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Approve Request to Extend Time to Record Map for Use by Special Review Permit,
USR24-0018 — Chad and Carle Smith, c/o Pivot Solar 65, LLC
Whereas, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
Whereas, on the 20th day of November, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners of
Weld County, Colorado, approved the application of Chad and Carle Smith,
15864 County Road 94, Pierce, Colorado 80650, do Pivot Solar 65, LLC,
1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado 80202, for Use by Special Review
Permit, USR24-0018, for a Solar Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and
historic townsites, in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, on the following described real
estate, being more particularly described as follows:
Part of the N1/2 of Section 15, Township 8 North, Range 66 West of the
6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado
Whereas, Section 23-2-200.H of the Weld County Code states, "The applicant shall
submit the draft map for preliminary approval to the Department of Planning Services in
electronic (.pdf) format. Upon approval, the applicant shall submit the map on Mylar or
other drafting media approved by the Department of Planning Services, along with all
other documentation required as Conditions of Approval. The map shall be recorded in
the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services. The
map shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of Subsection 23-2-260.D of
this Article. The map shall be recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the
date of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution. The applicant shall be
responsible for paying the recording fee. If a Use by Special Review (USR) map has not
been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Board of County
Commissioners Resolution, or within a date specified by the Board of County
Commissioners, the Board may require the landowner to appear before it and present
evidence substantiating that the Use by Special Review (USR) has not been abandoned
and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the Use by Special
Review (USR) map. The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for
recording the map. If the Board determines that conditions supporting the original
approval of the Use by Special Review (USR) cannot be met, the Board may, after a
public hearing, revoke the Use by Special Review (USR).", and
Whereas, the Department of Planning Services received a request from Pivot Solar 65,
LLC, by letter dated July 3, 2025, seeking a further extension until October 17, 2025, to
complete the Conditions of Approval and record the map for USR24-0018 in the records
of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder, and staff set the matter to be considered by the
Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, on July 21, 2025, and
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Whereas, the Board heard all of the testimony and statements of those present, studied
the information presented by the applicant, and recommendation of the Weld County
Department of Planning Services, and having been fully informed, deems it advisable to
grant the extension request until October 17, 2025.
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County,
Colorado, that the request of Chad and Carle Smith, do Pivot Solar 65, LLC, for an
extension of time to complete the Conditions of Approval and record the map for Use by
Special Review Permit, USR24-0018, be, and hereby is, approved, with said extension
granted until October 17, 2025.
The Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, approved the above
and foregoing Resolution, on motion duly made and seconded, by the following vote on
the 21st day of July, A.D., 2025:
Perry L. Buck, Chair: Aye
Scott K. James, Pro -Tern: Aye
Jason S. Maxey: Aye
Lynette Peppler: Aye
Kevin D. Ross: Aye
Approved as to Form:
Bruce Barker, County Attorney
Attest:
Esther E. Gesick, Clerk to the Board
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
DATE
FROM:
SUBJECT:
Board of County Commissioners
July 10, 2025
Molly Wright, Department of Planning Services
USR24-0018 Extension request
Kyle Hockstad with Pivot Solar submitted an extension request for USR24-0018, Pivot Solar 65 LLC and
Pivot Solar 75 LLC. The applicant is requesting an extension date of October 17, 2025. The extension
request states: "Many of these conditions can be completed in a timely manner, but Pivot was waiting
for final project sizing from Xcel before executing to ensure the recorded USR accurately reflects
the final project size and layout"
USR24-0018 was approved by the Board of County Commissioners on November 20, 2024 for an 54 acre
Solar Energy Facility (SEF).
Per Section 23-2-200.H: The applicant shall submit the draft map for preliminary approval to the
Department of Planning Services in electronic (.pdf) format. Upon approval, the applicant shall submit the
map on Mylar or other drafting media approved by the Department of Planning Services, along with all
other documentation required as Conditions of Approval. The map shall be recorded in the office of the
County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services. The map shall be prepared in
accordance with the requirements of Subsection 23-2-260.D of this Article. The map shall be recorded
within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution. The
applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. If a Use by Special Review (USR) map has not
been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners
Resolution, or within a date specified by the Board of County Commissioners, the Board may require the
landowner to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the Use by Special Review (USR)
has not been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the Use by
Special Review (USR) map. The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for recording the
map. If the Board determines that conditions supporting the original approval of the Use by Special Review
(USR) cannot be met, the Board may, after a public hearing, revoke the Use by Special Review (USR).
The Department of Planning Services is in support of this extension.
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Attn: Molly Wright
Weld County Department of Planning Services
1402 N. 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80632
RE: USR24-0018 (Pivot Solar 65 LLC and Pivot Solar 75 LLC) - Recording Extension
Request
To Whom it May Concern:
This letter is written to request an extension on the 120 -day recording deadline for mylars within
condition of approval 3 of the permit resolution. Work on the conditions of approval for the project
is still ongoing, and the mylars could not be recorded within the second extension timeframe,
which expired on April 9, 2025. For Pivot Energy's past USR permits, extensions on this timeframe
were administratively approved by planning; however, it has been brought to our attention that
this now requires board approval. The purpose of this letter is to provide additional context for the
board on why an extension is necessary.
