Press Alt + R to read the document text or Alt + P to download or print.
This document contains no pages.
HomeMy WebLinkAboutR09-112 Preliminary Plan Ute Creek Inds Ser Park
Commissioner ~ ~~~ ~-`~ moved adoption
of the following Kesolution:
I30ARD OF EAGLE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO
RESOLUTION NO. 2009- ~'v
APPROVAL OF THE
PRELIMINARY PLAN FOR THE UTE CREEK INDUSTRIAL SERVICE PARK
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT EXPANSION and ZONE CHANGE
File No's. ZC-2222 &PDP-2223
WHEREAS, on or about March 31, 2009, the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, accepted for filing
applications submitted by CJC Properties, LP and Ute Creek Industrial Park, LLS /Chris P. Jouflas (hereinafter
"Applicant"), for approval of the Preliminary Plan for the Ute Creek Industrial Service Park Planned Unit
Development Expansion, Eagle County File No's. ZC-2222 &PDP-2223; and,
WHEREAS, the Applicant requested the approval of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Preliminary Plan
wliicll would allow for the development as follows:
^ Increase the size of the Ute Creek Storage PUD (fka: Ute Creek Industrial Service Park) by 54
acres from its previously approved size of 72 acres for a total of 126 acres. Please note that 15
acres of the original Ute Creek Industrial Service Park PUD have been conveyed to Honey vaRon
I-Ioneywagon is not participating in this PUD Amendment. As such, the revised total acreage
encompassed by this Ute Creek Storage PUD is 1 1 1 acres;
^ Private passive Open Space comprises 43% of the total land area within this PUD Preliminary Plan
for the Ute Creek Storage PUD. (,t 7.751 acres of Open .Space / 111 total acres = 0.-13)
^ The development will consist of 43 industrial lots on 63.25 acres (inclusive of road rights-of-ivay).
^ To reconfigure several of the existing platted lots;
^ To revise the PUD Guide to better reflect experience gained over the last thirteen years since the
initial approval;
^ To increase availability of space to companies that need staging or outdoor storage areas;
^ To provide space for firms involved in the waste management operations within Eagle County;
^ To allow asingle-family home to be constructed near the entrance of the project for housing afull-
time caretaker on site, and;
^ To install a gated access into the project so that better control of on site activities will be possible.
^ "fhe zone change component of this application is to rezone the new land area being included
within the Ute Creek Storage PUD Expansion from 'Resource' to `PUD'.
WHEREAS, at its public hearing held September 16, 2009, the Eagle Planning Commission, based upon
its findings, unanimously recommended approval of the Ute Creek Storage Park Planned Unit Development
Expansion, with certain conditions; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held by the Board of County Commissioners (hereinafter the "Board")
of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, on September 29, 2009; and,
WHEREAS, based on the evidence, testimony, exhibits, and study of the Comprehensive Plan for the
unincorporated areas of Eagle County, comments of the Eagle County Department of Community Development,
comments of public officials and agencies, the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and comments from
all interested parties, the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado, finds as
follows:
That proper publication and public notice was provided as required by law for the
hearings before the Planning Commission and the Board.
Pursuant to Eagle County Land Use Regulations Section 5-240.F.3.e Standards for the review of
Sketch Plan and Preliminary Plan for PUD:
STANDARD: Unified ownership or contro% [Section 5-240.F3.e (1)] -The title to all land that is part of
a PUD shall be owned or controlled by one (1) person. A person shall be considered to control all lands in
the PUD either through ownership or by written consent of all owner°s of the land that they will be subject
to the conditions and standards of the PUD.
The Applicant has demonstrated that the entire area affected by this PUD Preliminary Plan is in single
ownership.
STANDARD: Uses. [Section 5-240.F3.e (2)] -The uses that may be developed in the PUD shall be those
uses that are designated as uses that are allowed, allowed as a special use or allowed as a limited use in
Table 3-300, "Residential, Agricultural and Resource Zone Districts Use Schedule" or Table 3-320,
"Commercial and Industrial Zone Districts Use Schedade, "for the zone district designation in effect for the
property at the time of the application for PUD. Variations of these use designations may only be
authorized pursuant to Section 5-240 F.3.f., Variations Authorized.
The uses proposed include all of those uses previously permitted within the existing Ute Creek Industrial
Park PUD plus the addition of Landscape Contractors Operations, Concrete Operations, Log Home
Construction, Renewable Energy Generation, General Staging Areas for off-site construction projects,
Waste Contractor's Storage and Maintenance Operations and one single-family residence to be utilized as
an on-site caretaker's unit. Additional intended clarification is also proposed in the draft PUD Guide with
regard to Performance Standards, Non-Permitted activities, Fencing, Lighting, Open Space, specific uses
by Lot and Fire Protection.
More specificity has been provided with regard to uses by right, uses allowed by limited review and uses
allowed by special review.
The additional 54 acres proposed for inclusion into the Ute Creek Storage PUD are currently zoned
`Resource'
STANDARD: Dimensional Limitations. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (3)]- The dimensional limitations that shall
apply to the PUD shall be those specified in Table 3-340, "Schedule of Dimensional Limitations'; for the
zone district designation in effect for the property at the time of the application for PUD. Variations of
these dimensional limitations may only be authorized pursuant to Section 5-240 F.3.f., Variations
Authorized, provided variations shall leave adequate distance between buildings for necessary access and
fire protection, and ensure proper ventilation, light, air and snowmelt between buildings.
The dimensional limitations proposed are the same as those specified in the existing Ute Creek PUD
(maximum FAR, maximum building lot coverage, maximum impervious area; minimum structural
setbacks, maximum height, minimum building separation and minimum lot area).
The dimensional limitations proposed would also be applicable to the 54 acre land area proposed to be
encompassed in the Ute Creek Industrial Park PUD which is not the same as the dimensional limitations
required in the Resource zone district.
STANDARD: Off-Street Parking anal Loading. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (4)] -Off-street parking and
loading provided in the PUD shall comply with the standards of Article 4, Division 1, Off-Street Parking
and Loading Standards. A reduction in these standards may be authorized where the applicant
demonstrates that:
(a) Shared Parking. Because of shared parking arrangements among uses within the PUD that do not
require peak parking for those uses to occur at the same time, the parking needs of residents,
garests and employees of the project will be met; or
(b) Actual Needs. The actual needs of the project's residents, guests and employees will be less than
those set by Article 4, Division 1, Off Street Parking and Loading Standards. The applicant rrray
commit to provide specialized transportation services for these persons (s•uch as vans, subsidized
bus passes, or similar services) as a means of complying with this standard.
Off street parking proposed is identical to the standards set forth in the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park
PUD which defer to the Eagle County Land Use Regulation standards.
STANDARD: Landscaping. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (5)] -Landscaping provided in the PUD shall comply
with the standards of Article 4, Division 2, Landscaping and Illumination Standards. Variations from these
standards Wray be authorized where the applicant demonstrates that the proposed landscaping provides
sufficient buffering of uses from each other (both within the PUD and between the PUD and srrrrorrnding
uses) to minimize noise, glare and other adverse impacts, creates attractive streetscapes and parking areas
and is consistent with the character of the area.
A landscape plan has been provided for the area immediately surrounding the proposed caretaker's
residence.
STANDARD: Sighs. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (6)] -The sign standards applicable to the PUD shall be as
specified in Article 4, Division 3, Sign Regulations, unless, as provided in Section 4-340 D., Signs Allowed
in a Planned Unit Development (PUD), the applicant submits a comprehensive sign plan for the PUD that
is determined to be writable for the PUD and provides the minimum sign area necessary to direct users to
and within the PUD.
Signage within the proposed development will comply with the standards set forth in the Eagle County
Land Use Regulations.
STANDARD: Adequate Facilities. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (7)] -The applicant shall demonstrate that the
development proposed in the Preliminary Plan for PUD will be provided adequate facilities for potable
water supply, sewage disposal, solid waste disposal, electrical supply, fire protection and roads and will be
conveniently located in relation to schools, police and fire protection, and emergency medical services.
As with the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park PUD, permanent facilities for potable water supply and
sewage disposal are non-existent. Bottled potable water and trucked-in water for fire suppression and other
applications is proposed. Individual sewerage collection vaults or individual engineered sewerage disposal
systems are also proposed. Solid waste disposal can be easily handled at the nearby Eagle County Landfill.
Electrical supply is available on the site.
Fire protection will be provided by the Greater Eagle Fire Protection District. The Eagle County Sheriff's
Office will provide police services. With the exception of the caretaker's unit, proximity to schools is not
applicable, at the time of Final Plat; a fee in-lieu of school land dedication will be calculated based on one
unit. (Condition No. 2) The Western Eagle County Ambulance District did not respond to the referral for
this proposal, although it is anticipated that the District would be the responder in the event of an
emergency.
Despite the absence of certain facilities, the Ute Creek PUD has adequately accommodated the uses
allowed over the past thirteen years. It is reasonable to expect that the proposed expansion will function
similarly.
STANDARD: Improvements. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (8)] -The improvements standards applicable to the
development shall be as specified in Article 4, Division 6, Improvements Standards. Provided, hotivever,
the development may deviate from the County's road standards, so the development achieves greater
efficiency of infrastructure design and installation through clustered or compact forms of development or
achieves greater sensitivity to environmental impacts, when the following minimun7 design principles are
followed:
(a) Safe, Efficient Access. The circulation system is designed to provide safe, convenient access to all
areas of the proposed development using the minimum practical roadway length. Access shall be
by a public right-of--way, private vehicular or pedestrian way or a commonly owned easement. No
roadway alignment, either horizontal or vertical, shall be allowed that compromises one (I) or
more of the minimum design standards of the American Association of State Highway Officials
(AASHTO) for that functional classification of roadway.
(b) Internal Pathways. Internal pathways shall be provided to form a logical, safe and convenient
system for pedestrian access to dwelling units and common areas, with appropriate linkages off-
site.
(c) Emergency Vehicles. Roadways shall be designed to permit access by emergency vehicles to all
lots or units. An access easement shall be granted for emergency vehicles and utility vehicles, as
applicable, to use private roadways in the development for the purpose of providing emergency
services and for installation, maintenance and repair of utilities.
(d) Principal Access Points. Principal vehicular access points shall be designed to provide for smooth
traffic flow, minimizing hazards to vehicular, pedestrian or bicycle traffic. Where a PUD abuts a
major collector, arterial road or highway, direct access to such road or highway from individual
lots, units or buildings shall not be permitted Minor roads within the PUD shall not be directly
connected with roads outside of the PUD, unless the County determines such connections are
necessary to maintain the County's road network.
