HomeMy WebLinkAbout20183326.tiff z8o MEMORANDUM
TO: Chris Gathman, Planning Services
DATE: September 17, 2018Ou.Nr�
FROM: Evan Pinkham, Public Works
SUBJECT: USR18-0075 Discovery DJ
The Weld County Department of Public Works has reviewed this Use by Special Review Pipeline 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 Permit for a greater than
12-inch high pressure natural gas pipeline (20-inch Natural Gas Pipeline) approximately 15 miles in length
in the A (Agricultural)Zone District.
ACCESS
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 works/permits/. 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.com/departments/public works/engineering/.
ROADS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY
County Road 2 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 6 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 47 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 55 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 59 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 63 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 53 is a paved 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 45 is a paved road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map(Code
Ordinance 2017-01) as a(n) collector road, which requires 80 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 49 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification Map(Code
Ordinance 2017-01) as a(n) arterial road, which requires 140 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 Ill, 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.
County Road 51 is a section line road. Section line right-of-way does not exist in all sections in Weld County
and should be verified before a decision to utilize it is made. Weld County commonly refers to these
locations as "Non-Maintained Section Line Right-of-Way."The existence of a physical road does not imply
public right-of-way and the road may be located on private property. All right-of-way should be verified and
physical roads located in relationship to the public right-of-way to ensure trespassing does not occur. The
applicant shall verify the existing right-of-way and the documents creating the right-of-way and this
information shall be noted on the site plan or plat. The applicant shall delineate on the site map or plat the
existing right-of-way and physical location of existing or proposed roads. If the right-of-way cannot be
verified it shall be dedicated or an adequate easement between property owners shall be provided.
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 the physical roadway(s) may not
be centered in the right-of-way. This road is NOT maintained by Weld County.
County Road 57 is a section line road. Section line right-of-way does not exist in all sections in Weld County
and should be verified before a decision to utilize it is made. Weld County commonly refers to these
locations as "Non-Maintained Section Line Right-of-Way."The existence of a physical road does not imply
public right-of-way and the road may be located on private property. All right-of-way should be verified and
physical roads located in relationship to the public right-of-way to ensure trespassing does not occur. The
applicant shall verify the existing right-of-way and the documents creating the right-of-way and this
information shall be noted on the site plan or plat. The applicant shall delineate on the site map or plat the
existing right-of-way and physical location of existing or proposed roads. If the right-of-way cannot be
verified it shall be dedicated or an adequate easement between property owners shall be provided.
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 the physical roadway(s) may not
be centered in the right-of-way. This road is NOT maintained by Weld County.
County Road 61 is a section line road. Section line right-of-way does not exist in all sections in Weld County
and should be verified before a decision to utilize it is made. Weld County commonly refers to these
locations as "Non-Maintained Section Line Right-of-Way."The existence of a physical road does not imply
public right-of-way and the road may be located on private property. All right-of-way should be verified and
physical roads located in relationship to the public right-of-way to ensure trespassing does not occur. The
applicant shall verify the existing right-of-way and the documents creating the right-of-way and this
information shall be noted on the site plan or plat. The applicant shall delineate on the site map or plat the
existing right-of-way and physical location of existing or proposed roads. If the right-of-way cannot be
verified it shall be dedicated or an adequate easement between property owners shall be provided.
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 the physical roadway(s) may not
be centered in the right-of-way. This road is NOT maintained by Weld County.
Per Chapter 12, Article 4, Section 12-4-30.B, 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. Pipelines crossing a county road shall obtain a Right-of-Way Permit and
possibly a Special Transport Permit. Pipelines crossing county roads shall be bored, unless otherwise
approved by Public Works. Right-of-Way Use Permit instructions and application can be found at
https://www.weldgov.com/departments/publicworks/permits/.
Any oil and gas pipeline crossing an arterial road shall be bored a minimum of twenty(20)feet below arterial
roads, fifteen (15) feet below collector and paved local roads, and ten (10) feet below gravel local roads.
This depth shall be measured below the lowest roadside ditch flowline elevation, for the full width of the
future right of way.
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.
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. 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 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 tracking control requirement 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
5, 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.weldgov.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server 6/File/Departments/Public%20Works/DevelopmentR
eview/sprusr.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 and damage repairs.