To date, the following conditions have been addressed:
• 1.B — Improvements and Road Maintenance Agreement: Completed 2/24/24
The following conditions still have outstandirg items that are preventing the recordation of the
USR map. Many of these conditions can be completed in a timely manner, but Pivot was waiting
for final project sizing from Xcel before executing to ensure the recorded USR accurately reflects
the final project size and layout:
• 1.A - A Landscape and Screening Plan: This is contingent on the final maximum project
size. Pivot is pursuing parallel paths of designing fencing/screening to comply with the
code, and also pursuing waivers with the neighbors. If we are unsuccessful at obtaining
waivers by the time we submit for building permit, we will ensure that the code is met with
our fencing/screening plan.
• 1.C - Drainage Narrative: Pivot anticipates this can be completed within two to four weeks.
• 1.D - Traffic Narrative: Pivot anticipates this can be completed within two to four weeks.
• 1.E - Acknowledge the advisory comments of the Weld County Oil and Gas Energy
Department: Pivot anticipates this can be completed within two to four weeks.
Based on the timelines outlined above, Pivot is requesting an extension to 10/17/25 to ensure
that an additional extension is not necessary. As Pivot was recently made aware that the
expiration and nature of extension requests are no longer being administrative, we have shifted
priorities to focus on completing these items. Furthermore, for future projects Pivot will work to
ensure that as many Conditions of Approval are addressed prior to intitial hearings, and certainly
work to stay within 120 days thereafter barring extenuating circumstances.
Sincerely,
Kyle Hockstad
Developer, Pivot Energy
Extension Request
Department of Planning Services
1402 N. 17TH Avenue, P.O. Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632
www.weld.gov I (970) 400-6100 I Fax (970) 304-6498
The Weld County Code contains certain timeframes that developments must meet. Please refer to the
Weld County Code, accessible online from the link under Useful Links on the County website:
www.weld.gov. See attached for excerpted sections.
An extension of time may requested by submitting this form. Please complete this page and email it to the
planner you have been working with. The form may also be faxed to the number above or mailed or
delivered to the address above.
Your name: Kyle Sundman
Planner on case: Molly Wright
Phone: 719.233.4322 Email: ksundman@pivotenergy.net
Case number: USR24-0018 Date case conditionally approved: 12/10/24
Number of Previous Extension Requests: 0 Extension date requested: 10/17/25
Reason for request: We are still working through the site sizing with Xcel and would like to wait to record
the plat/map until this is formalized. The project is still in the Xcel study process and will not increase in size.
This extension should allow for enough time to receive the study information required to finalize the map.
Type of extension (check one):
X Plat/map recording deadline extension
Construction commencement deadline extension
Other
I (We) acknowledge the County will charge an additional $50.00 for every three-month period beyond the
original deadline to record the map or plat per the Fee Schedule in Appendix 5-J of the County code.
07/03/25
Signature Date Signature Date
Kyle Sundman
Print Print
For Planning Department Use:
An extension is hereby granted for the case and date listed above.
An extension is hereby granted for the case listed above but until
The requested extension is denied for the following reason(s):
The requested extension will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners for its
decision at its regular 9:00 a.m. meeting on . Please be sure to
attend the meeting.
Director of Planning Services
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Selected County Requirements
Change of Zone plat recording:
Sec. 23-2-50.F: Upon approval, the applicant shall submit the plat on Mylar or other drafting media approved by the Department
of Planning Services, thirty-six (36) inches wide by twenty-four (24) inches high, along with all other documentation required as
Conditions of Approval. The plat shall bear original signatures and seals in permanent black ink. The plat shall be recorded in the
office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services. The plat shall be prepared in accordance with
the requirements of Subsection 23-2-50.D of this Article. The plat shall be recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from
the date of the Board of County Commissioners resolution, or within a date specified by the Board of County Commissioners. The
applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. If a plat has not been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days
of the date of the approval of the Change of Zone (COZ), or within a date specified by the Board of County Commissioners, the
Board may require the landowner to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the COZ has not been abandoned
and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the plat. The Board of County Commissioners may extend
the date for recording the plat. If the Board determines that conditions supporting the original approval of the COZ cannot be met,
the Board may, after a public hearing, revoke the COZ.
Site Plan Review construction commencement:
Sec. 23-2-170.B: Construction of improvements pursuant to approval of a Site Plan Review shall be commenced, and continual
progress shall be made within three (3) years from the date of approval, or the approval shall terminate thirty (30) days following
n otice to the applicant. The Director of Planning Services may grant a one-time extension of up to one hundred twenty (120) days,
for good cause shown. upon a written request by the landowner. Before this extension has expired, the applicant may seek a
further extension from the Board of County Commissioners by written request to the Director of Planning.
Site Plan Review map recording:
Sec. 23-2-175.B: Upon approval of the draft Site Plan Review map, the applicant shall submit a Site Plan Review map for recording,
along with ah other documentation required as conditions of approval. The map shall be delineated in nonfading permanent black
ink on Mylar or other drafting media approved by the Department of Planning Services. The map shall bear original signatures
and seals in permanent black ink The size of each sheet shall be twenty-four (24) inches in height by thirty-six (36) inches in
width. Upon completion of all conditions of approval, the map shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by
the Department of Planning Services. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. The conditions of approval
shall be met and the map recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date the administrative review was signed. The
Director of Planning Services may grant an extension. for good cause shown, upon a written request by the applicant. If no written
request is submitted, if the Director of Planning Services denies the extension. or if the conditions are not met and the map
recorded by the date specified by the Director of Planning Services, the Site Plan Review approval shall be terminated.
