HomeMy WebLinkAbout20251267.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Diana Aungst, Planning Services
FROM: Mike McRoberts, P.E., Development Review
DATE: February 19, 2025
SUBJECT: USR24-0029 Iron Mountain Substation
The proposal has been reviewed by Development Review on behalf of the Weld County Department of
Public Works and the Department of Planning and Zoning. Staff comments made during this phase of the
application process may not be all-inclusive, as other issues may arise during the remaining application
process.
COMMENTS
GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION/LOCATION
Project description: A Use by Special Review Permit for a 1041 Major Facility of a Public Utility (115/12.47 -
kV Substation) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District — Iron Mountain Substation
This project is south of and adjacent to County Road 60 and is west of and adjacent to County Road 15.
Parcel number 095707100001.
ACCESS
Development Review has reviewed the application materials related to access and determined the applicant
is proposing to access onto County Road 15.
Per Section 8-14-30, an Access Permit is required for access to Weld County maintained roadways. We
strongly encourage you to discuss your access with Development Review prior to laying out your site plan
to ensure the approved accesses are compatible with your layout. Minimum access and intersection
spacing requirements are shown in Weld County Code, Section 8-14-30, Table 1. Please refer to Chapter
8 of the Weld County Code for more information regarding access.
ROADS AND RIGHTS -OF -WAY
County Road 15 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map (Code
Ordinance 2017-01) as a local road, which requires 60 feet of right-of-way. The applicant shall delineate
and label on the USR map the existing right-of-way (along with its creating documents) and the physical
location of the road. If the right-of-way cannot be verified it shall be dedicated. Pursuant to the definition of
setback in the Weld County Code, Section 23-1- 90, the required setback is measured from the future right-
of-way line. Be aware that physical roadways may not be centered in the right-of-way. This road is
maintained by Weld County.
County Road 60 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map (Code
Ordinance 2017-01) as a local road, which requires 60 feet of right-of-way. The applicant shall delineate
and label on the USR map the existing right-of-way (along with its creating documents) and the physical
location of the road. If the right-of-way cannot be verified it shall be dedicated. Pursuant to the definition of
setback in the Weld County Code, Section 23-1- 90, the required setback is measured from the future right-
of-way line. Be aware that physical roadways may not be centered in the right-of-way. This road is
maintained by Weld County.
Per Chapter 8, Article 13, Section 8-13-30.B, a Weld County Right -of -Way Use Permit is required for any
project that will be occupying, constructing, or excavating facilities within, and or encroaching upon, any
County rights -of -way or easement. Right -of -Way Use Permit instructions and application can be found at:
https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Permits/Right-of-Way-Permits.
Weld County will not replace overlapping easements located within existing right-of-way or pay to relocate
existing utilities within the County right-of-way.
TRAFFIC
Latest ADT on County Road 15 counted 146 vpd with 35% trucks. The 85th percentile speed is 49 mph.
Projected Vehicle Trips
The projected number of vehicle trips will vary by construction phase. All trips are expected to occur
between 7 AM to 7 PM. The following are estimated vehicle trips by vehicle type made during construction:
• Daily construction traffic — 6 to 12 work trucks and/or personal vehicles per day for about 16-20
weeks.
• Owner furnished material — 8-10 semi tractors with flatbed or lowboy trailers will ship large
equipment and steel from Tri-State's Sidney Warehouse to the site.
• Transformer installation — typically shipped to site by the manufacturer.
O 2-4 semi tractor trucks with flatbed trailers with accessories
O 1 heavy haul oversized load
O 2-3 flatbed trucks
O 1-2 tanker trucks
O 1 semi tractor truck with enclosed trailer/processing van
• Control house materials and construction — 1 heavy haul oversized load accompanied by a large crane. The
crane will likely have a truckload or two of counterweights delivered by semi tractors with flatbed trailers.
• Civil haul trucks (number varies depending on job progress) — 2 to 4 roundtrips per day for about a month in
the 2nd quarter of construction.
Expected Haul Routes
During construction most materials will be received at Tri-State's facility in Sidney, Nebraska or be delivered
by Tri-State's selected contractors. Equipment deliveries are expected to come through eastern Colorado
(1-76) or through Cheyenne, Wyoming (1-25 North). The transformer and control building materials are
typically shipped to the site by the manufacturer, so the exact route is difficult to predict. It is expected that
contracted personnel will be traveling from areas relatively local to the site.