(e) Snow Storage. Adequate areas shall be provided to store snow removed from the internal street
network and from off-street parking areas.
The property is currently served by adequate existing roadways.
Emergency vehicles can access the site from U.S. Highway 131 along Ute Creek Road to the subject
property. The existing internal road network is sufficient for this purpose. The proposed new road
design requires deviation from the County road standards including surface material, width, grade,
and drainage system (ditch vs. curb and gutter) for the roads. The BoCC approved the road standard
deviations requested.
Access to the site is provided via Ute Creek Road (the Eagle County Landfill Road). Secondary
access is from Cache Creek Road which is a ranch road. If the surrounding property is ever
developed, this ranch road will be upgraded to satisfy County standards.
Sufficient land area either adjacent to the road network or on each individual lot exists to
accommodate adequate snow storage.
STANDARD: Compatihility with Surrounding Land Uses. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (9)] -The development
proposed for the PUD shall be compatible with the character of surrounding land z~rses.
The proposed expansion will be consistent with existing uses approved in 1996 and will employ greater
control over on-site activities.
As has been demonstrated over the past thirteen years, the subject property is a viable location for this type
of land use due to its centralized location in Eagle County and relative isolation with the Eagle County
Landfill as the closest neighbor.
STANDARD: Consistency with Comprehensive Plan. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (10)] -The PUD shall be
consistent with the Conaprehe»sive Plan, including, but not limited to, the Future band Use Map (FLUM).
The consideration of the relevant master plans during sketch plan review is on a broad conceptual level,
i. e, how a proposal compares to basic planning principles. As a development proposal moves from sketch
plan to preliminary plan review, its conformance or lack thereof to aspects of the master plans may not
necessarily remain static.
FAf_T.F C`(1TTNTV ('f1MPRF,~iFN~iVF, Pi.AN
L
Q)
U
c3 „r',~
U
fl
~
~
U
A V1
+~-~ U
L
rn
U
~
U U
j
N
~ ~'
.. _
y,,, L L ~+^ L '~I
o ° ~ ° ~ ° ~~ G
3 3~ n~ wa w
V v~ wcG 2 ~ c c
Conformance X X X X
Non Conformance
Mixed X X X X X
Conformance
Not Applicable X
General Development - "Those attributes that support quality of life options unique to Eagle County today should
be preserved for future generations ". The existing Ute Creek Industrial Park PUD and the proposed Ute Creek
Storage PUD Expansion provide a continued need in the County for the types of industrial uses proposed. The
location of the development and the uses contained therein minimizes negative visual impacts that might otherwise
be located along the Eagle Valley floor. The site is visible from Bellyache Ridge and portions of Red Sky Ranch,
however, lighting /glare, and not the specific on-site activities, are of greater concern when viewed from across the
valley. The proposed development does propose to maintain approximately 43% of the land area involved in this
application as open space and will serve to protect the Ute Creek Drainage channel and associated riparian areas.
"Growth should be managed toward future sustainability - a healthy balance between economic success, quality of
life and the preservation of the environment ". This development proposes to expand to accommodate the needs of
the County's growing economy. Appropriate location for the less desirable uses driving a healthy economy are
accommodated by this development and is necessary consistent with the determination of the Board of County
Connnissioners in 1995.
"Open corridors between towns and community centers should be preserved. " This development helps to alleviate
the pressure upon more highly visible properties within the Eagle Valley, thereby indirectly assisting with the goal
of preserving open corridors.
"Development should be fully responsible for the mitigation of development related impacts upon both the natural
and built environments. " This PUD expansion proposal provides an opportunity for the County to ensure that the
property owner maintains full responsibility for the mitigation of development related impacts associated with the
Ute Creek Industrial Park PUD through more rigorous enforcement, control and implementation of the governing
PUD.
Economic Resources - "A healthy, attractive business environment, appropriate to the area's character and
resources, should be fostered. " This development will help to ensure that intensive commercial /industrial
development occurs in a location that is compatible with surrounding uses.
"Commercial uses should be appropriately scaled and should be located within towns and community centers. "
The development of new service commercial and industrial uses in suitable locations should be allowed provided
such uses are properly buffered from surrounding properties. This proposed expansion is in response to demand for
industrial use locations within the County and which would be incompatible with the character of existing town and
community centers.
Housing - "Affordable workforce housing should be located near job centers. ", and
"Land use planning objectives should promote an appropriate amount of workforce housing. ", and
"Development should share responsibility for fulfilling Eagle County's workforce needs. "
The proposed expansion does propose living accommodations for a future on-site caretaker of up to 2000 square
feet.
The PUD Guide also includes language requiring the provision of local resident housing at such time that any
permanent habitable structure is introduced onto the site. Said plan would be reviewed concurrently with the
required (also proposed) Limited Review or Special Use review process.
At the time of PUD Sketch Plan approval, the Board of County Commissioners approved the following affordable
housing mitigation:
"After consideration of the existing yards located in the existing Ute Creek Planned Unit
Development, we believe that a reasonable employee generation rate associated with these outdoor
storage yards is one employee per two acres. The availability of these yards is not a fundamental
need or requirement of most of the companies that locate here. Rather, it is a benefit perhaps
allowing them to operate more efficiently. An inventory of the s ite shows that some of the yards are
used for more permanent storage of materials while others are more actively used. Therefore, we
believe that the availability of outdoor storage yards would reasonably relate to the addition of one
full time employee per two acres of yard area.
Based on the proposed expansion of the Ute Creek Industrial Service Park PUD to include an
additional 18.9 acres of yard space, we calculate that this expansion would relate to 9. S
employees. The nexus established in the existing Eagle County Housing Guidelines is that a
commercial or industrial development provide for 20% of the housing impact generated. Using
Eagle County Housing Guidelines formulas, 9.5 employees resarlts in a demand for 4.3 housing
units. Understanding that Eagle County is considering raising the percentage requirement to (at
least) 30%, the requisite number of housing units related to this 18.9 acre yard expansion would be
1.3 dwelling units. "
In this instance, the Board determined that the on-site caretaker's unit will satisfy the housing mitigation guidelines
Infrastructure and Services - "To preserve mountain character, county roads should be adequate and safe for their
intended use, but not over-designed " The roads serving the development provide adequate access for emergency
responders. Tl~e proposed new road design requires deviation from the County road standards including surface
material, width, grade, and drainage system (ditch vs. curb and gutter) for the roads.
"Exemplary emergency and community services should be available to all residents, visitors and second home
owners. " This proposal was referred to the potentially affected emergency and service providers for comment.
Please reference the attached e-mail dated June 4, 2009 from Tom Wagenlander with the Greater Eagle Fire
Protection District wherein the owners have annexed the Ute Creek Storage Expansion PUD into the District's
boundaries and have worked out solutions regarding defensible space, dry hydrant locations, water storage for
caretaker's facility and possible sprinkling of the structure, storage of flammable materials and gated entrance
allowing quick access by the FPD.
Water Resources - "Protect the long term viability of both ground and surface water sources. " This existing
development and proposed expansion has operated without reliance upon either a public water system or well water
and is proposed to continue in this manner. Landscaping introduced around the caretaker's residence shall be
drought tolerant.
At Sketch Plan, the Department of Environmental Health requested the following to protect the long term viability
of both ground and surface water sources:
A Stormwater Management Plan shall be submitted to Eagle County Environmental Health for
approval and must include the following:
• Specifics on what measures will be utilized to clean up any off site sedimentation. Should impacts
be realized off-site, the development would be subject to the Commercial and Industrial
Performance Standards as specified in the Eagle County Land Use Regulations, as amended.
• Require notification to Eagle County Engineering and Environmental Health of any failure of the
erosion control measures
• Specific information on what actions will be taken in the event the plan is insufficient or noticeable
off-site impacts are realized.
• Submit a detailed materials handling and spill prevention plan.
• Contact information for the person available at all times, responsible for immediately addressing
non-compliance issues.
• Trash/waste storage implies enforcement through the County; it is recommended that maintenance
of the property and its associated waste materials be a function of the Property Owners
Association.
• Due to the proximity of the site to Ute Creek and ground water resources, all ISDS systems will
need to accomplish advanced wastewater treatment and be designed by a Registered Professional
Engineer.
Through this Preliminary Plan process the applicant has worked directly with the Department of Environmental
Health and the PUD Guide addresses the above concerns.
"Water conservation efforts by all water users in Eagle County should be implemented. " This existing
development and proposed expansion has operated without reliance upon either a public water system or well water
and is proposed to continue in this manner.
"Surface and groundwater supplies should be protected from agricultural, industrial and development related
impacts. " The development will provide a buffer area of natural vegetation between the on-site activities and Ute
Creek.
`Aquatic and riparian habitats should be protected from agricultural, industrial and development related
impacts. " The development will provide a buffer area of natural vegetation between the on-site activities and Ute
Creek.
Wildlife Resources - "The quality, integrity and interconnected nature of critical wildlife habitat in Eagle County
should be preserved. " This proposal will preserve a significant stretch of Ute Creek as open space thereby
protecting wildlife habitat and riparian areas.
"Broad development patterns and the cumulative impacts of incremental development on wildlife habitat and
wildlife populations should be accounted for in the decision making process. ", and
"Measures designed to protect wildlife from human activities and disturbances should be implemented and
enforced. " The Colorado Division of Wildlife did not respond to this Preliminary Plan application, however; at the
time of Sketch Plan, CDOW provided the following comments:
The project is located in critical mule deer habitat (winter range, concentration area, severe winter
range, migration corridor), elk winter range, bald eagle winter range and sage grouse overall range.
Wildlife habitat values have been impacted by the existing development but not to a significant
extent.
The Wolcott area still provides a considerable amount of critical wildlife habitat. The Eagle
County Landfill and Ute Creek Industrial Park both had mitigation plans that have been
implemented.
• The project site consists of native sagebrush, mountain shrub, old pastures, and intermittent
drainage.
• Beyond the direct loss of habitat, the current use of the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park, by the
nature of its operations, has had minimal wildlife impacts.
• Since this project is only at Sketch Plan, the DOW cannot accurately assess the wildlife impact.
For the County's and the applicant's use for future discussions, the following items require
additional information:
• Fencing -will the six foot high chain link fencing be around the entire property or individual lots?
Six foot chain link fencing will be allowed only around individual lots. The exterior boundaries of
all open space areas will not be fenced.