U se by Special Review (USR) map recording:
Sec. 23-2-200.H: The applicant shall submit the draft map for preliminary approval to the Department of Planning Services in
e lectronic (.pdf) format. Upon approval, the applicant shall submit the map on Mylar or other drafting media approved by the
Department of Planning Services, along with all other documentation required as Conditions of Approval. The map shall be
recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services. The map shall be prepared in
accordance with the requirements of Subsection 23-2-260. D of this Article. The map shall be recorded within one hundred twenty
(120) days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the
recording fee. If a Use by Special Review (USR) map has not been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date
of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution, or within a date specified by the Board of County Commissioners. the Board
may require the landowner to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the Use by Special Review (USR) has not
been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the Use by Special Review (USR) map.
The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for recording the map. If the Board determines that conditions
supporting the original approval of the Use by Special Review (USR) cannot be met, the Board may, after a public hearing, revoke
the Use by Special Review (USR).
U SR construction commencement:
Sec. 23-2-290.A: Construction or use pursuant to approval of a Use by Special Review Permit shall be commenced within three
(3) years from the date of approval, unless otherwise specified by the Board of County Commissioners when issuing the original
Permit. or the Permit shall be vacated. The Director of Planning Services may grant an extension of time, for good cause shown.
u pon a written request by the landowner.
U SR for major facility of public utility (non -1041) map recording:
Sec. 23-2-380.E: Upon approval, the applicant shall submit the plat, along with all other documentation required as conditions of
approval. The plat shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services within
o ne hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Planning Commission resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying
the recording fee. If a Use by Special Review (USR) plat has not been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the
date of the Planning Commission resolution, or within a date specified by the Planning Commission, the Planning Commission
may require the applicant to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the Use by Special Review (USR) has not
been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the Use by Special Review (USR) plat.
The Planning Commission may extend the date for recording the plat If the Planning Commission determines that conditions
supporting the original approval of the Use by Special Review (USR) plat cannot be met, the Planning Commission may, after a
public hearing, revoke the Use by Special Review (USR).
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Selected County Code requirements, continued
USR for major facility of public utility, utility line (non -1041) map recording:
Sec. 23-2-390.E: Upon approval, the applicant shall submit the map, along with all other documentation required as conditions of
approval. The map shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services within
one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Planning Commission resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying
the recording fee. If a Use by Special Review (USR) map has not been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the
date of the Planning Commission resolution, or within a date specified by the Planning Commission, the Planning Commission
may require the applicant to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the Use by Special Review (USR) nas not
been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the Use by Special Review (USR) map.
The Planning Commission may extend the date for recording the map. If the Planning Commission determines that conditions
supporting the original approval of the Use by Special Review (USR) map cannot be met, the Planning Commission may, after a
public hearing, revoke the Use by Special Review (USR).
USR for domestic water pipeline map recording:
Sec. 23-2-440.F: The applicant shall submit one (1) paper or electronic copy of the map for preliminary approval to the Department
of Planning Services. Upon approval of the paper copy, the applicant shall submit a Mylar map, along with all other documentation
required as Conditions of Approval. The Mylar map shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the
Department of Planning Services. The map shall be preparec In accordance with the requirements of Subsection 23-2-520 of this
Article. The Mylar map and additional requirements shall be recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the
Board of County Commissioners Resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. If a Use by Special
Review (USR) map has not been recorded within one hundred twenty (120) days from the date of the Board of County
Commissioners Resolution. or within a date specified by the Board of County Commissioners, the Board may require the
landowner/applicant to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the Use by Special Review (USR) has not been
abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the Use by Special Review (USR) map. The
Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for recording the map. If the Board determines that conditions supporting
the original approval of the Use by Special Review (USR) map cannot be met. the Board may, after a public hearing, revoke the
Use by Special Review (USR).
Zoning Permits for Certain Uses in the Agricultural Zone District (ZPAGs) map recording:
Sec. 23-4-1200.C: If approved, the Zoning Permit Plan shall be recorded by the Department of Planning Services prior to
commencement of the USE or construction. The applicant shall pay the recording fee. If the required documents have not been
recorded within ninety (90) days from the date of approval or if an applicant is unwilling or unable to meet any of the conditions
within ninety (90) days of approval, the Director of Planning Services may refer the application to the Board of County
Commissioners, which may revoke the zoning permit following a public hearing. The applicant shall be notified of the public hearing
at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing. Prior to said hearing. the Director of Planning Services may grant a one-time extension
of up to ninety (90) days. for good cause shown, upon a written request by the applicant. Before this extension has expired. the
applicant may seek a further extension from the Board of County Commissioners by written request to the Director of Planning. If
the Board of County Commissioners denies the extension or if the conditions are not met and the required documents recorded
by the date specified by the Board, the zoning permit approval shall be voided, and the application denied.
ZPAG construction commencement:
Sec. 23-4-1240.E: Construction or USE pursuant to issuance of a zoning permit shall be commenced within three (3) years from
the date of approval of the permit. A one-time extension of one hundred twenty (120) days may be granted by the Department of
Planning Services for good cause shown by written request. Before this extension has expired. the applicant may seek a further
extension from the Board of County Commissioners by written request to the Director of Planning Services. If the Board of County
Commissioners denies the extension or if construction has not commenced by the date specified by the Board, the zoning permit
approval shall be voided, and the application denied.
Minor Subdivision plat recording:
Sec. 24-3-70: If a final plat has not been recorded within one (1) year of the date of the approval of the minor subdivision final plat
or within a date specified by the Board of County Commissioners, the Board may require the landowner to appear before it and
present evidence substantiating that the minor subdivision final plat has not been abandoned and that the applicant possesses
the willingness and ability to record the final plat. The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for recording the plat.
If the Board determines that conditions supporting the original approval of the final plat cannot be met, the Board may, after a
public hearing, revoke the minor subdivision final plat.
