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TO: Michael Hall, Planning Services
FROM: Melissa J King, PE, Public Works
DATE: October 30, 2020
SUBJECT: USR20-0032 Ruiz
The Weld County Department of Public Works has reviewed this proposal. 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 Site Specific Development Plan and use by Special Review for an Animal Training
Facility and Commercial Roping Arena in the A(Agricultural) Zone District outside of subdivision and historic
townsites
This project is north of and adjacent to CR 20
Parcel number 130917300001.
Access is from CR 20.
ACCESS
Weld County Public Works has reviewed the application materials related to access.
The parcel has two existing permitted access locations onto County Road 20. Permitted as AP11-00494,
these two locations are approximately 1,422 feet and 1,582 feet east of Highway 85. No additional
accesses are requested.
These access points are approximately 1,410 feet and 1,575 feet east of the intersection of CR 20 and
State Highway 85. The US 85 PEL (Planning and Environmental Linkage Study) proposes that this
intersection be converted to Right In Right Out in the future (i.e. only northbound traffic on Hwy 85 can exit
onto CR 20 and CR 20 traffic can only exit onto Hwy 85 North).
Per Sec. 8-14-30, an Access Permit is required for access to Weld County maintained roadways. We
strongly encourage you to discuss your access with Public Works prior to laying out your site plan to ensure
the approved accesses are compatible with your layout. Per Sec. 24-8-40, when feasible, there shall be no
net increase in the number of accesses to a public road. Minimum access spacing are shown in Weld
County Code, Sec. 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 20 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 site map or plat the future and existing right-of-way (along with the documents creating the
existing right-of-way) and the physical location of the road. If the right-of-way cannot be verified it shall be
dedicated or reserved per Weld County Code. Pursuant to the definition of setback in the Weld County
Code, Sec. 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.
Currently, County Road 20 intersects with Hwy 85 in a T -intersection. The US 85 PEL (Planning and
Environmental Linkage Study) proposes that this intersection be converted to Right In Right Out in the
future (i.e. only northbound traffic on Hwy 85 can exit onto CR 20 and CR 20 traffic can only exit onto Hwy
85 North).
Per, Sec. 8-13-30.6, 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.weldgov.comidepartments/publicworks/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 (2014) on CR 20 counted 229 vpd with 33% trucks. The 85th percentile speed is 48 mph.
The traffic information submitted with the application materials indicated that for weekly practices there will
be approximately 15-20 truck/horse trailer roundtrips and for seasonal weekend events there will be an
average of approximately 300 spectator and participant vehicle roundtrips. 80 % of the traffic will be going
to the west to access Highway 85 and 20% of the traffic will be going to the east.
No additional traffic information is needed at this time.
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 ft. 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. Tracking control for unmaintained public right-of-way is required just prior to entering publicly
maintained roadways. A variance request for alternatives to the tracking control requirement can be
submitted to Public Works for review and consideration.
This site requires double cattle guards and 100 ft. of road base or road base on all driving surfaces.
IMPROVEMENTS AND ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Public Works is requesting an Improvements and Road Maintenance Agreement for dust control, damage
repairs to specified haul routes, and triggered off -site improvements.
Improvements/Road Maintenance Agreement: An example agreement is available at:
https://www.welddov.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server 6/File/Departments/Public%20Works/DevelopmentR
eview/USR-SPR-Permits%201mprovements%20Agreement%20Template.pdf. It will detail the approved
travel routes, outline when off -site improvements will be triggered, and include a maintenance agreement
for the travel routes.
DRAINAGE REQUIREMENTS
This area IS within an Urbanizing Drainage Area: Urbanizing Drainage Areas typically require detention of
runoff from the 1 -hour, 100 -year, storm falling on the developed site and release of the detained water at
the historic runoff rate of the 1 -hour, 5 -year storm falling on the undeveloped site for URBANIZING areas.
Detention pond waived and a simple drainage narrative:
The applicant has submitted a drainage narrative stating that the site meets drainage exception 11. An
individual parcel with an unobstructed flow path and no other parcel(s) between the Federal Emergency
Management Administration (FEMA) regulatory floodplain channel and the project. Located in Sec. 8-11-
40. Drainage Policy.
It has been determined that the site does not qualify for this drainage exception. Therefore, a revised
drainage narrative that includes a qualifying exception to stormwater detention OR a preliminary drainage
report and detention pond design completed by a Colorado Licensed Professional Engineer is required.
Historic Flows:
The applicants will be required to maintain the historic drainage flows and run-off amounts that exist from
the property.