Travel Distribution
It is expected that construction personnel will be coming from all areas of the Front Range. The transformer
and control building materials are typically shipped to the site by the manufacturer, so the exact route is
unknown. An estimated 50% of construction traffic could come from Cheyenne, Wyoming along 1-25 or
Sidney, Nebraska along 1-80 and 1-25. Approximately 30% of construction traffic could come from the
Denver Metro Area along 1-25 and Highway 34, and the remainder could come from miscellaneous routes.
Highest Traffic Volumes
One 10 -hour shift per day will be worked during construction; the site will be monitored remotely during
operation. The highest traffic volumes will be expected when construction personnel are entering the site
in the morning and exiting the site in the evenings.
TRACKING CONTROL
Tracking control is required to prevent tracking from the site onto public roadways. For access to gravel
roads, tracking control devices must be either double cattle guards with 100 feet of road base, or road base
on all driving surfaces. Temporary tracking control shall be used during construction unless permanent
tracking control is installed ahead of construction activities. Recycled concrete is not allowed in County
right-of-way.
ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR CONSTRUCTION
Development Review is requesting a Road Maintenance Agreement for Construction. It shall include, but
not be limited to, dust control and damage repair to specified haul routes.
Improvements/Road Maintenance Agreement: An example agreement is available at:
https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Planning-and-Zoning/I mprovements-Agreements
DRAINAGE REQUIREMENTS
This area is within an Urbanizing Drainage Area. Urbanizing Drainage Areas typically require detention of
stormwater runoff from the 1 -hour, 100 -year storm event falling on the developed site and release of the
detained water at the historic runoff rate of the 1 -hour, 5 -year storm event falling on the undeveloped site
having a 2% impervious value.
The applicant has submitted a preliminary drainage report. A final drainage report and detention pond
design completed by a Colorado Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) is required prior to recording the
USR map. The drainage report must include a Certificate of Compliance stamped and signed by the P.E.
A Certificate of Compliance form and Drainage Review Checklist form can be found at:
https://www.weld.gov/Government/Departments/Planning-and-Zoning/Development-Review/Drainage-
Review
Historic Flows:
The applicants will be required to maintain the historic drainage flows and run-off amounts that exist on the
property.
GRADING PERMIT
A Weld County Grading Permit will be required if disturbing more than one (1) acre of land. Grading Permit
applications are accepted after the planning process is complete (map recorded). An Early Release
Request Form may be entertained only after the applicant, Public Works and Planning Department have
reviewed the referral and surrounding property owner comments. The Early Release Request may or may
not be granted depending on referral comments and surrounding property owner concerns. Contact
Development Review for more information.
COLORADO CONSTRUCTION STORMWATER DISCHARGE PERMIT
A Colorado Stormwater Discharge Permit is required when disturbing more than one (1) acre of land.
Contact: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Water Quality Control Division, 303-692-
3575.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A. 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. (Development
Review)
B. A Final Drainage Report and Certification of Compliance stamped and signed by a Professional
Engineer registered in the State of Colorado is required. (Development Review)
C. The USR map shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. County Road 15 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 on the USR map the existing right-of-way (along with its creating documents)
and the physical location of the road. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of right-of-
way. This road is maintained by Weld County. (Development Review)
2. County Road 60 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 on the USR map the existing right-of-way (along with its creating documents)
and the physical location of the road. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of right-of-
way. This road is maintained by Weld County. (Development Review)
3. Show, label, and dimension the approved access, approved access width, and the appropriate
turning radii (65'). The applicant must obtain an access permit in the approved location prior to
construction. (Development Review)
4. Show and label the approved tracking control. (Development Review)
5. Show and label the entrance gate if applicable. An access approach that is gated shall be designed
so that the longest vehicle (including trailers) using the access can completely clear the traveled
way when the gate is closed. In no event, shall the distance from the gate to the edge of the traveled
surface be less than 35 feet. (Development Review)
6. Show and label the accepted drainage features. Stormwater ponds should be labeled as
"Stormwater Detention, No -Build or Storage Area" and shall include the calculated water quality
and detention volumes. (Development Review)
7. Show and label the drainage flow arrows. (Development Review)
8. Show and label the parking and traffic circulation flow arrows showing how the traffic moves around
the property. (Development Review)
Prior to Construction:
A. The approved access and tracking control shall be constructed prior to on -site construction.
(Development Review)
B. Overweight and/or oversized special transport permits from the Department of Public Works shall be
acquired for all applicable trucks. (Development Review)
C. If more than one (1) acre is to be disturbed, a Weld County Grading Permit is required. (Development
Review)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (NOTES ON THE USR MAP)
1. The property owner or operator shall be responsible for controlling noxious weeds on the site, pursuant
to Chapter 15, Article I and II, of the Weld County Code. (Development Review)
2. The access to the site shall be maintained to mitigate any impacts to the public road, including damages
and/or off -site tracking. (Development Review)
3. There shall be no parking or staging of vehicles on public roads. On -site parking shall be utilized.
(Development Review)
4. Any work that may occupy and or encroach upon any County rights -of -way or easement shall acquire
an approved Right -of -Way Use Permit prior to commencement. (Development Review)
5. The Property Owner shall comply with all requirements provided in the executed Road Maintenance
Agreement for Construction Only. (Development Review)
6. The Road Maintenance Agreement for Construction Only for this site may be reviewed on an annual
basis, including a site visit and possible updates. (Development Review)
7. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts will be maintained on the site in such a manner that it
will reasonably preserve the natural character of the area and prevent property damage of the type
generally attributed to runoff rate and velocity increases, diversions, concentration and/or unplanned
ponding of stormwater runoff. (Development Review)
8. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of onsite drainage related features. (Development
Review)
WELD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
1555 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 www.weldhealth.org
Memorandum
To: Diana Aungst, Planning Services
From: Lauren Light, Environmental Health Services
Date: February 13, 2025
Re: USR24-0029 Applicant: VIMA Partners, LLC c/o Tri-State
Generation & Transmission, Inc
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for a 1041 Major Facilities of a
Public Utility (115/12.47 -kV Substation) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
There will be no permanent employees on the site. Portable toilets are acceptable
during construction and can be utilized during operation in accordance with EH policy.
A water truck will be used for dust control. Waste will be contained in a dumpster and
emptied on an as -needed basis. An air emissions permit from the CDPHE may also be
required.
A noise analysis conducted by Ulteig Operations LLC was submitted. Noise levels for
the substation and Tri-State tie lines were modeled and concluded that, at 25 feet from
the property boundary, noise levels will be less than the 50 dB(A) allowed in Residential
areas under all operating conditions. No mitigation is proposed.
Environmental Health recommends that the following requirements be incorporated into
the permit as development standards:
1. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and
Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S.) shall be stored and removed for final disposal
in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination.
2. 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.
3. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls
fugitive dust, blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. The facility
Health Administration
Vital Records
Tele: 970-304-6410
Fax: 970-304-6412
Public Health &
Clinical Services
Tele:970-304-6420
Fax: 970-304-6416
Environmental Health
Services
Tele:970-304-6415
Fax: 970-304-6411
Communication,
Education & Planning
Tele:970-304-6470
Fax: 970-304-6452
Emergency Preparedness
& Response
Tele:970-304-6470
Fax: 970-304-6452
Public Health
shall operate in accordance with Chapter 14, Article 1 of the Weld County Code.
4. Fugitive dust should attempt to be confined on the property. Uses on the
property should comply with the Colorado Air Quality Commission's air quality
regulations.
5. The applicant shall submit an Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.) and
Emissions Permit Application and obtain a permit from the Air Pollution Control
Division, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, as applicable.
6. Adequate drinking, handwashing and toilet facilities shall be provided for
employees and contractors of the facility, as applicable. During construction,
portable toilets and bottled water are acceptable. Records of maintenance and
proper disposal for portable toilets shall be retained on a quarterly basis and
available for review by the Weld County Department of Public Health and
Environment. Portable toilets shall be serviced by a cleaner licensed in Weld
County, contain hand sanitizers and be screened from existing adjacent
residential properties and public rights -of -way.
7. All chemicals must be handled in a safe manner in accordance with product
labeling. All chemicals must be stored secure, on an impervious surface, and in
accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
8. The facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the
Residential Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S.
9. The applicant shall obtain a Colorado Discharge Permit System or CDPS permit
from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE),
Water Quality Control Division, if applicable.
10. Environmental Protection Measures for Construction Projects, as included in the
application, shall be adhered to at all times.
11. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
Diana Aungst
From: Valdes - CDOT, Rose <rose.valdes@state.co.us>
Sent: Monday, February 3, 2025 12:34 PM
To: Diana Aungst
Cc: timothy.bilobran@state.co.us
Subject: Re: Referral Agency Email
Attachments: cdot0137.pdf
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RE: Case # USR24-0029
• Iron Mountain Delivery Project, new 115/12.47 kv substation
• Highway: 034A, EX Category, milepost 99.80 (Weld County Road 15)
• If this project's construction/installation will not exceed one year (365 days).
no auxiliary lane assessment will be required.
