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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20202498.tiffMariah Higgins From: Sent: To: Subject: Attachments: Jim Flesher Wednesday, August 12, 2020 7:51 AM CTB Draft Town of Severance Comprehensive Plan Update Online draft Svrnc comp plan 8-6-20.pdf Good morning: Please provide the attached to the BOCC as a communications item. See also below. Thanks, Jim From: Abdul Barzak Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 11:15 AM Subject: Draft Updates to 2020 Comprehensive Plan - Stakeholders Hello all; The Stakeholder Meeting for the Severance 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update was originally scheduled on July 28, 2020. Due to a regional internet outage the meeting was cancelled. In lieu of the meeting we have draft updates to the 2020 Comprehensive Plan Draft as well as other information available for review on our website. Please visit www.townofseverance.org/planning/pages/comprehensive-plan for more information. At the bottom of the page you will find links to Current Comprehensive Plan as well as the current 2020 Comprehensive Plan Draft. Comments on the Comprehensive Plan can be emailed to me. Please email comments no later than August 19, 2020. If you would like to set up a meeting with Community Development please call 970-381-7376. Thank you, Abdul Barzak Assistant Town Planner 3 South Timber Ridge Parkway PO Box 339 Severance, CO 80546 970-686-1218 Mon. - Fri. 8am - Noon, 1pm — 5pm C o -f- n S o g/ i 7/20 1 2020-2498 COVER TABLE OF CONTENTS Vision and Goals PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION Pages 3 - 1 1 MAPS & APPENDICES Plan identifies the Guiding Principles, The vision and goals portion of the Comprehensive Plannin Influences, and Community Design Values. Community Vision, Existing g Land Use Plans and Policies Pages 12-17 f He Comprehensive Plan begins to identify zoning The Land Use Plans and Policies portion op areas and specific land uses and visions for these areas. Implementation Pages 17-27 Comprehensive Plan addresses how the Future Land Use The Implementation Portion of the Corp tilties, Map and associated zoning wi ll be reflected in various aspects of the Town such as u open space, and transportation. Appendices and Maps Pages 28 - 35 Many sections of the Comprehe nsive Plan refer to maps located in the appendices. 2 COVER INTRODUCTION PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES .4 W TOWN OF��L St VERAN CE The Town of Severance ("Town" or "Severance") is a small but vibrant community that sits in an ideal location from many standpoints. The Town is located in Weld County approximately 50 miles north of the Denver Metro area and centrally located between the major Northern Colorado cities of Fort Collins, Loveland, and Greeley which allows easy access for both work and play. The town limits cover an area of nearly 4,300 acres. Severance was established as a statutory town in 1920 and has since grown from 40 residents to an estimated 7,300 friendly people today. The Town began as an agricultural hub in Northern Colorado and in the last decade it has grown and evolved into a wonderful bedroom community for people to raise their families while maintaining the unique character of a rural town surrounded by agricultural producers and open lands. Today, Severance's residents have access to a burgeoning commercial core, parks and trail systems, schools, and other important public services. All of these characteristics make Severance a great place to live, do business, and visit. In 2020, Severance's 100th -year as an incorporated Town, the Town developed Severance: Hometown Vision, hereafter referred to as "The Plan, a combination of the Town of Severance 2020 Comprehensive Plan Update, the Town's Land Use Code, and other governing documents that form the basis of future land use planning and development in Severance. While it is obvious that land planning and development has profound impact on the physical terrain within and surrounding Severance, it is also recognized that there are other important elements of the community such as open space, water resources, transportation, culture, and heritage that are influenced by growth, and these must also be addressed. The plan recognizes and respects private property rights while acknowledging the appropriate balance between these rights, and the impact on health, safety, and welfare, for both existing and future residents of the Town, as well as the infrastructure requirements to adequately serve future development. The Plan aims to create a pragmatic, user-friendly comprehensive plan and development code combined with processes that foster creativity and economic prosperity. Due to the unique characteristics of the plan, it is highly recommended that those interested in planning and development in Severance thoroughly read the documents in order to fully understand the processes and procedures employed, as well as the role of the property owner, Town government and citizens in the process. The Comprehensive Plan is an attempt to depict a version of our community at some point in the future. The Town recognizes that growth and development are constantly influenced by innumerable factors occurring in real time, which creates an inherent tension between the static plans described in this plan and the dynamic aspects of future growth and development. The success of The Plan is dependent on a thorough understanding and adherence to the following ideals: 3 COVER PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION • The Guiding Principles (pg. 3) • The Community Vision (pg. 4) • Existing Planning Influences (pg. 5) • Community Design Values (pg. 7) MAPS & APPENDICES • SEVERANCE community vision is implemented by following the GUIDING The ultimate objective of the com y mall town PRINCIPLES and the CO MMUNITY DESIGN VALUES resulting in creating a unique s that is af fordable, sustainable, attractive and a great place to live. utilizec by both the Planning Commission and Board of The Plan is a tool that is meant to be AND decisions within the Town. The Trustees as the basis for any land use GUIDING PRINCIPLES be the foundation for future land use code updates. It should VISIONS in this document will to is intended to be updated every 5-7 years and that changes be understood that The Plan update. and other governing documents may occur between the next p the Land Use Code GUIDING PRINCIPLES that establish the framework for its The Plan is founded upon a group of Guiding Principles implementation. All policies, procedures, planning dures(annin = and development shall be structured to ' � s. All property owners, developers, town officials, and conform to these Guiding PnnGiple p p Y o ther interested parties including existingc,nd future residents shall recognize the importance and re to them to effectively plan, review, develop and o f these Guiding Principles Severance. Thes Guiding Principles are intended to establish manage growth in responsibilities between property owners/developers, roles and collaborative relationships, Town officials and the public. 