GRADING PERMIT
A Weld County Grading Permit will be required if disturbing more than 1 acre. Grading Permit applications
are accepted after the planning process is complete (plan 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 an Engineering
representative from the Public Works for more information.
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 triggered off -site improvements at
this location. Road maintenance includes, but is not limited to, dust control and damage repair to
specified travel routes. The Agreement may include provisions addressing engineering requirements,
submission of collateral, and testing and approval of completed improvements. (Department of Public
Works)
B. A Drainage Narrative with a qualifying exception OR a preliminary Drainage Report and Certification of
Compliance stamped and signed by a Professional Engineer registered in the State of Colorado is
required. (Department of Public Works)
C. The plan shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. County Road 20 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 site map or plat the future and existing right-of-way (along with the
documents creating the existing right-of-way) 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.
(Department of Public Works)
2. Show and label the approved permitted access locations, approved access width and the
appropriate turning radii on the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
3. Show and label the approved tracking control on the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
4. 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. (Department of Public Works)
5. If applicable, 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 volume.
(Department of Public Works)
6. Show and label the drainage flow arrows. (Department of Public Works)
7. Show and label the parking and traffic circulation flow arrows showing how the traffic moves around
the property. (Department of Public Works)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (NOTES ON THE SITE PLAN)
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. (Department of Public Works)
2. The access to the site shall be maintained to mitigate any impacts to the public road, including damages
and/or off -site tracking. (Department of Public Works)
3. There shall be no parking or staging of vehicles on public roads. On -site parking shall be utilized.
(Department of Public Works)
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. (Department of Public Works)
5. The Property Owner shall comply with all requirements provided in the executed Improvements
Agreement. (Department of Public Works)
6. The Improvements Agreement for this site may be reviewed on an annual basis, including a site visit
and possible updates. (Department of Public Works)
7. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts on the site will be maintained. (Department of Public
Works)
8. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of onsite drainage related features. (Department
of Public Works)
WELD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
1555 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 www.weldhealth.org
Memorandum
To: Michael Hall
From: Lauren Light, Environmental Health Services
Date: November 17, 2020
Re: USR20-0032 Mauro Ruiz
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site -Specific
Development Plan and Use by Special Review for an Animal Training Facility and
Commercial Roping Arena in the A (Agricultural) Zone District outside of subdivisions
and historic townsites.
According to the application, the applicants are requesting to have up to 600 people
utilize the arena during events which are held on weekends. Practices will occur
Monday through Friday and could have up to 50 people in attendance. Employees,
volunteers and patrons must have access to potable water, restrooms and hand
washing facilities. The applicant is proposing to use portable toilets and bottled water.
Portable toilets are acceptable for facilities that are utilized 6 months or less per year in
accordance with EH policy. If the use of the arena exceeds 6 months, then a
permanent water source and an on -site wastewater system (OWTS) must be installed.
The existing well cannot be used for commercial use unless it is repermitted.
The existing house is served by an individual domestic well (312836) and an OWTS
permitted for 3 bedrooms (SP -0300196).
Dust will be controlled with a water truck. Trash containers will be set around the arena
and then emptied in a dumpster which will be disposed of by Waste Connections.
All food vendors and food preparations must adhere to the Colorado Retail Food
Establishment Rules and Regulations.
There will be two loudspeakers for announcements and music. The application
indicates noise will be monitored with a noise meter. Noise is restricted to the
residential limit and is measured 25 feet from the property line.
Health Administration
Vital Records
lot: 9/0 304 6410
Fax: 9/0-301-64 1'2
Public Health 8
Clinical Services
cic: 9/0 304 6420
Fax: 9/0-304-64 16
Environmental Health
Services
Tele:970-304-6415
Fax: 970-304-6411
Communication,
Education 8 Planning
Tele: 970-.304-6470
Fax: 970-304-6452
Emergency Preparedness
8 Response
Te le: 970-304-6470
Fax: 970 304-6452
Public Health
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
development standards:
1. Animal and feed wastes, bedding, debris and other organic wastes shall be
disposed of so that vermin infestation, flies, odors, disease hazards, and
nuisances are minimized.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls
fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential
nuisance conditions. The applicant shall operate in accordance with Chapter 14,
Article 1 of the Weld County Code.
5. 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.
6. This facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in in the
Residential Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S.
7. Adequate drinking, hand washing, and toilet facilities shall be provided for
employees and patrons of the facility at all times. Temporary uses that are
utilized for a time period of six months or less, 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 public view.
8. Sewage disposal for the facility shall be by an on -site wastewater treatment
system. Any system located on the property must comply with all provisions of
the Weld County Code, pertaining to On -site Wastewater Treatment Systems. A
permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary
purposes. The well permitted as 312836 cannot be used unless it is repermitted
for commercial use.