• Will the open space along Ute Creek be fenced to improve the riparian habitat? The PUD Guide
requires lot owners or tenants to fence any boundary contigarous to open space prior to utilizing
the adjacent lots.
• Updated wildlife maps with the project overlay to accurately assess the number of acres to be
impacted. Accurate, current maps have been provided with this application.
• The level and extent of perimeter fencing to determine the impacts to mule deer migration corridor.
All of the lots, with the exception of Lot 1, will be permitted to be fenced along their perimeter
boundaries.
• A wildlife plan for the project. The proposed expansion will make more efficient use of the land
located on either side of the existing roadways and extend the development to the east. Total new
acreage added for development purposes is approximately 21 acres.
The new lots proposed within the boundaries of the existing P UD are in an area previously
covered by a Wildlife Mitigation Plan which required wildlife habitat enhancement at a rate of 1.5
acres: 1 acre.
To address any new wildlife impacts created by this proposed expansion, a large open space area
is provided primarily located on either side of the Ute Creek Drainage. This is a continuous area
of approximately 42 acres creating a wide corridor along the south eastern side of the
development. The vegetative character of this area is diverse and will be set aside for the
permanent benefit of wildlife. A total of an additional 28 acres of open space is being permanently
dedicated for the additional lot development acreage of 21 acres.
Given these measures, it is anticipated that the expanded project should continue to have minimal wildlife impacts.
Sensitive Lands - "Development should avoid areas of significant natural hazard. ", and "The mitigation of natural
hazards should be done in a manner that protects the integrity of the natural environnaerrt and the visual quality of
the area. "The Colorado Geological Survey response dated June 26, 2009 offers the following comments in this
regard:
• Recent debris flow hazards in Lots 40-42.
• Rockfall Hazards in Lot 42. The applicant proposes that rockfall hazards be evaluated when development
occurs. CGS concurs.
• Potential Slope Instability in Lots 3 and 4. Setbacks from the steep bank slopes were recommended in
2006 (during Sketch Plan). Documents suggest that the applicant is willing to provide such setbacks. It
would be prudent to have the setbacks fully dimensioned on the plat.
• Construction Related Slope Instability on Lot 15. Previous comments related to numerous driveways on
steep slopes. Consolidation of the lots and use of an existing access mitigates most of the issues. If large
cuts and fills are proposed in the future, a slope stability analysis should be required prior to grading.
Landslide Hazards adjacent to Lots 40-42. The applicant proposed to locate lots outside of mapped
landslide areas. However; the geologic hazard evaluation by Young did not include a map. CGS was
unable to verify that the landslide areas shown of the PUD correspond to those mapped by Dr. Young. It
does appear that lots are located outside of the landslide areas outlined in Eagle County's geologic hazard
maps. Even though lots may be located immediately outside mapped landslide areas, excavation in to the
toe of an old stable landslide can cause renewed slope movement. Such excavation should not be done
without an evaluation of slope stability.
CGS recommends that debris flow hazards be comprehensively provided as a public improvement by the
developer versus on a lot-by-lot basis by individual lot tenants. This recommendation is critical if occupied
structures will be built in areas with potential debris flow hazards.
At Final Plat, it must be demonstrated that the recommendations of the Colorado Geological Survey have been
addressed. (Condition No. 6)
At the time of PUD Sketch Plan, the Colorado Historical Society indicated that no sensitive historic or
archaeological sites are present in the project area.
The proposed development will preserve 43% of the total land area involved as passive open space inclusive of Ute
Creek and adjacent riparian areas.
Enviromnental Quality - "Lighting plans that reduce nuisance glare and protect the quality of the might sky shoa~~ld
be encouraged. " The DRAFT PUD Guide introduces lighting standards requiring downcast fixtures not to exceed
20 feet in height.
Future Land Use Map (FLUM) -The Future Land Use Map found in the Comprehensive Plan defers to the Wolcott
Area Community Plan which does not provide a specific recommended land use other than, "Proposed land uses
(outside the Wolcott activity center should resolve potential impacts through appropriate design n~easnres and
ensure compatibility n~ith adjacent land uses. "The plan further states that, "The appropriate locatiorz for industrial
uses within the Wolcott Area is in the vicinity of the Eagle County Landitll ".
WOLCOTT AREA COMMUNITY PLAN
Administration and Natural and Cultural Design and Land
Process Resources Character Use
Conformance X1 X2 X3 X4
Non
Conformance
Mixed
Conformance
Not
Applicable
X1 Administration and Process: "Ensure detailed and comprehensive analysis of land use proposals to ensure
adequate service, public safety and minimal impacts to natural resources by incorporating the following
strategies:
l) "Development proposals for the Ute Creek basin should be reviewed wider the Special Use Permit (SUP)
or Planned Unit Development (PUD) process." The development is proposed as a PUD.
2) "All land use proposals should conform to the goals, policies, objectives and intents of this plan and all
other applicable master plans, service plans, or land management plans." The proposal does conform to the
goals, policies, objectives and intents of this plan and all other applicable master plans, service plans, or
land management plans.
X2 Natural and Cultural Resources:
1) Visual Quality. Ensure that impacts to existing visual quality are avoided by incorporating the following
strategies:
a) Viewshed Protection: The proposed PUD Guide represents an improvement over the existing PUD
Guide because it now adequately addresses the use of natural colors and nonreflective
construction materials; sets forth on-site lighting requirements; performance standards for
grading, revegetation, and on site storage. All of these items will aid in minimizing any visual
impact when viewed from Bellyache Ridge or Red Sky Ranch.
2) Water Quality. Ensure that activities and development in Ute Creek avoids impacts to the quality of
surface and ground water in the area by incorporating the following strategies:
a) Water Service: Potable water, if necessary, will be bottled or trucked in and stored in cisterns, as
is the case with the proposed caretaker's residence. Water for fire fighting purposes must also be
made available by the lot tenants as may be necessary based upon the specific use and/or presence
of structures. The frre fighting suppression systems will be reviewed and approved by the Greater
Eagle FPD.
b) Surface and Ground Water Protection: The proposed PUD encompasses a continuous area of
approximately d2 acres creating a wide corridor along the south eastern side of the development.
The vegetative character of this area is diverse and will be set aside for the permanent benefit of
wildlife. The North West Colorado Council of Governments e-mail response dated June 29, 2009
(attached) states that NWCCOG has no issues with the proposal. NWCCOG evaluates land use
proposal for compliance with the Regional 208 Plan inclusive of best management practices for
stormwater management. Performance standards have been incorporated into the DRAFT PUD
Guide to address drainage structures, culverts, erosion control devices, detention ponds and on-
going maintenance. All lot owners or tenants within the PUD are required to obtain a Colorado
State Pollution Discharge Permit and fully comply with the National Pollution Discharge System
Permit Requirements to ensure that stormwater entering the stormwater drainage system has been
treated as may be necessary to remove polhrtion and eastrre compliance with Federal Clean Watet°
Standards. Standards have been included to regulate on-site storage of fuel and other petroleum
products and site specific Hazardous Materials Contingency Plans are required prior to use or
storage of any hazardous substance on any lot. ,These Plarzs constitute the Hazardozs .Substance
Management Plan for the Ute Creek Storage Expansion PUD and shall be kept by the Manager
and the Greater Eagle Fire Department.
3) Air Quality. Avoid impacts to the quality of the local air shed by incorporating the following strategies:
a) Emissions: Hazardous material handling plans are required on a case-by-case. Any strzrctzrre
requiring a building permit will be required to satisfy the EcoBuild regulations.
b) Dust Control The applicant is requesting a deviation•from the reguirenzerzt to pave all roads to
minimize dust. The DRAFT PUD Guide specifies that the Property Owner's Association is
responsible for controlling fugitive dust on the access roads. The individual lot owners and/or
tenants are responsible for dust mitigation on their respective lots. Grading and revegetation, as
necessary, shall comply with all applicable grading and erosion control standards.
c) Monitoring and Compliance: All uses must adhere to state and local standards for air quality
preservation.
4) Sensitive Lands, Hazards and Habitat. Avoid hazard areas, and avoid impacts to sensitive lands, wildlife
habitat and ecosystem integrity in the Ute Creek drainage by incorporating the following strategies:
a) Mapping and Protection: The proposal addresses the comments set forth by the CDOW during
Sketch Plan and by providing current wildlife mapping as well as ~2 acres encompassing the Ute
Creek Drainage and associated wetland /riparian areas. The Colorado Geological Survey
identified potential rockfall and landslide hazards; the proposal responds through avoidance and
mitigation. The CGS recommends that debris flow mitigation be installed by the developer as part
of the public improvements. (Condition No. 6)
b) Monitoring and Compliance: The Ute Creek Drainage will be protected as private, passive Open
Space and the development-impact on wildlife has been mitigated via a Wildlife Mitigation Plan
which required wildl fe habitat enhancement at a rate of 1.5:1. Ongoing monitoring and
compliance will be a primary responsibility of the storage/industrial park manager.
5) Cultural Resources. Preserve cultural and archeological sites in the Ute Creek Basin, incorporating the
following strategies:
a) Inventory and Protect: The Colorado State Historical Society does catalog sites of cultural and
archeological significance but did not respond to this application. No readily apparent cultural or
archeological resozrrces were observed within the developable area of the proposed Ute Creek
Storage PUD Expansion.
X3 Design and Character:
1) Character. Preserve and/or enhance the existing character of the Ute Creek Basin by incorporating the
following strategies:
a) Character of Developed Areas: The proposed expansion is consistent with the objective to
maintain a perception of a well-kept and well-managed landfill, contractor storage and light
industrial operations.
b) Character of Undeveloped Areas: This proposal satisfes the objective of nzaintairzi»g and /or work
to enhance the quality and open character of undeveloped private lands in the Ute Creek basin.
The proposed developable portion of the expansion area is located primarily in previously
disturbed areas. The proposal also encompasses 47+ acres of private open space that will serve as
a natural buffer from future development helping to maintain and enhance the quality and open
character of undeveloped private lands..
2) Development Pattern. Ensure an efficient, functional layout of developed areas by incorporating the
following strategies:
a) Efficiency and Visual Impacts: The proposed PUD does posi[ion land uses of the type proposed in
a rationale and orderly fashion. Standards are proposed to ensure that viszral quality and sensitive
lands will not be negatively impacted The existing and proposed road network is or will be
designed and installed in a manner that assures safe, efficient access to all destinations, while
avoiding impacts to visual quality, sensitive lands andcultural resources. The PUD proposed
lighting standards that do not exist in the current P UD.
b) Preservation and Open Space: The PUD proposal addresses wildlife, riparian and wetland
preservation by placing a portion of Ute Creek into private open space. Management of this land
is by preventing human intervention.
