HomeMy WebLinkAbout20250250.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Maxwell Nader, Planning Services
FROM: Mike McRoberts, P.E., Development Review
DATE: November 15, 2024
SUBJECT: MINF24-0001 Baker Minor Subdivision
The proposal has been reviewed by Development Review on behalf of the Weld County Department of
Public Works and the Department of Planning Services. 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 Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
This project is north of and adjacent to CR 46 and is west of and adjacent to CR 35.
Parcel numbers 105711400002.
Access is from CR 46.
ACCESS
Weld County Development Review has reviewed the application materials related to access. The applicant
is proposing to have one (1) access on County Road 46 located approximately 1,590 feet west of County
Road 35.
An access for a subdivision onto a county -maintained road is considered an intersection when referring to
Table 1, of Section 8-14-30, of the Weld County Code. (Table 1 contains the minimum access spacing
requirements between accesses, and between accesses and intersections.) The proposed access location
does not meet the minimum 660 -foot spacing requirement between an intersection and an access on a
collector road, as prescribed in Table 1. Finding a location on County Road 46 that meets the minimum
spacing requirements is not possible due to number and location of existing accesses on both sides of
County Road 46. As a result, the proposed location will likely be approved by Development Review if it is
determined to be safe for the traveling public.
ACCESS PERMIT
Per Section 8-14-30 of the Weld County Code, an Access Permit is required for access to Weld County
maintained roadways. All "preliminarily approved" accesses are subject to change during the access
permitting process.
ROADS AND RIGHTS -OF -WAY
County Road 35 is a paved road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map (Code
Ordinance 2017-01) as an arterial road, which requires 140 feet of right-of-way. 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. The physical location of CR 35 may not be centered in the right-of-way. This road is
maintained by Weld County.
County Road 46 is a paved road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map (Code
Ordinance 2017-01) as a collector road, which requires 80 feet of right-of-way. 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. The physical location of CR 46 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, 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
The latest average daily traffic (ADT) on County Road 46 counted 1,638 vehicle per day, with 35% trucks.
The 85th percentile speed on this section of County Road 46 is 61 mph.
A preliminary Traffic Impact Study (TIS) was submitted with the application for review. According to the
TIS, the proposed project is anticipated to generate approximately 347 daily weekday trips, 37 AM peak
hour trips, and 39 PM peak hour trips. Per the Colorado State Highway Access Code, none of the AM or
PM peak hour turning movement trips at the site's entrance trigger the need for auxiliary turn lanes on CR
46.
In addition, the TIS states that the project's site generated traffic does not increase traffic at the US 85/CR
46 intersection by 20% or more (CDOT's trigger for requiring auxiliary lanes). The project's percent traffic
impact at the foregoing intersection is less than 1.6%.
A final accepted TIS completed by a Colorado Licensed Professional Engineer is required prior to recording
the plat.
TRACKING CONTROL POLICY
Tracking control is required to prevent tracking onto county -maintained roadways. As specified in Section
24-5-20.A.17., the internal road shall be paved as it is tying into a paved county -maintained roadway
(County Road 46). The paved internal road will function as the required tracking control.
DRAINAGE REQUIREMENTS
This area is within a Non -urbanizing Drainage Area. Non -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, 10 -year storm event falling on the
undeveloped site having a 2% impervious value.
A drainage report with a proposed retention pond (completed by a Colorado Licensed Professional
Engineer) was submitted with the application. The report includes a variance request to use retention
instead of detention and to waive the need to have an emergency spillway due to the project site's
topography.
A final drainage report completed by a Colorado Licensed Professional Engineer is required prior to
recording the plat. The drainage report must include a certification of compliance stamped and signed by
the PE. A Certification of Compliance form can be found on the Public Works Development Review website.
General drainage report checklist is available on the engineering website. More complete checklists are
available upon request. Subdivision drainage features shall be shown and labeled on the final plat.
