HomeMy WebLinkAbout20173671.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services
DATE: September 14, 2017
FROM: Hayley Balzano, E.I., Development Engineer
SUBJECT: USR17-0040 Green River Devco LP
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: 12 inch high pressure natural gas pipeline
This project is in Sections 10, 11, 22, 27, 34, and 35 or Township 2, Range 64.
Parcel number: Multiple, see attached list
Drainage Requirements:
Please contact Department of Planning Services/Engineering Development Review for questions or
assistance for drainage requirements at 970-353-6100.
Detention pond waived and a simple drainage narrative:
The applicant's engineer has submitted a Drainage Narrative stating that the site meets exception 1.a.5 for
pipelines.
A drainage narrative is required and full drainage report and detention pond waived if the site qualifies for
an exception to detention requirements listed below.
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. Contact
the Planning Department for more information. 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. Please see the attached list for the parcel that is in the
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:
Prior to Construction:
A. If more than one (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. (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)
Parcel #
T
R
S
Flood
Geo
MS4
130510000006
2
64
10
no
no
no
130511000002
2
64
11
no
no
no
130522000005
2
64
22
no
no
no
130522000006
2
64
22
no
no
no
130522200028
2
64
22
no
no
no
130522300002
2
64
22
no
no
no
130527000020
2
64
27
no
no
no
130527000021
2
64
27
no
no
no
130534000013
2
64
34
no
no
no
130534000014
2
64
34
no
no
no
130534000032
2
64
34
no
no
no
130535000001
2
64
35
yes
no
no
130535000003
2
64
35
no
no
no
MEMORANDUM
TO: Kim Ogle, Planning Services DATE: September 14, 2017
FROM: Evan Pinkham, Public Works
SUBJECT: USR17-0040 Green River DEVCO
The Weld County Department of Public Works has reviewed this proposal. Staff comments made during
this phase of the application process may not be all-inclusive, as other issues may arise during the
remaining application process.
COMMENTS
GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION/LOCATION
Project description: A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for a greater than
12 -inch high pressure natural gas pipeline connecting into the Green River DevCo, LP natural gas pipeline
(USR17-0034) in two segments, the north segment is approximately one (1.0) miles in length and the south
segment is approximately four and one-half (4.5) miles in length in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
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 16 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 18 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 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 20 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 55 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 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 roads to be used. 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 that physical roadway many 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 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 roads to be used. 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 that physical roadway many not be centered in the right-of-way. This road
is NOT 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. (1-76)
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. Minimal standards
are listed below. Temporary Tracking Control shall be used during construction unless permanent tracking
control is installed ahead of construction activities.
Less than 20 passenger vehicle round trips/day, no upfront tracking control requirements.
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
A. The plan shall be amended to delineate the following:
1. County Road 16 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 18 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)
3. County Road 20 is a gravel road and is designated on the Weld County Functional Classification
Map as a local road which requires 60 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. The applicant shall
delineate 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)
4. County Road 55 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)
5. 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)
6. Show and label the approved access(es) (APXX-X)OXXX), and the appropriate turning radii (60')
on the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
7. Show and label the approved tracking control on the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
8. 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)
9. Show and label the section line Right -of -Way as "CR 55 Section Line Right -Of -Way, not County
maintained." (Department of Public Works)
10. Show and label the section line Right -of -Way as "CR 57 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 on -site construction.
(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 from the Department of Public Works Permitting/Inspection agent. (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)
4. Access will be along unmaintained County right-of-way and maintenance of the right-of-way will not be
the responsibility of Weld County. (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: Lauren Light, Environmental Health Services
Date: September 11, 2017
Re: USR17-0040 Green River DevCO, LP
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Special Review Permit for a greater than 12 -inch high pressure
natural gas pipeline connecting into the Green River DevCo, LP natural gas pipeline
(USR17-0034) in two segments, the north segment is approximately one (1.0) miles in
length and the south segment is approximately four and one-half (4.5) 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. If the amount of disturbed area exceeds 25 acres an Air Pollution Emission
Notice (APEN) may be 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. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and
Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) 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.
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: 9/0-3N-6416
Environmental Health
Services
Tele: 970-304-6415
Fax. 970-304-6411
Communication,
Education & Planning
Tele: 970-.304-6470
Fox: 970-304-6452
Emergency Preparedness
8 Response
Te le: 970-304-6470
Fax: 970-304-6462
Public Health
4. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled along the
construction route. 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. Adequate toilet facilities and handwashing units shall be provided during
construction of the project. 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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