X4 Land Use:
I) Compatible Mix. Maiiztain an appropriate mix of land uses based on demonstrated need t/zat are
compatible with landfill operations and the natural resources in the area by incorporating the following
strategies:
a) Adequate Infrastructure and Services: The proposed PUD does have adequate access,
infrastructure and fire and life safety services available for the types and intensity of uses
proposed. All necessary public infrastructures will be in place prior to the occt+pation of the
expanded use area. The applica~~t has provided detailed analysis of the traffic impacts associated
with the proposed expansion; addressing both on-site and off-site impacts.
b) Compatibility with Landfill and Light Industrial Operations: The proposed expansion area and
uses proposed are compatible with the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park and the Eagle County
Landfill
c) Land Use in the Event of a Land Trade: This strategy is not applicable.
d) Sending Area for a TDR Program: This strategy is not applicable.
EAGLE COUNTY OPEN SPACE PLAN
Land Use
Open Space Unique
Char.
Visual
Development
Hazards
Wildlife
Cooperation Provision Preservation Quality Patterns
Conformanc
e X X X X X
Non
Conformanc
e
Mixed
Conformanc X
e
Not X
Applicable
Open Space Provision: 32.5% of the proposed project area is proposed as passive open space.
Unique Character Preservation: The subject property is not located within and does not encompass any unique land
forms.
Visual Quality The location of the subject property is designated as `Class 3 -moderately constrained'. As
mentioned previously in this report, concern with the visual quality of the existing /proposed development when
viewed from distant vantage points is relative to nighttime illumination and glare. The DRAFT PUD Guide
incorporates lighting standards requiring downcast lighting of up to 20 feet in height. Further, lighting will be
limited to that necessary for safety and security.
Development Patterns: The existing /proposed development is consistent with established development patterns in
this vicinity of Wolcott.
Hazards: The Colorado Geological Survey response dated June 26, 2009 offers the following comments in this
regard:
^ Recent debris flow hazards in Lots 40-42.
^ Rockfall Hazards in Lot 42. The applicant proposes that rockfall hazards be evaluated when development
occurs. CGS concurs.
^ Potential Slope Instability in Lots 3 and 4. Setbacks from the steep bank slopes were recommended in
2006 (during Sketch Plan). Documents suggest that the applicant is willing to provide such setbacks. It
would be prudent to have the setbacks fully dimensioned on the plat.
^ Construction Related Slope Instability on Lot 15. Previous comments related to numerous driveways on
steep slopes. Consolidation of the lots and use of an existing access mitigates most of the issues. If large
cuts and fills are proposed in the future, a slope stability analysis should be required prior to grading.
^ Landslide Hazards adjacent to Lots 40-42. The applicant proposed to locate lots outside of mapped
landslide areas. However; the geologic hazard evaluation by Young did not include a map. CGS was
unable to verify that the landslide areas shown of the PUD correspond to those mapped by Dr. Young. It
does appear that lots are located outside of the landslide areas outlined in Eagle County's geologic hazard
maps. Even though lots may be located immediately outside mapped landslide areas, excavation in to the
toe of an old stable landslide can cause renewed slope movement. Such excavation should not be done
without an evaluation of slope stability.
^ CGS recommends that debris flow hazards be comprehensively provided as a public improvement by the
developer versus on a lot-by-lot basis by individual lot tenants. This recommendation is critical if occupied
structures will be built in areas with potential debris flow hazards.
At Final Plat, it must be demonstrated that the recommendations of the Colorado Geological Survey have been
addressed. (Condition No. 6)
Wildlife: The Colorado Division of Wildlife did not respond to this Preliminary Plan application, however; at the
time of Sketch Plan, CDOW provided the following comments:
• The project is located in critical mule deer habitat (winter range, concentration area, severe winter
range, migration corridor), elk winter range, bald eagle winter range and sage grouse overall range.
• Wildlife habitat values have been impacted by the existing development but not to a significant
extent.
• The Wolcott area still provides a considerable amount of critical wildlife habitat. The Eagle
County Landfill and Ute Creek Industrial Park both had mitigation plans that have been
implemented.
• The project site consists of native sagebrush, mountain shrub, old pastures, and intermittent
drainage.
• Beyond the direct loss of habitat, the current use of the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park, by the
nature of its operations, has had minimal wildlife impacts.
• Since this project is only at Sketch Plan, the DOW cannot accurately assess the wildlife impact.
For the County's and the applicant's use for future discussions, the following items require
additional information:
/ Fencing -will the six foot high chain link fencing be around the entire property or individual
lots? Six foot chain link fencing will be allowed only around individual lots. The exterior
boundaries of all open space areas will not be fenced.
/ Will the open space along Ute Creek be fenced to improve the riparian habitat? The PUD
Guide requires lot owners or tenants to fence any bozlndary contiguous to open space prior to
utilizing the adjacent lots.
/ Updated wildlife maps with the project overlay to accurately assess the number of acres to be
impacted. Accurate, current maps have been provided with this application.
/ The level and extent of perimeter fencing to determine the impacts to mule deer migration
corridor. All of the lots, with the exception of Lot 1, will be permitted to be fenced along their
perimeter boundaries.
/ A wildlife plan for the project. The proposed expansion will make more efficient use of the
land located on either side of the existing roadways and extend the development to the east.
Total new acreage added for development purposes is approximately 21 acres.
The new lots proposed within the boundaries of the existing PUD are in an area previously
covered by a Wildlife Mitigation Plan which required wildlife habitat enhancement at a rate of
1.5:1.
To address any new wrldlrfe impacts created by this proposed expansion, a large open space
area is provided primarily located on either side of the Ute Creek Drainage. This is a
continuous area of approximately 42 acres creating a wide corridor along the south eastern
side of the development. The vegetative character of this area is diverse and will be set aside
for the permanent benefit of wildlife. A total of an additional 28 acres of open space is being
permanently dedicated for the additional lot development acreage of 21 acres.
Given these measures, it is anticipated that the expanded project should continue to have minimal wildlife impacts.
EAGLE RIVER WATERSHED PLAN
Water Quantity Water Quality Wildlife Recreation Land Use
Conformance
X
X
Non
Conformance
Mixed
Conformance
Not X X X
Applicable
Land Use: The proposed development will set aside that portion of the property which Ute Creek runs through as
privately owned open space.
Wildlife: Pursuant to the CDOW Sketch Plan response: Wildlife Habitat values have been impacted by the existing
development but not to a significant extent; the Wolcott area still provides a considerable amount of critical wildlife
habitat. The Eagle County Landfill and Ute Creek Industrial Park both had mitigation plans that have been
implemented; the project site consists of native sagebrush, mountain shrub, old pastures, and intermittent drainage,
and; beyond the direct loss of habitat, the current use of the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park, by the nature of its
operations, has had minimal wildlife impacts.
STANDARD: Phasing [Section 5-240.F.3.e (11)] -The Preliminary Plan for PUD shall include a
phasing plan for the development. If development of the PZID is proposed to occur in phases, then
guarantees shall be provided for public improvements and amenities that are necessary and desirable for
residents of the project, or that are of benefit to the entire County. Such public improvements shall be
constructed with the fast phase of the project, or, if this is not possible, then as early in the project as is
reasonable.
The proposed expansion is to occur in one phase.
STANDARD: Common Recreation and Open Space. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (12)] -
The PUD shall comply with the following conrrnon recreation and open space standards.
(a) Mdnimrrm Area. It is recommended that a minimum of 25% of the total PUD area shall be devoted
to open air recreation or other usable open space, public or quasi public. In addition, the PUD
shall provide a minimum of ten (10) acres of common recreation acrd usable open space lands for
every one thousand (1,000) persons who are residents of the PUD. In order to calculate the
number of residents of the PUD, the number of proposed dwelling units shall be multiplied by two
and sixty-three hundredths (2.63), which is the average number of persons that occupy each
dwelling unit in Eagle County, as determined in the Eagle County Master Plan.
(b) Areas that Do Not Count as Open Space. Parking and loading areas, street right-of--ways, and
areas with slopes greater than thirty (30) percent shall not count toward usable open space.
(c) Areas t/rat Count as Open Space. Water bodies, lands within critical wildlife habitat areas,
riparian areas, and one hundred (100) year floodplains, as defrned in these Land Use Regulations,
that are preserved as open space shall count towards this minimum standard, even when they are
not usable by or accessible to the residents of the PUD. All other open space lands shall be
conveniently accessible from all occupied structures within the PUD.
(d) Improvements Required. All common open space and recreational facilities shall be shown on the
Preliminary Plan for PUD and shall be constructed and fully improved according to the
development schedule established for each development phase of the PUD.
(e) Continuing Use and Maintenance. All privately owned common open space shall continue to
conform to its intended use, as specified on the Preliminary Plan for PUD. To ensure that all the
common open space identified in the PUD will be used as common open space, restrictions and/or
covenants shall be placed irr each deed to ensure their maintenance and to prohibit the division of
any cornrnon open space.
(~ Organization. If common open space is proposed to be maintained through an association or
nonprofit corporation, such organization shall manage all common open space and recreational
and cultural facilities that are not dedicated to the public, and shall provide for the maintenance,
administration and operation ofsuch land and any other land within the PUD notpublicly owned,
and secure adequate liability insurance on the land. The association or nonprofit corporation shall
be established prior to the sale of any lots or units within the PUD. Membership in the association
or nonprofit corporation shall be mandatory for all landowners within the PUD.
43% of the project area will be preserved as natural, passive open space. No manmade improvements to
the open space are proposed or required. Said open space will remain in private ownership.
STANDARD: Natural Resource Protection. [Section 5-240.F.3.e (13)] -The PUD shall consider the
recommendations made by the applicable analysis docznnenLs, as well as the recommendations of referral
agencies as specified in Article 4, Division ~, Natural Resource Protection Standards.
The PUD endeavors to protect the natural resources while concurrently providing the type of industrial
space necessary to serve Eagle County.
Pursuant to Eagle County Land Use Regulations Section 5-280.B.3.e. Standards for the review of a
Preliminary Plan for Subdivision:
STANDARD: Consistent wit/t Comprehensive Plan. [Section 5-280.B.3.e (I )] B The proposed
subdivision shall be consistent with the Eagle County Comprehensive Plan and the FL UM of the
Comprehensive Plan.
Please reference the Comprehensive Plan evaluation detailed above.
