HomeMy WebLinkAbout20173392.tiffMEMORANDUM
TO: Chris Gathman, Planning Services
DATE: July 13, 2017
FROM: Hayley Balzano, E.I., Development Engineer
SUBJECT: USR17-0031 Timbro Ranch & Cattle Co LLC
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: Oil and Gas Support and Service Facility, two modular sleeping units for staff
This project is west of and adjacent to County Road 119 and is north of and adjacent to County Road 106.
Parcel number: 046911200003
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.14 for parcels
greater than 5 gross acres in size being allowed a onetime exception for a new 2,000 square foot building
or equivalent imperviousness. The buildings that are being added total 1680 square feet.
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.
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)
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)
MEMORANDUM
TO: Chris Gathman, Planning Services
FROM: Evan Pinkham, Public Works
SUBJECT: USR17-0031 Tim bro
DATE: June 26, 2017
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 an Oil and
Gas Support and Service Facility (Storage of pipes and other equipment associated with oil and gas
production) and uses similar to Uses by Special Review as long as the use complies with the general intent
of the A (Agricultural) Zone District (two modular units to be used as sleeping quarters for staff stationed in
the area) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
This project is west of and adjacent to CR 119 and is north of CR 104. Parcel number 046911200003.
Access is from CR 119.
ACCESS
An access permit has been approved for the access to the site (AP16-00459).
AP16-00459 Special Requirements or Comments:
"Parcel 046911200003. Utilize existing shared access point on CR 119 (1 -Oil & Gas) located approx. 5300
ft. north of CR 104. *Access point is at the location of un-maintained public county ROW."
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 119 is a gravel 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. 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 106 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 riot occur. The
applicant shall verify the existing right-of-way and the documents creating the right-of-way and this
information shall be rioted 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.
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 119 was taken on 12/10/2014 which counted 688 vpd with 54% trucks.
A traffic narrative was submitted with the application materials and indicated that there will be approximately
22 daily roundtrips. The expected traffic routes are east and west along CR 106 section line and distribution
of traffic is estimated to be 90% to the east and 10% to the west.
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.
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/Departments/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, 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 119 is a gravel 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 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 106 Section Line is shown to have 60 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)
3. Show and label the approved access(es) (AP16-00459), and the appropriate turning radii (60') on
the site plan. (Department of Public Works)
4. 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)
5. Show and label the section line Right -of -Way as "CR Section Line Right -Of -Way, not County
maintained." (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: Chris Gathman
From: Ben Frissell, Environmental Health Services
Date: July 12, 2017
Re: USR17-0031 Timbro Ranch (Noble Energy)
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Use By Special Review Permit for an Oil and Gas Support and
Service Facility (Storage of pipes and other equipment associated with oil and gas
production) and uses similar to Uses by Special Review as long as the use complies
with the general intent of the A (Agricultural) Zone District (two modular units to be used
as sleeping quarters for staff stationed in the area) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District.
The application states there will be at least 4 full time employees (2 employees per 12 -
hour shift). Bottle water and portable toilets will be utilized which acceptable per policy.
The applicant is proposing mobile sleeping units which could hold up to 8 employees
each. If mobile sleeping units are installed, septic and an adequate water supply will be
required.
Environmental Health has no objections to the proposal; however, 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, 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.
Health Administration
Vital Records
lot: 9/0 304 6410
Fax: 9/0-:301-6,1 I'2
Public Health &
Clinical Services
cic: 9/0 304 6420
Fax: 910-301-64 16
Environmental Health Communication,
Services Education & Planning
Tele: 970-304-6415 Tele: 970-.304-6470
Fux: 970-304-6411 Fox. 970-304-6452
Emergency Preparedness
8 Response
Te le: 970-304-6470
Fax: 970-304-6462
Public Health
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 drinking, handwashing and toilet facilities shall be provided for
employees and patrons of the facility, at all times. As employees or contractors
are on site for less than 2 consecutive hours a day and/or 2 or less full time
employees, 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. If mobile sleeping units are utilized
on -site, a permanent water source and septic system will be required.
7. All potentially hazardous chemicals on -site 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.
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 Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation (COGCC) Commission Rules and/or
the provisions of the State Underground and Above Ground Storage Tank
Regulations.
9. A Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plan, prepared in accordance with
the applicable provisions of 40 CFR, Part 112, and as applicable, shall be
available.
10.Any contaminated soils on the facility shall be removed, treated or disposed of in
accordance with all applicable rules and regulations. All spills will be reported to
local, state and federal agencies in accordance with all state and federal
regulations.
11. The facility shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in the
Commercial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S.
12. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of State and
Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
MEMORANDUM
To: Chris Gathman, Planner June 16, 2017
From: Bethany Pascoe, Zoning Compliance Officer
Subject: USR17-0031 Referral
Upon review of my case files and computer, I noted an active Zoning Violation (ZCV16-00145). This
violation was initiated due to the placement of construction trailers/manufactured structures used for
occupancy and operation purposes as well as the storage of materials without first submitted a Use by
Special Review (USR) application. This case has not been forwarded to the County Attorney's Office;
therefore, an investigation fee is not required.
Due to records release laws, staff no longer tracks complainant information, but please be aware it is
staff's policy to no longer accept staff initiated complaints.
Approval of this application by the Board of County Commissioners would correct the outstanding
violations. If this application is denied, the Department of Planning Services asks that the Board forward
these cases to the County Attorney's Office for legal action through the District Court process, but to delay
that legal action for 30 (thirty) days to allow the applicant time to remove the manufactured
structures/construction trailers and storage from the property.
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