HomeMy WebLinkAbout20043712.tiff fer4rg MEMORANDUM
TO: Commissioner Masden
‘IIl ' DATE: November 23, 2004
COLORADO
FROM: Kim Ogle, Planning Manager d
SUBJECT: Sparboe Horizon Corporation
3`d AmUSR-655
Ogle completed the case history of the sign located on the Sparboe property. At issue was
Staff's determination based on known information.
The 3`d AmUSR-655 land use application was approved by the Board of County Commissioners
on June 6, 2001, with the plat recorded on January 15, 2002.
Development Standards do not address any additional on premises signs or any sign.
On January 9, 2003 a Building Permit was submitted (BCS-030010) for a 5'x8'x9' illuminated
sign on 4' square tube posts - fabricated sheet metal wl white face & internal fluorescent
lamps (277 volts).
On January 17, 2003 Planning staff determined that the proposed sign is larger than allowed in
Agricultural Zone District. Planning staff to send letter.
On September 17, 2004 Planning Staff (Jacqueline) submitted a letter to Jeff Benge of
Freeman Signs Inc out of Englewood concerning the size of the sign. The size of the sign is in
excess of the Agricultural Zone District (16 SF)
On November 15, 2004 the Building Permit Application expired. The application was referred to
code compliance for action (Peggy Gregory in Building Code Compliance). Planning Staff was
notified to prepare for a Substantial Change Hearing for the amendment to the existing USR.
At issue is the lack of a Building Permit for the installed sign. Staff is willing to defer action on
this property, if the property owner is able to provide a timeline for the amendment to the
existing 3r° AmUSR--655, specific to when the application should be expected into this office.
Staff is aware that the applicant seeks to expand and enlarge operations with the addition of at
a minimum one structure for the facility.
Staff requests the applicant provide an application within the 2004 Calendar year for
processing. With the proposed amendment, all issues that remain either unresolved or
outstanding may be addressed with this application, pending approval by the Board of County
Commissioners, i.e., all signs.
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES
BUILDING INSPECTION
NORTH OFFICE
918 10TH STREET
GREELEY, COLORADO 80631
11111D e PHONE (970) 353-6100, EXT.3540
FAX (970) 304-6498
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COLORADO
November 15, 2004
Sparboe Farms Inc.
6339 CR 47
Hudson CO 80642
RE: Building Permit Application BCN-030010—for Sign
Dear Sirs:
The building permit application referenced above dated 1/8/03 has expired. Freeman Signs Inc was
notified by letter dated September 17, 2004 and attached herein, that this sign, which is already
installed, is not in compliance with the Weld County Code Section 23-4-90.B and and Section 29-3-10.
Failure to address this problem may result in a violation being initiated and/or review of your current
zoning permit 3`dAMUSR-655.
Your immediate attention to this problem would be most appreciated. If you have any questions,
please contact Jacqueline Hatch, Planner at this office.
Sincerely,
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Lin Dodge
Building Technician
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3rd AMUSR-655
Jacqueline Hatch, Planner
Freeman Signs Inc
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DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING SERVICES
918 10th Street
GREELEY, COLORADO 80631
WEBSITE: vvvvw.co.weld.co.us
jhatch@co.weld.co.us
CE-MAIL:PHONE(970) 353-6100, EXT. 3540
FAX(970) 304-6498
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September 17, 2004
Freeman Signs, Inc
Jeff Benge
1920 W. Cornell Ave
Englewood CO 80110
Subject: BCS-030010—Sign Permit
Dear Mr. Benge,
The Department of Planning Services' has reviewed your application and related materials for
compliancy with the Weld County Code in regards to the sign. We find that your sign proposal
does not meet the intent of the Code.
Section 23-4-90.B of the Weld County Code states that one (1) identification sigh per principal
use shall be allowed, provided that the sign does not exceed sixteen (16) square feet in area per
face. The proposed sign is forty (40) square feet. If you wish to proceed with a forty (40) square
foot sign the Department of Planning Services recommends that you amend your Use by Special
Review permit, 3rd AMUSR-655.
If you need any further information, please feel free to contact me at the above address,
telephone number or e-mail address.
Sincerely,
Jacqueline Hatch, Planner
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