HomeMy WebLinkAbout20174009.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services
DATE: October 11, 2017
FROM: Hayley Balzano, E.I., Development Engineer
SUBJECT: USR17-0042 Varra
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: open pit gravel, sand, and stone mining
This project is east of County Road 17 and is south of and adjacent to County Road 28.
Parcel number: 120933200048, 120933200049, 120933200050, 120933200051
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 an Urbanizing Drainage Area:
Urbanizing Drainage Areas typically require detention of runoff from the 1 -hour, 100 -year, storm falling on
the developed site and release of the detained water at the historic runoff rate of the 1 -hour, 5 -year storm
falling on the undeveloped site for URBANIZING areas.
Detention pond waived and a simple drainage narrative:
The applicant has submitted a drainage narrative stating that the site meets exception 1.a.6 for gravel pits
where the stormwater drains in to the pit.
Grading Permit
If more than 1 acre is to be disturbed for construction of non -gravel pit 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 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 site is in a FEMA regulatory floodplain. A flood hazard development permit is required for any
development in the floodplain. Contact the floodplain planner Diana Aungst at 970-353-6100.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
A. The plan shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. The applicant shall show the drainage flow arrows. (Department of Planning Services -Engineer)
2. Show and label the parking. (Department of Planning Services -Engineer)
Prior to Construction:
A. If more than one (1) acre is to be disturbed for construction of non -gravel pit items such as structures,
parking lots, laydown yards etc..., 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: October 16, 2017
FROM: Evan Pinkham, Public Works
SUBJECT: USR17-0042 Varra
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 Open Pit Mining (sand, gravel and stone) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. (Varra
Company P-122 Mine)
This project is south of and adjacent to CR 28 and is east of CR 17. Parcel numbers 120933200048,
120933200049, 120933200050, & 120933200051.
Access is from CR 28.
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 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/.
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 28 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.
County Road 17 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.
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 28 was taken on 6/29/2012 which counted 87 vpd with 14% trucks.
The traffic information submitted with the application materials indicated that traffic will be limited to the
occasional pit run removal or the unexpected need; or otherwise for emergency, contract, or exceptional
circumstances exceeding more than 24 truck trips in an eight (8) hour period for the duration of the
temporary demand.
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/Publie/020Works/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, tracking 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 28 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 17 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. Show and label the approved access(es) (APXX-XXXXX), and the appropriate turning radii (60')
on the site plan. (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)
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: October 4, 2017
Re: USR17-0042 Varra Sand and Gravel
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Special Review Permit for Mineral Resource Development
including Open Pit Mining (sand, gravel and stone) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
(Varra Company P-122 Mine).
Since the applicant is proposing a gravel mine and is a temporary use, bottled water
and portable toilets are proposed. This is acceptable per policy.
No on -site storage of fuel is proposed. The applicant will utilize portable fueling vehicles.
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 operation shall submit an Air Pollution Emission Notice (A.P.E.N.) and
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
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
Industrial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S.
7. The operation shall remove, handle, and stockpile overburden, soil, sand and
gravel from the facility area in a manner that prevents nuisance conditions.
8. Portable toilets and bottled water are acceptable to provide drinking and sanitary
services to the site. 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.
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. If applicable, the operation shall obtain a stormwater or other discharge permits
from the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, Water Quality
Control Division.
12.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.
13.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.
14. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the
Colorado Division of Reclamation Mining and Safety.
15. The operation shall comply with the Mine Safety and Health Act (MSHA).
16. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
PROJECT:
MEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle DATE: October 19, 2017
FROM: Hayley Balzano, CFM
SUBJECT: USR17-0042, Varra Companies, Inc.
A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review Permit for Mineral Resource Development including
Open Pit Mining (sand, gravel and stone) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
PARCEL: 120933200048, 120933200049, 120933200050, and 120933200051
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
1. Any improvements or new construction in the floodplain require a Flood Hazard Development
Permit. (Department of Planning Services - Floodplain)
2. Delineate on the USR Map:
a. Show the floodplain boundaries on the map. Label the floodplain boundaries with the
FEMA Flood Zone and FEMA Map Panel Number. (Department of Planning Services -
Floodplain)
3. Prior to Mining:
a. If applicable, the applicant shall submit a CLOMR to FEMA for review and approval, prior
to mining the property delineating the pre -developed floodplain conditions and the
proposed floodplain conditions after mining. (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 #08123C -1885E and #08123C -1895E effective date January 20,
2016 (Unnamed Floodplain). 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)
From: Christopher Kennedy [mailto:CKennedy@townofinead.org]
Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 1:54 PM
To: Tom Parka Jr. <tparko@weldgov.com>; bnickerson@firestoneco.gov; Tracy Case
<TCase @ F i re sto n e co. gov>
Cc: Kim Ogle <kogle@weldgov.com>; Michelle Martin <mmartin@weldgov.com>
Subject: RE: APRIL 14, 2017 PRE -APP MEETING
Tom,
This proposal is outside of Mead's planning area, therefore we have no objections.
Sorry for the delay on this.
Thanks,
Chris
Christopher A. Kennedy, AICP
Planning Director
970-805-4192
ckennedy@townofmead.org
Town of Mead
441 Third Street
P.O. Box 626
Mead, CO 80542
970-535-4477
www.townofmead.org
Town of
From: Tracy Case [mailto:TCase@Firestoneco.gov]
Sent: Monday, August 07, 2017 3:25 PM
To: Tom Parka Jr. <tparko@weldgov.com>; Bruce Nickerson <BNickerson@firestoneco.gov>
Cc: Kim Ogle <kogle@weldgov.com>; Michelle Martin <mmartin@weldgov.com>
Subject: RE: APRIL 14, 2017 PRE -APP MEETING
Tom,
Please see Firestone's response below. I apologize, I'm not sure why this didn't go through the first time
it was sent on April 20th.
This site is located immediately east of the Heintzleman property that Varra annexed and
platted in Firestone. Like that facility, this one will not use roadways to haul gravel but will
utilize and existing conveyor belt system they have that transfers gravel from Heintzleman to
their Kurtz facility on SH 66. There should be no adverse impacts to our roadway system.
The Town of Firestone request that Weld County ensure that the site accommodate conveyance
of undeveloped 100-yr runoff from the south and east. There is a substantial basin that extends
south nearly to WCR 24 that over time will urbanize and needs to be considered so that this
facility does not impede storm flows getting to the St. Vrain River.
Thank you,
Tracy Case I Senior Planner
Town of Firestone
303-531-6260
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