1.PROPERTY OWNER/DEVELOPER A. Land Use changes should be initiated by the property owner, recognizing the Statutory rights that are possessed by the Town. use changes shall align with The Plan, policies and procedures. B. Proposed land g C. Proposedland g that use changes should include creative and unique plans support the vision of the plan changes must address community values, services, water D. Proposed land use c g resources and infrastructure. E. In the event a proposed project does not align with the Future Land p Use Map ado pted ted with The Plan, changes may be initiated by the proposed property owner ro if osed amendments are consistent with the Guiding Principles and Community Design Values. The process of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment is defined 4n more detail in the Town Land Use Code and is a requirement for any deviation from The Plan p It is the property owner's responsibility to become an integral part of the F to establish long-term relationships with the Town officials. process and g 4 COVER PLANS & POLICIES 2. TOWN OFFICIALS IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES TOWN OF SEVER4N'tt A. The Plan, policies and procedures shall be clearly stated, easily understood, accessible, and administered in the spirit of collaboration. B. Policies and procedures shall promote and foster creativity and quality. C. Policies and procedures shall support the Town's fiscal responsibility. D. The Plan and subsequent policies and procedure shall foster and promote responsible economic activity through various methods including a detailed incentive policy and a reasonable planning prccess. E The Plan and subsequent policies and procedures shall balance community values, services, and infrastructure with private property rights. 3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION A. Public Participation is welcomed, encouraged and valued. B. Public participation is intended to be constructive and to aid proposed land use changes to better align with the principles, policies, and procedures of The Plan. C Public participation can vary in engagement depending on the differing steps of the land u,e process. The Comprehensive Plan process is intended to be the point in which an engaged Citizenry can have major input on the principles, policies, and procedures of The Plan and its vision for Severance's future. Once adopted, the Planning Commission and Board are obligated to govern based&on the Plan and Land Use Code,which may be updated based on chang- es to the Plan. Where possible, the Town encourages direct collaboration between existing property owners and proposed development. COMMUNITY VISION The Plan describes the future physical, cultural and economic elements of our community based on certain influences of the present as well as expec-ations over the next several years. As this comprehensive plan is implemented and matures, it is anticipated that circumstances will arise that may influence the fulfillment of our community vision. However, The Plan has been intentionally crafted to address present conditions as well as offer the flexibility needed to achieve the dynamic hometown vision of the future. 5 COVER PLANS & POLICIES VISION STATEMENT: PHYSICAL Severance will remain a small town with a strong vibrant commercial and town core surrounded by sub -urban residential neighborhoods. Beyond the sub -urban perimeter, the pattern of development will be predominately large lot rural residential subdivisions and a mix of agricultural land uses. A few development nodes as shown on the future land use map in orange may arise along surrounding major highways. These four zoning categories will interface with future industrial uses as well as the future open space and civic development that may occur. This area will need more detail based on our discussion during Land Use Plans and Policies There is a priority for adequate open space with each development as well as a regional sys- tem of Trails and Natural areas. All of this is represented in the series of maps associated with The Plan. These maps illustrate both existing zoning and land use (pg. XX) and the proposed future land use map (pg. XX). Th4interaction of varying land uses will be handled through criteria in both The Plan and the subsequent policies and procedures adopted by the Town. Severance also recognizes the historically agricultural background of the area and intends to maintain this through the allowance of Large-scale commercial agricultural operations as well as the continued implementation of small-scale agricultural operations and Town sup- ported heritage programs. Weld County's right to farm statement defines the priority for agricultural production within much of the Town's Growth Management Area. While the Town does not have oversight of county land, it will maintain an active and open dialogue with county officials and landown- ers to collaboratively encourage compatible land uses. This interaction will mainly be ac- complished through the existing Coordinated Planning Agreement between the two entities (on file at Town Hall). IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES 6 COVER PLANS & POLICIES VISION STATEMENT: CULTURAL IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES Severance will remain a family -oriented town that encourages interaction between neighbors, businesses and civic services. Frequent community events,: collaboratively spon- sored and organized, will promote Severance as a great place to live, do business or vis- it. The Town will continue to promote arts, culture and heritage through these community events as well as future partnerships or programs that may become available. The Town will also promote the value of using and protecting Severance's vital outdoor resources and amenities including open space, trails, a d Following the completion of the Community Park there may be the creation of a Parks Re IllGtolture Department that will continue to foster these goals. VISION STATEMENT: ECONOMIC Severance will be an economically -sustainable community by guiding growth and development according to our physical and cultural visions. Collaboration between the Chamber of Commerce, other local businesses, and the Town will be critical in accomplishing this goal. The Plan fosters business growth by encouraging policies and practices that support diverse uses and flexibility. Informed infrastructure requirements and fees, combined with straightforward, streamlined processes are essential for strong economic development. This includes policies and fees designed to cover new users' fair share of water and stormwater services and infrastructure. Severance acknowledges the necessity of residential development in the creation of a sustainable economic environment. Beginning with Home -Based Businesses as defined in the Land Use Code and continuing up to the potential for future large-scale economic development, The Plan and subsequent policies and procedures intend to create a standard for commercial and industrial development that not only supports the Town financially, but adheres to the Community Design Values and land use code requirements. 