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Selected County Code Requirements, continued
Minor Subdivision construction commencement:
Sec. 24-3-80: If no construction has begun or no use established in the minor subdivision within three (3) years of the date of the
approval of the minor subdivision final plan. the Board of County Commissioners may require the landowner to appear before it
and present evidence substantiating that the final plat has not been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness
and ability to continue the minor subdivision. The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for initiation of the minor
subdivision construction and shall annually require the applicant to demonstrate that the minor subdivision has not been
abandoned. If the Board of County Commissioners determines that conditions supporting the original approval of the minor
subdivision final plat have changed or that the landowner cannot implement the minor subdivision final plat, the Board may, after
a public hearing; revoke the minor subdivision final plat and order the recorded minor subdivision vacated.
Resubdivision plat recording:
Sec. 24-5-40: The resubdivision plat shall be recorded within sixty (60) days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners
resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. If a resubdivision plat has not been recorded within
sixty (60) days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners resolution. or within a date specified by the Board of County
Commissioners, the Board may require the applicant to appear before it and present evidence substantiating that the resubdivision
has not been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the resubdivision plat. The Board
of County Commissioners may extend the date for recording the resubdivision plat. If the Board determines that conditions
supporting the original approval of the resubdivision plat cannot be met, the Board may, after a public hearing, revoke the
resubdivision.
Exemption plat recording:
Sec. 24-8-60: An exemption plat shall be prepared after an application is approved and all conditions of approval have been met.
The applicant shall submit one (1) paper copy and one (1) electronic copy (.pdf) of the plat for preliminary approval to the
Department of Planning Services. Upon approval of the paper copy, the applicant shall submit a Mylar plat along with all other
documentation required as conditions of approval. The Mylar plat shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder
by the Department of Planning Services. The Mylar plat and additional requirements shall be recorded within sixty (60) days from
the date the administrative review was signed. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. If the exemption
plat has not been recorded within sixty (60) days from the date the administrative review was signed, or Board of County
Commissioners resolution, or if an applicant is unwilling or unable to meet any of the conditions within sixty (60) days of approval,
the application will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners with a staff recommendation for denial. The Director of
Planning Services may grant an extension of time, for good cause shown. upon a written request by the applicant. [... ]
PUD final plan submittal:
Sec. 27 8-40: If a PUD final plan application is not submitted within three (3) years of the date of the approval of the PUD Zone
District, the Board of County Commissioners shall require the landowner to appear before it and present evidence substantiating
that the PUD project has not been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to continue with the
submittal of the PUD final plan. The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date for the submittal of the PUD final plan
application and shall annually require the applicant to demonstrate that the PUD has not been abandoned. If the Board of County
Commissioners determines that conditions or statements made supporting the original approval of the PUD Zone District have
changed or that the landowner cannot implement the PUD final plan, the Board may, at a public meeting, revoke the PUD Zone
District and order the recorded PUD Zone District reverted to the original zone district.
PUD final plan recording:
Sec. 27-8-50: The applicant shall submit three (3) paper copies of the plat for preliminary approval to the County Department of
Planning Services Upon approval of the paper copies, the applicant shall submit a Mylar plat, along with all other documentation
required as conditions of approval. The Mylar plat shall be recorded in the office of the County Clerk and Recorder by the
Department of Planning Services. The plat shall be prepared in accordance with the requirements of this Code. The Mylar plat
and additional requirements shall be recorded within three (3) years from the date of the Board of County Commissioners
resolution. The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee. If a plat has not been recorded within three (3) years
of the date of the approval of the Planned Unit Development (PUD) change of zone or final plan. or within a date specified by the
Board of County Commissioners, the Board may require the landowner to appear before it and present evidence substantiating
that the PUD has not been abandoned and that the applicant possesses the willingness and ability to record the plat. The Board
of County Commissioners may extend the date for recording the plat. If the Board determines that conditions supporting the
original approval of the PUD cannot be met, the Board may, after a public hearing, revoke the PUD.
PUD construction commencement:
Sec. 27-8-60: If no construction has begun or no use established in the PUD within three (3) years of the date of the
approval of the PUD final plan, the Board of County Commissioners may require the landowner to appear before it
and present evidence substantiating that the PUD final plan has not been abandoned and that the applicant
possesses the willingness and ability to continue the PUD. The Board of County Commissioners may extend the date
for initiation of the PUD construction and shall annually require the applicant to demonstrate that the PUD has not
been abandoned. If the Board of County Commissioners determines that conditions supporting the original approval
of the PUD final plan have changed or that the landowner cannot implement the PUD final plan, the Board may, after
a public hearing, revoke the PUD final plan and order the recorded PUD plan vacated.
