HomeMy WebLinkAbout20173510.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services
DATE: September 12, 2017
FROM: Hayley Balzano, E.I., Development Engineer
SUBJECT: USR17-0043 Cactus Hill Ranch Co
The Weld County Department of Planning Services -Engineering 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: Asphalt and concrete batch plants, material processing, material stock piles, office,
shop, outdoor truck and employee parking
This project is west of and adjacent to Highway 257 and is south of and adjacent to County Road 80.5.
Parcel number: 070516000054
Drainage Requirements:
Please contact Department of Planning Services/Engineering Development Review for questions or
assistance for drainage requirements at 970-353-6100.
URBANIZING VS NON -URBANIZING DRAINAGE AREA:
This area IS within a Non -Urbanizing Drainage Area:
Non -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, 10 -year
storm falling on the undeveloped site for NON -URBANIZING areas.
Detention Pond summarized in a Drainage Report:
The applicant has submitted a Preliminary Drainage Report for the site. A Final Drainage Report will be
required prior to recording the USR map.
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 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
Planning Department 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, Rik Gay, 303-692-
3575.
Geologic Hazard Area:
This area IS NOT in a Geologic Hazard Area.
Floodplain:
This area IS NOT in a FEMA regulatory floodplain. The drainage report shall be corrected to reflect that the
site is riot in a Zone A floodplain.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. A Final Drainage Report and Certification of Compliance stamped and signed by a Professional
Engineer registered in the State of Colorado is required. (Department of Planning Services -Engineer)
B. The plan shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. The applicant shall show and label the accepted drainage features and drainage flow arrows. Water
quality features or stormwater ponds should be labeled as "Water Quality Feature/Stormwater
Detention, No -Build or Storage Area" and shall include the calculated volume. (Department of
Planning Services -Engineer)
2. Show and label the parking and traffic circulation flow arrows showing how the traffic moves around
the property. (Department of Planning Services -Engineer)
Prior to Construction:
A. If more than one (1) acre is to be disturbed, a Weld County Grading Permit will be required.
(Department of Planning Services -Engineer)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (NOTES ON THE SITE PLAN)
1. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts on the site will be maintained. (Department of Planning
Services -Engineer)
2. Weld County is not responsible for the maintenance of onsite drainage related features. (Department
of Planning Services -Engineer)
MEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services DATE: September 18, 2017
FROM: Evan Pinkham, Public Works
SUBJECT: USR17-0043 Simon Contractors
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 SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT FOR
MINERAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING ASPHALT AND CONCRETE BATCH PLANTS,
MATERIALS PROCESSING (CRUSHING AND SCREENING), MATERIAL STOCK PILES, AN OFFICE, A
SHOP, OUTDOOR TRUCK AND EMPLOYEE PARKING IN THE A (AGRICULTURAL) ZONE DISTRICT.
This project is south of and adjacent to CR 80.5 and is east of and adjacent to Highway 257. Parcel number
070516000054.
Access is from CR 80.5.
ACCESS
An Access Permit application was submitted with the application materials. Public Works will review the
application and provide an access permit and permit number if approved. Questions concerning access
requirements can be directed to Public Works access permit division.
Per Chapter 12, Article 5, Section 12-5-30, 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.
For new accesses and/or change of use of an existing access, the fee and photos are required (photo
looking left and right along roadway from the access point and looking in to and out of the access point).
These photos are used to evaluate the safety of the access location. Access permit instructions and
application can be found at https://www.weldgov.com/departments/public worksipennts/. Chapter 6,
Sections 6.3, 6.4 and 6.5 of the Weld County Engineering and Construction Criteria offer access design
guidance, which can be accessed at: https://www weldgov corn/departments/public works/engineering/.
For shared accesses, Public Works strongly recommends the property owner establish an access road
maintenance agreement so future owners of the properties will be aware of their requirements for shared
maintenance of the access road. This is not a requirement, but is recommended to avoid property owner
conflicts in the future.
Per Chapter 12, Appendix 12A.4.1 of the Weld County Code, 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.
ROADS AND RIGHTS -OF -WAY
County Road 80.5 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map
(Code Ordinance 2017-01) as a(n) local road, which requires 60 feet of right-of-way. The applicant shall
delineate on the site map or plat the future and existing right-of-way and the physical location of the road.
If the right-of-way cannot be verified it shall be dedicated. Pursuant to the definition of setback in the Weld
County Code, Chapter 23, Article III, Section 23-3-50, 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.
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has jurisdiction over all accesses to state highways.
Please contact Tim Bilobran at the Greeley office (970-350-2163) to verify the access permit or for any
additional requirements that may be needed. (State Highway 257)
Weld County will not replace overlapping easements located within existing right-of-way or pay to relocate
existing utilities within the County right-of-way.
TRAFFIC
Latest ADT on CR 80.5 was taken on 8/11/2016 which counted 218 vpd with 13% trucks.