• A CDOT Access Permit is required for US -34 Access. Please find a permit application attached to
this email. This permit will encompass both:
o short -term construction/installation traffic
o long-term (lesser) maintenance access
Due to the seemingly short-term nature of the traffic impact to US -34, and with the information already
provided within the Weld County Application, CDOT only additionally requires the below additional
details.
• The approximate start and end -date for construction through installation; the bulk of the traffic.
• AM & PM Peak -hour traffic volumes for short-term traffic. Peak Hour must be the very highest
traffic peak hour.
o Site generated traffic must include PCE conversion based upon State Highway Access
Code (SHAC) requirements.
• Trucks 20 -feet or greater x2.
• Trucks 40 -feet or greater;: 3
If this project will extend beyond 365 -days, CDOT reserves the right to require additional traffic details.
Kindest Regards,
Rose Valdes
Assistant Access Manager
1
Asp,
COLORADO
Department of Transportation
10601 West 10th Street, Greeley, CO 80634
Rose.Valdes@state.co.us I http://codot.gov/ I www.cotrip.or
Office Phone (970) 939-2440
On Thu, Jan 23, 2025 at 2:05 PM noreply@weld.gov<noreply@weld.gov>wrote:
The Weld County Planning Department has received a Planning Use By Special Review application, case
# USR24-0029, in which your agency may have an interest. Planning staff requests you review the
application materials, and return the Referral Form to Diana Aungst by the date specified on the Referral
Form attached in the online permitting center. To view application materials, visit https://aca-
prod.accela.com/WELD/Default.aspx or navigate to weldgov.com > departments > planning and zoning
> online e -permitting. Then,
*Click on "Planning" tab on the menu bar
* Under General Search, type case# USR24-0029, into the Record Number box and search
*Click on the "Record Info" arrow drop -down menu
*Click on "Attachments" to review the application materials
If you have any questions, please contact your assigned planner: Diana Aungst at 970-400-6100
Thank you,
Diana Aungst
1402 North 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
970-400-6100
daungst@weld.gov
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COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
STATE HIGHWAY ACCESS PERMIT APPLICATION
Issuing authority application
acceptance date:
Instructions: - Contact the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT)
Please print - Contact the issuing authority to determine what plans and
or type - Complete this form (some questions may not apply to you)
- Submit an application for each access affected.
'Indicates - If you have any questions, contact the issuing authority.
required field - For additional information, see CDOT's Access Management
or your local government to determine your issuing authority.
other documents are required to be submitted with your application.
and attach all necessary documents and Submit it to the issuing authority.
website at http://www.codot.gov/business/permits/accesspermits.
1) Property Owner (Permittee)'
2) Applicant or Agent for Permittee (if different from property owner)
Street Address'
Mailing Address
City, State & Zip*
Phone #
City, State & Zip
Phone #
E-mail Address'
E-mail Address (if available)
3) Address of property to be served by permit'
4) Legal description of property: (If within jurisdictional limits of Municipality, City and/or County, which one?
county subdivision block lot section township
range
5) What State Highway are you requesting access from?'
6) What side of the highway?'
❑N ❑S ❑E ❑W
7) How many feet is the proposed access from the nearest milepost (or cross street if mile post unknown)?'
feet ( ❑ N ❑ S ❑ E ❑ W) from:
8) What is the approximate date you intend to begin construction?
9) Check here if you are requesting a:*
❑ New Access ❑ Temporary Access (duration anticipated: ) ❑ Improvement to Existing Access
❑ Change in Access Use ❑ Removal of Access ❑ Relocation of an Existing Access (provide detail)
10) Provide existing property use
11) Do you have knowledge of any State Highway access permits serving this property, or adjacent properties in which you have a property interest?'
❑ No ❑ Yes, if yes — what are the permit number(s) and provide copies: and/or, permit date:
12) Does the property owner own or have any interests in any adjacent property?'
❑ No ❑ Yes, if yes — please describe:
13) Are there other existing or dedicated public streets, roads, highways or access easements bordering or within the property?'
❑ No ❑ Yes, if yes — list them on your plans and indicate the proposed and existing access points.
14) If you are requesting agriculture field access — how many acres will the access serve?
15) If you are requesting commercial or industrial access, please indicate the types and number of businesses and provide the floor area square footage of each.
Business/Land Use Square Footage Business/Land Use Square Footage
16) If you are requesting residential development access, what is the type (single family, apartment, townhouse) and number of units?
