HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.0 Staff Report 8.4.14Board of County Commissioners - Public Hearing Exhibits
Noble Ramos Storage Area
Limited lmpact Review
Applicant is Noble Energy !nc.
August 4,2014
(File LIPA-7825)
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Exhibit Letter
(Numerical)
1 Public Hearinq Notice lnformation
2 Proof of Publication
3 Return Receipts from Mailing Notice
4 Photo evidence of Public Notice Posting
5 Garfield County Land Use and Development Code, as amended
o Garfield County Comprehensive Plan of 2030
7 Application
I Staff Report
o Staff Presentation
10 Referral Comments from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (dated July 16,
2014',)
11 Referral Comments from Garfield County Road and Bridge (dated June
30.20141
12 Referral Comments from Mountain Cross Engineering (dated July 16,
2014)
13 Referral Comments from Garfield County Vegetation Management
(Dated Julv 16. 20141
14 Referral Comments from the Grand Valley Fire Protection District (Dated
July 9, 2014\
BOCC 81412014
File No. LPM-7825
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PROJECT INFORMATION AND STAFF COMMENTS
REQUEST
APPLICANT _ PROPERry OWNER
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL #
PROPERTY SIZE
LOCATION
ACCESS
EXISTING ZONING
Land Use Change Permit - Limited lmpact
Review for a Storage Facility (laydown yard).
Noble Energy lnc.
2447-013-00-027
The Site will be approximately 2.11 acres on
an overall tract of approximately 40 acres.
The property is located approximately 5.25
miles southeast of the Town of Parachute, in
the Section 1, T8S, R94W.
The facility is accessed by County Road 306
and a section of roadway maintained by Noble
Energy lnc.
The property is zoned Rural
GENERAL PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Applicant is requesting a Limited lmpact Review for a 2.11 acre Storage area
(laydown yard) within an overal! 40 acre parcel. The site is previously disturbed and
graded. Staff understands that Noble had initially intended to permit the site as a well
pad with the COGCC, however, although the site was graded and developed as a well
pad, this permit was never submitted. As a result the permit was never issued. Noble
has represented that they have no intentions to permit this site with the COGCC in the
future. To this end, Noble would like to use this currently graded site as a laydown yard
and as a result, no additional grading or site disturbance will occur.
The facility will be located about 5.25 miles southeast of the Town of Parachute and is
surrounded by oil and gas development, some residential uses as well as limited
agriculture. The site is proposed to be fenced and hazardous materials will not be
stored at this location. As employees will only be onsite to pick up and drop off
equipment, no water or wastewater facilities are proposed.
The traffic study as submitted states that the site will generate 2 vehicle trips per day
(one round trip) as well as one heavy truck trip every week. This correlates to a
maximum of a 1% increase in traffic on CR 300 and a 12o/o increase on CR 306.
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View of Subject Site from CR 306, looking east.
II. LOCATION . SITE DESCRIPTION
The site was previously constructed for a well pad and has been graded for that use.
Of the 40 acre overall property, 2.11 acres that are currently graded and unused are
proposed for the storage area. The surrounding area is primarily agriculture, residential
and oil and gas development. There are several residences in the vicinity with one
being 'l,OO0 ft. to the south and another 1,000 ft. to the east (property owner). Another
residence is located approximately 1,500 ft. to the west. The surrounding zoning is
Ruralwith some public land nearby.
III. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND REFFERAL AGENGY COMMENTS
Public Notice was provided for the Board's public hearing in accordance with the
Garfield County Land Use and Development Code as amended. No public comments
have been received at this time. Comments from referral agencies and County
Departments are summarized below and attached as Exhibits.
1.Garfield County Consulting Engineer, Chris Hale, Mountain Cross Engineering:
(See Exhibits 12). Comments from Mr. Hale indicate that he has no comments on the proposed
development. / t
Garfield County Road and Bridge Department: (See Exhibit 11)
. Comments stated that Road and Bridge has no objection to the development.
Garfield County Vegetation Manager: (See Exhibit 13)
. Comments indicate that the submitted information is satisfactory and that no
revegetation security is required.
Grand Valley Fire Protection District: (See Exhibit 14)
. The access drive has an incline over 10% (noted at 10.3%) which is in excess of
IFC standards. The District is going to be purchasing a remote area response
engine in the near future that will be able to handle steeper grades. The District
wants the Applicant to understand that longer response times will result from
this steep grade.
. The Response Plan needs to be updated to include an accurate contact
numbers for both the Grand Valley Fire Protection District and the Parachute
Fire Department. These phone numbers need to be corrected in the Emergency
Response Plan.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife: (See Exhibit 10)
. Noted that because this is a previously disturbed site, minimal impact is
expected on wiHlife.
6. Other agencies that did not submit comments include: (a) the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment (Water Quality Control Division and
Air Pollution Control Division) and (b) Garfield County Environmental Health.