STANDARD: Consistent with Land Ilse Regulations. [Section 5-280.B.3.e (2)] B The proposed
subdivision shall comply with all of the standarc?~ of this Section and all other provisions of these Land Use
Regulations, including, but not limited to, the applicable standards of Article 3, Zone Districts, and Article
4, Site Development Standards.
c~ cL 4~,
~
U ~ ~
U ~ ~
ci ~
~
Article 4, Site Development
w ~
~, ~ w
~ ~
o ~ •-
n,
Standards Conditions
.~ ~ .~ z ~
J ~ ~ C/1
W CG ~ C~ Q W 2
Off-Street Parkin~7 and Loading
X Standards (Division 4-1)
Landscaping and Illumination Standards
X (Division 4-2)
X Sign Regulations (Division 4-3)
X Wildlife Protection (Section 4-410)
X Geologic Hazards (Section 4-420) Condition No. 6
X Wildfire Protection (Section 4-430)
X Wood ]3urning Controls (Section 4-440)
X Ridgeline Protection (Section 4-450)
X Environmentallmpact Report (Section
4-460)
Commercial and Industrial Performance
Standards (Division 4-5)
X Noise and Vibration (Section 4-520)
X Smoke and Particulates (Section 4-530)
~ ~
~
U ;,
w ~
U ~
w
~
~
Article 4, Site Development
Conditions
~, ~
~° =
~ ~
~ ~
=
~ ~,
o ~
z n.
Q Standards
~
~
U ~
~
'~ ~. ;~
W CL va f~ D W Z
X Heat, Glare, Radiation and Electrical
Interference (Section 4-540)
X Storage of Hazardous and Non-
hazardous Materials (Section 4-550)
X Water Quality Standards (Section 4-560) Satisfies Regiona1208 Plan
X Roadway Standards (Section 4-620) New proposed roads require deviation.
X Sidewalk and Trail Standards (Section
4-630)
X Irrigation System Standards (Section 4-
640)
X Drainage Standards (Section 4-650)
X Grading and Erosion Control Standards
(Section 4-660)
X Utility and Lighting Standards (Section
4-670)
X Water Supply Standards (Section 4-680)
X Sanitary Sewage Disposal Standards
(Section 4-690)
impact Fees and Land Dedication
~ Condition No. 2
i S~andal'd5 ~~I\'ISIOn ~-7~
STANDARD: Spatial Pattern Slrall Be Effrcient. [Section 5-280.B.3.e (3)] B The proposed subdivision
shall be located and designed to avoid creating spatial patterns that cause inefficiencies in the delivery of
public services, or require duplication or premature extension of public facilities, or result in a "leapfrog"
pattern of development.
(1) Utility and Road Extensions. Proposed utility extensions shall be consistent with the utility's service
plan or shall require prior County approval of rnr amendment to the service plan Proposed road
extensions shall be consistent with the Eagle COUITIV Road Capital Improvements Plan.
(2) Serve Ultimate Population. Utility lines shall be sized to serve the plamred ultimate population of the
service area to avoid future land disruption to upgrade under-sized lines.
(3) Coordinate Utility Extensions. Generally, utility extensions shall only be allowed when the entire
range of necessary facilities can be provided, rather than incrementally extending a single service into
an otherwise un-served area.
The proposed subdivision is located such that it would not result in a `leapfrog' pattern of development and
the site already has electric service.
STANDARD: Suitabi/ity for Development. [Section 5-280.B.3.e (4)] B The property proposed to be
subdivided shall be suitable for development, considering its topography, environmental resources and
natural or human-made hazards that may affect the potential development of the property, and existing and
probable future public improvements to the area.
No natural or human-made hazards have been identified that would preclude successful development of the
subject property. The recommendations of the Colorado Geological Survey are suggested as conditions of
approval (Condition No. 6)
STANDARD: Compatible with Surrounding Uses. [Section 5-280.B.3.e (5)] B The proposed subdivision
shall be compatible with the character of existing land uses in the area and shall not adversely affect the
future development of the surrounding area.
Please refer to the Compatibility discussion above.
ECLUR Section: 5-230 Amendments to the Text of Tltese Land Use Regulations Official Zone
District Map
Section Purpose: The purpose of this Section is to provide a means for changing the boundaries of
the Official Zone District Map or any other map incorporated in these Regulations
by reference, and for changing the text of these Land Use Regulations. It is not
intended to relieve particzdar hardships, or to confer special privileges or rights
on any person, but only to make necessary adjustments in light of changed
conditions.
Standards: Section 5-230.D. No change in zoning shall be allowed unless in the sole
discretion of the Board of County Commissioners, the change is justified in that
the advantages of the use requested substantially outweigh the disadvantages to
the County and neighboring lands. In making such a determination, the Planning
Commission and the Board of County Commissioners shall consider the
application submittal requirements and standards.
STANDARD: Consistency wid: the Comprehensive Plan. [Section 5-230.D.1J Does the proposed
amendment consider the purposes and intents of the Comprehensive Plan, all ancillary County adopted
Specialty and Community Plan documents, and is it consistent with all relevant goals, policies,
implementation strategies and Future Land Use Map designations including but not necessarily limited to
the following:
Please reference the Comprehensive Plan evaluation detailed above
STANDARD: Compatible with Surrounding Uses. [Section 5-230.D.2J Does the prroposal provide
compatibility with the type, intensity, character and scale of existing and permissible land uses surrounding
the subject property? Dimensional limitations of the proposed zone distr°ict, when applied, should result in
development that will be harmonious with the physical character of existing neighborhood(s) surrounding
the subject property.
Please reference the Compatibility evaluation detailed above.
STANDARD: Plrblic Benefit. Section 5-230.D.3J Does the proposal address a demonstrated comrnimity
need or otherwise result in one or more particular public benefits that offset the impacts of the proposed
uses requested, inclzrding but not limited to: Affordable local resident housing; childcare facilities; madti-
modal transportation, public recreational opportunities; infrastructure improvements; preservation of
agriculture/sensitive lands.
This proposed PUD expansion will make available additional acreage for construction contractors to store
their equipment and supplies. The location is centrally accessible and is outside of the I-70, U.S. Hwy 6,
and Highway l 31 view corridors. The site provides industrial /storage to serve the needs of the
community with minimum visual and traffic impacts. The provision of this type of space reduces
proliferation of these types of uses along the valley floor.
STANDARD: Change of Circumstances. Section 5-230.D.4J Does the proposal address or respond to a
beneficial material change that has occurred to the immediate neighborhood or to the greater Eagle
Coimry community?
Over the past thirteen years, the subject property has proven to be a viable location for this type of land use
due to its centralized location in Eagle County and relative isolation with the Eagle County Landfill as the
closest neighbor.
The industrial park has experienced a number of activities occurring on the site over the years which are
not contemplated by the existing PUD. The proposed expansion will be consistent with existing uses
approved in 1996 and will employ greater control over on-site activities.
The proposed expansion responds to an increased need, present economic conditions aside, for a
centralized location to accommodate the county's industrial and construction related operations.
STANDARD: Adequate Lrfrastructcrre. [Section ~-230.D.~J Is the property subject to the proposal
served by adegz~rate roads, water, sewer and other public use facilities?
As with the existing Ute Creek Industrial Park PUD, permanent facilities for potable water supply and
sewage disposal are non-existent. Bottled potable water and trucked-in water for fire suppression and other
applications is proposed. Individual sewerage collection vaults or individual engineered sewerage disposal
systems are also proposed. Solid waste disposal can be easily handled at the nearby Eagle County Landfill.
Electrical supply is available on the site.
Fire protection will be provided by the Greater Eagle Fire Protection District. The Eagle County Sheriff's
Office will provide police services. With the exception of the caretaker's unit, proximity to schools is not
applicable, at the time of Final Plat; a fee in-lieu of school land dedication will be calculated based on one
unit. (Condition No. 2) The Western Eagle County Ambulance District did not respond to the referral for
this proposal, although it is anticipated that the District would be the responder in the event of an
emergency.
Despite the absence of certain facilities, the Ute Creek PUD has adequately accommodated the uses
allowed over the past thirteen years. It is reasonable to expect that the proposed expansion will function
similarly.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of the County of
Eagle, State of Colorado:
THAT, the application for approval of the Preliminary Plan for the Ure Creek Storage Planned Unit
Development Expansion be and is hereby approved, subject to compliance with the following conditions:
1. Except as otherwise modified by this development permit, all material representations made
by the Applicant in this application and in public meeting shall be adhered to and considered
conditions of approval.
2. Prior to recording the Final Plat, fees in-lieu of school land dedication will be calculated
based on one new residence and a current (not less than 6 months old) Summary Appraisal
Report.
3. The applicant commits to construct the on-site caretaker's residence and employ a caretaker
or caretakers resident(s) in such residence within 18 months from the date of Final Plat
approval; a resident caretaker shall occupy the residence at all times thereafter.
4. Housing mitigation for this proposal was determined by the Board of County Commissioners
at the time of Sketch Plan approval. It was determined that the provision of the on-site
caretaker's unit satisfies the intent of the Housing Guideline in this instance.
5. Through this Preliminary Plan process the applicant has worked directly with the Department
of Environmental Health and the PUD Guide addresses the above concerns. Prior to
recording the Ute Creek Storage Expansion PUD, the Director of Environmental Health shall
verify its accuracy.
6. All comments of the Colorado Geological Survey set forth in its letter dated June 26, 2009
shall be adequately addressed with application of the Final Plat. The provision of a geological
mitigation easement on the north side of the northern-most lots (Lots, 40, 41, 42 and 43)
satisfies the Colorado Geological Survey's concern regarding protection of structures and
activities occurring on the specified lots relative to the potential for landslide.
7. All comments of the Eagle County Engineering Department in its memorandum dated August
20, 2009 must be adequately addressed with application of the Final Plat.
8. Prior to recording the Board of County Commissioner Resolution and the Ute Creek Storage
Planned Unit Development Expansion Guide, the PUD Guide shall be revised to incorporate
verbiage delineating specifically what types of activities may occur within easements as
depicted on the PUD Preliminary Plan.
9. The location of the three water storage tank areas which are to provide water for firefighting
purposes, as well as, potable water for the on-site caretaker's unit shall be identified on the
PUD Preliminary Plan.
10. Include in the PUD Guide clarification that other than the Ute Creek Storage development on-
site caretaker's unit, residential dwellings of any type are expressly not allowed.
11. Specify in the PUD Guide that the size of the on-site caretaker's unit is restricted to a
maximum of 1,800 square feet with a one car garage.