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Extension request form
Final Audit Report
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Created: 2025-07-03
By: Kyle Hockstad (khockstad@pivotenergy.net)
Status: Signed
Transaction ID: CBJCHBCAABAA3vCFI3FY6ri8e9ngr16oHbYIJGf0do74
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RESOLUTION
RE: APPROVE SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW
PERMIT, USR24-0018, FOR A SOLAR ENERGY FACILITY (SEF) OUTSIDE OF
SUBDIVISIONS AND HISTORIC TOWNSITES IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL) ZONE
DISTRICT - CHAD AND CARIE SMITH, CIO PIVOT SOLAR 65, LLC
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Weld County, Colorado, pursuant to
Colorado statute and the Weld County Home Rule Charter, is vested with the authority of
administering the affairs of Weld County, Colorado, and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing on the 20th day of
November, 2024, at the hour of 10:00 am , in the Chambers of the Board, for the purpose of
hearing the application of Chad and Carie Smith, 15864 County Road 94, Pierce, Colorado 80650,
c/o Pivot Solar 65, LLC, 1601 Wewatta Street, Suite #700, Denver, Colorado 80202, for a Site
Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit, USR24-0018, for a Solar Energy
Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone District,
on the following described real estate, being more particularly described as follows:
Part of the NE1/2 /2 of Section 15, Township 8 North,
Range 66 West of the 6th P.M., Weld County,
Colorado
WHEREAS, at said hearing, the applicant was present and represented by Kyle Hockstad
and Kyle Sundman, Pivot Energy, 1601 Wewatta Street, Suite 700, Denver, Colorado 80202, and
WHEREAS, Section 23-2-230 of the Weld County Code provides standards for review of
said Use by Special Review Permit, and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners heard all of the testimony and
statements of those present, studied the request of the applicant and the recommendation 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 23-2-260 of the Weld County Code.
2. The applicant has demonstrated that the request is in conformance with
Section 23-2-230.B of the Weld Courty Code as follows:
A. Section 23-2-230.B.1 — The proposed use is consistent with Chapter 22
[Weld County Comprehensive Plan] and any other applicable Code
provisions or ordinance in effect.
1) Section 22-2-10.C states: "Promoting Economic Growth and
Stability. Land use policies have a significant impact economic
conditions in the County and should be structured to encourage
economic prosperity. To ensure the continued strength of Weld
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(Comprehensive Plan] shall be consistent and promote financially
responsible growth." The Solar Energy Facility (SEF) will initially
provide construction jobs and future energy production to Weld
County, functions which directly support economic prosperity. The
SEF, being a power -generating facility, will add variety, stability,
and redundancy to the existing electrical grid. Traditional energy
resources are tied to commodity markets and can vary in demand
and output. This facility can complement and support the economy
during times of fluctuating oil and gas activity.
2) Section 22-2-30.C states: "Harmonize development with
surrounding land uses." The adjacent land will experience minimal
nuisance from the SEF, which is an unmanned energy development
facility. Once operational, the SEF creates minimum noise, no odor,
light or flickering, vibration, vermin, dust, or other nuisances. The
operation of the SEF will not impact surrounding property owners'
right to quiet enjoyment.
B. Section 23-2-230.6.2 — The proposed use is consistent with the intent of
the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
1) Section 23-3-10 — Intent, states: "Agriculture in the County is
considered a valuable resource, which must be protected from
adverse impacts resulting from uncontrolled and undirected
business, industrial and residential land uses. The A (Agricultural)
Zone District is established to maintain and promote agriculture as
an essential feature of the County. The A (Agricultural) Zone District
is intended to provide areas for the conduct of agricultural activities
and activities related to agriculture and agricultural production, and
for areas for natural resource extraction and energy development,
without the interference of other, incompatible land uses."
2) Section 23-3-40.FF — Uses by Special Review, include, "Solar
Energy Facilities (SEFs), being more than five (5) acres in size, but
less than 160 acres, in the Near/Urban Area, as shown on Appendix
21-B, or being more than five (5) acres, but less than 320 acres, in
the Ag/Rural Area, as shown on Appendix 21-B." This Code section
allows the applicant to apply for the subject SEF, being located in
the Near/Urban Area, as shown by map in Appendix 21-B. Per
Section 23-1-90 of the Weld County Code, the SEF will encumber
approximately 54 acres and qualifies as a SEF USR. The SEF may
also include two (2) 40 -foot conex (cargo) containers, per parcel,
during construction. Cargo containers are allowed as an Accessory
Use, per Section 23-3-30.B of the Weld County Code.
C. Section 23-2-230.B.3 — The uses which will be permitted will be compatible
with the existing surrounding land uses. The surrounding properties are
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zoned A (Agricultural). The land uses include residences, agricultural uses,
and vacant land. The applicant will submit either a Screening Plan, or
signed waivers from the two (2) property owners who reside in the
residences within 500 feet of the project. There is one (1) USR within one
(1) north mile of the site, for a shooting range and gun club, permitted under
AMUSR-1105. Weld County Department of Planning Services staff sent
notice to seven (7) surrounding property owners (SPOs) within 500 feet of
the proposed USR boundary. Three (3) letters of opposition were received
with concerns regarding health impacts, property values, prairie dog
mitigation, effects of groundwater, effects of a hailstorm on the solar
panels, effects of natural rainfall, the increase in temperature to
surrounding properties, and the increase of traffic on the county roads in
the area. No additional written correspondence or telephone calls were
received. The proposed use is in an area that can support this development
and the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards will assist in
mitigating the impacts of the facility on the adjacent properties and ensure
compatibility with surrounding land uses and the region.
D. Section 23-2-230.B.4 — The uses which will be permitted will be compatible
with future development of the surrounding area, as permitted by the
existing zoning, and with the future development, as projected by
Chapter 22 of this Code or master plans of affected municipalities. The site
is located within a three (3) mile referral area of the Town of Pierce. The
Town of Pierce responded to the referral with no concems. This site is not
located within an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) or Coordinated
Planning Agreement (CPA) area of any municipality.
E. Section 23-2-230.B.5 — The application complies with Articles V and XI of
Chapter 23 if the proposal is located within an overlay zoning district or a
special flood hazard area identified by maps officially adopted by the
county. The property is not located within any overlay district officially
adopted by the County, including the A -P (Airport) Overlay District, 1-25
Overlay District, Geologic Hazard Overlay District, MS4 - Municipal
Separate Storm Sewer System area, or Special Flood Hazard Area.
