HomeMy WebLinkAbout20252522.tiffSummary of the Weld County Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
A regular meeting of the Weld County Planning Commission was held in the Weld County Administration
Building, Hearing Room, 1150 O Street, Greeley, Colorado. This meeting was called to order by Chair
Butch White, at 1:30 p.m.
Roll Call
Present: Barney Hammond, Butch White, Calven Goza, Cole Ritchey, Michael Biwer, Michael Palizzi,
Michael Wailes, Virginia Guderjahn
Absent: Hunter Rivera
Also Present: Diana Aungst, Maxwell Nader, Molly Wright, Angela Snyder, Department of Planning
Services, Mike McRoberts, Development Review, Karin McDougal, County Attorney, and Kris Ranslem,
Secretary.
Motion: Approve the July 1, 2025 Weld County Planning Commission minutes, Moved by Michael Wailes,
Seconded by Virginia Guderjahn. Motion passed unanimously.
Election of Officers.
Motion: Nominate Butch White as Chair
Moved by Michael Palizzi, Seconded by Michael Biwer. Motor passed unanimously.
Motion Nominate Michael Wailes as Vice -Chair
Moved by Michael Biwer, Seconded by Virginia Guderjahn. Motor passed unanimously.
Case Number: Ordinance 2025-11
Planner: Jim Flesher/Maxwell Nader
Request: In the Matter of Repealing and Reenacting with Amendments, Chapter 23 Zoning
of the Weld County Code (Miscellaneous)
The Chair stated that Staff is requesting a continuance to the September 2, 2025 Planning Commission
Hearing, therefore this case will be continued to the September 2, 2025 Planning Commission Hearing.
Case Number: COZ25-0003
Applicant: Blas Reyna Diaz
Planner: Angela Snyder
Request: Change of Zone from the A (Agricultural) Zone District to the C-3 (Business
ommercial) Zone District.
Pan of Lot 7 in the SET/4 NWT/4 of Section g, Township 5 North, Range 65 West
of the 6th PM., Weld County, Colorado, according to the Subdivision of Lands by
the Union Colony of Colorado.
North of and adjacent to East 16. Street; approximately 400 feet west of Balsam
Avenue.
Legal Description:
Location:
Angela Snyder, Planning Services, presented Case OO225-0003, reading the recommendation and
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record. The Department of Planning Services recommends approval of this application
along with conditions of approval and development standards.
In response to Commissioner Wailes inquiry if this site is currently in violation, Ms. Snyder replied yes. Mr.
Wailes stated that the change of zone will not correct the violation, however, he asked if they will be applying
for USR or a Site Plan Review. Ms. Snyder said that if they keep the current use it would require a Site
Plan Review, which is an administrative process.
Mike McRoberts, Development Review, reported on the existing traffic and access to the site.
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Mark Taylor, Alles, Taylor and Duke, 3610 3S" Avenue, Evans, Colorado, stated that Staff did a great job
explaining the application and added he is available for any questions.
The Chair asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against this application.
No one wished to speak.
The Chair asked the applicant if they have read through the Development Standards and Conditions of
Approval and rf they are in agreement with those. The applicant replied that they are in agreement.
Motion: Forward Case COZ25-0003 to the Board of County Commissioners along with the Conditions of
Approval and Development Standards with the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval,
Moved by Virginia Guderjahn, Seconded by Barney Hammond.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 8).
Yes: Barney Hammond, Butch White, Calven Goza, Cole Ritchey, Michael Biwer, Michael Palizzi, Michael
Wailes, Virginia Guderjahn.
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Applicant:
Planner:
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Legal Description:
Location:
USR25-0008
Brian Rector
Molly Wright
Use by Special Review Permit for Oil and Gas Support and Service (truck parking
and equipment storage) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the
A (Agricultural) Zone District.