Type Number of Units Type Number of Units
17) Provide the following vehicle count estimates for vehicles that will use the access. Leaving the property then returning is two counts.'
Indicate if your counts are
❑ peak hour volumes or ❑ average daily volumes.
# of passenger cars and light trucks at peak hour volumes
# of multi -unit trucks at peak hour volumes
# of single unit vehicles in excess of 30 ft.
# of farm vehicles (field equipment)
Total count of all vehicles
0
Previous editions are obsolete and may not be used
Page 1 of 2 CDOT Form #137 04/24
18) Check with the issuing authority to determine which of the following documents are required to complete the review of your application.
a) Property map indicating other access, bordering roads and streets. e) Subdivision, zoning, or development plan.
b) Highway and driveway plan profile. f) Proposed access design.
c) Drainage plan showing impact to the highway right-of-way. g) Parcel and ownership maps including easements.
d) Map and letters detailing utility locations before and after h) Traffic studies.
development in and along the right-of-way. i) Proof of ownership.
1- It is the applicant's responsibility to contact appropriate agencies and obtain all environmental clearances that apply to their
activities. Such clearances may include Corps of Engineers 404 Permits or Colorado Discharge Permit System permits, or
ecological, archeological, historical or cultural resource clearances. The COOT Environmental Clearances Information Summary
presents contact information for agencies administering certain clearances, information about prohibited discharges, and may be
obtained from Regional COOT Utility/Special Use Permit offices or accessed via the COOT Planning/Construction-Environmental-
Guidance webpage: https://www.codot.gov/programs/environmental/resources/guidance-standards/environmental-clearances-info-
summary-august-2017/view.
shall comply with their employer's safety and health policies/ procedures,
(OSHA) regulations -including, but not limited to the
and Health Standards and 29 CFR Part 1926
high visibility apparel, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators,
performed, and as specified in regulation. At a minimum, all workers in
shall wear the following personal protective equipment: High visibility
documentation accompanying the Notice to Proceed related to this permit
that complies with the ANSI 289.1-1997 standard; and at all
workers shall comply with OSHA's PPE requirements for foot
required, such footwear shall meet the requirements of ANSI 241-1999.
been revised, the most recent version of the standard shall apply.
Guidelines that have been adopted by the Access Board under the
slope requirements and prescribe the use of a defined pattern
The new Standards Plans and can be found on the Design and
2- All workers within within the State Highway right of way
and all applicable U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
applicable sections of 29 CFR Part 1910 -Occupational Safety
- Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.
Personal protective equipment (e.g. head protection, footwear,
gloves, etc.) shall be worn as appropriate for the work being
the State Highway right of way, except when in their vehicles,
apparel as specified in the Traffic Control provisions of the
(at a minimum, ANSI/ISEA 107-1999, class 2); head protection
construction sites or whenever there is danger of injury to feet,
protection per 29 CFR 1910.136, 1926.95, and 1926.96. If
Where any of the above -referenced ANSI standards have
3- The Permittee is responsible for complying with the Revised
American Disabilities Act (ADA). These guidelines define traversable
of truncated domes as detectable warnings at street crossings.
Construction Project Support web page at: https://www.codot.gov/business/civilrights/ada/resources-engineers.
If an access permit is issued to you, it will state the terms and conditions for its use. Any changes in the use of the permitted access
not consistent with the terms and conditions listed on the permit may be considered a violation of the permit.
The applicant declares under penalty of perjury in the second degree, and any other applicable state or federal laws, that
all information provided on this form and submitted attachments are to the best of their knowledge true and complete.
I understand receipt of an access permit does not constitute permission to start access construction work.
Applicant or Agent for Permittee Signature
Print Name
Date
If the applicant is not the owner of the property, we require this application also to be signed by the property owner or their legally
authorized representative (or other acceptable written evidence). This signature shall constitute agreement with this application by
all owners -of -interest unless stated in writing. If a permit is issued, the property owner, in most cases, will be listed as the permittee.