7 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COVER VISION & GOALS PLANS & POLICIES EXISTING PLANNING INFLUENCES IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES et SE11NAiiCE The Plan is based on several physical conditions such as the Severance G way, a series major Highway through the town center, and diverse of irrigation ditches, lack of a m � g y may g These conditions change and influenced our community vision. topography that have - -physical changes will impact the cultural and potentially modify the vision. If this occurs, the - red vision; and these impacts should also be considered economic elements of the community with any change e to physical conditions. 1. GROWTH MANAG EMENT BOUNDARY (map on pg. 9) Town's projected area of growth. It is defined A Growth Management Boundary is the plan with neighboring agencies as well as to help guide in order for the Town to better g nt communities. Areas within the Town's Growth Management annexation between different Area are not under Town jurisdiction land use decisions. but are considered when: aking la 2. GEOGRAPHIC basin which creates a relatively narrow valley Severance is nestled in a large drainage 29 . The - significant flood lain(Geographic Features map pg.)also associated with a p . that is Severance Greenway, this valley offers a regionally unique sense floodplain creates the Beyond the ridges floodplain influences development opportunities. y of place, while the . Ilia hills spotted with natural lakes and man-made reservoirs. forming the valley are gently rolling p Some lakes or reservoirs .r and Windsor rvoirs of significance include Franklin Lake, Loop Reservoir , opportunities such as irrigation sources, and areas of Reservoir which all provide a variety of oppo including n. A series of irrigation ditches run through Severance, inc g existing or potential recreatio g all of which but not limited to the Eaton Di tch, John Law Ditch, and Larimer County Canal interact with proposed development. 3. TRANSPORTATION south the Town is bounded on the north, west and by three major state highways: HWY14 to and HWY257 on the west. North -south through roadways the North, HWY 392 on the South, _ through limited to Weld County Road 23 and east west g connecting State Highways are WCR21 is another to East Harmony Rd (Weld County Road 74). roadways are also limited State Highway that conveys much of the residential traffic between g major north south arterial y (Road nce GMA and WCR74. Through this network 392 at the south end of the Severance g arterials and a number of residential connector/ of intersectin Network map on page 30) .. oods is conveyed in and out of Town. The Great collector streets, traffic from neighborhoods y pedestrian linkage which runs through the Severance Greenway and Western Trail is a major g to the east. Severance to boTh Fort Collins to the west and Eaton will eventually connect r possible. Concurrent residential development connects to this trail where Currently, adjacent tion Master Plan that with this update of the Plan the Town will be completing a Transporta will assist in clarifying existingtraffic conditions and future improvements. (section continued on page 10) . 8 • Al all arm nnsrs Sul" 1 COVER PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION 4. PARKS AND RECREATION/OPEN SPACE approximately 2 miles north of Hwy 1 major Running from Hwy 392 northward to envisioned to . identified as the Severance Greenway. This is drainage way and flood plain that offers oft road trails, recreation and open space area become an extensive park, opportunities. active andpassive parklands, and other open space pp wildlife corridors, between their transportation Development s should consider multi -modal connectivity networks and the Severance Greenway. The Town currently has the majority of its parks • The primary parks include Lakeview, Blue Spruce, through residential development. Summit View, and The Overlook. The Town is also currently Karen Suman, Brownell, d northwest of the developing 35 acres of a future 90 -acre community park locate . t e Great Wester rail. This community interse ction of WCR23 and WC72 and adjacent pa rk will serve as an anchor to the Severance parks d trails network and be a pivotal community gathering space s ace for Town events. MAPS & APPENDICES the lar e central community park and the Through the series of smaller neighborhooa parks, g the connecting trails, the Town provides reason able access to facilities and open space. As out the existing network must be considered, Town continues to build rk network(Park Network improved as needed and designed to connect to the overall pa p Map on page 31). 5. UTILITIES approximately 3,000 acres of the town's Severance's potable water service area covers pp - people providedpotable water to approximately 2,954 p p 4,300 -acre area and as of 2016, - AF of treated water to Page 32 in 2016 Se. racce delivered 456.2 Water District Map, Pag 7was 120.8. (see at atons per capita per day its water customers and average resident g 20 years and nearly a 20% annual growth rate over the past Severance has experienced to over 4,900 by the year 2026. it for the service area is estimated growto future resident population verance's residents who reside within is estimated that approximately 20-25% of Se , Management Boundary are not serviced by the Town's the town boundary and/or Growth served directly Typically, potable water services. Typ , these residents have their own wells or are Y by North Weld County Water District (NWCWD). allon treated -water storage tanks and a Severan ce's water facilities include two 500,000 g fire protection, daily operating levels, and emergency um station that provide water forthe pump p such as a secondary point of connection to water storage. System improvements in the tank for drought resiliency are anticipated