Lot A of Recorded Exemption, RE -3209; being part of the NE1/4 of Section 20,
Township 4 North, Range 64 West of the 6th P.M., Weld ounty, Coloado.
West of and adjacent to County Road 53; approximately 0.36 miles south of
County Road 44.
Molly Wright, Planning Services, presented Case USR25-0008, reading the recommendation and
comments into the record. Ms. Wright noted that one (1) letter was received outlining concerns regarding
noise, traffic on County Road 53, and decrease in property value. An email was also received with concerns
of cleaning of cement trucks, unpermitted removal of soil, and has requested screening of mature trees to
minimize dust to neighboring properties. The Department of Planning Services recommends approval of
this application along with conditions of approval and development standards.
Mike McRoberts, Development Review, reported on the existing traffic, access to the site and drainage
conditions for the site.
Brian Rector, 20601 CR 53, Kersey, Colorado and David Huwa, 13648 CR 64, Greeley, Colorado. Mr.
Huwa said that when Mr. Rector purchased this property, he had planned to have this as his residence but
he also wanted to keep his high -value equipment on site. Mr. Huwa provided a brief overview of the layout
of the site.
Commissioner Wailes clarified if they are backfiiling the plug and abandoned wells. Mr. Rector replied yes.
Mr. Wales asked how he will keep these vehicles clean. Mr. Rector said that while they are on location
they run water back through and clean the trucks really good and put it in a clean-up tank that is on location.
The Chair ask. if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against this application.
No one wished to speak.
The Chair asked the applicant if they have read through the Development Standards and Conditions of
Approval and if they are in agreement with those. The applicant replied that they are in agreement.
Motion: Forward Case USR25-0008 to the Board of County Commissioners along with the Conditions of
Approval and Development Standards with the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval,
Moved by Michael Wailes, Seconded by Cole Ritchey.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 8).
Yes: Barney Hammond, Butch White, Calven Goza, Cole Ritchey, Michael Biwer, Michael Palizzi, Michael
Wailes, Virginia Guderjahn.
Case Number: 1MJUSR25-08-1647
Applicant: Public Service Company of Colorado
Planner: Diana Aungst
Request: First Major Amendment to Use by Special Review Permit No. USR-1647 fora 1041
Major Facility of a Public Utility (Fort Saint Vrain Generating Facility and natural
gas pipelines) to add two (2) natural gas fired combustion turbines (CT) and
Legal Description:
Location:
associated facilities in the I-3 (Heavy Industrial) and A (Agricultural) Zone District.
Section 10, Township 3 North, Range 67 West of the 6th P.M., Weld County,
Colorado.
North of and adjacent to County Road 34; east and west of County Road 19.5.
Diana Aungst, Planning Services, presented Case 1MJUSR25-08-1647, reading the recommendation and
comments into the record. Ms. Aungst noted that no correspondence was received from surrounding
property avners regarding this application. The Department of Planning Services recommends approval
of this application along with conditions of approval and development standards.
Mike McRoberts Development Review, reported on the existing traffic, access to the site and drainage
conditions for the site.
Hans Rodvik, Xcel Energy, 1500 6. Street, Greeley, Colorado stated that this project will provide, reliable
and consistent power with generating and additional 364 megawatts of power. These units are designed
to run individually, which enhances the overall safety and reliability of the system. The project construction
will begin in summer 2025 and is planned to be in-service in October 2027.
Lisa Foster dtt Energy, 3500 Blake Steet, Denver, Colorado, provided an overview of the project details
and described the proposed changes to the site.
Ms. Foster referred to Condition of Approval 1.A regarding the requirement of a Road Maintenance
Agreement for construction and added that their response is that a Road Maintenance Agreement for
construction will be developed based on the form that has been used by Xcel Energy and Weld County for
other recent projects in Weld County.