12. The Photovoltaic Farm and Micro-Hydro Electric Generation Facility uses are to be uses by
Limited Review. The PUD Guide must be amended accordingly prior to recording.
THAT, the Preliminary Plan submitted under this application and hereby approved, does constitute a "site
specific develop-nent plan" as that phrase is defined and used in C.R.S. Section 24-68-101, et seq.
THAT the Board of County Commissioners directs the Director of Community Development to provide a
copy of this Resolution to the applicant.
THAT, the Board further finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is necessary for the health,
safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the County of Eagle, State of Colorado.
THAT, the Board of County Commissioners hereby finds, determines and declares that this Resolution is
necessary for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Eagle County.
MOVED, READ AND ADOPTED b the Board of County Commissioners of the County of Eagle, State
of Colorado, at its regular meeting held this day of ~1by , 2009 nunc pro tunc to the 29th day of
September, 2009.
COUNTY OF EAGLE, STATE OF COLORADO, By and Through Its
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST:
By:
Teak J. Simd(iton '~~
Clerk to the Board of
County Commissioners
Bv:
Sara J. Fisher, Cl ' +nan
- ,
Peter F. Runyon, C ~ nmjsSioner
Commissioner
Commissioner ~~'~-~ n ~--
called, the vote was as follows:
Commissioner, Sara J. Fisher
Commissioner, Peter F. Runyon
Commissioner, Jon Stavney
This Resolution passed by
Eagle, State of Colorado.
seconded adoption of the foregoing resolution. The roll having been
~5~~
a
N
~/ ~ vote of the Board of Cormty Commissioners of the County of
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
UTE CREEK STORAGE EXPANSION PUD
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT GUIDE
September 2, 2009, Revised
A. PURPOSE
To regulate land uses, construction, and storage methods to assure orderly use
and maintenance of this storage and recycling center.
B. USES BY RIGHT
Storage
a. Outdoor storage of vehicles including but not limited to
automobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, farm equipment,
construction trailers and related equipment, provided that all
vehicles and related equipment are operable. Maintenance of
these vehicles owned or leased by the tenant or lot owner is
permitted on site. The storage of automotive or truck parts and
tires must be contained within an enclosed structure or three sided
shed. In no event are vehicular parts and tires allowed to be
stored outside.
b. Outdoor storage of operable construction equipment including but
not limited to cranes, earth moving equipment, maintenance
vehicles, trucks and trailers. Maintenance of this equipment
owned or leased by the tenant or owner of the lot is permitted on
site.
c. Outdoor storage of durable construction materials including but
not limited to wood, logs, lumber, stone, bricks, steel, metals and
glass. The outdoor storage of usable pallets is permitted provided
that the pallets are stored in an organized fashion in one location
on the lot or leased premises. Any storage of above referenced
materials must be usable and stored in an organized and
contained manner. No storage of waste lumber is permitted unless
part of an active recycling operation.
Fibers, paint, insulation and related non-durable construction
material as well as fasteners such as nails, screws and bolts must
be stored within an enclosed structure or three sided shed.
/0/79/2009
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
d. Vacant mobile homes, mobile offices, construction and container
trailers and modular construction components.
e. Outdoor storage of fuel, petroleum products and any hazardous
materials limited to that which is used by the leaseholder/owner
and not for retail or wholesale distribution. All containers must be
stored in an upright fashion in a contained portion of the site
provided with appropriate spill containment protection. Any
storage of containers less than 55 gallons must occur in an
organized fashion within a storage shed. See Paragraph #5 of
Performance Standards for further requirements.
Prior to any storage of fuel, petroleum products or hazardous
materials, an appropriately scaled site plan showing the location of
such storage, driveway access and related use of the property
must be submitted and approved by the Greater Eagle Fire
Protection District and the Eagle County Wildfire Mitigation
Manager. A signature block for the Fire Marshal shall be included
on the site plan.
The Fire Marshal may require that additional water storage or
other fire mitigation measures are provided in which case this
information shall also be placed on the site plan.
A copy of the approved plans shall be provided to the Fire District
and to the Manager of the Ute Creek Storage Expanded PUD.
As may be required by law, the applicant shall also obtain any
necessary Colorado Discharge Permitting System Permit prior to
use of the property to ensure that there is no contamination of
stormwater discharging from the site.
All storage must occur within the boundaries of each lot or leased
premises. Absolutely no storage is permitted within the rights of
way or drainage easements shown of the Final Plat.
2. Buildings and Indoor Storage
a. Temporary offices and security offices limited to modulars, mobile
homes, or office trailers.
b. Temporary structures for the purposes of protection from weather
of any and all of the storage uses listed in Part 1 above.
Prior to the construction of any of these temporary structures or
sheds on the property, the applicant shall prepare building plans
and a site plan of the property. This building plan and site plan
must be submitted for review and approval to the Manager of Ute
10/29/200)
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
Creek Storage Expanded P.U.D. and the Fire Marshal of the
Greater Eagle Fire Protection District. Due to the distance from
the nearest fire station and the limited water available for fire
protection, preference shall be given to construction using non-
combustible materials. If combustible materials are used,
additional water storage or fire mitigation measures may be
required. These mitigation measures must be shown on the
building and site plans on file with the Greater Eagle Fire
Department and the Manager of the Ute Creek Storage Expanded
PUD (Manager).
c. All sheds must have the exterior covering of a permanent nature
and all roofing material must be of non-reflective, earth-tone
materials. Non-combustible roofing materials are required.
d. All permanent buildings must be constructed in accordance with
the International Building Code as adopted by Eagle County.
3. Contractor's Storage Yards and Operations including but not limited to;
a. Stone/Masonry Contractors
b. Landscaping Contractors
c. Building Contractors
4. Earth Moving Contractors
5. Trucking Contractors
4. Recycling operations. Recycling activities shall be allowed to include
sorting, storage and processing. Recycling operations include, but are
not limited to, concrete, asphalt, brush, wood, and soil.
5. Log Home Construction;
6. General Staging Areas for off-site construction projects;
7. Waste Contractor's Storage and Maintenance Operations;
8. Saw Mill
9. One residential unit is allowed on Lot 1. The purpose of this residential
unit is to provide an on-site manage for the facility. The maximum size of
this unit shall be a 1,800 square feet with an optional one car garage.
10. No residential use is permitted on any of the lots within the Ute Creek
Storage Expansion PUD except for the caretaker unit permitted on Lot 1.
roiz~;aoo~
C. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
Any storage or use of materials within the Ute Creek Storage Expanded
PUD defined as hazardous substances by local, state or federal
regulations must comply with all applicable regulations. Owner/tenant
shall prepare a customized, Hazardous Materials Contingency Plans
approved by the Manager of the Ute Creek Storage Expanded P.U.D.
(Manager) prior to use or storage of any hazardous substance within any
Lot. Further description of what information is required to be included is
attached to this Planned Unit Development Guide as Appendix A.
These site specific, customized, Hazardous Materials Contingency Plans
shall be collected and maintained by the Manager and shall act as the
Hazardous Substance Management Plan for the Ute Creek Storage
Expansion PUD. Each plan shall also be submitted to the Greater Eagle
Fire Department.
D. LIMITED REVIEW
Permanent site constructed commercial and industrial buildings designed
for human occupancy are permitted only after Limited Review. Examples
include permanent buildings used for offices, shops and maintenance
facilities.
Provisions for potable water, waste water disposal and fire
protection shall be required to be sufficient for the size of the
building and occupancy proposed on the property.
As part of the application for Limited Review, a geotechnical
analysis of the subject property is required with sufficient
information to provide engineering parameters for the design of a
foundation and ISDS. All foundations and any waste water
treatment systems shall be designed by an engineer licensed in
the State of Colorado based on the above referenced
geotechnical analysis
A Housing Mitigation Plan shall be included in the Limited Review
Application for any new building constructed within the expanded
PUD area that is the subject of this application. (Lots
2,3,4,5,12,13, 14, and 34 through 42.) Said Housing Mitigation
Plan shall be prepared in accordance with the Eagle County
Resident Housing Guidelines.
2. Biomass Electrical Generation Facility
ioiz~i?oo~ Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
3. Photovoltaic Farm
4. Micro-Hydro Electric Generation Facility
Limited Review shall mean review by staff of the Eagle County Department of
Community Development following procedures of the Limited Review Use set
forth in Section 5-300 of the Eagle County Land Use Regulations to ensure
that infrastructure provided is sufficient for the use(s) proposed and that the
application complies with provisions of this Planned Unit Development Guide,
the Eagle County Land Use Regulations and any State or Federal
Regulations that may be applicable. Approval of this Limited Review shall be
in writing from the Director of the Department of Community Development.
E. SPECIAL USE PERMIT*
1. Salvage yard.
2. Asphalt or concrete batch plant
Special Use Permit shall mean an application submitted pursuant to the
Special Use Permit provisions contained within the Eagle County Land
Use Regulations.
F. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
All purchasers, leaseholders, occupants or users of the facility are
required to follow regulations imposed herein.
2. All drainage ways, drainage structures, culverts, erosion control devices,
detention ponds, etc., as approved and installed with the subdivision must
be maintained in good usable condition. A Property Owners Association
shall be organized to fulfill this and other functions.
Inspection of all drainage structures and erosion control devices shall
occur each May and October and after any significant rain event. Erosion
control logs and or straw bales will be replaced as needed to ensure
proper functioning. Sediment collecting behind these features will be
removed when it approaches 50% of the height of the structure.
Spillways of the ponds will be inspected to ensure proper functioning.
3. If required by State Law, all lot owners or tenants within Ute Creek
Storage Expanded P.U.D. are required to obtain a Colorado State
Pollution Discharge Permit and fully comply with the National Pollution
Discharge System Permit Requirements to ensure that stormwater
entering the Ute Creek Storage Expanded PUD's stormwater drainage
system has been treated, as may be necessary to remove pollution and
5
roiz~izoov Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
ensure compliance with Federal Clean Water Standards. The storm
water management plan constructed with the Subdivision has been
designed to manage potential sediment loadings of stormwater from the
subdivision. Any further treatment of stowmwater as may be required by
State and Federal law is the responsibility of the lot owner or tenant
occupying the lot.
3. Control of fugitive dust on access roads and common areas is the
responsibility of the Property Owners Association. Control of dust within
individual lots is the responsibility of the owner, if sold, and the
leaseholder, occupant or user if leased.
Materials shall be stored or covered in a manner to prevent their removal
from the property by natural forces. The owner, leaseholder, occupant or
user of the individual lots shall be responsible for control of windblown
materials on their own lots, as well as prompt retrieval and clean-up of
any materials removed from property by natural forces.