Historic Flows:
The applicant will be required to maintain the historic drainage flows and run-off amounts from the property.
INTERNAL ROAD
Per Sections 24-3-20.A.1., 24-3-20.A.12., and 24-3-20.A.13., subdivisions are required to have an internal
roadway that serves each lot with the roadway geometry and pavement design specified in the Weld County
Engineering and Construction Criteria (WCECC) manual.
A construction set drawings was submitted with the application. Per Section 4.6, of the WCECC manual,
the maximum cul-de-sac length between intersecting roads (from centerline to centerline) is 1,500 feet. The
proposed cul-de-sac exceeds the maximum length by approximately 460 feet. Therefore, the road shall be
redesigned not to exceed the maximum allowed length prescribed by Weld County Code.
Per Section 10.3.4, of the WCEDD manual, the applicant shall submit a soils report and associated
pavement design to ensure the proper design of the internal road.
IMPROVEMENTS AND ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Per Section 24-2-40, the applicant shall submit a signed subdivision Improvements Agreement to construct
the required improvements as shown on the approved plat and other supporting documents/construction
plans. Collateral will be required per Section 2-3-30 of the Weld County Code to ensure the improvements
are completed (and maintained during construction) and to cover any repairs needed during the warranty
period. Approval of the Improvements Agreement will be a condition of approval for the subdivision and
shall be approved by the Board of County Commissioners prior to recording the subdivision final plat.
An example Improvements Agreement is available at:
https://www.weld.gov/files/sharedassets/public/v/1 /departments/public-works/documents/usr-spr-permits-
improvements-agreement-template.pdf
The Improvements Agreement will detail the approved haul route(s), outline when offsite improvements will
be triggered (if determined necessary upon review if the TIS), and include a maintenance agreement for
the haul routes. Possible mitigations included in the road maintenance agreement may include but are not
limited to: dust control, specified haul routes, damage repairs, and any future off -site roadway improvement
triggers.
CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
The applicant shall submit a construction schedule to be included in the Improvements Agreement. The
schedule shall show the approximate dates for construction to begin and end. It shall also describe the
anticipated stages associated with the development, the number of buildings/structures to be constructed
in each stage, and the common open space areas (with quantities) to be completed in each stage.
CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE
The applicant shall submit a construction cost estimate as defined in Section 8-2-50., of the Weld County
Code to be included in the Improvements Agreement.
UTILITY MAP
A Utility Map showing the vehicular circulation system, gas lines, waterlines, electrical lines (above or below
ground), telecommunication lines (if applicable), sewer lines (if applicable), utility and drainage easements
with labels, culverts, and structures is required. The Utility Map shall be recorded with the Final Plan plat.
CONSTRUCTION PLANS
A construction set of plans was submitted with the application. The plan set shall include at a minimum:
• Cover Sheet
• Final Plat
• Typical Cross Sections
• Horizontal Control Plan
• Right -of -Way Exhibit
• Roadway Plan and Profile Sheets
• Intersection Details
• Utility Map
• Grading Plan
• Sediment and Erosion Control Plan
• Detail Sheets
Additional sheets may be required if determined necessary.
GRADING PERMIT
Per Weld County Code, Section 8-12-30.B, a Weld County Grading Permit will be required if disturbing
more than 1 acre. Grading Permits are issued after the planning process is complete (Final Plat recorded).
An Early Release Request Form may be entertained only after the applicant, Development Review, and
the Planning Department have reviewed the referral and surrounding property owner comments and the
case has been heard by the Board of County Commissioners (or the case has been approved by the
Director of Planning Services if it is a case not requiring Board approval). The Early Release Request may
or may not be granted depending on referral comments and surrounding property owner concerns. Contact
Development Review from the Department of Planning Services for more information. The Application Fee
for a grading permit is $500.