NWCWD system and an additional storage described in later portions (Pages future. Severance's water -related priorities are Plan of the Efficiency Plan. 10 COVER PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES Sanitary sewage is treated in an existing town -operated treatment plant and also transported in a main trunk line to a regional treatment plant in Windsor. These combined facilities have the capacity to treat effluent equivalent to a residential population of approximately 10,000 people or 4,300 households. These facilities are easily accessible to serve the town core and sub -urban perimeter. Severance South Subdivision, which lies at the southern border of the Town, along with other projected development may prompt the installation of a secondary trunk line that will be treated by the Windsor Treatment Plant. This would have considerable impact on the capacity within Me Sub -urban Perimeter and Town Core land use areas. Beyond these areas of urban and sub -urban land uses are several subdivisions using individual sewage disposal systems (septic) for wastewater treatment. Within the boundaries of the Future Land Use Map, potable water, electricity, gas and other utilities are available through other providers or the town. Additionally, the Saddler Ridge Subdivision located north of Highway 14 currently operates its own Sanitary Treatment facility and there is the potential for future expansion to serve the adjacent Development Node Land Uses. The potential for a sewer extension that would primarily serve development at the intersection of WCR74 and HWY257 is in early stages of development. The completion of this sewer project would enable the development node zoning of this area to be fulf lied. COMMUNITY DESIGN VALUES Design elements define a community and the fulfillment of The Plan is achievable by e mphasizing certain community_. design values while leaving other design decisions up to the property owners. Supportinraniii maintaining good design also requires sound management. Therefore, developments must include interim and ultimate property management plans with all development proposals.Community Design Values will apply to design elements such as community entryways, major roadways, subdivision perimeters, subdivision entryways, internal fencing, connectivity throughways, park improvements, o pen space, internal roadway design, residential lot layout, landscaping, setbacks, and commercial architecture. Each zoning has different design values and will be discussed in later portions of The Plan (pgs 14-18) . These limited Community Design Values are also described in the accompanying Land Use Codes. In addition to Design Values located in the Land Use Code there is the use of Corridor Planning or Design Overlays to provide additional control to certain areas of Town. Intergovernmental agreements with neighboring communities help to coordinate design at the intersection of jurisdictions or along major shared corridors. Severance will be an economically sustainable community by growing and developing according to our physical and cultural visions. The Plan fosters business growth by e ncouraging policies and practices that support diverse uses and flexibility. Reasonable infrastructure requirements and fees, combined with straightforward, streamlined processes are essential for strong economic development. Economic development will be strengthened and complimented by supporting and encouraging residential developments that portray Severance as a unique community in the region . Rural character is a strong factor in Severance's identity. The Plan would support continued 11 COVER VISION & GOALS IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES agricultural uses of land within the Town's Growth Management Area, should there be a Changing land use from agricultural use to other more desire of landowners to do so g g a pattern under the newplan. The Future Land Use map depicts intensive uses is expected outside that supports the continuation of rural character developments of development pp infrastructure. More r practically served by certralized sewer treatment i the areas that are between this rural - development sub -urban development intensive will become the transition betty pattern and the town core. FIRST SKETCH DRAFT OF DRAWING. AERIAL VIEW OF TOWN DETAIL AND DIGITALLY RENDER. Pal* leCtEaTitai. _ .. itelbsPtnt'- iera' FUTURE LAND USE PLAN review proposed land use changes within the Growth Th - .�� �� includes a process to p p e will be Area. Any proposal for changing land uses in or around Severance d • gement p p 'e valuated based upon the following (Future Land Use Map on pg. 13): - The desires of the property owner; - Conformance with the Future Land Use Plan; Infrastructure available or obtaincble to serve the property; - Water resource availability and commitment to water efficient development practices; - Adherence to Vision Guiding Principles; - Conformance with Community Design Values, and; - Overall alignment between the proposed land use change and the physical, cultural and economic vision statements of The Plan. - Consideration for the impacts on existing residents. IFFERENT ZONING £ DD 12 COVER VISION & GOALS PA FUTURE LAND USE MAP LEGEND SUBURBAN PERIMETER Crowe' Weagrs -a /ewe -Le a sweep To un Boundary Rural Prudential Conservalrm/Agncukure IN Saute PSnellnde Me De.brapnein Node and Pestritted tndustnal T61/14 Cat IMPLEMENTATION N a� Severance Greenwey corridor E Humans Paid and tst Scree .yprndor PlMnmy Areas Transition Area Between :onlnQ DKtncts MAPS & APPENDICES FUTURE LAND USE MAP 1 3 COVER VISION & GOALS FUTURE LAND USE CATEGORIES IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES to be for various is intended to show the areas that appear of The Future Land Use Plan map identifies four (4) categories . The Plan and accompanying are patterns ofdevelopment ion of each. In addition, other areas and loosely identifies the distribution -� industrial, development may accommodate industrial, light in within "Corridor Planning Areas that adjacent to shown lexible nature of The Plan, lines commercial, retail or other uses. Given the �- specific to properties, land uses and are intentionally no+ p undeveloped land delineate other to identify the general tannin influences, but are placed features, infrastructure or other planning h proposal in these between land uses are anticipated. Eac p p area where transitions suitable future land use for that be evaluated to determinemost transitional areas will the use changes clearly inside the proposal is made. Proposed land g property at the time p p n but said alteration must be categories may request alterations to the Pla designated to reflect