4. Individual purchasers and leaseholders must provide toilet facilities to
their individual lots. It is anticipated that portable, pump-out type toilets
will be installed on any lot where employees are present for extended
periods of time during the day. Any construction of permanent buildings
designed for human occupancy shall be required to provide an engineer-
designed individual septic disposal system.
5. Fuel and all other petroleum products storage or storage of any
hazardous material shall be limited to use by the lot owner or tenant. No
retail sales are permitted either on or off-site. Adequate spill containment
structures shall be provided on any parcel on which fuel, petroleum
products or hazardous materials are stored or on which occasional or
seasonal maintenance of vehicular equipment will occur. The
containment structure should be capable of holding 110% of the
maximum volume of the storage tank. Plans for these containment
structures shall be reviewed and approved by the Manager prior to any
fuel or other hazardous material being stored or used within the PUD.
Please see Appendix B for further information regarding secondary
containment requirements.
6. Vehicles including but not limited to automobiles, trucks, recreational
vehicles, farm equipment and trailers must be in operational condition.
7. Related parts and equipment to the vehicles not limited to automobiles,
trucks, recreational vehicles, farm equipment and trailers must be
operable. No derelict parts or equipment are permitted to be stored on
the property.
8. All tires and automotive parts must be stored within an enclosed facility
located on any lot or leased premises.
roiz~izon~ Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
9. All purchasers, leaseholders, occupants or users of the facility shall
comply with the Industrial and Commercial Performance Standards in the
Eagle County Land Use Regulations, Section 4.5. Impact Measurement
shall be from exterior boundary of the Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development.
10. All property owners and lessees shall be subject to the excavation and
grading standards as provided in Section 4-660 of Eagle County Land
Use Regulations (ECLUR) and the Erosion Control Standards as
provided for in Section 4-665 ECLUR. However, the overall Drainage
Plan to be constructed by the subdivider contains sediment and detention
ponds that address erosion control and stormwater detention for the
entire subdivision. Therefore on site detention and sedimentation control
is not necessary.
G. STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT AND MATERIAL NOT PERMITTED
Radioactive material.
2. Highly flammable or volatile material or chemicals
in excess of 10,000 gallons.
3. Non-Usable Materials and Equipment
4. Materials and supplies not stored in proper containers.
H. SIGN CODE
The sign code of the Eagle County Land Use Regulations in effect at the time of
construction shall provide minimum standards for signs for any lo# within the
P.U.D.
I. FENCING
Security fencing to be employed around the perimeter of any individual lot
shall be chain link and a minimum of six feet in height.
2. Internal and convenience fencing may be either chain link or a variety of
wood and wood/wire combinations.
3. All fencing shall be maintained in good order by the owners/leaseholder.
4. Fencing shall not be permitted on the exterior boundaries of any open
space.
~ oia~n_ oo~
J. LIGHTING
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
1. All operational and security lighting shall be oriented downward onto the
storage areas, parking lots or roadways.
2. Any lighting plan must be reviewed and approved by the Manager prior to
construction.
3. The height of light fixtures shall be limited to twenty feet and downward
cast.
4. The hours of use of the security and operational lighting will vary with the
seasonal fluctuation and need for lighting.
K. OPEN SPACE
1. All open space identified on the Final Plat will remain open and in its
natural condition with the exception that drainage infrastructure and public
and private utility systems are permitted. Access roads as shown on the
Final Plat are permitted to be constructed within open space. Micro hydro
electric generation is permitted in the open space on the north side of Ute
Creek.
2. The Property Owners Association will be responsible for maintenance of
the open space areas.
3. The major purpose of the open space is to provide wildlife habitat and
shall be maintained accordingly. Open Space may be fertilized or
otherwise enhanced for wildlife benefit. Storm water management
facilities are permitted within the open space, as shown on the Final
Public Improvement Drawings approved by Eagle County.
L. DIMENSIONAL LIMITATIONS
1. Maximum F.A.R. square footage of buildings allowed: .5
2. Maximum lot coverage of buildings: .5
3. Maximum impervious cover allowed: .75
4. Building Setbacks:
a. Front Yard - 25 feet
b. Side and Rear Yard - 15 feet
5. Maximum Height of Building: 40 feet
s
/ll/l9/?009
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
6. Minimum distances between structures shall be based on the standards
and requirements of the International Building Code, the Eagle County
Building Resolution, and applicable fire codes at the time of building
permit application.
Minimum Lot Area: .5 acres
M. LOT USES
Lot 1: Caretaker Lot: One Dwelling Unit limited to 2,000 square feet.
2. Lots 2-42: All uses allowed in Sections B, C, D or E
3. Lot 43: Photo Voltaic Farm
N. PARKING
4. On lots on which permanent buildings for human occupancy will be
located, off street parking shall be provided in accordance with parking
standards included in the Eagle County Land Use Regulations.
5. On lots on which no permanent structures will be located, the parking of
vehicles, equipment, and materials shall be allowed on the entire
impervious area for the lot.
6. No parking is permitted to occur on the Road Rights of Way.
O. LANDSCAPING
Landscaping for the project will be minimal and will be provided at the
discretion of the individual owners or lessees. Landscaping of any
disturbance within the open space shall be the responsibility of the
Developer and Property Owners Association. Any disturbance shall be
planted with a native grass seed mix appropriate for this elevation and
exposure.
P. FIRE PROTECTION
A ten-foot wide fuel break shall be maintained on all boundaries of any lot
separately leased or owned that is adjacent to other lots within the
Planned Unit Development, project open space, or BLM land. A fuel
break is not necessary along the boundary of a lot adjacent to a roadway.
ror_vaoo>
Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
2. Appropriate fire extinguishers shall be required on each occupied lot for
on-site fire suppression. Additional fire fighting water storage may be
required by Greater Eagle Fire Department prior to the construction of
any temporary or permanent buildings. Specific locations have been
identified on the Ute Creek Storage Expansion PUD Drawing for
additional water tanks that may be required. This drawing is attached as
Exhibit A.
3. Wildfire mitigation shall be implemented on a site-by-site basis, pursuant
to Eagle County Land Use Regulations at the time of Building Permit
issuance.
Q. RE-SUBDIVISION
The original lots may be sold, rented and developed individually or in
groups. Each lot may be re-subdivided into smaller lots of no less than .5
acre in area or combined with another platted lot into a larger parcel. Any
re-subdivision of lots shall comply with the Eagle County Subdivision
Regulations.
R. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
Maintenance and repair of common or shared facilities (such as roads,
drainage structures, water storage and open space) shall be provided
through the Property Owners Association or through the use of lease or
rental agreements. Pro rata assessments will be made on a yearly basis
to provide for the day-to-day functions of the Planned Unit Development.
In addition to maintenance fees, provisions will be made for noxious weed
control. Any disturbed areas on any lot or leased premises within the
PUD not used for storage shall be replanted with Crested Wheat Grass
as soon as practical following disturbance.
Provisions will also be made for special assessments so that major repair
or maintenance functions can be completed in a timely manner.
S. EASEMENTS AND RIGHT OF WAY
All easements and rights of way within the property are shown on the
Final Plat of the Ute Creek Expansion PUD and are for the purposes
shown there-on.
2. No buildings shall be permitted to be constructed upon any land
encumbered by a drainage, access, utility or geologic mitigation
easement or any combination there-of.
to
imz9izoo~ Ute Creek Storage Expansion
Planned Unit Development Guide
3. Storage of materials is permitted only upon utility easements. No storage
of materials is permitted on drainage, access or geologic mitigation
easements.
4. No storage or parking is permitted within the road rights of way shown on
the plat.
5. Geologic Mitigation Easements shall either remain in their natural
condition or constructed with facilities to mitigate any debris flow or
rockfall hazard that may need to be mitigated as part of the development
of the property.
Appendix A
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS CONTINGENCY PLAN
Guidelines for the contents of a Hazardous Materials Contingency Plans
as may be required for tenants or owners within Ute Creek Storage Expansion PUD
Anyone storing fuel, petro-chemicals or other hazardous materials on any lot within the Ute
Creek Storage Expansion PUD must prepare a Spill Containment Plan also known as a
Hazardous Materials Contingency Plan based on the following outline. In some cases this
outline includes information to be part of the Plan. In other instances the tenant or owner must
provide the additional information requested. The Spill Containment Plan shall be it readily
available on site in case of an emergency. Each Plan shall also be provided to the Manager of
the Ute Creek Expansion PUD and The Greater Eagle Fire Department. Employees shall be
responsible for understanding the information and procedures outlined in the plan.
SECTION 1
A. Notification: In the event of a significant spill that cannot be immediately contained, the
following agencies will be notified:
NAME
Eagle County Sheriff
TELEPHONE
911
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the (303) 756-4455
Colorado Emergency Planning Commission (24-hour emergency response)
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
(Regular business hours) (303) 692-3020
State Oil Inspector (after business hours pager) (303) 852-7570
State Oil Inspector (8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday) (303) 620-4300
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (303) 293-1788
The National Response Center (NRC)
Eagle County Environmental Health Division
1-800-424-8802
(970) 328-8755
The caller should explain the specifics regarding the spill and request clarification from the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency and the Colorado Department of Public Health and the
Environment regarding other agencies that may require notification.
Federal regulations require that a written report be submitted to the Regional Administrator of
the EPA within 60 days if:
.There is spill or discharge of over 1,000 gallons of oil into or upon navigable waters or
adjoining shoreline, or
.Oil in harmful quantities (as defined in 40 CFR Part 110) is spilled or discharged in two
spills within any 12-month period into or upon navigable waters or adjoining shoreline.
Harmful quantities are defined by 40 CFR Part 110 as discharges that violate applicable
water quality standards or cause a film or sheen upon or discoloration of the surface of
the water of adjoining shoreline.
SECTION 2
2.1 General Facility Description:
Location; Road Address
Site Plan including location of stored materials
2.2 Description of petroleum products or hazardous materials stored on the site
SECTION 3
3.1 Tank Design
3.2 Secondary Containment Design
2
A containment area or structure able to hold 110% of capacity
3.3 Monthly Inspection of storage tank and containment structure.
3.3 Run-on and Run-off Control Measures
3.4 Overfill Control
3.5 A spill control kit
3.5 Leak Detection
SECTION 4
4.0 Recommended Best Management Practices
4.1 Inspection and Record Keeping
If a sheen is visible on the surface of any stormwater in the containment facility or if the
fuel is apparent on snow or ice, it will be disposed o£ Steps will be taken to remove the
fuel and dispose of it appropriately. Stormwater will also be periodically removed from
secondary containment structure as necessary.
