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HomeMy WebLinkAbout982144.tiff RESOLUTION RE: APPROVE SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1199 FOR OPEN CUT GRAVEL MINING AND CONCRETE AND ASPHALT BATCH PLANT IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT (COMBINE SUP #397, USR #809, USR#1132, AND 98 ADDITIONAL ACRES) -WESTERN MOBILE, INC. WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 4th day of November, 1998, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. in the Chambers of the Board for the purpose of hearing the application of Western Mobile, Inc., 1590 West 12th Avenue, Denver, Colorado 80204, for a Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit#1199 for Open Cut Gravel Mining and Concrete and Batch Plant in the A (Agricultural) Zone District (Combine SUP#397, USR #809, USR#1132, and 98 additional acres) on the following described real estate, to-wit: Part of Section 4, Township 2 North, Range 68, and part of Section 9, Township 2 North, Range 68 West of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado WHEREAS, said applicant was represented by Mike Hart, Hart Environmental, at said hearing, and WHEREAS, Section 24.4.2 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance provides standards for review of said Special Review Permit, and WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners heard all of the testimony and statements of those present, studied the request of the applicant and the recommendations of the Weld County Planning Commission and all of the exhibits and evidence presented in this matter and, having been fully informed, finds that this request shall be approved for the following reasons: 1. The submitted materials are in compliance with the application requirements of Section 24.7 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. 2. It is the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners that the applicant has shown compliance with Section 24.4.2 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance as follows: a. Section 24.4.2.1 -- That the proposal is consistent with the Weld County Comprehensive Plan. CM.Goal 2 states, "Promote the reasonable and orderly development of mineral resources." Additionally, no prime farm land will be taken out of production with this proposal. This Special Review Permit addresses existing operations as permitted by SUP#397, USR #809 and USR #1132. CL A 40P/ f� 982144 PL1271 SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT#1199 -WESTERN MOBILE, INC. PAGE 2 b. Section 24.4.2.2 -- That the proposal is consistent with the intent of the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Section 31.4.1 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance provides for mineral resource development facilities as a Use by Special Review in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. c. Section 24.4.2.3 --That the proposal will be compatible with the existing surrounding land uses. Surrounding land uses include agricultural and commercial activities, as well as other sand and gravel mining operations. d. Section 24.4.2.4 -- That the proposed use will be compatible with future development of the surrounding area as permitted by the existing zoning and with the future development as projected by the Comprehensive Plan or Master Plans of affected municipalities. The site lies in the "limited site factors" area of the MUD. This area is designated for agricultural uses, low density residential, primary drainage ways, mature riparian areas, floodplain and floodway overlays. The majority of the Reclamation Plan includes areas for recreation and wildlife habitat. The Town of Mead has no conflict with its interests, the Town of Frederick and The Town of Firestone did not comment. e. Section 24.4.2.5 -- The site is located within the Flood Hazard Overlay District area as shown on FEMA Panel Map#080266 0850 C and the Mixed Use Development area. The Conditions of Approval and Development Standards address the issue of the floodplain. MUD.Policy 6.12 of the Weld County Comprehensive Plan requires all new development to comply with the mineral resource section of the plan. CM.Policy 5.4 of the Comprehensive Plan states "the operation will comply with County flood hazard regulations". f. Section 24.4.2.6 -- No prime farm land will be taken out of production with this proposal. The majority of this property is already in operation, permitted by SUP #397, USR#809 and USR#1132. g. Section 24.4.2.7 -- The Design Standards (Section 24.5 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance), Operation Standards (Section 24.6 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance), Conditions of Approval, and Development Standards ensure that there are adequate provisions for the protection of health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and county. h. Section 44 --Additional requirements for open mining have been addressed through this application and the Development Standards will insure compliance with Section 44 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, that the application of Western Mobile, Inc., for a Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit#1199 for Open Cut Gravel Mining and Concrete and Batch Plant in the A (Agricultural) Zone District (Combine SUP#397, USR #809, USR #1132, and 98 additional acres) on the hereinabove described parcel of land be, and hereby is, granted subject to the following conditions: 982144 PL1271 SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT#1199 - WESTERN MOBILE, INC. PAGE 3 1. The attached Development Standards for the Special Review Permit shall be adopted and placed on the Special Review Plat prior to recording the plat. The completed plat shall be delivered to the Department of Planning Services and be ready for recording in the Weld County Clerk and Recorder's Office within 30 days of approval by the Board of County Commissioners. 