these changes. cce justified and if accepted, the Plan shall be updated p The following describes the general characteristics of each category: The ar�of town wh ere commercial, residential and mixed -use 1. TOW RE: extension of these land uses. has already occurred or is a reasonable has a development sewer, water and other utilities, Typically, this cornea is served by centralized are servicing the businesses along with civic uses that roadway network in place, and has diverse center of re is intended to be the vibrant and surrounding residents. The Town Co �this zoning category to describe the characteristics of Town and the images below begin � corridor tans and the with more specific codes and criteria located in both the overlaid p Severance Land Use Code. 14 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COVER VISION & GOALS PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES J TOWN OAKE SEVL 2. SUB- URBAN (OR SUBURBAN) PERIMETER: Surrounding the town core are areas of predominately residential subdivisions. These areas are also served by centralized sewer, water and roadway networks. The Future Land Use map identifies the existing sub -urban development as well as areas that could be served by extending infrastructure to them. The sub -urban perimeter is limited by the existing sewer and water service capacities. 1 5 COVER VISION & GOALS PLANS & POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION COMPREHENSIVE PLAN SEVERANCE rENNip, MAPS & APPENDICES ntial developments with possible limited These areas are expected to be primarily reside single land use within the suburban perimeter is g commercial uses included. The predominant perimeter treatment and adequate open space are prioritized. family residential and located in the Land Use Code. Images below descri be these values and further criteria are to Projects along a Severance corridor plan will conform to the associated standards . 1. • ill, • --\,( 4-4 Jp•r� s a JOk -perimeter are lands that are intended for rural 3,_ � L RESIDENTIAL: Beyond the Sub Urban have centralized water but are not served by central residential use. These areas may • � are three zoning sub -categories listed below. se e r, Within the Rural Residential zoning there -development in thisplanning area is intended to be large R�R��. RESIDENTIAL ESTATE fined lot residential subdivisions with a pre- determined number of acres per lot comb with the limitations � of infrastructure that may be accessible or obtainable. - be within or outside the rural residential area. RURAL RESIDENTIAL AGRICULTURE May •development is intended to be large lot residential subdivisions Agricultural residential select num component that is either associated with each lot, a with an agricultural of Rural Residential stand- alone agricultural parcel. The designation ber of lots, or is a g requirements that are more clearly explained in the certain Agriculture has Severance Land Use Code. 1 6 COVER r VISION & GOALS IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES TOWN OF EVERANC. RURAL RESIDENTIAL CONSERVATION - The Conservation designation is intended to allow for altered standards of development in exchange for a larger percentage of open space within a rural development. The intention of the Town is to continue to preserve the rural character of the area through designated agricultural open space. Further standards and criteria are set forth in the Land Use Code. tat les A4Iste:sittiapoi,1* 4, r A se ep �• I2 w a toy atir./1144 b rA 0 4. DEVELOPME •DES: The Land Use Map identifies where commercial, mixed -use or urban style development may be appropriate outside and away from the Town Core. The intensity of development will be relative to available or obtainable infrastructure. The planning and design of a development node will take into account the transition of this intensive land use adjacent to the rural residential or Ag residential areas. Within the Development Node zoning there is a sub -category of Industrial which is outlined below. 1 7 SEVEIANCE COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES MAPS & APPENDICES - The Town recognizes the necessity to locate DEVELOPMENTAL NODES INDUSTRIAL intensity n or highway corridors and away from the lower certain land uses alo g maj� g Town Core zoning commercial uses within the Sub -urban Perimeter and residential and areas.d under a different The sub zoning of Industrial allows for these uses to proceed are outlined within the Land Use Code. Images of process and set of standards which d Node zoning both the standard Development and Industrial sub zoning are provide below. . ,• Y ,- •• . ... f , .P b .\e • ': r ti '`•1 test WATER SYSTEM and operates a separate and independent potable The Town of Severance owns, maintains p within the North Weld County Water District (NWCWD). water storage and distribution system feeds water from its treatment facilities through a mainline that NWCWD currently delivers tanks water is Town -owned and -operated storage tanks. From these two 5C�o, 000 gallon • • Town -owned -operated facilities within the water service area (see distributed through and p to for acquiring its own raw water supplies, which it transfers map). Severance is responsible a g nce's water NWCWD on an annua l basis for treatment and delivery. The majority of Severa supply i Colorado -Big Thompson Project (C -BT), as well as the ncludes potable shares of the Co g North Poudre Irrigation Company (NPIC). The Town also has non -potable shares available an used for irrigation of 4 city parks. The Town's from NPIC and Loup Valley Reservoir Company rates and supply are coordinated through staff from each entity as well as interaction be- tween the Town Board of Trustees and the North Weld County Water District Board. r resources from population growth along the Front Range Increasing pressure on water the Town will water up significantly in the last 20 years. Accordingly, has driven the price of g employ the following strategies the use of existing for securing additional supplies, reducing not a limiting supplies, and ensuring water is factor for the anticipated population growth: // 5. 