4.2 General Loading Procedures
Vendor loading procedures are as follows:
1. No smoking or use of any other flammable materials in the vicinity of the
containment area.
2. Check to confirm that appropriate spill response equipment is available prior to
vendor loading.
3. Measure liquid level in tank by gage or stick.
4. Fuel truck hooks up to the tank at the fill port. The grounding wire is attached to
discharge static electricity buildup.
3
5. A visual indicator is within sight of the driver.
4.3 Vehicle Fueling Procedures
1. No Smoking.
2. Stop on loading area.
3. Stop motor.
4. Unlock fuel hose by key control.
5. Place fuel hose in vehicle.
6. Turn pump handle on.
7. Do not leave hose unattended while dispensing fuel.
8. Dispense fuel.
9. Turn pump handle off.
10. Drain hose into vehicle tank.
11. Replace fuel hose to dispenser and lock nozzle
12. Remove key and lock key controls.
4.4 Labeling and Marking Procedures
1. Fuel tank, waste oil tanks or other tanks should be labeled and numbered as to
tank contents.
2. Spill control kits will be clearly marked, and placed in highly visible locations.
3. "No Smoking" signs will be posted so as to be readily visible to those using the
facility.
4
4.6 Petroleum Material Spill Response
Incident response for petroleum spills should be conducted according to the order of the
procedures detailed in the following subsections. It should be noted that if multiple
personnel will be responding to an incident, some of the following procedures can be
conducted concurrently. For example, while one person is notifying the Emergency
Coordinator, another person can simultaneously attempt to stop the spill.
Ute Creek Expansion Response Team (UCERT) should be formed and should be
available at all times. The individual responsible for this team and for spill response
should be the person identified on the management approval form. The following
sections describe the facility's proposed UCERT, the initial response they will take in
case there is a spill, the notification and cleanup procedures they would implement, and
the equipment required.
4.6.1 Discharge Response Team
The designated UCERT will respond to small spills that occur within the confines of the
facility during operating hours.
Any employee who identifies a spill should immediately report it to the Ute Creek
Expansion PUD Manager. The team will immediately attempt to plug the source of the
leak by turning off valves or plugging the container. The secondary containment tank
will contain any spilled fuel or hazardous material. Personnel will appropriately dispose
of any released fuel and will contain all free-flowing liquids with an absorbent material
designed to absorb and retain petroleum product spills. Spill cleanup and contaimment
supplies will be stationed at all operable unit locations.
Special attention will be given to preventing spilled material from reaching Ute Creek or
other drainage channels through the PUD by sealing off or diking the drainage in
appropriate locations.
For larger spills, all efforts will be made to contain or divert the spill while 911 is called.
The Eagle County Sheriff has statutory responsibility and will make other calls, as
needed, based on the Incident Command System.
4.6.2 Surface Spills
The following five steps will be taken in the event of surface spill from the above ground
petroleum product storage tank or from loading/unloading operations associated v~~ith an
above ground petroleum product storage tank. The secondary containment is designed to
contain any spill from the storage tank.
5
Step 1:
Notify the Ute Creek Storage Manager. The Manager will assess the human health risks
and, if flammable or toxic materials are involved that have escaped the secondary
containment area, evacuate the area.
When notifying the manager, provide the following information:
.Location of spill.
.Type of product spilled.
.Type and number of personnel involved.
.Estimated quantity of spilled material involved.
.Medical assistance needed.
Step 2:
Cordon off the area with caution tape to keep unauthorized personnel out.
Step 3:
Initiate containment:
.Attempt to stop the source of the leak by plugging holes in the storage tank or
container and/or secondary containment tank, using the shutoff valve(s).
•If the spilled amount is minimal (less than 5 gallons), use absorbent material to
absorb the spill. Use anon-sparking tool such as a plastic shovel or broom and a
plastic dust pan to pick up the spent absorbent material and place it into a drum
provided for that purpose. Appropriate spill response equipment will be located
in an area that is easily accessible at all times, including during non-operating
hours. Do not use rags or other combustible materials to absorb ignitable fluids.
Flush the area with soap and water.
•If the material is migrating toward a stream or ditch, cover the inlet and, if
possible, prevent the material from getting into the drainage course. Use a plastic
tarp to cover a large area, and anchor it to ensure the drainage way remains
sealed. Personnel may use a berm of earthen material or absorbent booms if a
plastic tarp is not available.
6
Step 4:
If the spilled material reaches a waterway, call the Eagle County Sheriff (911) to notify
them of a spill, and request long-term cleanup. Notify the National Response Center.
Step 5:
If the spill has reached permeable ground, after as much product has been recovered as
possible, the contaminated area should be covered with a plastic tarp in order to prevent
precipitation from causing infiltration of the contaminants into the groundwater. The tarp
should be anchored with rocks or heavy objects. Cleanup contractors should be called to
remove and dispose of contaminated soils if the affected area is too large for on-site
personnel to remove. Excavated, contaminated soils must be accumulated in drums or
other appropriate containers until they can be properly disposed. Materials generated as a
result of spill cleanup activities will be disposed of in accordance with applicable laws
and regulations.
4.6.3 Cleanup
For small spills within the confines of the facility, the UCERT will contain the spill and
then implement the following cleanup procedures:
1) Free-flowing fuels will either be recovered using intrinsically safe pumps and
tools, or absorbed and removed with absorbent material such as absorbent pellets
or pads. After application to the surface, the absorbent will be swept or picked up
with aspark-resistant shovel. A second application of loose absorbent will be
spread over the surface and then swept up with stiff brooms. All contaminated
materials will be placed in clean, 55-gallon drums only used for spill response
situations. The drums must be labeled using Department of Transportation (DOT)
codes. This material will be disposed of by hauling it to an approved disposal
sites.
2) Contaminated soil will be removed and placed in clean, 55-gallon drums stored
on-site for spill response and cleanup. The drums will be labeled using DOT
codes. The soil will be treated and disposed of in accordance with applicable
laws and regulations.
4.6.4 Spill Response Equipment
The business storing fuel, petro-chemicals or hazardous materials should always be
equipped with a sufficient supply of cleanup equipment and supplies for spill response
activities. A spill control station will be maintained in close proximity to any potential
spill areas. The containment/response equipment and materials to be kept in inventory is
identified below.
7
Personnel protective clothing:
.Two pairs of safety goggles.
.Protective gloves.
.Protective coveralls.
Equipment:
.Absorbent material (loose, granular), booms, pads, and brooms.
.Storage drums.
.Dry chemical fire extinguisher.
.First aid kit.
.Explosion-proof flashlight with extra batteries.
.Emergency eye wash/shower unit.
.Non-sparking tools (broom, dustpan, and shovel).
.Plugs.
.Roll of 6-mil plastic sheeting.
.Tool kit with adjustable wrench, screw driver, hammer, pry bar, utility knife, and
duct tape.
4.6.5 Personnel Training
In conjunction with the development of the Spill Prevention and Control Plan (SPCC)
plan, all facility personnel with petroleum-related responsibilities shall undergo a SPCC
training program. This training explains the purpose of the plan and discusses various
responsibilities and activities required in the event of a spill or release. Hypothetical
examples are used to illustrate the chain of command, and how to investigate, report,
contain, and clean up spills. Security inspection and prevention requirements are also
addressed.
Personnel working at the site should be trained within their first 4 weeks on the job. All
personnel will participate in an annual 1-hour review class.
Such training will be the responsibility of the business owner and will be conducted not
only when an employee starts their job, but also on a regular basis through such means as
on-the job training, regularly scheduled operations/safety meetings, when regulations
and/or procedures change, and with annual refresher training.
Personnel training will not only include instruction on the proper operation and
maintenance of equipment, but will also provide an overview of applicable pollution
control laws, rules and regulations. This training will also ensure that all personnel have
an adequate understanding of the intent and contents of the SPCC plan, specifically the
spill prevention and response procedures.
Spill /Discharge Response Team
Name and Title
Telephone
Business Owner
On site business manager
9
Appendix B
UTE CREEK STORAGE EXPANSION PUD
SECONDARY CONTAINMENT REQUIREMENTS
The storage of any petroleum products or other liquid hazardous materials in excess of 55
gallons must be provided with a secondary containment structure approved by the Greater Eagle
Fire Protection District pursuant to the International Fire Code as may be amended from time to
time.
This secondary containment structure must be capable of containing 110% of the maximum
volume of the storage vessel. The containment structure must be constructed of a material that is
impermeable to the stored hazardous liquid.
The primary and secondary storage vessels shall be located and designed in a manner that
provides safe and convenient access to vehicular traffic on the site. Any such storage vessels
shall be shown on a site plan drawn to scale and provided to the Fire Department and the
Manager of the Ute Creek Storage Expansion PUD for their use in case of an emergency.
m
a ~ /
A
C7
~ ~ O
2 m
a
A
n
. ~
i
i
~\
\~
F C
~_
ao
A
ma
=a
~~ a
0
~~~
I~
II
I
I
_....
I _
5~ ..
x'S
~
~ ~
. .
5~
~W
`bx>O
e
S~
_ _
_1 g ~
~~ Tpp
2
~~
~ - ..
% ~j\,
c1~ I
a ~
~,A
~a ~,
j ~~ ~~ ~
- s
~~ ,s ~- -
- ~ / `s cs
~~ -~ 04f a~ ~ P~
~~ ./ ::
~
~
~~(/ k~ ~ Y~ Ir ~l
Oy ~~ ~' ~~ /~~
~q ~ _ ~~~5' I I T
I ~
`o ' Y ~1
u
x
~
N
~ i _
$~ 1
r
~ ~'
°
'
~~ r~ ter-..=:
I ~~'
e I o ~
zz
°zn ~~
~ ~~ '. ~i
~ J
~
CHRIST OPff~RR ROAD $
2 ~~
~ ~~
A~ 7
r W
'
~ ~
.
n,
~
\
~` ~'~~I
~~ i
~'i
~p Ipl
I
l
_...~
l, a
b
Y ~,p aim
~nr9
_-- '
au ~g~ _
'~ ~g~
-
`; ~~ ss
~
~
~~ ~-
~~ _
~~
~~
. ~.
s
e~
~'
\ ~ a
. ~
- 9~
\~~ -
o
~
~S
~N~
~~ x
N
~, 2
a ,.' aco~
z nc»A
n ti n r n
x ;N~'z
z min- n
c~
m