Ms. Foster referred to Condition of Approval 1.B.5 regarding the screening plan and added that the USR
Map has been updated to include the comments provided by the Department of Planning Services. She
stated that Xcel Energy requests this item be removed as it is their understanding that it is not applicable
to this project. Unlike projects that include stand along laydown yard that is visible from neighboring
residential properties or public rights -of -way, the temporary laydown yard for this project is located at the
project site and does not impact neighboring residential properties or public rights -of -way.
Commissioner Hammond asked how many homes this project would serve. Mr. Rodvik said that the Fort
Saint Vrain Plant is the largest natural gas facility within the Xcel Energy system and after these two units
will be added it will be even larger. He said that with 500 megawatts it can serve up to 175,000 homes.
Commissioner Hammond asked if they will have to expand again in the future because of population growth.
Mr. Rodvik said that the clean energy plan, which was finalized in 2024, included about 6500 megawatts in
new generation. He added that it does not add a full 6500 megawatts because they are retiring some of
their assets around the state. In looking forward to the next 10 years in Colorado, they have rolled out an
investment plan for Xcel Energy of $22.5 billion.
Commissioner Wailes referred to the application where it talks about the new turbines burning hydrogen
and by 2050 you expect to be 100% hydrogen fueled. Mr. Wailes asked if there is an efficiency increase
when you go to hydrogen. Mr. Rodvik said that he isn't an engineer so couldn't speak about the efficiencies
but added that by 2030 they will have rlet or exceeded the goal of reducing their emissions from 2005
levels by 80%.
The Chair asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against this application.
No one wished to speak.
The Chair asked Staff if there are any changes to the Development Standards or the Conditions of Approval.
Ms. Aungst referred to the screening plan and said that there are several different types of screening at the
Fort Saint Vrain Plant and added that Staff isn't looking for any additional screening to be added; however,
they would like to see what is out there reflected on the 1041 USR Map.
The Chair asked the applicant if they have read through the Development Standards and Conditions of
Approval and if they are in agreement with those. The applicant replied that they are in agreement.
Motion: Forward Case 1MJUSR25-08-1647 to the Board of County Commissioners along with the
Conditions of Approval and Development Standards with the Planning Commission's recommendation of
approval, Moved by Micael Palizzi, Seconded by Virginia Guderjahn.
Vote: Motion tamed by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 8).
Yes: Barney Hammond, Butch White, Calven Goza, Cole Ritchey, Michael Biwer, Michael Palizzi, Michael
Wailes, Virginia Guderjahn.
The Chair called a recess at 2:42 p.m. and reconvened the hearing at 2:58 p.m.
Case Number: PUDF24-0001
Aplicant: REI, LLC, dba Investors, LLC
Planner: Maxwell Nader
Request: Planned Unit Development Final Plan for Second Filing of Beebe Draw Farms for
284 residential lots with R-1 Low -Density Residential Zone District uses.
Legal Description: All of Section 17 and parts of Sections 8 and 9; all located in Township 3 North,
Range 65 West of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado.
Location: East of and adjacent to County Road 39; north of and adjacent to County Road 32.
Maxwell Nader, Planning Services, presented Case PUDF24-0001, reading the recommendation and
comments into the record. Mr. Nader stated that this is the second filing proposal for Beebe Draw Farms
and Equestrian Center Planned Unit Development. He added that this second filing is broken out into 10
phases and will be developed per market demands.
Mr. Nader noted that staff has received 94 letters and emails. He added that a few letters and emails are
in support of this application but the majority are in opposition with concerns regarding compatibility,
additional traffic, concerns with the wildlife, density, amenities, agricultural impacts to the area, water, and
concerns with new HOA guidelines. The Department of Planning Services recommends approval of this
application along with conditions of approval and development standards.
Mike McRoberts, Development Review, reported on the existing traffic, access to the site and drainage
conditions for the site.