1 8 COVER ✓ ISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES MAPS & APPENDICES Secure an adequate and reliable water supply for existing and future residents o f the community. o The primary water sources that Severance is considering for future supply are additional C -BT shares, native Poudre river water, and Northern Water's Northern Integrated Supply Project (NISP) which would bring additional water storage and supply to Severance anc other Northern Colorado communities. o The Town is exploring requirements for non -potable water services to future subdivisions, reducing the amount of potable water required for new development. Ensure that local land use planning and weer planning are in line with regional and state land use and water conservation plans and programs, including Colorado's Water Plan. o The Town will identify potential strategies that help meet Colorado's Water Plan measurable objectives as they relate to water conservation and integrating water and land use planning. o The Town will explore adoption of water efficient landscape regulations, including landscape and irrigation sign criteria. Ensure that local land use planning and ration are coordinated with local water planning and regulation. o The Town and NWCWD will work together to expand the two systems to supply the region's growth. System improvements such as a secondary point of connection to the NWCWD system are anticipated in the future. As development continues, the two entities continue to coordinate specific water dedication and system improvements. o The Town will coordinat h NWCWD to identify ways that system devepr�ent connection c rges and water rates can incentivize water efficiency m new development. o The availability of water will have an impact on the development of land uses identified on the Future Land Use Map. Water dedication varies depending on the proposed Land Use and will continue to be a factor for both the Town and NWCWD. The Town will continue to utilize identified goals and activities from its 2017 Water Efficiency Plan as it relates to existing residents and water conservation. 1. TOWN CORE: The Town Core is expected to have higher densities of development and more intense com- mercial land uses such as offices, restaurants, mixed -use, banks, and retail. Increased density in the Town Core will improve the water efficiency by reducing the total water demand per square foot of developed area. Further, the Town Core will be the site of demonstration gar- dens, providing residents examples of more water -efficient landscaping in a high -traffic area. The area is currently within the Severance Water Service Area. 19 COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES MAPS & APPENDICES 2. SUB -URBAN PERIMETER housing for the com nity and is contains the majority of residential its This land use category c will be a minimum of 2 dwelling units Water Service Area. densitiesHousing in the Severance could occur within the sub -urban perimet er but is limited in size and density. e small-scale commercial development per acre. Some Large industries, structures and apartment g and incentivized to Developers and residents will be encouraged buildings are discouraged. p s for outdoor irrigation• possibility of utilizing non -potable water source 3. RURAL RESIDENTIAL within the Town's outer contains low density residential development This land use category development may or may not be within location, existing and new p fringe. Depending on the I devel r districts will provide g Service Area. In some case, o the Severance Water other wate and residents will be Similar to the sub -urban perimeter, developers centralized water. � ilit of utilizing non -potable water encouraged and incentivized to examine the possibility sources for outdoor irrigation. 4. DEVELOPMENT NODES the Severance Water Service Area currently are located outside of The development nodes Id County Water District. and new developmen t will be serviced by the North We R SYSTEM AND & a . NAGED IND VIDU • WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS SANITARY SEWS • ' basin that defines the sewer service area. of Severance s ` - � ithin a confined also transported The Town � �town-operated treatment plant and p a sewer is treated in an existing combined facilities have Sanitary plant in Windsor. These in a main trunk line to a regional treatment 10,000 equivalent to a r.. sidential population of approximately the capacity to treat effluent eq to serve the town core and s. These facilities are 3Ksily accessible people or 4,300 household of urban and sub -urban land uses are several Beyond these areas sub -urban perimeter. y for wastewater All subdivisions using individual wastewater treatment systems treatment.All - � Growth Management Area will be served by centralized develop rr�ent within the Severance g sewer or Town -managed individual wastewater treatment systems. 1. TOW0 CORE densities of development and more intense com mercial land usessuch as re is expected to have higher � The Town The Town Co p rants, mixed -use, banks, and retail. .offices, resTaurants, au ll be served with ,.... the Severance Sanitation Service Area and wi Core is currently within. centralized sewer. 2. SUB -URBAN PERIMETER the majcrity of residential housing for the community. contains This land use category nits er acre. Some small-scale Housing dens ities will be a minimum of 2 dwelling u pis served . within the sub- urban perimeter. The area commercial development could occur b public sewer and is within the Severance Sanitation Service Area Y 20 COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES MAPS & APPENDICES 3. RURAL RESIDENTIALdisfr The intent of rural residential land use is to provide low density development in the outlying areas of the Growth Management Area. These areas are not served by centralized sewer. Individual wastewater treatment systems are allowed per Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment regulations. Individual wastewater treatment systems shall be designed and approved by the Town prior to obtaining approval from Weld County. Approved individual wastewater treatment systems are monitored and managed by the Town of Severance. 4. DEVELOPMENT NODES Depending on the location, some development nodes can be served by the Severance Sanitation Service Area. Other locations will be serviced by other sanitation districts. STORM DRAINAGE SYSTEMS Drainage in the Severance Growth Management Area is generally from north to south and the area is divided by a network of canals, ditches, reservoirs, and creek beds. Storm drainage in Severance is handled on a site -by -site or project -by -project bcsis. Current drainage requirements for new development in Severance follow BMP (Best Management Practices) and established storm management practices. These Best Management Practices are located in the Greeley Design and Construction Standards which have been adopted by the Town of Severance. All new development is required to adhere to these standards and the Town works to address any deficiencies in the drainage system with Capital Projects funded through impact fees. OTHER UTILITIES Within the boundaries of the Future Land Use Map, electricity, gas and other utilities are available through the other providers on page