Building Permits issued on the lot will be required to adhere to the fee
structure of the County -Wide Road Impact Fee, County Facility Fee, and
Drainage Impact Fee Programs.
F. Section 23-2-230.B.6 — The applicant has demonstrated a diligent effort to
conserve prime agricultural land in the locational decision for the proposed
use. The proposed facility is located on approximately 59.6 acres of soils
designated as "Farmland of statewide importance" Ascalon fine sandy loam
(1-6%) slopes, and approximately 30.7 acres designated as "Not prime
farmland" Otero sandy loam (0-3%) slopes, per the USDA Natural
Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Custom Soil Report. The
proposed use is temporary, and soils will not be unduly removed from the
property. After the lease period, the land can be returned to historic uses.
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G. Section 23-2-230.B.7 — The Design Standards (Section 23-2-240, Weld
County Code), Operation Standards (Section 23-2-250, Weld County
Code), Conditions of Approval and Development Standards can ensure
there are adequate provisions for the protection of health, safety, and
welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and County. This proposal
has been reviewed by the appropriate referral agencies and it has been
determined that the attached Conditions of Approval and Development
Standards ensure that there are adequate provisions for the protection of
the health, safety, and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and
county and will address and mitigate impacts on the surrounding area with
the operation of this facility.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Weld
County, Colorado, that the application of Chad and Carie Smith, do Pivot Solar 65, LLC, for a
Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit, USR24-0018, for a Solar
Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone
District, on the parcel of land described above, be, and hereby is, granted subject to the following
conditions:
1. Prior to recording the map:
A. The applicant shall submit a Screening Plan, or signed waivers for the
residences within 500 feet of the disturbed solar panel location.
B. A Road Maintenance Agreement (for Construction) is required at this
location. Road maintenance includes, but is not limited to, dust control and
damage repair to specified haul routes during construction.
C. The applicant shall submit a Drainage Narrative, as defined in
Section 8-11-45.A of the Weld County Code (citing Section 23-4-1030.B.,
for Item #1).
D. The applicant shall submit a Traffic Narrative, as defined in
Section 24-3-220.8 of the Weld County Code.
E. The applicant shall acknowledge the advisory comments of the Weld
County Oil and Gas Energy Department, as stated in their referral response
dated August 27, 2024. Evidence of such shall be submitted, in writing, to
the Weld County Department of Planning Services.
F. The map shall be amended to delineate the following:
1) All sheets of the map shall be labeled USR24-0018.
2) The attached Development Standards.
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3) The map shall be prepared, per Section 23-2-260.D and
Section 23-4-1030 of the Weld County Code.
4) The applicant shall show and label the required setbacks, in
accordance with Section 23-4-1030.C.3 of the Weld County Code.
5) The applicant shall show and label any existing and proposed solar
facility installations and electrical equipment, power lines,
structures, temporary work trailers, storage containers (limited to
two [2], per Section 23-3-30.B of the Weld County Code), storage
areas and miscellaneous improvements, as applicable. Clearly
indicate which equipment and structures are temporary for use
during construction and which items are permanent.
6) The applicant shall show and label the required fencing, gates and
any emergency and site identification signage, in accordance with
Section 23-2-240.A.12 and Section 23-4-1030.C.6 of the Weld
County Code. Include fence and sign specification details on the
map. Refer to the Weld County Sign Code, as amended.
7) The applicant shall show and label the location of the temporary
trash collection areas, if applicable. Include specification details on
the USR map. Refer to Section 23-2-240.A.13 of the Weld County
Code for design criteria.
8) The applicant shall show and label any on -site lighting, if applicable.
All lighting shall be downcast and shielded so that light rays will not
shine directly onto adjacent properties. Include lighting specification
details on the USR map. Refer to Section 23-2-250.D of the Weld
County Code for design criteria.
9) The applicant shall show and label any planned oil and gas surface
development areas, corridors, or access roadways, for example,
part of any executed Surface Use Agreement.
10) The applicant shall show and label all recorded easements and
rights -of -way on the map by book and page number or Reception
number and recording date.
11) County Road 94 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld
County Functional Classification Map as a local road, which
requires 60 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. The applicant shall
delineate and label the existing right-of-way (along with its creating
documents) and the physical location of the road on the USR map.
All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of the right-of-way.
This road is maintained by Weld County.
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12) The applicant shall show and label the proposed access point on
County Road 94, the usage types that apply (Residential,
Agricultural, Commercial and/or Oil and Gas), and the appropriate
access width and turning radii (65 -foot minimum). Development
Review will review the access location as a part of the USR map
submittal.
13) The applicant shall show and label the approved tracking control.
14) The applicant shall show and label the entrance gate. The gate shall
be designed so that the longest vehicle (including trailers) using the
access can completely clear the traveled way when the gate is
closed. The minimum distance between the gate and traveled way
is 35 feet.
15) The applicant shall show and label drainage flow arrows.
16) The applicant shall show and label the parking and traffic circulation
flow arrows showing how the traffic moves around the property.
2. Upon completion of Condition of Approval #1 above, the applicant shall submit
one (1) electronic copy (.pdf) of the map for preliminary approval to the Weld
County Department of Planning Services. Upon approval of the map the applicant
shall submit a Mylar map along with all other documentation required as Conditions
of Approval. The Mylar map shall be recorded in the office of the Weld County
Clerk and Recorder by the Department of Planning Services. The map shall be
prepared in accordance with the requirements of Section 23-2-260.D of the Weld
County Code. The Mylar map and additional requirements shall be submitted
within 120 days from the date of the Board of County Commissioners Resolution.