DRAINAGE REQUIREMENTS
Pipelines are excepted from the requirements of a drainage report and detention pond design under 23-
12-30.F.1.a.5 for pipelines or transmission lines.
MS4:
This site is located in a Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Area which may trigger specific
water quality requirements or other drainage improvements. In addition to compliance with applicable Weld
County regulations, property owner is required to be compliant with any additional MS4 requirements.
Questions pertaining to the MS4 requirements should be directed to the Public Works Department 970-
304-6496.
GRADING PERMIT
If more than 1 acre is to be disturbed for construction of non-pipeline items such as structures, parking lots,
laydown yards etc...,a Weld County grading permit will be required prior to the start of construction.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. A Road Maintenance Agreement is required during the construction of the pipeline. Road maintenance
may include dust control,tracking control,damage repair attributable to construction of the pipeline and
located within 1/2 mile of any construction access point for the project. (Department of Public Works)
B. The plan shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. County Road 2 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. County Road 6 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)
3. County Road 47 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)
4. County Road 55 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)
5. County Road 59 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)
6. County Road 63 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)
7. County Road 53 is a paved 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)
8. County Road 45 is a paved road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification
Map as a collector road which requires 80 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. The applicant shall
delineate on the site plan the future and existing right-of-way. All setbacks shall be measured from
the edge of future right-of-way. This road is maintained by Weld County. (Department of Public
Works)
9. County Road 49 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification
Map as an arterial road which requires 140 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. The applicant shall
delineate on the site plan the future and existing right-of-way. All setbacks shall be measured from
the edge of future right-of-way. This road is maintained by Weld County. (Department of Public
Works)
10. County Road 51 Section Line is shown to have 30 feet of unmaintained section line right-of-way
per the Weld County GIS right-of-way map. The applicant shall delineate the existing right-of-way
on the site plan. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of right-of-way. (Department of
Public Works)
11. County Road 57 Section Line is shown to have 30 feet of unmaintained section line right-of-way
per the Weld County GIS right-of-way map. The applicant shall delineate the existing right-of-way
on the site plan. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of right-of-way. (Department of
Public Works)
12. County Road 61 Section Line is shown to have 30 feet of unmaintained section line right-of-way
per the Weld County GIS right-of-way map. The applicant shall delineate the existing right-of-way
on the site plan. All setbacks shall be measured from the edge of right-of-way. (Department of
Public Works)
13. Show and label the approved access locations on the site plan (If applicable). The applicant must
obtain an access permit in the approved location(s) prior to construction. (Department of Public
Works)
14. Show and label the section line Right-of-Way as "CR 51 Section Line Right-Of-Way, not County
maintained." (Department of Public Works)
15. Show and label the section line Right-of-Way as "CR 57 Section Line Right-Of-Way, not County
maintained." (Department of Public Works)
16. Show and label the section line Right-of-Way as "CR 61 Section Line Right-Of-Way, not County
maintained." (Department of Public Works)
Prior to Construction:
A. The approved access and tracking control shall be constructed prior to construction of the pipeline.
(Department of Public Works)
B. The applicant shall submit evidence of a right-of-way permit for any work that may be required in the
right-of-way and/or a special transport permit for any oversized or overweight vehicles that may access
the site. (Department of Public Works)
C. If more than one(1)acre is to be disturbed for construction of non-pipeline items,a Weld County grading
permit will be required. (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. During construction,the access(es)on 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. During construction, there shall be no parking or staging of vehicles on public roads. On-site parking
will 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. Any oil and gas pipeline crossing a county road shall be bored a minimum of twenty (20) feet below
arterial roads, fifteen (15) feet below collector and paved local roads, and ten (10) feet below gravel
local roads. This depth shall be measured below the lowest roadside ditch flowline elevation, for the full
width of the future right of way. (Department of Public Works)
6. With exception of perpendicular crossings, oil and gas pipelines are not to be located within Weld
County right of way or future right of way. (Department of Public Works)
7. Any damage occurring to the County right-of-way or County maintained roadway, caused by the
pipeline, will be the responsibility of the operator. (Department of Public Works)
8. The historical flow patterns and runoff amounts on site will be maintained. (Department of Public Works)
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Memorandum
To: Chris Gathman
From: Lauren Light, Environmental Health Services
Date: September 10, 2018
Re: USR18-0075 Discover DJ Services, LLC
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for a 20-inch Natural Gas
Pipeline approximately 15 miles in length in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
Permanent water and sewer is not required as this request is a temporary construction
use. Portable toilets and bottled water can be utilized during construction of the
pipeline. As the amount of disturbed area exceeds 25 acres an Air Pollution Emission
Notice (APEN) is required.