XX. Fiber and wireless high-speed internet providers have been incentivized to expand within the Growth Management area and provide better service to Town residents. Those companies are listed below, and improved Internet will continue to be a priority for the Town. ROADWAY AND PEDESTRIAN NETWORK Severance is settled at the crossroads of county roads 74 and 23. The town is bounded by State Highway 14 to the north, State Highway 392 to the south and State Highway 257 to the west. The Future Land Use Plan Map shows the primary gateway to the Town of Severance at the intersection of State Highway 392 and County Road 23, as well as State Highway 257 and Weld County Road 74. Typically, the existing roadway network is limited to rural county roads spaced on one -mile intervals that correspond to section lines. The Future Land Use Map also indicates that the county roads remain the roadways serving the land uses within the boundaries of the planning area. Each new development will create a system for internal 21 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN a i‘ie SE VEB AN CE COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES circulation. These systems should provide connections to adjacent land uses, where appropriateand include off-street multi -use walkways. , of the four land use categories have differing Based on the Future Land Use Map, each relationship to the will address transportation in relatio p densities and/or intensities so each category Plan which will will be completing a Transportation Master land uses anticipated. The Town the roadway and relationship contemplate the between the Future Land Use Map and pedestrian network. 1. TOWN CORE The center of the Town Core district is located at the intersection of County Road 23 (1st Street) and E Harmony Road (County Road 74/4th Street). Although the roadway network is in place, future improvements to these roads will occur as redevelopment occurs in the downtown area. Street improvements such DS on -street parking, curb and gutter, sidewalks, landscaping and other enhancements will provide a cohesive downtown look and feel. In addition to on -street sidewalks, pedestrian connectivity is achieved via connections to and from the Severance Greenway and the Great Western Trail. The Town will complete a Corridor Plan for both E Harmony Road and County Road_ 23 that will add additional criteria to access and frontage along these major corrictoriThere will also be an E Harmony Road Access Control Plan completed with weld County and Eaton for the corridor between HWY257 (Severance) and WCR39 (Eaton).Sothis to adhere to spacliag anwill d access the Town Core and the proposed land uses w standards in this document. 2. SUB -URBAN PERIMETER provide an internal local street system. New development in the sub -urban perimeter shall - Ne p toperimeter arterial/collector streets and to adja- cent Connector streets will link neighborhoods with curbs, •local streets will typically have paved travel ways, cent properties. At a minimum, lot common areas, and greenbelts will be landscaped. gutters, and sidewalks. Each d contain other perimeter streets shall be landscaped an Con- nector streets and adjacent be utilized. appropriate, water wise landscaping should en- hancements. Where connections will be oriented to the Severance Greenway Internal and perimeter pedestrian condevelopments will m. Pedestrian connectivity to adjoining as a part of the roadway syste on the size of •to be in more than one location, depending be limited but encouraged Harmony Road will characteristics of the land. The Corridor Plan for E Ha y development and e corridor plan will primarily have an impact on port ions of the Sub -urban Perimeter zoning, th p • roadways may also address access and other focus on aesthetic treatments on the arterial y transportation standards. 22 COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES MAPS & APPENDICES SEVERAN C 3. RURAL RESIDENTIAL Typically, the existing roadway network serving the rural residential areas within the GMA is limited to county roads spaced on one -mile intervals. New residential development in this district shall be served by internal, rural local roads, either all-weather or paved, with valley pan gutters or grassy barrow ditches. The perimeter county roads will be re -surfaced and/or widened according to the intensity of each development and need for improvements. Access from perimeter roadways will be limited, depending on the amount of frontage and the density of development. Generally, driveways will not be allowed to load onto perimeter roads. Entryway and perimeter roadway enhancements will be required, in- cluding landscaping, fencing and signage. This is further contemplated in the land use code. Internal pedestrian transportation may be accomplished with wider roads or an internal pedestrian network. Pedestrian connection to adjoining developable properties is also expected but limited. Perimeter pedestrian connectivity will be accomplished by the installation of community pathways that are off the roads but within the ROW. In Rural Residential Conservation Projects reduced standards may be accepted due to a decrease in density and the addition of conservation land. 4. DEVELOPMENT NODES Given the uncertainty of land uses, densities, intensities and other development issues that may be associated with these areas, specific criteria for roadways and pedestrian networks will be tailored to the development proposals for each property. The locations of Development Nodes on the Future Land Use map are typically at or near the intersection of a State Highway. CDOT (Colorado Department of Transportation) will be involved in the development review of properties within the Development Node zoning and located adjacent to HWY257, HWY392, and HWY14. PARK, AND OPEN SPACE The Severance Future Land Use Map depicts a significant "Greenway" running as a central spine from north to south. This Severance Greenway corresponds to the valley discussed in the Vision section of this document and is considered the major com- munity-wide component of Severance's Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan. Other features within the Growth Management Area also offer park, recreation or open space opportunities, either public or private. Based on the Future Land Use Map, three of the four land use categories include portions of the Severance Greenway. Each of these land use categories have differing densities and/or intensities so each category will address parks, recreation and open space in relationship to the land uses anticipated. 