Property Owner Signature
Print Name
Date
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING APPLICATION FORACCESS PERMIT
(CDOT FORM NO. 137)
December 2018
To construct, relocate, close, or modify access(es) to a State Highway or when there are changes in use of
such access point(s), an application for access permit must be submitted to the Colorado Department of
Transportation (CDOT) or the local jurisdiction serving as the issuing authority for State Highway Access
Permits. Contact the CDOT Regional Access Unit in which the subject property is located to determine
where the application must be submitted. The following link w ill help you determine which CDOT Region
office to contact:
ht�t s://www.codot.gov/business/permits/accesspermits/reg_ional-offices.html
All applications are processed and access permits are issued in accordance to the requirements and
procedures found in the most current version of the State Highway Access Code (Access Code). Code
and the application form are also available from CDOT's web site at:
https://www.codot.gov/business/permits/accesspermits
Please complete all information requested accurately. Access permits granted based on applications found
to contain false information may be revoked. An incomplete application will not be accepted. If additional
information, plans and documents are required, attach them to the application. Keep a copy of your
submittal for your records. Please note that only the original signed copy of the application will be accepted.
Do not send or enclose any permit fee at this time. A permit fee will be collected if an access permit is
issued. The following is a brief description of the information to be provided on each enumerated space on
the application form (CDOT Form 137, 2010).
1. Property Owner (Irmittee ): Please provide the full name, mailing address and telephone
number and the E-mail address (if available) of the legal property owner (owner of the surface rights).
Please provide a telephone number where the Permittee can be reached during business hours (8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Having a contract on the property is not a sufficient legal right to that property for
purposes of this application. If the access is to be on or across an access easement, then a copy of the
easement MUST accompany this application. If federal land is involved, provide the name of the
relevant federal agency AND attach copy of federal authorization for property use.
2. Agent for permittee: If the applicant (person completing this application) is different than the
property owner (lbrmittee ), provide entity name (if applicable), the full name of the person serving as
the Agent, mailing address, telephone number, and the E-mail address (if available). Please provide a
telephone number where the Agent can be reached during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).
Joint applications such as owner/lessee may be submitted. Corporations must be licensed to do business
in Colorado: All corporations serving as, or providing, an Agent as the applicant must be licensed to do
business in Colorado.
Instructions for completing Application for Access Permit (CDOT Form #137), 04/24
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3. Address of Property to be Served: Provide if property to be served has an official street
address. If the az cess is a public roa d, note the name (or future name) of the road.
4. Legal Description of Property: Fill in this item to the extent it applies. This information is
available at your local County Courthouse, or on your ownership deed(s). A copy of the deed may be
required as part of this application in some situations. To determine applicability,check with the CDOT's
Regional Access Manager or issuing authority staff.
5. State Highway: Provide the State Highway number from which the access is requested.
6. Highway Side: Mark the appropriate box to indicate what side of the highway the requested
access is located.
7. Access Mile Point: Without complete information, we may not be able to locate the proposed
access. To obtain the distance in feet, drive the length between the mile point and the proposed access,
rounding the distance on the odometer to the nearest tenth of a mile; multiply the distance by 5,280 feet
to obtain the number of feet from the mile point. Then enter the direction (i.e. north, south, ea st,west)
from the mile point to the proposed access. Finally, enter the mile point number. It is helpful in rural or
undeveloped areas if some flagging is tied to the right-of-way fence at the desired location of the access.
If the mile post is unknown, note the distance in feet (using the same procedures noted above) from
that cross street or road closest to the proposed access.
8. Access Construction Date: Fill in the date on which construction of the access is planned to
begin.
9. Access Request: Mark items that apply. More than one item may be checked.
10. Existing property use: Describe how the property is currently being used. For example,
common uses are Single Family Residential, Commercial or Agricultural.
11. Existing Access: Does the property have any other legal alternatives to reach a public
road other than the ac cess requested in this applica tion? Note the ac cess permit number(s) for any
existing state highway access point(s) along with their issue date(s). If there are no existing access
point(s), mark the "no" box.
12. Adjacent Property: Please mark the appropriate box. If the "yes" box is marked, provide a
brief description of the property (location of the property in relation to the property for which this access
application is being made).
13. Abutting Streets: If there are any other existing or proposed public roads or easements
abutting the property, they should be shown on a map or plan attached to this application.
14. Agricultural Acres: Provide number of acres to be served.
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15. Access Use: List the land uses and square footage of the site as it will be when it is fully
developed. The planned land uses as they will be when the site is fully developed are used to project
the amount of traffic that the site will generate, peak hour traffic levels and the type of vehicles that can
be expected as a result of the planned land uses. There may be exceptional circumstances that would
allow phased installation of access requirements. This is at the discretion of the CDOT Regional Access
Unit or issuing authority staff.