The applicant shall be responsible for paying the recording fee.
3. In accordance with Appendix 5-J of the Weld County Code, should the map not be
recorded within the required 120 days from the date of the Board of County
Commissioners Resolution, a $50.00 recording continuance charge shall be added
for each additional three (3) month period.
4. The Use by Special Review is not perfected until the Conditions of Approval are
completed and the map is recorded. Activity shall not occur, nor shall any Building
or Electrical Permits be issued on the property, until the Use by Special Review
map is ready to be recorded in the office of the Weld County Clerk and Recorder
or the applicant has been approved for an early release agreement.
5. Prior to Construction:
A. The applicant shall submit an irrevocable standby letter of credit, bond, or
alternate form of security in an amount sufficient to fund the estimated
decommissioning/reclamation costs, required by Section 23-4-1030.8.4 of
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the Weld County Code, for acceptance and approval by the Weld County
Board of County Commissioners. Once approved, the Decommissioning
and Reclamation Plan shall be updated to include the approved security
information.
B. The applicant shall submit an ALTA survey that identifies all subsurface
utilities.
C. The approved access and tracking control shall be constructed.
D. A Weld County Grading Permit shall be required if disturbing more than
one (1) acre of land.
E. Overweight and/or Oversized Special Transport Permits from the
Department of Public Works shall be required for all applicable trucks.
F. A Right -of -Way Use Permit shall be required from the Department of Public
Works before installation and/or construction of any aboveground or buried
features in, or crossing, Weld County rights -of -way.
The above and foregoing Resolution was, on motion duly made and seconded, adopted
by the following vote on the 20th day of November, A.D., 2024.
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USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
CHAD AND CARIE SMITH,
CIO PIVOT SOLAR 65, LLC
USR24-0018
1. Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit, USR24-0018, is for a
Solar Energy Facility (SEF) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the
A (Agricultural) Zone District, subject to the Development Standards stated hereon.
2. Approval of this plan may create a vested property right, pursuant to Section 23-8-10 of
the Weld County Code.
3. The Use by Special Review Permit shall be valid for three (3) years from the date of
approval. If the site is not selected for being a participant in any community solar program
the permit shall expire on the anniversary date of Board of County Commissioners
approval.
4. Any future structures or uses onsite must obtain the appropriate Zoning and Building
Permits.
5. The facility is unmanned and will operate year-round, according to the application
materials. Limited maintenance personnel may visit the site, once operational.
6. Height limitation. Ground -mounted solar collectors shall not exceed 25 feet in height,
measured from the highest grade below each solar panel to the highest extent of the solar
panel rotation, per Section 23-4-1030.C.1 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
7 Glare. A SEF shall be designed, located, or placed so that concentrated solar glare from
its solar collectors will not be directed toward, or onto, nearby properties or roadways, at
any time of the day, per Section 23-4-1030.C.2 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
8. Setbacks. The Improved Area of the SEF shall conform to the setback requirements of the
underlying zone. Additionally, the improved area must be at least 500 feet from existing
residential buildings and residential lots of a platted subdivision or planned unit
development. The residential setback requirement may be reduced if appropriate
screening, through landscape or an opaque fence, is installed, or upon submittal to Weld
County of a waiver or informed consent, signed by the residence owner, agreeing to the
lesser setback. If landscaping or opaque fencing is substituted for setback, a Landscaping
Plan or Fencing Plan shall first be submitted to, and approved by, the Department of
Planning Services, per Section 23-4-1030.C.3 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
9. The existing and proposed landscaping and screening on the site shall be maintained in
accordance with the approved Landscape and Screening Plan. Required landscaping and
screening shall be installed within one (1) calendar year of issuance of a Building Permit
or commencement of use, whichever occurs sooner. Dead or diseased plant materials
shall be replaced with materials of similar quantity and quality at the earliest possible time.
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10. Dust mitigation. The operators of the SEF shall continuously employ the practices for the
control of fugitive dust, detailed in the accepted Dust Mitigation Plan, per
Section 23-4-1030.C.4 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
11. Underground cables. All electrical cables on the improved area shall be buried, except for
direct current string wires that connect between solar collectors, direct current collection
circuits between rows of solar arrays that are no more than four (4) feet above grade
crossings, substations, switchyards, and circuit voltages greater than 34.5 kilovolts, where
necessary, per Section 23-4-1030.C.5 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
12. Fencing. The SEF shall be enclosed with a security fence, as approved, pursuant to the
Fencing Plan shown heron. Appropriate signage shall be placed upon such fencing that
warns the public of the high voltage therein, per Section 23-4-1030.C.6 of the Weld County
Code. All signs shall adhere to the adopted Weld County Sign Code, as amended.
13. Stormwater management. The Operator of the SEF shall comply with the approved Final
Drainage Report and the required Storm Drainage Criteria, pursuant to Chapter 8,
Article XI of the Weld County Code. Ground -mounted solar collector systems shall be
exempt from impervious surface calculations if the soil under the collectors is designated
hydrologic A or B soil groups by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), per
Section 23-4-1030.C.7 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
14. Access Permit. Prior to construction of the SEF, the applicant shall apply for, and obtain,
an approved Access Permit from the Weld County Department of Planning Services,
pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 8, Article XIV of the Weld County Code, per
Section 23-4-1030.C.8 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
15. Existing irrigation systems. The nature and location or expansion of the SEF must not
unreasonably interfere with any irrigation systems on, or adjacent to, the solar facility, per
Section 23-4-1030.C.9 of the Weld County Code, as amended.