9. The applicant shall comply with Colorado Retail Food Establishment Rules and
Regulations governing the regulation of food service establishments.
10. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
Michael Hall
From : David Burns
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2021 1 :32 PM
To: Michael Hall
Subject: RE: USR20-0032 & USR20-0038
Follow Up Flag : Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
Hi Michael —
OEM will require an EAP for both of these projects . Our facility template can be found at
https : //www .weldgovicom/UserFiles/Servers/Server 6/ File/Departments/OEIV'lf LEPC FacilityEmergencyActionPlan . doc
Can you add me to the referral emails moving forward ? OEM also utilizes Accela for Oil and Gas project review and
approvals . Not sure if this will help too .
Please let me know if there is anything else, I can assist with .
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From : Michael Hall < mhallweldgov. com >
Sent : Tuesday, January 26, 20214 : 14 PM
To: David Burns <dburnsweldgov. com>
Subject : USR20-0032 & USR20-0038
Hi David,
Would OEM like to see that an EAP be a requirement prior to operation for two separate, pending USRs for commercial
rodeo/roping facilities? USR20 -0032 ( Ruiz) and USR20 -0038 ( Barton Land and Cattle, Inc . ) .
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I included a default condition in both staff reports for an EAP but I' m not sure that is necessary. See the highlighted text
in the attached staff reports . Check page 2 of the reports for the case summary . Please confirm what OEM wants and I
will go with that.
Thank you !
Michael Hall
Planner II
1555 N 17th Ave
Greeley, CO 80631
(970) 400-3528
mhall@co .weld . co. us
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November 9, 2020
Michael Hall
Weld County Planning Department
Transmitted via email :
mhall@weldgov. com
RE: Mauro Ruiz - A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit
Case No . USR20 -0032
Part of the SW 1 , Sec . 17, T2N , R66W, Sixth P. M. ( Lot A RE- 3843 )
Water Division 1 , Water District 2
Dear Mr. Hall,
The Applicant is requesting a Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for
an Animal Training Facility and Commercial Roping Arena in the A (Agricultural ) Zone District
This referral does not appear to qualify as a "subdivision " as defined in Section 30 -28- 101 ( 10) (a ) ,
C . R . S . Therefore, pursuant to the State Engineer' s March 4 , 2005 and March 11 , 2011 memorandums
to county planning directors , this office will only perform a cursory review of the referral information
and provide informal comments . The comments do not address the adequacy of the water supply
plan for this project or the ability of the water supply plan to satisfy any County regulations or
requirements . In addition , the comments provided herein cannot be used to guarantee a viable
water supply plan or infrastructure, the issuance of a well permit , or physical availability of water .
A proposed water supply was not provided , however a copy of well permit no . 312826 was included
in the referral material .
Well permit no . 312836 was issued on March 22 , 2019 pursuant to 5 37- 92 - 602 (3 ) ( b ) ( I ) C . R . S . for a
9 . 45 acre parcel known as Lot A of the Recorded Exemption RE- 3843 , for the replacement and change
in source of the original well no . 252117 . The well is currently permitted to be used for ordinary
household purposes inside three (3 ) single family dwellings , the watering of up to 15 of the user's
own domestic animals , and the irrigation of not more than 16, 400 square feet of home gardens and
lawns . In addition , well permit no . 312836 is permitted to withdraw up to 1 . 91 acre -feet of ground
water from the nontributary Laramie- Fox Hills aquifer. Our records show that well no . 312836 was
not constructed , however this permit is valid until March 22 , 2021 .
As permitted well permit no. 312836 cannot be used to serve the proposed business on the property .
If the applicant plans to use well no. 312836 for commercial use, watering of domestic animals owned
by others or the watering of more than 15 of the user' s own domestic animals or livestock, a well
permit allowing for such use must first be obtained . The ability for the Applicant to obtain a well
permit , and the allowed uses , will be determined at the time that a well permit application is
submitted to and reviewed by the State Engineers Office.
1313 Sherman Street, Room 821 , Denver, CO 80203 P 303 .866 . 3581 www.colorado.gov/water
Jared S. Polls, Governor I Dan Gibbs, Executive Director I Kevin G . Rein , State Engineer/ Director
Mauro Ruiz - A Site Specific Development Plan and Use By Special Review Permit
November 9, 2020
Page 2 of 2
If you , or the applicant , have any questions please contact loana Comaniciu at 303 - 866- 3581 x8246.
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'Joanna Williams , P . E .
Water Resource Engineer
Ec : Referral No . 27415
Permit no . 312836
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