Bruce O'Donnell, REI LLC, 825 East Spear Boulevard, Denver, Colorado, stated that this project is part of
Pelican Lake Ranch, which is approximately 3500 acres, and the PUD zoning approved in 1989 has zoning
for 800 single-family detached lots. Mr. O'Donnell stated that in this second filing, they have a Central Weld
County Water District Wdl Serve Letter that will provide water for 190 lots out of the 283 lots proposed He
added that water will be phased in over time as when they need more water they will acquire additional
water rights to convey to the district.
Mr. O'Donnell stated that the smallest proposed lots are seven times larger than the minimum 6000 square
foot lot required in R-1 zone district. He added that about 32./. of the second filing is open space that will
be dedicated to the Beebe Draw Farms Authority and it will extend the existing network of trails and
recreational opportunities. Mr. O'Donnell stated that the development will occur according to market
demand; however, they anticipate developing 30 lots per year in 10 phases.
Mr. O'Donnell said that have held two (2) townhall meetings and have received comments. Asa result,
they have designed a full movement intersection on County Road 39 and they have given monthly updates
at the Beebe Draw Farms Authority monthly meetings.
Commissioner Biwer asked if all of these lots will have septic systems. Mr. O'Donnell replied yes. Mr.
Biwer said that it seems that these are pretty high density lots to have that many septic systems in that
much ground. He asked if this has been studied. Mr. O'Donnell said that it has been studied and asked
Todd Johnson to address some specifics on that.
Todd Johnson, Terra Forma Solutions, 3465 South Gaylord Court, Englewood, Colorado, stated that the
requirement of the State and the County is that on average they have to have 2.5 acres across the entire
subdivision for septic systems, therefore, they meet that criteria for the septic system requirements. He
added that the soils are sandy and percolation is not an issue here.
The Chair asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak for or against this application.
Roy Wardell, 16512 Essex Road North, stated that he owns land on two sides of this development. He
said that it should not get approved because of the removal from any services as it is away from everyone.
Mr. Wardell expressed concern regarding erosion as where these lots will be built is 35 foot high sand
dunes. He added that there is sand blowing in and destroying neighbor's landscape. Mr. Wardell stated
that REI has a bad reputation of making promises they never fulfill and asked the Planning Commission to
consider that.
Jane Evans Cornelius, 18300 CR 43, stated that she is the Senior Managing Partner of Coyote Ridge
Ranch and owns the property around this site to the south and to the northeast. Ms. Cornelius said that
there is a large oil and gas development in the area and expressed concern on the danger of the possibility
of sparks flying and that oil and gas development exploding or starting fires. She added that It does not
pass the health, safety and welfare standards. She added that there is no. protection and it takes forever
for the sheriff to come. Ms. Cornelius said that they have spent hundreds of thousands of dollars improving
grazing and wildlife habitat on their ranch and REI has done nothing.
Sharon Dillon, 16489 Stoneleigh Road South, stated that they are not in favor of this application. Ms. Dillon
said that they are included in two (2) metro districts and added that the Authority is broke right now and
their budget is a deficit for this year. Ms. Dillon referred to the open space identified in Filing 2 and said
that there is no plan to add any additional amenities, however they are marketing it with their current
amenities. She added that according to Chapter 22 it says no more than 9 lots or overall density of more
than one unit per acre should be permitted in any non -urban development in Weld County. Ms. Dillon urged
the Planning Commission to not recommend approval of this application.
Jill Bailey, 13723 CR 39, stated that she lives two (2) miles south of the current entrance into Pelican Lakes
Ranch and added that she wished to defer her time to Nancy Hilly Brunson.