16. Estimated Traffic Count: Provide a reasonable estimate of the traffic volume expected to use
the access. Note the type of vehicles that will use the access along with the volume (number of vehicles
in and out at either the peak hour or average daily rates) for each type of vehicle. A vehicle leaving the
property and then returning counts as two trips. If 40 customers are expected to visit the business daily,
there would be 80 trips in addition to the trips made by all employees and other visitors (such as
delivery and trash removal vehicles). If the PDF on-line version of this application is being used, the
fields for each type of vehicle will automatically be added together to populate the last field on the page.
17. Documents and Plans: The CDOT Regional Access Manager or issuing authority staff will
determine which of these items must be provided to make the application complete. Incomplete
applications will not be accepted. If an incomplete application is received via U.S. mail or through
means other than in the hand of the Access Manager or issuing authority staff, it will not be processed.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify with the CDOT Regional Access Manager or
issuing authority staff whether the application is complete at the time of submission.
Signature: Generally, if the applicant is not the property owner, then the property owner or a legally
authorized representative must sign the application. With narrow exceptions, proof of the property
owner's consent is required to be submitted with the application (proof may be a power of attorney or a
similar consent instrument). The CDOT Regional Access Manager or issuing authority staff will
determine if the exception provided in the Access Code (2.3 (3) (b)) is applicable.
If CDOT is the issuing authority for this application, direct your questions to the CDOT Regional Access
Manager or the issuing authority staff serving the subject property.
lj s://www.codot.gov/business/permits/accesspermits/regional-offices.html
If the application is accepted, it will be reviewed by the CDOT Regional Access Manager or the issuing
authority staff. If an Access Permit is issued, be sure to read all of the attached Terms and Conditions
before signing and returning the Access Permit. The Terms and Conditions may require that additional
information be provided prior to issuance of the Notice to Proceed.
The CDOT Regional Access Manager (or issuing authority staff) MUST be contacted prior to commencing
work on any Access Permit project. A Notice to Proceed that authorizes the Permittee to begin
access related construction MUST be issued prior to working on the access in the State Highway
right-of-way. The Notice to Proceed may also have Terms and Conditions that must be fulfilled before
work may begin on the permitted access.
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CDPHE
COLORADO
Department of Public
Health & Environment
Dedicated to protecting and improving the health and environment of the people of Colorado
Diana Aungst
Weld County
1402 North 17th Ave Greeley, CO 80631
VIA EMAIL
RE: Referral Agency Email
Dear Diana Aungst,
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's Air Pollution Control Division
(APCD or Division) received a request for an air quality administrative review concerning the
proposed electric substation and transmission lines project as described in your
correspondence dated January 23, 2025. The Division has reviewed the project letter and
respectfully offers the following comments. Please note that the following Air Quality Control
Commission (AQCC) regulations may not be inclusive of the regulations the proposed project
will be subject to. It is the responsibility of the involved parties to determine what
regulations they are subject to and follow them accordingly.
Land Development
We also note that projects similar to this proposal often involve land development. Under
Colorado air quality regulations, land development refers to all land clearing activities,
including but not limited to land preparation such as excavating or grading, for residential,
commercial or industrial development. Land development activities release fugitive dust, a
pollutant regulation by the Division. Small land development activities are not subject to the
same reporting and permitting requirements as large land activities. Specifically, land
development activities that are less than 25 contiguous acres and less than 6 months in
duration do not need to report air emissions to the Division. It is important to note that even
if a permit is not required, fugitive dust control measures including the Land Development
APEN Form APCD-223 must be followed at the site. Fugitive dust control techniques commonly
included in the plan are included in the table below.
Control Options for Unpaved Roadways
Watering
Paving
Graveling
Use of chemical stabilizer
Controlling vehicle speed
Control Options for Mud and Dirt Carry -Out Onto Paved Surfaces
Gravel entry ways
Covering the load
Washing vehicle wheels
Not overfilling trucks
Control Options for Disturbed Areas
Watering
Revegetation
Compaction
Wind Breaks
Application of a chemical stabilizer
Controlling vehicle speed
Furrowing the soil
Minimizing the areas of disturbance
Synthetic or Natural Cover for Slopes
4300 Cherry Creek Drive S., Denver, CO 80246-1530 P 303-692-2000 www.colorado.gov/cdphe
Jared Polls, Governor I Jill Hunsaker Ryan, MPH, Executive Director
Please refer to the website https://cdphe.colorado.gov/apens-and-air-permits for
information on land use APENs and permit forms. Click on "Land Development" to access the
land development specific APEN form. Please contact KC Houlden, Construction Permits Unit
Supervisor, at 303-692-4092, kenneth.houlden@state.co.us if you have any specific questions
about APENs and permit forms.