COLORADO STORMWATER PERMIT
A Construction Stormwater Permit is also required with the State for disturbing more than 1 acre. Contact:
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Water Quality Control Division, 303-692-3575.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A. An Improvements and Road Maintenance Agreement is required for on -site improvements at this
location. Road maintenance includes, but is not limited to, dust control and damage repair to specified
haul routes. The Agreement shall include provisions addressing engineering requirements, submission
of collateral, and testing and approval of completed improvements. (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. A final accepted TIS stamped and signed by a Colorado Licensed Professional Engineer is required.
D. The Final Plan map shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. County Road 35 is a paved road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification
Map (Code Ordinance 2017-01) as an arterial road, which requires 140 feet of right-of-way. The
applicant shall delineate and label on the Final Plan map the existing and future rights -of -way (along
with the documents creating the existing right-of-way) and the physical location of County Road 35.
If the existing 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 right-
of-way line. This road is maintained by Weld County. (Development Review)
2. County Road 46 is a paved road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification
Map (Code Ordinance 2017-01) as a collector road, which requires 80 feet of right-of-way. The
applicant shall delineate and label on the Final Plan map the existing and future rights -of -way (along
with the documents creating the existing right-of-way) and the physical location of County Road 46.
If the existing 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 right-
of-way line. This road is maintained by Weld County. (Development Review)
3. Show and label the preliminarily approved access (intersection) location, and the appropriate
turning radii (65' minimum) and width measured at the right-of-way (40' maximum) on the Final
Plan map. The applicant must obtain an access permit in an approved location prior to construction.
(Development Review)
4. Show and label the accepted drainage features and drainage flow arrows. Stormwater ponds
should be labeled as "Stormwater Detention, No -Build or Storage Area" and shall include the
calculated volume. (Development Review)
5. Show and label the required utility easements for each lot. (Development Review)
6. The applicant shall show on -site parking areas, if applicable. (Development Review)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (NOTES ON THE FINAL PLAN MAP)
A. 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)
B. The access on the site shall be maintained to mitigate any impacts to the public road including damages
and/or off -site tracking. (Development Review)
C. 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)
D. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts on the site will be maintained. (Development Review)
E. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of onsite drainage related features. (Development
Review)
F. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance on on -site subdivision roads. (Development
Review)
COUNTY
WELD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
1555 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 www.weldhealth.org
Memorandum
To:
From:
Date:
Re:
Max Nader, Planning Services
Lauren Light, Environmental Health Services
October 29, 2024
MINF24-0001 Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Final Plan for a Minor
Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
The site will be served by Central Weld County Water District, a receipt for purchase of
5 taps from the District was included with the submittal. Commercial on -site wastewater
treatment systems will serve each lot.
We recommend the following appear as notes on the plat:
1. Water service may be obtained from Central Weld County Water District.
2. The parcel is currently not served by a municipal sanitary sewer system.
Sewage disposal may be by an on -site wastewater treatment system (OWTS)
designed in accordance with the regulations of the Colorado Department of
Public Health and Environment, Water Quality Control Division and the Weld
County Code in effect at the time of construction, repair, replacement, or
modification of the system.
3. Activity or use on the surface of the ground over any part of the OWTS must be
restricted to that which shall allow the system to function as designed and which
shall not contribute to compaction of the soil or to structural loading detrimental
to the structural integrity or capability of the component to function as designed.
4. During development of the site, all land disturbances shall be conducted so that
nuisance conditions are not created. If dust emissions create nuisance
conditions, at the request of Weld County Environmental Health Services, a
fugitive dust control plan must be submitted.
5. If land development exceeds 6 months in duration, the responsible party shall
prepare a fugitive dust control plan, submit an air pollution emissions notice
application, and apply for a permit from the Colorado Department of Public
Health and Environment.
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Public Health
Weld County Referral
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October 17, 2024
Submit by Email
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number: MINF24-0001
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner: Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number: 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & S2S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
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We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature 3'Q, Date
10/23/2024
Agency Oil and Gas Energy Dept.
Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
Weld County
Oil & Gas Energy Department
Referral Comments
Referring Agency: Weld County Department of Planning Services
Reference Number: MINF24-001
Associated Parcel: 105711400002
OGED Reviewer: Tyler Seno
Review Date: 10/23/2024
The Staff of the Weld County Oil and Gas Energy Department (OGED) appreciates the opportunity to
comment on the captioned planning case. Staff has completed review of the proposal and have no
conflicts with the proposed activity. We have included additional comments below:
1. There are no active or proposed 1041 WOGLA Permits on the associated parcel. There are
several oil and gas well sites in the area surrounding the parcel.
2. The parcel includes four (4) active oil and gas wells, listed in Table 1 below. OGED requests
that the Applicant coordinate operations in proximity to existing wells and production
facilities with the operator(s) of these wells. OGED further requests the Applicant identify any
buried infrastructure associated with the oil and gas wells such as pipelines and flow lines.
API
Operator
Well Title
Well Status
05-123-16560
Noble Energy Inc
Clement #34-11
SI
05-123-24401
Noble Energy Inc
Clement Federal #37-11
SI
05-123-09308
KP Kauffman Company Inc
William Ewing #1
SI
05-123-16561
Noble Energy Inc
Clement #44-11
SI
3. The parcel includes two (2) plugged and abandoned (PA) wells listed in Table 2 below.
Additional information regarding these plugged and abandoned wells is available from the
Energy & Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). OGED recommends that the Applicant
review this information and contact the responsible operator regarding well infrastructure
that may have been abandoned in place prior to conducting operations in proximity to the
wells.
API
Operator
Well Title
Well Status
05-123-24402
Noble Energy Inc
Clement #20-11
PA
05-123-24741
Noble Energy Inc
Clement Federal #39-11
PA
4. The parcel includes two (2) Location Assessment for Pipelines listed in Table 3 below. OGED
recommends that the Applicant identify the location of the pipelines.
LAP No.
Project Name
Length
Diameter
Material
Contents
LAP22-
0017
DCP- Canvasback to
Mewbourn Pipeline
15.5 miles
20 -inch
Steel
Natural
Gas
LAP22-
0013
DCP- Godfrey to Pintail
Pipeline
4.6 miles
24 -inch
Steel
Natural
Gas
5. The minor subdivision lands may include additional oil and gas related infrastructure, such as
off -location flowlines or pipeline which are a use by right and not regulated by Weld County.
OGED requests that the applicant reviews flowline data available from the ECMC map viewer
and utilize Colorado 811 prior to any excavation activities.
These comments and recommendations are based upon the review of the application materials
submitted by the applicant and other relevant information available on the E -Permit site.
Submit by Email
Weld County Referral
October 17, 2024
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number MINF24-00O1
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & S2S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
We have reviewed the request and find that it does I does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature
Agency
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Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
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(970) 356-8097
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The West Greeley Conservation District recommends that the applicant
contact our office at (970) 356-8097. If you or the applicant have
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free to call
to any construction. For a more complete soils description consult the Weld County Soil Survey or
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Submit by Email
Weld County Referral
Tap 1683, 3501,3502
3503, 3504
I October 17, 2024
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number: MINF24-0001
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner: Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number: 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & S2S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
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We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attat-Ffied- . note below
Digitally signed by Kathy Naibauer
Signature Date: 2024.11.11 17:32:29-07'00' Date 11/11/24
Agency Central Weld County Water District
Taps 3501-3504 require a line extension to be set. The line extension agreement
has not been executed with the customer yet. Lots should not be transferred in ownership
prior to the line extension agreement being executed.
Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
Weld County Referral
Y
October 17, 2024
Submit by Email
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number: MINF24-0001
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner: Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number: 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & S2S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
P
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We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature 2-a4 Date 10/25/2024
Agency Farmers Independent Ditch Company
Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
LA RENCE CUSTER GRASMICK JONES & DONOVAN, LLP
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
5245 RONALD REAGAN BLVD., SUITE I
JOHNSTOWN, COLORADO 80534
TELEPHONE: 970-622-8181
WWW.LCWATERLAW.COM
linda@lcwaterlaw.com
Bradley C. Grasmick • David P. Jones • Ryan M. Donovan • Wesley S. Knoll • Richard T. LiPuma (Of Counsel)
David L. Strait • Linda Preslan Bower • Jacklyn P. Gunn • Nicholas Espenan
October 25, 2024
VIA EMAIL ONLY
Weld County Planning
c/o Maxwell Nader
1555 N 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
mnader@weldgov.com
RE: Application # MINF24-0001 for Baker
Dear Mr. Nader,
I am writing in response to your October 17, 2024 email regarding application number MINF24-
0001 on behalf of our client, Farmers Independent Ditch Company (FIDCO).
FIDCO appreciates the opportunity to review the application and has no further comments at this
phase of the development.
Thank you again for including FIDCO in your review of the application.
cc:
FIDCO
Ryan M. Donovan
Sincerely,
LAWRENCE CUSTER GRASMICK JONES & DONOVAN LLP
2-/-;f-da-
Linda P. Bower, Esq.
Weld County Referral
Y
October 17, 2024
Submit by Email
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number: MINF24-0001
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner: Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number: 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & S2S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
P
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We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature Date 11/14/2024
Agency La Salle Fire Protection District
Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker
Project: Baker Subdivision (22169 County Road 35)
Comment Date: 11/14/2024
Comments By: Greg Becker, Fire Marshal
This review is for the Final Plan for a minor subdivision (5 lots with I-2 (medium industrial) zoning).
FIRE DISTRICT REFERRAL COMMENTS
1. These comments are provided in accordance with the 2018 International Fire Code and any other
applicable standards and are based on the materials provided.
2. All work shall be completed in accordance with the 2018 IFC.
3. All construction/demolition shall comply with IFC Chapter 33. There must be an acceptable
driving surface for emergency vehicles provided prior to and throughout construction.
4. All roads within the site and at the entrance shall be able to accommodate the weight of our
heaviest fire apparatus and meet the requirements of IFC 503 & Appendix D throughout regular
operations at the site. This driving surface shall always be maintained.
5. All street dimensions shall meet the requirements of IFC 503 & Appendix D.
6. Any dead-end streets shall meet the requirements of IFC 503 & Appendix D, or a turnaround
feature will be required to be installed on all roads in excess of 150' meeting the IFC requirement
7. Fire hydrant spacing shall meet the requirements of IFC Appendix C.
8. Verification is required that the proposed water main and fire hydrants will meet the required
minimum fire flow requirements as detailed in the Water Supply Requirements for the Baker
Subdivision provided from the LaSalle Fire Protection District on July 11, 2024.
9. A clear space of not less than three (3) feet around fire hydrants shall always be maintained in
accordance with IFC 507.5.5
10. Any construction near current or old oil and gas facilities, wells, pipelines, etc. Shall meet the
requirements of the La Salle Fire Protection District, Weld County and the ECMC (Colorado Energy
and Carbon Management Commission). Proper documentation is required that all pipelines have
been accounted for and that the developer is aware of these.
11. The following is a list of the deferred submittals that are required to be reviewed and approved by
the Fire District.
a. Site Plans for the subdivision and future build outs of the lots
b. Building Plan(s) & Permit(s)
c. Fire Sprinkler Plan(s) & Permit(s) (if applicable)
d. Fire Alarm System(s) & Permit(s) (if applicable)
12. The applicant shall coordinate all required inspections with the Fire District.
This list is intended to provide the applicant with as much information as possible, but it may be amended
during subsequent reviews or as other information becomes available. The designer is responsible for the
technical accuracy of their work. Nothing in this review is intended to approve any aspect of this plan that
does not comply with all applicable codes and standards. Any changes that are made will require approval
from the Fire District. Please reach out to me directly if you have any questions gbecker@lasallefire.com.