A traffic study was completed to analyze traffic impacts associated with the site. Based on the traffic study,
Public Works has determined that the applicants shall construct off -site improvements to mitigate the impact
of this site. The off -site improvement require is the paving of CR 80.5 from Highway 257 to 50 feet east of
the easternmost access. CDOT has determined that off -site improvements to Highway 257 shall be the
construction of a right deceleration lane, a left deceleration lane and a right acceleration lane.
TRACKING CONTROL POLICY
Per Chapter 12, Appendix 12A.10.1, traffic volumes to the proposed facility may require the installation of
a tracking control device and/or a minimum of four inches of compacted recycled asphalt or aggregate road
base. Tracking control is required to prevent tracking from the site onto public roadways. Minimal standards
are listed below. Temporary Tracking Control shall be used during construction unless permanent tracking
control is installed ahead of construction activities.
More than 10 round truck trips/day (tandem or semi -trucks) or more than 50 round passenger vehicles trips:
• Access onto gravel roads requires a tracking control device and a minimum of 300 feet of recycled
asphalt or road base.
• Access onto paved roads requires either a tracking control device and 100 feet of asphalt OR 300
feet of asphalt.
*Note: Recycled concrete is not allowed in County right-of-way
**Tracking control devices can be double cattle guards or rip rap (6" washed rock)
***Tracking control for unmaintained public right-of-way is required just prior to entering publicly maintained
roadways.
A variance request for alternatives to the above tracking control can be submitted to Public Works for review
and consideration.
IMPROVEMENTS AND ROAD MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Public Works may require an Improvements Agreement for one or all the following reasons:
• Off -Site Public Improvements
• Road Maintenance Agreement
• Construction Maintenance Agreement
• Access Improvements Agreement
An Improvements Agreement is required for sites with required offsite improvements per Chapter 12, Article
V, Section 12-5-60. Collateral is required to ensure the improvements are completed, and maintained.
Improvements/Road Maintenance Agreement: An example agreement is available at:
https://www.weldclov com/UserFiles/Servers/Server 6/File/Degartments/Public%20Works/DevelopmentR
eviewlsprusr.pdf. It will detail the approved haul route(s), outline when offsite improvements will be
triggered, and include a maintenance agreement for the haul routes. Possible mitigations included in the
road maintenance agreement may include but are not limited to: dust control, specified haul routes, damage
repairs, and future improvement triggers.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A. An Improvements and Road Maintenance Agreement is required for offsite improvements at this
location. Road maintenance including, but not limited to dust control, damage repair, specified haul
routes and future traffic triggers for improvements will be included. (Department of Public Works)
B. The plan shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. County Road 80.5 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 on the site plan the existing right-of-way. 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 access(es) (APXX-XXXXX), and the appropriate turning radii (60')
on the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
3. Show the approved Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) access(es) on the site plan
and label with the approved access permit number if applicable. (Department of Public Works)
4. Show and label the approved tracking control on the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
5. Show and label the entrance gate if applicable. An access approach that is gated shall be designed
so that the longest vehicle (including trailers) using the access can completely clear the traveled
way when the gate is closed. In no event, shall the distance from the gate to the edge of the traveled
surface be less than 35 feet. (Department of Public Works)
Prior to Construction:
A. The approved access and tracking control shall be constructed prior to on -site construction.
(Department of Public Works)
Prior to Operation:
A. Accepted construction drawings and construction of the offsite roadway improvements are required
prior to operation. Off -site improvements include asphalt paving of CR 80.5 from Highway 257 to 50
feet east of the easternmost access to the facility. (Department of Public Works)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS (NOTES ON THE SITE PLAN)
1. The property owner shall control noxious weeds on the site. (Department of Public Works)
2. The access on the site shall be maintained to mitigate any impacts to the public road including damages
and/or offsite 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)
WELD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
1555 North 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631 www.weldhealth.org
Memorandum
To: Kim Ogle
From: Ben Frissell, Environmental Health Services
Date: January 4, 2017
Re: USR17-0043 Cactus Hill Asphalt Batch Plant
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for Mineral Resource
Development Facilities including an asphalt and concrete batch plant; materials
processing (crushing and screening), material stock piles, an office, a shop, outdoor
truck and employee parking in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
As indicated in the application, up to 35 employees will utilize the site with 17 being
drivers. Water will be provided by North Weld County Water District and the site will be
serviced by an Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS). Portable toilets and
bottled water will be provided to drivers which is acceptable per policy.
We have no objections to the proposal; however, we do recommend that the following
conditions be part of any approval:
Prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy:
A. An onsite wastewater treatment system is required for the proposed facility and
shall be installed according to the Weld County Onsite Wastewater Treatment
System Regulations. The septic system is required to be designed by a
Colorado Registered Professional Engineer according to the Weld County Onsite
Wastewater Treatment System Regulations.