Nancy Hilly Brunson, 13471 CR 39, stated that there is an insufficient water supply and added that the area
is dry and desert like and rainfall is very limited. She added that in the original land study for this
development in 1984 it stated that wind breaks and environmental planning are fairly to not well suited to
these soils. Blowing sand and low available water capacity are the principal hazards in trying to establish
trees and shrubs. Supplemental irrigation will be needed to ensure survival. Ms. Brunson said that this
land has not changed since that study was done; however, the water has changed. She added that each
lot will require a minimum of 10 trees as well as irrigated turf areas around the house. They are proposing
to add almost 3000 trees and over 250 lawns to an area that is considered non -valuable for farming because
of poor soils and lack of water. Ms. Brunson stated that this project expects these trees and landscapes to
rely on what is called a half or budget tap. She added that she called the Water District and she was
informed that this type of tap is designed fora household use with minimal outside use, which allows for
9500 gallons of water per month. She noted that from the Environmental Protections Agency's data, even
a four -person household is using an average of 9600 gallons of water per month on general household
needs and not including watering an unestablished landscape. Ms. Brunson stated that it is not only
desirable but necessarythat the entire development need to maintain a rural atmosphere and quality of life.
William Caldwell, 16457 Ledyard Road South, stated that he is not here to say they don't need this
expansion but that they don't need the expansion that they are proposing. Mr. Caldwell said that the original
school section of 640 acres of that was not acquired; therefore that property should be taken off. Mr.
Caldwell noted that the mining commission gave FRICO the right to mine. He added that west of the ditch
is 422 acres that is part of the mining and prior to that there was 158 acres of equestrian. He further added
that 100 acres of trail was taken away for mining. Mr. Caldwell said that it is no longer green space and
the amenities are not there. He said that the swimming pool is made for 22 people and will not
accommodate an additional 283 lots.
Gerry Tschirpke, 16494 Burghley County, stated that he moved here to be in a rural area where he could
have horses. Mr. Tschirpke said that you can't put a horse on a lot of 1.83 acres with animals, a house,
barn and a septic field. He said how they are going to feed and water animals on half a tap. He added that
113 building lots, that are protected, don't have a habitat provided for them.
Carl Pellatz, 16503 Badminton Road North, stated that the density doesn't add up. Mr. Pellatz expressed
concern regarding septic systems. In 2019 their septic system failed and their neighbors did as well. In
10-15 years they have had failure to many of the original leach systems. Mr. Pellatz encouraged the
Planning Commission to not recommend approval.
Kim Coleman, 16489 Fairbanks Drive South, expressed concern and listed items regarding procedural
violations from Ordinance 2025-01, direct non-compliance with Chapters 23, 24 and 27 of the Weld County
Code and a flawed process that advances an application despite 24 separate conditions of approval. Ms.
Coleman requested the Planning Commission to deny this application request.
Linda Cox, 16485 Ledyard Road South, stated that she objects to the proposed plan as it was
unprofessional, incomplete and faulty since it was written. She added that REI has only had 1 community
meeting which occurred after the application was submitted and the minutes do not show the updates. The
green space in the map is actually in Filing 1 and is between 2 developed streets and doesn't see how that
helps the people in Filing 2. She expressed concern regarding the trend that indicates a softening housing
market and reduced buyer demand.
Dr. Linda Black, 16478 Burghley Court, stated that she is in support of expanding the area but not in support
of this plan. Ms. Black stated that she is the president of the POA and added that she is glad to hear that
there will be separate POA for Filing 2. She expressed concern that there are no amenities in Filing 2 and
using their pool puts them at risk.
Kent Lewis, 16476 Burghley Court, stated that he is not opposed to development when done responsily.
Mr. Lewis expressed ooncem regarding the proposed Mt density. Mr. Lewis said that Filing 2 is not in line
with the original vision and asks fora plan that reflects the standards of Filing 1.
Brenda Lewis, 16476 Burghley Court, echoed what others have said in that they are not opposed to growth
as long as it is done responsibly. She expressed concern regarding the lot density and said that Filing 2 is
not consistent and not compatible with Filing 1. Ms. Lewis referred to a 2024 Denver Post article regarding
the land deal and what went on with REI and the current Filing 1.