16. The site shall adhere to the accepted Decommissioning and Reclamation Plan, per
Section 23-4-1030.B.4.h of the Weld County Code, as amended. Weld County shall have
the right to draw upon the irrevocable standby letter of credit, or other form of financial
security, to pay for decommissioning in the event that the holder has not commenced
decommissioning/reclamation activities within 90 days of the Board of County
Commissioners' order or Resolution directing decommissioning/reclamation.
17. The site shall be maintained in accordance with the accepted Property Maintenance Plan.
18. All signs shall adhere to Chapter 23, Article IV, Division 2 of the Weld County Code.
19. Sources of light shall be shielded so that light rays will not shine directly onto adjacent
properties where such would cause a nuisance or interfere with the use on the adjacent
properties, in accordance with the plan. Neither the direct, nor reflected, light from any
light source may create a traffic hazard to operators of motor vehicles on public or private
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streets. No colored lights may be used, which may be confused with, or construed as,
traffic control devices.
20. The property owner shall maintain compliance with the Decommissioning Plan.
21. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for controlling noxious weeds on the
site, pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II, of the Weld County Code.
22. The access to the site shall be maintained to mitigate any impacts to the public road,
including damages and/or off -site tracking.
23. There shall be no parking or staging of vehicles on public roads. On -site parking shall be
utilized.
24. Any work that may occupy and/or encroach upon any County rights -of -way or easement
shall require an approved Right -of -Way Use Permit prior to commencement.
25. The property owner shall comply with all requirements provided in the executed Road
Maintenance Agreement.
26. The historical flow pattems and runoff amounts on the site will be maintained.
27. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of on -site drainage related features.
28. During construction, all liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal
Sites and Facilities Act, C.R.S. §30-20-100.5) shall be stored and removed for final
disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination.
29. During construction, no permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This
is not meant to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid
waste in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, C.R.S. §30-20-100.5.
30. During construction, waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed of in a
manner that controls fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other
potential nuisance conditions. The facility shall operate in accordance with Chapter 14,
Article I of the Weld County Code.
31. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled throughout the duration
of construction of the facility.
32. During construction, adequate toilet facilities and handwashing units shall be provided.
Portable toilets shall be serviced by a cleaner licensed in Weld County, contain hand
sanitizers, be screened from public view, and removed when construction is completed.
33. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of state and federal
agencies and the Weld County Code.
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34. Building Permits may be required for any new construction, set up of manufactured
structures, or change of use of existing buildings, per Section 29-3-10 of the Weld County
Code. Buildings and structures shall conform to the requirements of the various codes
adopted at the time of permit application. Currently, the following have been adopted by
Weld County: 2018 International Codes, 2018 International Energy Conservation Code,
2020 National Electrical Code, and Chapter 29 of the Weld County Code. A Building
Permit application must be completed and two (2) complete sets of engineered plans,
bearing the wet stamp of a Colorado registered architect or engineer, must be submitted
for review. A Geotechnical Engineering Report, performed by a Colorado registered
engineer, or an Open Hole Inspection shall be required. A Building Permit must be issued
prior to the start of construction.
35. Building Permits issued on the proposed lots will be required to adhere to the fee structure
of the County -Wide Road Impact Fee, County Facility Fee, and Drainage Impact Fee
Programs.
36. All buildings shall comply with the setback from oil and gas wells, per Section 23-4-700,
as amended.
37. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for complying with the Design and
Operation Standards of Chapter 23 of the Weld County Code.
38. Necessary personnel from the Weld County Departments of Planning Services, Public
Works, and Public Health and Environment shall be granted access onto the property at
any reasonable time in order to ensure the activities carried out on the property comply
with the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards stated herein and all
applicable Weld County regulations.
39. The Use by Special Review area shall be limited to the plans shown hereon and governed
by the foregoing standards and all applicable Weld County regulations. Substantial
changes from the plans or Development Standards, as shown or stated, shall require the
approval of an amendment of the Permit by the Weld County Board of County
Commissioners before such changes from the plans or Development Standards are
permitted. Any other changes shall be filed in the office of the Department of Planning
Services.
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. Construction or use pursuant to approval of a Use by Special Review Permit shall be
commenced within three (3) years from the date of approval, unless otherwise specified
by the Board of County Commissioners when issuing the original Permit, or the Permit
shall be vacated. The Director of the Department of Planning Services may grant an
extension of time, for good cause shown, upon a written request by the landowner.
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42. A Use by Special Review shall terminate when the use is discontinued for a period of
three (3) consecutive years, the use of the land changes or the time period established by
the Board of County Commissioners through the approval process expires. The landowner
may notify the Department of Planning Services of a termination of the use, or Planning
Services staff may observe that the use hap been terminated. When either the Department
of Planning Services is notified by the landowner, or when the Department of Planning
Services observes that the use may have been terminated, the Planner shall send certified
written notice to the landowner asking that the landowner request to vacate the Use by
Special Review Permit.
43. In such cases where the Use by Special Review has terminated but the landowner does
not agree to request to vacate the Use by Special Review Permit, a hearing shall be
scheduled with the Board of County Commissioners to provide the landowner an
opportunity to request that the Use by Special Review Permit not be vacated, for good
cause shown. The landowner shall be notified at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing.
If the Board of County Commissioners determines that the Use by Special Review has
terminated and no good cause has been shown for continuing the permit, then the
termination becomes final, and the Use by Special Review Permit is vacated.
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