B. As applicable, the applicant shall submit evidence of an Underground Injection
Control (UIC) Class V Injection Well permit from the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) for any large -capacity septic system (a septic system with the
capacity to serve 20 or more persons per day). Alternately, the applicant can
provide evidence from the EPA that they are not subject to the EPA Class V
requirements.
Health Administration
Vital Records
lot: 9/U 304 6410
Fax: 9/0-301-64 I'2
Public Health &
Clinical Services
Icic: 9/0 304 6420
Fax: 9,10-304-64 16
Environmental Health
Services
Tele:970-304-6415
Fux: 970-304-6411
Communication,
Education & Planning
Tele: 970-.304-6470
Fox: 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. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and
Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S.) shall be stored and removed for final disposal
in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination.
2. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not meant
to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid waste
in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S
3. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls
fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential
nuisance conditions. The facility shall operate in accordance with Chapter 14,
Article 1 of the Weld County Code.
4. Fugitive dust should attempt to be confined on the property. Uses on the property
should comply with the Colorado Air Quality Commission's air quality regulations.
5. The applicant shall submit an Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.) and
Emissions Permit Application and obtain a permit from the Air Pollution Control
Division, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, as applicable.
6. The facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the
Light Industrial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S.
7. A Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan, prepared in accordance
with the applicable provisions of 40 CFR, Part 112, shall be available on -site.
8 Secondary containment shall be constructed around tanks to provide containment
for the largest single tank and sufficient freeboard to contain precipitation.
Secondary containment shall be sufficiently impervious to contain any spilled or
released material. Secondary containment devices shall be inspected at regular
intervals and maintained in good condition. All secondary containment will
comply with the provisions of the State Underground and Above Ground Storage
Tank Regulations.
9. Any vehicle or equipment washing areas shall capture all effluent and prevent
discharges in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the Water Quality
Control Commission, and the Environmental Protection Agency.
10. Process wastewater (such as floor drain wastes) shall be captured in a watertight
vault and hauled off for proper disposal. Records of installation, maintenance,
and proper disposal shall be retained.
11.All potentially hazardous chemicals must be handled in a safe manner in
accordance with product labeling. All chemicals must be stored secure, on an
impervious surface, and in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
12.Any stained or contaminated soils on the facility shall be removed and disposed
of in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. Any reportable spills will
be reported and documented in accordance with all state and federal regulations
and records will be kept onsite for WCDHPE review upon request.
13. In the event the septic systems require a design capacity of 2,000 gallons or
more of sewage per day the applicants shall adhere to the requirements of the
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Water Quality Control
Division's (WQCD) Regulations.
14. For employees that are on site for less than 2 consecutive hours a day or 10 or
less customers or visitors per day 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 and shall contain hand sanitizers.
15.A permanent, adequate water supply shall be provided for drinking and sanitary
purposes.
16.Any septic system located on the property must comply with all provisions of the
Weld County Code, pertaining to Onsite Waste Water Treatment Systems.
17. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
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July 10, 2017
Anne Johnson
Senior Planner Tetra Tech
1900 S. Sunset St, Suite 1E, Longmont, CO 80501
RE: Simon Contractors Facility Referral
On June 29t11 Simon Contractors and Tetra Tech met with Nicholas Wharton and Mitch Nelson with the
Town of Severance to discuss the potential Asphalt Facility proposed in Weld County off of Highway
257. Based on what was presented and discussed at this meeting, as well as internal review of the project
the Town of Severance gives its full support of the project with the following conditions.
1) Town of Severance strongly encourages a northbound deceleration lane and southbound left hand
turn lane along Highway 257.
2) As much landscape buffering as feasible be added to the property line directly adjacent to
Highway 257.
The Town of Severance thanks you for the opportunity to review this project.
Mitch Nelson
Town Planner
3 S. Timber Ridge Parkway • P.O. Box 339 • Severance, Colorado 80546 • Phone 970.686.1218 • Fax 970.686.6250
From: Bilobran - CDOT, Timothy [mailto:timothy.bilobran@state.co.us]
Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2017 4:12 PM
To: Kim Ogle <kogle@weldgov.com>
Subject: Re: USR17-0043 Referral
Kim,
Regarding USR17-0043, CDOT's official comments are:
1. CDOT agrees with the applicants intention and requirement to construct the following turn
lanes:
a) Northbound Right Deceleration
b) Southbound Left Deceleration
c) Northbound Right Acceleration
2. We recognize that the canal bridge found to the south of the county road is a pinch point. The
applicant has requested 40:1 tapers for the southbound lane taper, as opposed to the required 55:1
tapers. It is CDOT's preliminary position that a variance for the shortened tapers will be granted
due to topographical hardships with the bridge.
3. An access permit will be required for the intersection improvements. CDOT would prefer the
county be listed as the Permittee since the roadway is a de facto county roadway. Simon
Contractors will be the agent.
4. A Utility/Special Use permit will be required for the applicant's geotechnical design work.
If you have any questions, I can be reached at 970-350-2163.
Thank you,
Tim Bilobran
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