Respectfully,
Greg Becker
Fire Inspector III/Plans Examiner #196308234
Fire Marshal - La Salle Fire Protection District
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DATE: July 11, 2024
TO: Eric Wernsman - Wernsman Engineering and Land Development LLC
FROM: The La Salle Fire Protection District's Fire Prevention Bureau
RE: Water Supply for the Proposed Baker Subdivision, 22169 CR 35, LaSalle, Co
Water supply (Fire Flow) requirements for the Baker Subdivision:
• Lot 1:
o Planned Solar Photovoltaic Generating Facility (Approx. 41 acres)
o No Fire Flow requirements
• Lot 2:
o Oilfield Support Company (Approx. 13 acres)
o OPTION #1:
Based on the proposed construction type (TYPE V -B) and size (15,000 ft2) of the
building, a minimum of 3 fire hydrants are required, the required fire flow is
3,250gpm at 20psi for a duration of three hours. The total fire flow amount is
585,000 gallons. A minimum of three (3) fire hydrants will be required for this
subdivision with an average spacing of 400 feet between the fire hydrants.
o OPTION #2:
Based on the proposed construction type (TYPE II -A) and size (15,000 ft2) of the
building, a minimum of 1 fire hydrant is required, the required fire flow is
1,500gpm at 20psi for a duration of two hours. The total fire flow amount is
180,000 gallons.
o OPTION #3:
Based on the proposed construction type (TYPE II -B) and size (15,000 ft2) of the
building, a minimum of 3 fire hydrants are required, the required fire flow is
2,500gpm at 20psi for a duration of two hours. The total fire flow amount is
300,000 gallons. A minimum of three (3) fire hydrants will be required for this
subdivision with an average spacing of 450 feet between the fire hydrants.
• Lot 3:
o Undetermined (Approx. 14 acres)
o Fire Flow requirements unknown
• Lot 4:
o Existing Auto / Truck Repair Shop (Approx. 12 acres)
o The building currently has a fire suppression system.
o Based on the construction type (TYPE V -B) and size (9,100 ft2) of the building, a
minimum of 3 fire hydrants are required, the required fire flow is 2,500gpm at 20psi
for a duration of two hours. The total fire flow amount is 300,000 gallons.
For your question regarding if a sprinkler system would reduce the required Fire Flow:
• International Fire Code - B105.3 Water supply for buildings equipped with an
automatic sprinkler system. For buildings equipped with an approved automatic
sprinkler system, the water supply shall be capable of providing the greater of
o The automatic sprinkler system demand; including the hose stream allowance.
o The required Fire Flow.
For your question regarding if a fire water storage pond would be allowed:
Yes, we would be open to considering a Water Storage Pond to meet the Fire Flow
requirements for the subdivision.
o The water storage pond, the required apparatuses, and the fire apparatus access
roads shall be constructed in accordance with the NFPA standard 1142, Standard on
Water Supplies for Suburban and Rural Fire Fighting.
o Water supply sources shall maintain a useable volume that is consistent with the
capacity and delivery requirements of the required Fire Flow.
Respectfully,
Greg Becker
Fire Inspector III/Plans Examiner #196308234
Fire Marshal - La Salle Fire Protection District
9/12/24, 8:21 AM Gmail - Baker Sub revised road
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Eric Wernsman <ejwerns25@gmail.com>
To: William.Sheehan@contractor.p66.com
Cc: Melissa Mayer <melissa@mlmassociates.net>
Eric Wernsman <ejwerns25@gmail.com>
Fri, Aug 30, 2024 at 11:30 AM
Hi Bill thank you for your time yesterday. Here is the revised road alignment. Please see if this works for your team.
