUL 2 0 2004 ttriWeld County Refer � � ED 111kJune 18, 2004 COLORADO The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Martin & Berta Gutierrez Case Number USR-1483 Please Reply By July 15, 2004 Planner Chris Gathman Project A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Recreational facilities and uses including race tracks and race courses (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District Legal Lots A& B RE-3375; Pt of the E2 Section 18, T2N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location Approximately 200 feet West of CR 31; approximately 1/4 mile South of CR 18. Parcel Number 1469 28 100058 &1469 28 100059y a M The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 17, 2004 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan "S. We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. ❑ See attached letter. Comments: �i1 °J Wns�: 1Z__� �r -r° P5t l4rn tM F dnlY CAJAr(aEtlac -.NE 05 4nlf7 tropeop .acs'lJr-rtES • Signature - -p_at.1 .6 Jt3r Date -41162/ O 4 Agency G t^�Y OF r° t-,p.b r Li +Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave.Greeley,CO.80631 +(970)353-6100 ext.3540 +(970)304-6498 fax STATE OF COLORADO ��FFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER pe artment vision of Water Resources Weld PIan.nmB n P epanment ofra Natural Resources County GREE1 i r'ne F 1313 Sherman Street, Room 818 ni t T004 k Denver,Colorado 80203 JUN ° r 1816 s/ Phone(303)866-3581 FAX(303)866-3589 �tp^c. f.o" RL�.' Bill Owens www.water.state.co.us Governor Russell George Executive Director June 28, 2004 Hal D.Simpson,P.E. State Engineer Weld County Planning Dept. c/o Chris Gathman 1555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley, CO 80631 Re: Gutierrez site development plan, USR-1483 Dear Chris: Pursuant to the State Engineer's August 7, 1995 memorandum to county planning directors, this office is no longer providing comments on land use actions that do not involve a subdivision as defined in Section 30-28-101(10)(a), C.R.S. This referral does not appear to qualify as a "subdivision". If you have any questions in this matter please call Joanna Williams in this office. Sincerely 6/2/;---9i Kevin G. Rein Water Resource Engineer Enclosure ,r. JUN-30-2004 WED 11 16 AM SOUW14EST WELD PLANNING FAX NO. 72 52 4211 P. 02 13038574603 Fort Lupton Fire Pro 1. :4i a.m. 06.30-2004 2/2 Id- to is 1121 DENVER AVE. EMERGENCY 911 s' FT. LUPTON, CO 80621 OFFICE 303-857-4603 ��•E IE•� June 30,2004 Chris Gathman Weld County Department of Planning Services 4209 CR 24 Y2 Longmont, Colorado RE: Case#USR-1483 Dear Chris: Mr. Martin Gutierrez showed me a plot pan of the access roads and parking for his horse racing at 7717 CR 31. I have approved these items and it will meet our standards for this type of operation. Sincerely,. Larry Richardson Fire Marshal Weld County Plamrinp, Department GPM Et ,?TETE JUN 2 4 2004 ,.— Kik ‘?"...... Weld County Ref e WIIDe. June 18, 2004 COLORADO The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Martin & Berta Gutierrez Case Number USR-1483 _ Please Reply By July 15, 2004 Planner Chri. C,athman Project A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Pt:rmit for a Recreational facilities and uses including race tracks and race course: (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District Legal Lots A& B RE-3375; Pt of the E2 Section 18, T2N, R66t V of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location Approximately 200 feet West of CR 31; approximately 1/4 mile South of CR 18. Parcel Number 1469 28 100058 &1469 28 100059 i The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any co 3ents or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by thc, ... we listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received I efore or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If y iu have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the requ, st. Please note that new information may be added to applications under review during the revie. ' process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 17, 2 14 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with o:;: Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. ❑ See attached letter. Comments: 1954/01/119 tee-C'/.6 era cc ##.vc/ V Etc? ,cc)cw.n.atYAW 1` is A4Do. a Signature aiarce. teZ,,e..„ Date 6 013_O(/ Agency Ete �rvafd4t/ f idee• Q611r- ❖weld County Planning Dept. 41555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO. 80631 ••(970)353-6100 ext.3540 4(970)304-6498 fax • Kit k\;"*.N; Weld County Referral WilkJune 18, 2004 COLORADO The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received !'i following item for review: Applicant Martin & Berta Gutierrez Case Number USI 1483 Please Reply By July 15, 2004 Planner Chi is Gathman Project A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a Recreational facilities and uses including race tracks and race course (horse racing) in the A (Agricultural)Zone District Legal Lots A& B RE-3375; Pt of the E2 Section 18, T2N, RP 3W of the 6th P.M., Weld I County, Colorado. Location Approximately 200 feet West of CR 31; approximatel• 1/4 mile South of CR 18. 1 1 Parcel Number 1a$$ 2: '005j X10''59 The application is su. -. o you for re .mmendation. Any con: nents or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the a! ove listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not receiveu lefore or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If ,. ou have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the reqt. ast. Please note that new information may be added to applications under review during the revic N process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information, please call the Departme, t of Planning Services. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 17, : J04 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with .ur Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. XSee attached letter. Comments: C t 8tnd Signature �J\(`� 1 Date 1—its—OA Agency 7_un (v (t pn1,T•f� ❖Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO. 80631 4(970)353-6100 ext.3540 4(970)304-6498 fax • MEMORANDUM COLORADO To: Chris Gathman, Planner July 16, 2004 From: Bethany Salzman, Zoning Compliance Officer Subject: USR-1483 Referral Upon review of my case files and computer, a Zoning Violation (VI-0400103)was noted. The violation was initiated as a result of commercial rodeo events without a Use by Special Review(USR)permit. The property owner has since submitted this Use by Special Review(USR-1483)application to the Department of Planning Services. Additionally,a building permit(BCS-030082)was located for the conversion of a garage into a craft/computer room. The last inspection conducted on this permit was on April 17, 2003,as a result, it is facing expiration. This aspect will need to be addressed with Peggy Gregory, Building Compliance Officer. Due to the prompt response of the property owners,this case has not been presented to the Board of County Commissioners through the Violation Hearing process. Should this Use by Special Review(USR-1483)application be approved,the plat shall be recorded within 30 days of approval to avoid revocation proceedings. As soon as the plat has been recorded,this violation will be closed. Should this Use by Special Review (USR-1483) application be denied, the applicant shall have 30 days to remove all commercial equipment and associated activity prior to proceeding with the violation process. cc: VI-0400103 BCS-030082 SERVICE,TEAMWORK,INTEGRITY,QUALITY Office of the Sheriff 1,1Al�' ' S • ea a s. 1 John Cooke To: Whom it may concern From: Deputy Les Wiemers Date: August 12,2004 Re: Horse race application I am a Community Resource Officer for the Weld County Sheriffs Office assigned to the south east portion of the county. I was asked by Weld County Planning and Zoning to provide a response for USR-1483. After researching this application and visiting the area where the races are to occur I can make the following response. Every week I man a "Storefront" at the AWRP community building located in the Aristocrat subdivision. This service is provided to the citizens Aristocrat so that they can come visit me and voice law enforcement concerns in their community. For the past several months I have had dozens of citizens come in to complain about the hone racing events that Mr. Gutierrez hosts at his property. The 3 major complaints these people have are; 1. The spectators park their vehicles along WCR 31, thus causing a traffic hazard. Some of the spectators have even been known to park their vehicles in neighboring driveways. 2. Spectators leaving the property and urinating along the public roadway or in view of the neighboring property. 3. Spectators leaving the property and loitering along the roadway or trespassing across the neighboring properties. I checked our calls for service at this location and we have received several calls complaining about the traffic hazard created by the spectators parking along the road as well as some public urination complaints. Centennial Complex North Jail Complex Fort Lupton Sub Station Del Camino Sub Station 910 10th Avenue 2110O Street 330 Park Avenue 4209 WCR 24 1/2 Greeley,CO 80631 Greeley,CO 80631 Fort Lupton,CO 80621 Longmont,CO 80504 Phone(970)356-4015 Phone(970)356-4015 Phone(303)857-2465 Phone(720)6524215 Fax(970)353-8551 Fxt.3922 Fax(303)857-3027 Fax(720)652-4217 Fax(970)304-6461 As of this time the Sheriffs Office has handled several calls at this location and up to now Mr. Gutierrez has had fairly low attendance at his events. I read in the application that Mr. Gutierrez plans to have up to 1000 people attend these events. As a law enforcement officer this concerns me. Luckily we have had no traffic accidents due to the cars parked along the road but I believe it will only be a matter of time until we have one. WCR 31 is a heavily traveled road, it is one of the main roads used by the citizens of Aristocrat Ranchettes. I have attached photos that show WCR 31. You will be able to see that there is no place to park along the roadway. I was also given a video tape by one of the neighboring property owners who filmed the traffic problem that occurs on the days the horse races take place. I believe it will be very easy for spectators to bring alcoholic beverages onto the property, and as stated before there is expected to be a large number of people attending these events. These two factors create the possibility of people drinking and driving when they leave the event. I also fear the possibility of people fighting and other such criminal activity occurring at these events. During the time these events are scheduled to take place the Sheriffs Office has only 1 deputy scheduled on duty in the south east portion of the county. I fear these events will increase the call load for this deputy and create a potentially unsafe situation for the citizens in southeast Weld County. The applicant mentions nothing about security being provided. With the crowds that are expected I believe not having security is inappropriate. When I looked at the property I did not see very much lighting on the property. If these events linger into the evening I believe the lack of adequate lighting will cause an unsafe condition. I did not see in the application where liability insurance has been obtained. I do not know for sure if this is a requirement but I believe this question needs to be addressed. Based upon my listed concerns I recommend that this application be denied. Respyctfully submitted Deputy Les Wiemers Weld County Sheriffs Office 970-356-4015 ex 4174 Iwiemers@co.weld.co.us Centennial Complex North Jail Complex Fort Lupton Sub Station Del Camino Sub Station 910 10th Avenue 2110 O Street 330 Park Avenue 4209 WCR 24 1/2 Greeley,CO 80631 Greeley,CO 80631 Fort Lupton,CO 80621 Longmont,CO 80504 Phone(970)3564015 Phone(970)356-4015 Phone(303)857-2465 Phone(720)6524215 Fax(970)353-8551 Eat 3922 Fax(303)857-3027 Fax(720)652-4217 Fax(970)304-6461 The following photos show how WCR 31 does not accommodate parking on the roadway. Also, I have included a video tape given to me by Aristocrat resident, Marty Matthews who lives at 15075 Higgins. Mr. Matthews taped the traffic problems that occur during these race events. He taped 2 separate days. The first was on 3/27/04 and the second on 7/18/04. I highly encourage that you view this tape to see the traffic problem this creates. 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