Debra Wilcox, 16498 Beebe Draw Far ns Parkway, stated that she would like Ms. Lewis to read the news
article for the record. Brenda Lewis, 16476 Burghley Court, read the 2024 Denver Post article into the
record.
Jeff Heley, 16477 Stoneleigh Road South, emphasized the article that Ms. Lewis just read. He added that
they are being held hostage with the question of legalities. Mr. Heley said that he echoed all of the concerns
today, specifically with the amenities as it has been a colorful discussion with the authority board and
development.
Bret Pachello, 16480 Essex Road South, stated that the budget tap is 114,000 gallons and good fora family
of four and doesn't include landscaping or animals. He added that a horse alone takes 30,000 gallons of
water per year. Mr. Pachello stated that Central Weld County Water District charges $25 for every 1000
gallons that you go over and should be considered.
Pamela Dechant Pachello, 16480 Essex Road South, said that they were sold on a lot of amenities that
has not been true. She expressed concern on the budget tap and how much they have to pay if they go
over the amount of water for the year.
Melvin Oliver, 16501 Badminton Road North, stated that how often do you get a tum out in the audience
like this.
Kelley Trujillo, 16468 Essex Road South, said that they can't even use the amenities that they have in Filing
1 and expressed concern with adding more home in Filing 2. She added that if they can't take care of the
residents in Filing 1 how will they take care of the additional homes in Filing 2.
Bruce McDonnell referred to the comment that the Beebe Draw Farms Authority is broke and said that they
do see very difficult financial times for the Authority. He added that the ingredients to help cure that is new
development in additional homes and the tax base that comes with new development. When homes come
on line in Pelican Lake Ranch they get transferred into District 1, which is a Metro District, and that increased
tax base can help with things like operations and maintenance and amenities. With the approval of Filing
2 and the ability to have growth will contribute to the financial help of the Authority.
Mr. McDonnell said that there is a lot of talk about water and one of the reasons for the smaller lots is for
less water consumption. He added that they have sufficient water to start the development and
acknowledged that they can only get part way through it as this is a phased PUD and all infrastructure will
be delivered upon a just in time basis.
Mr. McDonnell referred to the failed septic systems and said it is part of infrastructure as it ages and needs
to be replaced.
Mr. McDonnell referred to The Denver Post article that was brought up and said that they are in active
negotiations to settle that issue with current residents. He added that there was a meeting that the residents
held in March and they elected to discontinue negotiations and to disband their negotiating committee. He
added that there is now a meeting tomorrow night with District 1 to make a counter proposal and to open
up the dialogue again and see if some sort of a settlement can be arranged. Mr. McDonnell said it is true
that their offer was that Filing 2 would be a condition of settlement and that is pure economics as they can
only agree to settlement terms if they have the abiity to generate revenue and eam money. He added that
they meet the criteria and are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the PUD. Mr. McDonnell
requested a favorable recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners.
Commssoner Guderjahn asked if they have the deed for the 420 acres in question. Mr. McDonnell replied
yes and added that the Beebe Draw Farms Authority transfemed ownership of that land to REI in April of
2022.
Commissioner Wailes asked if Mr. McDonnell could provide an overview on the proposed lot sizes. Mr.
McDomel said that generally the average lot size is 1.8 acres and added that they are not compelling
anyone to have a horse or do anything that has a lot of water consumption. They believe this range of lot
sizes from one to three acres reflects the market better, has less water usage and is also a much more
efficient development with infrastructure.
Commissioner Palizzi asked what happens when you can't get the water and development stops and now
you can't get the tax revenue needed to fund the whole authority. Mr. McDonnell said that the authority
exists through an agreement between two Metro Districts and there is a contract called the Authority
Establishment Agreement and in it they are capped at being able to develop roughly 30 lots per year. The
investment required in infrastructure will be in 30 lot chunks and if they get to 30 or 60 or 90, they will only
build enough infrastructure to serve those homes. He added that if for some reason water was not available
development would just stop and it would not create any additional strain on amenities or infrastructure
investment as they would only have built enough infrastructure and delivered enough water to serve how
ever many homes got through that phase. Mr. McDonnell said that the open space and the amenity area
is to be dedicated to the Authority and it will be the Authority's decision on how to program it and on what
amenities are appropriate and the size and the time of their delivery. He added that if the Authority
determines that another swimming pool is a good investment then the authority can do that. If they think
an equestrian center or a volleyball court or whatever it could be then it will be a decision of the Authority
and not of REI.