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Date: August 30, 2024 at 11:27:16 AM MDT
To: Eric Wernsman <ejwerns25@gmail.com>
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Cc: Melissa Mayer <melissa@mlmassociates.net>, "Alexander, Gordon" <Gordon.S.Alexander@p66.com>, "Hagenlock,
Lewis D" <Lewis.D.Hagenlock@p66.com>
Hi Eric,
Yes, that is a much better alignment, I think it will be much more palatable to or Operations Group.
I would point out that you are depicting only crossing one gas pipeline at the bend in your road.
In fact there are five lines to be crossed at that location.
Fri, Aug 30, 2024 at 1:29
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Would you like me to coordinate an on -site inspection between our locators and your surveyor so that you can accurately
depict the lines being crossed.
Thanks!
Bill Sheehan
P66 ROW Agent
970.691.0239
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Cc: Melissa Mayer <melissa@mlmassociates.net>, "Alexander, Gordon" <Gordon.S.Alexander@p66.com>, "Hagenlock,
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Hi Bill , yes that would be great. I would love to get those located.
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To: Eric Wernsman <ejwerns25@gmail.com>
Thanks Eric,
I will reach out to our locators and be back to you next week.
Thanks!
Bill Sheehan
P66 ROW Agent
970.691.0239
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From: Eric Wernsman <ejwerns25@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, August 30, 2024 1:31 PM
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PS Go Buffs!
Thanks!
Bill Sheehan
P66 ROW Agent
970.691.0239
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Maybe GO 1 and 10 Buffs !
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Weld County Referral
October 17, 2024
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number: MINF24-0001
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner: Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number: 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & 52S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
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We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter. SEE BELOW
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Future development of this property may impact future development with the the Town
of LaSalle. We respectfully request that all applications for development of this property
are referred to the Town of LaSalle for review and comment.
Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
Weld County Referral
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October 17, 2024
Submit by Email
The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Daniel and Debra Baker Case Number: MINF24-0001
Please Reply By: November 14, 2024 Planner: Maxwell Nader
Project: A Final Plan for a Minor Subdivision (5 lots with 1-2 (Medium Industrial) Zoning).
Parcel Number: 105711400002-R3796405 Legal: LOT B RECORDED EXEMPTION RE -4059, PART
S2SE4 & S2S2N2SE4 of Sectonl 1, T4N, R66W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 46; west of and adjacent to County Road 35.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response
not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of
Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the
Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to
applications under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this
additional information, please call the Department of Planning Services.
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We have reviewed the request and find that it does / does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature Michael Hall Date 10/17/2024
Agency City of Evans
City of Evans staff met with Dan Baker and Eric Wernsman today (01/24/2024) to discuss the
possibility of annexation of the Baker property at CR 46 and Hwy 85, as the property is within the
City's Urban Growth Boundary.
However, as the City cannot provide any services or infrastructure to the site, the applicant
maintains his position to not annex and remain in unincorporated Weld County.
Weld County Planning Dept. PO Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632 Tel:(970)-400-6100 Fax:(970)-304-6498
Maxwell Nader
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Re: MINF24-0001, Dan's Garage
My colleague Allyson Young reviewed this Traffic Impact Study and provided comments The final responses from the
traffic engineer indicate no threshold is met for improvements or permits. I have no additional comments.
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The Weld County Planning Department has received a Minor Subdivision - Final application, case # MINF24-0001, in
which your agency may have an interest. Planning staff requests you review the application materials, and return the
Referral Form to Maxwell Nader 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# MINF24-0001, into the Record Number box and search
* Click on the "Record Info" arrow drop -down menu
* Click on "Attachments" to review the application materials
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If you have any questions, please contact your assigned planner: Maxwell Nader at 970-400-6100
Thank you,
Maxwell Nader
1402 North 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
970-400-6100
mnader@weld.gov
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