We have no objections to the proposal; however, we do recommend that the following
requirements be incorporated into the permit as development standards:
1. During construction, 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. During construction, 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. During construction, 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 and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled throughout
the duration of construction of the pipeline and until ground cover is established.
Uses on the property shall comply with the Colorado Air Quality Commission's
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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. During construction, adequate toilet facilities and handwashing units shall be
provided. Portable toilets are acceptable. Portable toilets shall be serviced by a
cleaner licensed in Weld County and shall contain hand sanitizers.
7. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State
and Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
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SUBJECT: USR18-0075, Natural Gas Pipeline
PROJECT:
A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for a 20-inch Natural Gas Pipeline
approximately 15 miles in length in the A(Agricultural)Zone District.
PARCELs: Multiple
PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION:
1. Any improvements or new construction in the floodplain require a Flood Hazard Development Permit.
(Department of Planning Services - Floodplain)
DELINEATE ON THE PLAT:
1. Show the floodplain and floodway (if applicable) boundaries on the map. Label the floodplain
boundaries with the FEMA Flood Zone and FEMA Map Panel Number or appropriate study.
(Department of Planning Services - Floodplain)
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
1. A Flood Hazard Development Permit is required for all construction or development occurring in the
floodplain or floodway as delineated on Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) FIRM
Community Panel Map. Any development shall comply with all applicable Weld County requirements,
Colorado Water Conservation Board requirements as described in Rules and Regulations for
Regulatory Floodplains in Colorado, and FEMA regulations and requirements as described in 44 CFR
parts 59, 60, and 65. The FEMA definition of development is any man-made change to improved or
unimproved real estate,including but not limited to buildings or other structures, mining,dredging,filling,
grading, paving, excavation, drilling operations,or storage of equipment and materials. (Department of
Planning Services - Floodplain)
2. FEMA's floodplain boundaries may be updated at any time by FEMA. Prior to the start of any
development activities,the owner should contact Weld County to determine if the floodplain boundaries
have been modified. (Department of Planning Services - Floodplain)
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September 13th, 2018
Chris Gathman
Weld County Planning Department
1555 N. 17th Ave.
Greeley, CO 80631
970-400-6100
cgathman@weldgov.com
Re: USR18-0075 Referral- 20-inch Natural Gas Pipeline
Dear Mr. Gathman:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Discovery Mid-Stream Pipeline
proposed for development in southern Weld County. The mission of Colorado Parks and
Wildlife (CPW) is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality
state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation
opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active
stewards of Colorado's natural resources. Our goal in responding to land use proposals
such as this is to provide complete, consistent, and timely information to all entities
who request comment on matters within our statutory authority.
District Wildlife Manager Chris Mettenbrink has reviewed the pipeline project and has
performed site inspections along the path of the pipeline from County 41 to County
Road 65.
There may be noxious weeds considered to be invasive on the properties along the
project. Invasive weeds diminish habitat quality and are costly to control. Weld
County's noxious weed coordinator should be consulted to create and implement a weed
management plan along the project route. This will provide for ongoing weed control
during and after construction. To avoid spreading these weed species to other sites
and to prevent new species from being introduced all construction equipment should
be thoroughly cleaned prior to arriving on site and after construction is completed. Any
re-vegetation of sites post construction should include native grasses whenever
possible.
The installation of the pipeline has the potential to impact wildlife, specifically raptors
and other migratory birds. Along the path of the pipeline there are stands of mature
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trees that provide nesting habitat for a variety of hawks and owls. The various species
of raptors that can be found on the eastern plains of Colorado typically nest from
February 1 through July 31. If the installation of this pipeline is to occur during this
period, Colorado Parks and Wildlife recommends that a survey for nesting raptors occur
prior to project initiation. Colorado Parks and Wildlife has developed a set of
recommended setbacks or buffer zones to prevent disturbances to these raptors during
the nesting season. Those recommendations can be found on our website at the
following link:
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If a nest is found near the path of the pipeline, please contact Chris Mettenbrink at
303-906-1979 for recommendations for mitigating impacts to the nesting bird. Again,
thank you for the opportunity to comment on this pipeline project.