Federal General Conformity
The federal General Conformity rule applies to federally funded projects in federal
nonattainment and air quality maintenance areas, such as the Denver Metro/North Front
Range severe ozone nonattainment area.' Within these areas, the general conformity rule
applies to any "Federal action" not specifically exempted by the Clean Air Act or
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, i.e., any non-exempt activity by a federal
governmental department, agency or instrumentality, or any activity that such an entity
supports in any way, provides financial assistance for, or licenses, permits, or approves.
The federal general conformity rule and associated EPA guidance provides for a federal
department or instrumentality to determine if the estimated emissions resulting from a
proposed action in a nonattainment or maintenance area are below EPA's de minimis levels
(https://www.epa.gov/general-conformity/de-minimis-emission-levels) for the applicable
National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS).2 Note that Weld County is located in the 2015
serious and 2008 severe Denver Metro/North Front Range nonattainment areas. The General
Conformity de minimis levels for the 2015 Denver Metro/North Front Range serious ozone
nonattainment area are 50 tons per year of the ozone precursors VOCs or NOx and 25 tons per
year for the 2008 Denver Metro/North Front Range severe nonattainment area. If a federal
department or instrumentality determines that its action will result in emissions that are
below the de minimis levels, the action is exempt and detailed air quality analysis is not
required. Information about the general conformity rule, including training and frequently
asked questions, is available at https://www.epa.gov/general-conformity.
If you have any other questions or need additional information, please use the contact info
listed above, or a -mail or call me directly. Thank you for contacting the Air Pollution Control
Division about your project.
Sincerely,
Brendan Cicione
Air Quality and Transportation Planner
General SIP Unit
Air Pollution Control Division
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
303-691-4104 // brendan.cicione@state.co.us
' U.S. EPA, Green Book, Colorado, https://www3.epa.gov/airquality/greenbook/anayo_co.html
z U.S. EPA, De Minimis Tables, https://www.epa.gov/general-conformity/de-minimis-tables
4300 Cherry Creek Drive S., Denver, CO 80246-1530 P 303-692-2000 www.colorado.gov/cdphe
Jared Polls, Governor I Jill Hunsaker Ryan, MPH, Executive Director
Diana Aungst
From: Fuller - DNR, Kathleen <kathleen.fuller@state.co.us>
Sent: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 1:49 PM
To: Diana Aungst
Subject: Re: Referral Agency Email
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Dear Ms. Aungst,
I apologize for the delay.
This referral for USR24-0029 contained no proposed water demands or proposed water supplies. We
therefore do not have comments. If there is a water supply related issue the county wants our
office to provide comments on, please provide further explanation and sufficient information for
our review of the water supply issues.
The application materials indicate that a stormwater detention structure may be a part of this
project. The applicant should be aware that unless the structure can meet the requirements of a
"storm water detention and infiltration facility" as defined in section 37-92-602(8), C.R.S., the
structure may be subject to administration by this office. The applicant should review DWR's
Administrative Statement Regarding the Management of Storm Water Detention Facilities and Post-
Wildland Fire Facilities in Colorado to ensure that the notification, construction and operation of
the proposed structure meets statutory and administrative requirements. The Applicant is
encouraged to use the Colorado Stormwater Detention and Infiltration Facility Notification Portal
to meet the notification requirements.
Thank you,
Kate
On Thu, Jan 23, 2025 at 2:06 PM noreply@weld.gov<noreply@weld.gov>wrote:
The Weld County Planning Department has received a Planning Use By Special Review application, case
# USR24-0029, in which your agency may have an interest. Planning staff requests you review the
application materials, and return the Referral Form to Diana Aungst by the date specified on the Referral
Form attached in the online permitting center. To view application materials, visit https://aca-
prod.accela.com/WELD/Default.aspx or navigate to weldgov.com > departments > planning and zoning
> online e -permitting. Then,
* Click on "Planning" tab on the menu bar
*Under General Search, type case# USR24-0029, into the Record Number box and search
* Click on the "Record Info" arrow drop -down menu
* Click on "Attachments" to review the application materials
If you have any questions, please contact your assigned planner: Diana Aungst at 970-400-6100
i
Thank you,
Diana Aungst
1402 North 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
970-400-6100
daungst@weld.gov
Kate Fuller
Water Resource Engineer
COLORADO
Division of Water Resources
Department of Natural Resources
P 303.866.3581 x 8245
1313 Sherman St., Suite 821, Denver, CO 80203
Kathleen.Fuller@state.co.usIdwr.colorado.gov
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