23 COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES J TOWN OF ► VE ANt,E heritage in the Rural Residential open space and agricultural g The Town intends to preserven and agricultural development areas of the Futur e Land Use Map through conservatio g further defined on page 26. orridor as well as a Town wa will rovide an important wildlife c The Severance Greenway p natural treatment such as native amen- ity. The cor ridor will in many cases be restored to a moreimproved benefits including habitat restoration and p grass and wetlands which has ancillary - consider connections outside of the Greenway corridor will water quality. Projects proposed ou that promote the exist - wildlife migration and enhancements that accomplish a network of g. r wildlife. Colorado Parks area such as birds, waterfowl, and other ing natural features of the will rovide feedback on pr�poSed and Wildlife will be included in development review a `N p +. development. r AND DIGITALLY RENDER. {INSERT VIEW OF GREENWA DD INITIAL SKETCH DRAFT OF AERIAL 114 C.A+•t• -lr t+--1 Seen Y• trikitm Wrl • • • 1 •t • I 1 1'. 14-14 r rot rent s.4 r +R u rah wx_ 1 — .....c.. �M- • ♦ Sitate SIC i_LT, P: t. rt le bt%e' (1 • IF•t c t!' t . t!-{r-4re , Ltt1 ♦ ♦ AWN CORE through denser development and intense land --- �Town Core a �� is expected to contain be S the this area, new development should Severance reenway runs uses, and the a . New development adjacent to orient ed to facilitate connection to the Greenway. aesthetic also recognize the present and ultimate r overlooking the Greenway should g elements to and/or site and architectural design andpublic values of this space and incorporate compliment these values. • is the Great Western Regional Trail. through the Town Core within the Greenway Also running g the heart of the parks, recreation and open space These combined assets will become en the unique is to these elements will help strength network for Severance. Enhancements Core. characteristics of the Town as well as development in the Town 24 COVER ✓ ISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ar� SEVERANCE IMPLEMENTATION MAPS & APPENDICES 2. SUB -URBAN PERIMETER This category of land use contains the majority of residential housing for the community. These land areas are also split by the Greenway and Trail. Connection -rom new sub -urban perimeter developments to the Greenway and Trail corridor is the highest priority of The Plan with the intent of linking new and existing neighborhoods to this expansive open space area. To this end, major east -west roadways, select internal roadways or off -road trails will be used as connectivity corridors, accommodating vehicular and/or pedestrian access. These connectivity corridors shall be planned to connect to adjoining lands designec to reduce conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles and include aesthetic enhancements. If properly executed, connectivity corridors could satisfy the minimum parks, recreation and o pen space requirements of new developments. The open space minimums set forth in Chapter 16 of the Land Use Code further define open space requirements for Suburban Perimeter Development. 3. RURAL RESIDENTIAL Rural Residential developments are made up of large acreage lots with ample space on e ach lot to accommodate the recreational and open space needs of the owners. Therefore, common areas designed to serve these purposes are not required within the neighborhood. Connection from rural residential lands to the town core is desirable and may recuire o n -road or off -road enhancements for vehicle and/or pedestrian uses. The intent is to provide a network of roadways, sidewalks and trails ultimately linking the outlying neighborhoods to other areas of the community. Each subdivision proposal should include methods to address these connectivity and transportation community values that will potentially satisfy the parks, recreation and enVpace requirements of this comprehensive plan. �` 300 RURALRESIDENTIALCONSERVATION In Rural Residential Conservation Development open space percentages may be met with the required conservation parcel. The intent of the Rural Residential Conservation Development is to maintain rural characteristics and existing wildlife. This can be accomplished in a number of ways and will be determined on a case by case basis. The requirements of conservation development are further contemplated in Chapter 16 of the Land Use Code. 3o. RUR,4L RESIDITIAL AGRICULTURAL Development in the Rural Residential Agricultural zoning will be primarily focused on functioning agriculture and parks and open space may be wcived on c case by case basis. The intent is for larger scale agriculture to be the priority and many of the existing County standards would be mimicked regarding open space. 25 COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES MAPS & APPENDICES 4. DEVELOPMENT NODES Given the uncertainty of land uses, densities, intensities and other development issues that may be associated with these areas. Specific criteria for parks, recreation and open space can be tailored to the development proposals for each property. 4a. DEVELOPMENT NODE INDUSTRIALAs Development Node Industrial Zoning may require addition open space improvements and/or dedication to meet buffering requirements for high impact uses. The requirements of the Development Node Industrial Zoning are further contemplated in Land Use Code Chapter 16. EMERGENCY SERVICES • Windsor -Severance Fire Rescue • Station #2 in Severance, staffed 24/7 • Town of Severance Police Department (Formed in 2018) PUBLIC/PRIVATE UTILITIES • Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association and Excel Energy each provide electricity • Xcel Energy and Atmos Energy provide gas service • There are currently 4 providers of Internet within Town - LightGig Communications - Ascent Broadband (Wireless) - CenturyLink - TDS Telecom • Cable Providers - TDS Telecom SCHOOLS AND EDUCATION • Severance is served by three different school districts: - Eaton RE -2 - Ault -Highland RE -9 - Weld County RE -4 • Weld County RE -4 operates three schools in Severance: - Severance Middle School (2009) - Rangeview Elementary School (2010) - Severance High School (2019) 2 6 COVER VISION PLANS & & GOALS POLICIES OTHER STAKEHOLDERS MAPS & APPENDICES • Loup Reservoir Company - Julie Roth,180 N 8th Street, Windsor CO, loupreservoircompany@gmail.com • Northern Water Conservancy District 220 Water Ave, Berthoud CO 80513, 800-369-7246 • Local Homeowners Associations/Metro Districts - located on page 34 • Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) 10601 W 10th St, Greeley CO 80634, 970-350-2100 • Weld County 1555 N 17th Ave, Greeley< CO 80631 iip Staff still adding to this list. � a steel free to�end suggestions. 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