Commissioner Palizzi reiterated his question that if 30 lots get built is that enough to then fund that existing
portion without the full build -out. He added that if you can only get a portion of that it may not solve the
problem it seems. Mr. McDonnell said that some significant portion of the investment and infrastructure will
be an REI investment and added that is a private business going at risk to invest in public infrastructure in
hopes of recouping that money through lot sales. He added that if the development would stop most of
that would fall on REI to invest in the infrastructure.
Commissioner White asked Staff to clarify the statement that some of this land was taken out of the
development and yet they are still able to develop as many homes. Mr. Nader stated that the original
zoning allowed for 600 lots and 100 condominiums and then it was changed to 800 lots. He referred to the
comment about the land being removed and geared toward the school and fire district and added that the
school and fire districts still own it but they have no interest in developing it until it is warranted.
Commissioner Wailes asked if the development is following current zoning regulations or are they
grandfather. in. Mr. Nader said it is a unique development and said that in the 1980's it was established
as a PUD with R-1 and Agricultural uses, in addition to oil and gas development. The current proposal
meets the R-1 zone district standards with the exception of the septic, which is already established via the
PUDZ back in the 1980's. He added that this has been established fora very long time; however, they
have not pursued the second filing until now. He added that it will take multiple years to phase this
development and would like to see this timeline cleared up.
Commissioner Biwer referred to a comment that because of the change to the lot sizes, the PUD is invalid
and asked if this still falls within the existing criteria. Mr. Nader said that it does meet the code.
Commissioner Palizzi asked where the 2.5 acres came from. Mr. Nader said that the 2.5 acres came from
the first fling, however, the existing zoning at the time allowed less than 2.5 acres but that was just the
proposal at that time with the first filing. .
The Chair asked the applicant if they have read through the Development Standards and Conditions of
Approval and if they are in agreement with those. The applicant replied that they are in agreement.
Motion: Forward Case PUDF24-0001 to the Board of County Commissioners along with the Conditions of
Approval and Development Standards with the Planning Commission's recommendation of approval,
Moved by Michael Wailes, Seconded by Michael Biwer.
Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote (summary: Yes = 6, No= 2).
Yes: Barney Hammond, Calven Gaza, Michael Biwer, Michael Palizzi, Michael Wailes, Virginia Guderjahn.
No: Butch White, Cole Ritchey.
Commissioner Hammond stated that he is not comfortable with a plat not showing 2.5 acres. He believes
the plat should show a survey plat with each lot being 2.5 acres. He also expressed concern with water
and added that he believes they are counting on future water usage and he doesn't feel comfortable with
that.
Commissioner Goza echoed Mr. Hammond's comments and added he is concerned about the water tap
situation but feels that the applicant has met all the requirements.
Commissioner Palizzi stated that technically this applicant meets all the requirements. However, he echoed
Mr. Hammond's comments as well and added that the water issue is concerning and should be looked into
more.
Commissioner White said that he doesn't not believe that it is a benefit; however it meets the compatibility
with current conditions in the area. He believes the water with a budget tap is not going to satisfy the uses
there and added that he is concerned that they are setting folks up for failure.
The Chair asked the public if there were other items of business that they would like to discuss. No one
wished to speak.
The Chair asked the Planning Commission members if there was any new business to discuss. No one
wished to speak.
Meeting adjourned at 4:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted, l
Kristine Ranslem
Secretary
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