2. Prior to recording the plat: A. The plat shall be amended to delineate the following: 1. All plats will reflect the new alignment of Weld County Road 5.5. 2. The plat shall delineate the land holdings of prior permits SUP#397, USR#809 and USR#1132. B. Inadvertently omitted. C. The applicant shall apply the existing road maintenance and improvement agreement and long term road maintenance and improvements agreement. The applicant is not proposing any new haul routes and shall adhere to the existing route. D. Any change in the existing operation would reflect an additional right-of-way dedication for county roads and possible upgrade paving to meet MUD standards. E. The applicant shall obtain a resolution vacating USR#397, USR#809 and USR#1132, and submit evidence to the Weld County Planning Department. F. The applicant shall obtain a Flood Hazard Permit for any new structures. G. The applicant shall submit any necessary Air Permit modifications or Air Pollution Emissions Notices to the Air Pollution Control Division, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. H. The operator shall review the current dust abatement program and submit an updated plan for approval to both the Weld County Planning Department and the Weld County Health Department and submit evidence of Health Department approval to the Department of Planning Services. The applicant shall apply and be approved for a Flood Hazard Development Permit for any development that will increase or decrease the base flood elevation in the flood plain as delineated on FEMA Panel Map #080266 0850 C, dated September 28, 1982. 3. The Special Review activity shall not occur nor shall any building or electrical permits be issued on the property until the Special Review plat is ready to be recorded in the office of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder. 982144 PL1271 SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT#1199 -WESTERN MOBILE, INC. PAGE 4 4. The applicant is currently in the process of being acquired by another company. At such time as the acquiring company becomes officially recognized by the Colorado Secretary of State, it shall provide notice of such recognition to the Department of Planning Services staff, and submit to the staff, copies of its Articles of Incorporation and Certificate of Good Standing. The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted by the following vote on the 4th day of November, A.D., 1998. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WELD COUNTY, COLORADO ATTEST: /a' �/ /' } L�� � '. Constance L. Harbe , Chair Weld County Clerk to th So ,\L�•' / 1 1 N 1 i W. H. W bster, Pro-Tem BY: , #//L't Deputy Clerk to the Bo�. � 1 K2C e . Baxter D AS TO FORM: Dalle K. Hall ounty A orney . A( _ "e l arbara J. Kirkmeyer 982144 PL1271 SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS WESTERN MOBILE, INC. USR#1199 1. The Site Specific Development Plan and Special Use Permit#1199 is intended to replace previously approved Use By Special Review Permits SUP #397, USR #809 and USR #1132. The following Development Standards are for Open Pit Sand and Gravel Mining Operations, including the conveyance of excavated sand and gravel under Colorado State Highway 119, importation of sand and gravel material, processing and sales, and concrete and asphalt batch plant operations in the A (Agricultural) Zone District as described in the previously submitted application materials on file with the Weld County Department of Planning Services, as well as new application materials submitted under this Special Use Permit, all of which is subject to the Development Standards stated herein. The location of the asphalt and batch plant is limited to the area previously permitted under USR #1132. 2. Approval of this plan may create a vested property right pursuant to Section 90 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. 3. The sand and gravel operation shall comply with operation policies identified in Section 44 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. Any violation of these regulations shall be grounds for cancellation of the Permit. 4. All operations on said described parcel shall be in conformance with the Weld County Flood Regulations including: a. No fill, berms, or stockpiles shall be placed in the one hundred (100) year flood plain of the St. Vrain River which would obstruct passage of flood flows. b. All fuel tanks, septic tanks, temporary buildings, and any other hazardous items that might wash away during flooding shall be securely anchored and adequately flood proofed to avoid creation of a health hazard. Following completion of mining, all temporary buildings shall be removed. 5. All liquid and solid wastes shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination. 6. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. 7. Fugitive dust shall be controlled on this site. 8. The maximum permissible noise level shall not exceed the industrial limit of 80 db(A), as measured according to Section 25-12-102, C.R.S. 9. The applicant shall remove, handle, and stockpile overburden, soil, sand and gravel from the facility area in a manner that will prevent nuisance conditions. 10. The NPDES Permit shall be modified from the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Health for any additional discharge into State Waterways. 982144 PL1271 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS -WESTERN MOBILE, INC. (USR#1199) PAGE 2 11. The site shall operate in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations of the Air Pollution Control Division. 12. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Sign District Regulations of Section 2.8 of the Mixed Use Development Plan. 13. An individual sewage disposal system shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations for any structure constructed on the site in which people will be working, congregating, bathing, etc. Portable toilets may be utilized on sites which are temporary locations of the crusher, etc. for up to six months at each location. 14. A suitable supply of drinking water shall be provided for the employees. 15. The operation shall comply with the Mine Safety and Health Act (MSHA). 16. The operation shall comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). 17. All construction on the property shall be in accordance with the Weld County Building Code Ordinance. 18. The site shall maintain compliance with the Mountain View Fire Protection District, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Colorado Division of Minerals and Geology. 19. Mining in the St. Vrain River or Boulder Creek shall be prohibited. 20. No excavation or processing of sand and gravel, nor the creation of any reclaimed lake boundary shall be permitted nearer than 100 feet to the St. Vrain River or Boulder Creek. 21. All sand and gravel operations shall be conducted during the hours of daylight except in the case of public or private emergency or to make necessary repairs to equipment. This restriction shall not apply to operation of administrative and executive offices or repair and maintenance facilities located on the property in accordance with Section 44.4.2 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. 22. The conveyor crossing over Boulder Creek shall be elevated to allow the passage of canoes and small boats on the river. 23. "No Trespassing" signs shall be posted and maintained on the perimeter fence to clearly identify the boundaries of the site. 24. No excavation shall occur within 25 feet of an easement. 25. No excavation shall occur within 50 feet of State Highway 119. 26. No excavation shall occur within 250 feet of any existing residence. 982144 PL1271 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS -WESTERN MOBILE, INC. (USR#1199) PAGE 3 27. Excavation-generated traffic shall utilize the approved haul road, Weld County Road 7, and shall maintain compliance with the existing Improvements Agreement. In addition, vehicular traffic shall ingress and egress onto Weld County Road 7 as shown on the Special Review Plat. 28. Lighting provided for security and emergency night operation on the site shall be designed so that the lighting will not adversely affect surrounding property owners. 29. The site shall be maintained in such a manner so as to prevent soil erosion, fugitive dust, and the growth of noxious weeds. The site shall be maintained in such a manner as to present a neat and well-kept appearance. 30. Existing trees and ground cover along public road frontage and drainage ways shall be preserved, maintained, and supplemented, if necessary, for the depth of the setback in order to protect against and/or reduce noise, dust, and erosion. 31. Where topsoil is removed, sufficient arable soil shall be set aside for respreading over the reclaimed areas. 32. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Design Standards of Section 24.5 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. 33. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Operation Standards of Section 24.6 of the Weld County Zoning Ordinance. 34. The applicant shall remove, handle, and stockpile overburden, soil, sand and gravel from the facility area in a manner that will prevent nuisance conditions. 35. There shall be no staging or parking along Weld County Road 7. All parking, loading and off-loading shall be on-site. 36. Weld County Road 5.5 is designated on the I-25 Mixed Use Development Comprehensive Plan Map, 2.2 Structural Transportation Network as a two-lane collector road requiring 80 feet of right-of-way. All setbacks should be from this measurement. 37. Land designated for future development in the Reclamation Plan will be required to meet Weld County and MUD requirements in future applications. This site is located in an area designated as "Limited Site Factors". Table 2.1 in the Mixed Use Development Plan lists designated density and zoning as agricultural uses, low density residential, primary drainage ways, mature riparian areas, floodplain and floodway overlays. 38. Personnel from the Weld County Health Department and Weld County Planning Department shall be granted access onto the property at any reasonable time in order to ensure the activities carried out on the property comply with the Development Standards stated herein and all applicable Weld County regulations. 982144 PL1271 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS -WESTERN MOBILE, INC. (USR #1199) PAGE 4 39. The Special Review area shall be limited to the plans shown hereon and governed by the foregoing standards and all applicable Weld County regulations. Substantial changes from the plans or Development Standards as shown or stated shall require the approval of an amendment of the Permit by the Weld County Board of Commissioners before such changes from the plans or Development Standards are permitted. Any other changes shall be filed in the office of the Department of Planning Services. 40. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with all of the foregoing Development Standards. Noncompliance with any of the foregoing Development Standards may be reason for revocation of the Permit by the Board of County Commissioners. 41. The applicant shall continue to work with FEMA to determine whether an application for a Letter of Map Revision is necessary. 982144 PL1271 Hello