Sincerely,
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Kristin Cannon
Area Wildlife Manager
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant: Discovery DJ Services, LLC Case Number: USR18-0075
Please Reply By: September 17,2018 Planner:Chris Getman
Project:A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for a 20-inch Natural Gas
Pipeline approximately 15 miles in length in the A(Agricultural)Zone District.
Location: Pipeline will be located between County Road 8 on the north, County Road 2(Weld County
Line)on the south, Interstate 76 on the
west and County Road 65 on the east
Parcel Number:Multiple Parcels
Legal: THE PIPELINE CROSSES SECTIONS 21, 25, 26, 27,AND 28, T1 N, R65W; SECTIONS 25, 26,
27, 28,. 29, AND 30, T1 N, R64W;AND SECTIONS 30, 31,AND 32, T1 N, R63; ALL OF THE 6TH RM.,
WELD COUNTY,COLORADO.
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or
recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the
above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. My response not
received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning
Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner
associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional
information,please call the Department of Planning Services.
flWe have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our
Comprehensive Plan because:
AiWe have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
Signature ejkill.,A1J Date vl 1 1 Sij ) 8
Agency W,r;142)ef (Unl tir +-Lrnrynoil 60.
Weld County Planning Dept. 9555 N 17th Aye,Greeley,CO.80631 (970)400-6100 (970)304-6498 fax
80 South 27th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
PH: 303-659-7373/FX: 303-659-6077
Weld County
September 13,2018
Referrals Weld County
: September 13, 2018
cgathman@co.weld.co.us
Discovery DJ Services
Site Specific Development Plan& Use by Special Review Permit
: USR18-0075
Mr. Gathman:
I wish to submit the following information regarding the above referenced project.
X The concerns of Farmers Reservoir and Irrigation Company are in the area of
encroachment to the Right of Way of the canal. FRICO requires a minimum of 25' on
each side of the canal for a maintenance road plus the distance to the toe of the ditch
embankment. The boundaries of the Right of Way must be agreed upon.
Drainage is another concern that must be addressed as FRICO does not allow any
developed storm flow into our canals. This will apply if any development happens.
Property concerns need to be resolved.
No construction of any structure can be put on our ROW.No use of any sort
including pedestrian or vehicle on our ROW is approved.
Please send drainage study and additional information regarding your project so
that we may complete our review and that review criteria can be sent to you,if
applicable.
FRICO does not accept retention ponds adjacent to our facilities,however,we
may grant a variance with submittal of application and engineering deposit for review of
drainage plan and other documents.
_Canal road may not be used for access without approval and executed agreement.
X FRICO will require a license agreement
X FRICO will require an access permit
FRICO will require a seepage agreement
FRICO No comments on application/proposal
X We request to comment again.
The applicant has or X has not completed a Project Review Application and
submitted a deposit for review fees with the Ditch Company. In addition to the above
comments, FRICO's comments are limited to this set of plans.
Please email Scott Edgar, FRICO General Manager or Eve Craven should you have any
questions.
Sincerely,
FRICO, General Manager FRICO, Projects Coordinator
From: Hice-Idler-CDOT, Gloria
To: Chins Gathman
Cc: Bilobran,Timothy;Allvson Mattson-CD0T
Subject: USR18-0075/Discovery DJ/Weld County/I-76 and SH 52 off system
Date: Tuesday,August 21, 2018 11:19:16 AM
Attachments: image001.pnq
CDOT's only comment regarding this proposal would be that the applicant is responsible for obtaining a
utility/special use permit anytime the pipeline is planned to be in CDOT right-of-way.
Gloria Hice-Idler
Rocksol Consulting
(970) 381-8629
CDOT COLORADO
CoDepartment ofTransportation
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10601 W. 10th Street, Greeley, CO 80634
gloria.hice-idler@state.co.us I www.codot.gov I www.cotrip.org
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