IV. STAFF COMMENTS AND ANALYSIS
ln accordance with the Land Use and Development Code, the Applicant has provided
detailed responses to the Submittal Requirements and applicable sections of Article 7,
Divisions 1,2, and 3, including Section 7-1001 lndustrial Use Standards. The
Application materials include an lmpact Analysis and related consultant reports,
technical studies, and plans.
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7-'101 - 103: Zone District Requlations, Comprehensive Plan & Compatibilitv
The proposed use demonstrates general conformance with applicable Zone District
provisions contained in the Land Use and Development Code and in particular Article 3
standards for tfie Rural zone district. '
The Comprehensive Plan 2030 designates the site as RMH (Residential Medium/High
Density). Excerpts from the Land Use Description Section Chapter 2 and Section 8,
Natural Resources and Section 9, Mineral Extraction are provided below.
Chapter 2 - Land Use Designations
Residentiat Medium High (RMH): Small farms, esfafes, and clustered
residential subdivisions; density determined by degree of clustering and land
preserved in open condition:
0%o open land = 1 du per -6 acres
50% open land = 1 du per 4 acres
70% open land = 1 du per 2 acres
Secfion I - Natural Resources
/ssues *The county maintains high air quality standards, however there
may be a propensity for air pollutants to exist in the western part of
the county
Goals 1. Ensure that natural, scenic, ecological, and critical wildlife
habitat resources are protected and /or impacts mitigated.
4. Ensure the appropriate reclamation of land after extraction
processes.
Policies1. The County will encourage and cooperate with the
protection of critical habitat including state and federally protected,
th reatened, or endangered species.
Section 9 - Mineral Extraction
Goals 2. Ensure that mineral extraction activities mitigate their effecfs on
the natural environment, including air quality, water quality, wildlife habitat
or important visual resources.
3. ln working with mineral extraction projects, the county wilt protect
the public health, safety and welfare of its citizens.
Policies
1. Garfield County recognizes that surface and mineral owners
have certain tegal rights and privileges, including the right to
extract and develop,these interests. Private property owners also
have certain legat rights and priviteges, including the right to have
the mineral estate developed in a reasonable manner and to have
adverse impacts mitigated. The property rights of minerallessees
must be balanced with the rights of private property owners and
the general public.
2. Minerat resource extraction activities will protect critical wildlife
habitat as identified by state and federal agencies. Development
within fhese designations that cannot be designed, constructed
and conducfed so as fo have a minimum adverse impact upon
such habitat or these wildlife species shall be discouraged.
3. Natural drainage patterns will be preserued or mitigated so the
cumulative impact of mineral extraction activities will not cause
storm drainage/ftoodwater patterns to exceed the capacity of
natural or constructed drainage ways, or to subiect other areas to
increased flooding, erosion or sedimentation or result in pollution
of streams, rivers or other natural bodies of water.
4. Facitities that are appurtenances to oil/ gas development
activities (compressors, etc.) are considered appropriate in all land
uses so long as they meet the respective mitigation requirements
of the LUDC to maintain compatibility with surrounding land uses.
The location and design of the proposed facility is in general conformance with the
Comprehensive Plan Policies subject to proper mitigation of impacts.
The Application has also provided information indicating the character of the area and
adjacent land uses. The request demonstrates general compatibility with adjoining
usbs that are primarily oil and gas exploration/production, limited residential and
agricultural.
7-104 & 105: Source of Water & Waste Water Svstems
The Application represents that the facilities will be operated with minimal staff
activities. The proposal demonstrates that the uses will be adequately served by
provision of waier in individual staff vehicles and provision of portable toilets at
numerous sites in the surrounding Noble Energy fields.
7-106: Public Utilities
No public utilities are required for operation of the facility.
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7-107: Access & Roadways
The Applicants access their property from County Road 306 via a 0.5 mile long access
road maintained by Noble Energy. The submittals include general descriptions of the
roadway as currently in, use and a signed engineered study that identifies deviations in ,
the road design from those identified in Section 7-107, specifically the requirements for
ditch width and cross slope. Despite these deviations, the study, conducted by Olsson
and Associates and signed by two Professional Engineers, states that "The road
functions adequatety as built and is typical of existing roads providing access to natural
gas production in Garfield County."
Section 4-118 allows for waivers from the Standards in the LUDC provided the waivers
achieve the intent of the Code and impose no greater impact on adjacent property
owners. In addition, Section 7-107 of the LUDC does allow for deviations from ditch
width if they are determined to be adequate by an engineer. The Olsson and
Associates study, as noted previously, does indicate that the road is adequate and as a
result, Staff believes these standards are met. Although such discretion is not
anticipated in the LUDC for cross slope, the Applicant has requested a waiver from this
standard. As the cross slope is the only dimensional requirement that would be
impacted by the waiver and an engineering review has found the road to be adequate,
Staff recommends granting the waiver.
The Applicant submitted a Basic Traffic Analysis that indicates that the site will have a
traffic demand of one round-trip (2 ADT) of a light vehicle (pickup truck) per day. ln
addition, one heavy truck is expected to access the site every week. This amounts to a
maximum of 1o/o of traffic on County Road 300 and 12o/o on CR 306.
7-108: Natural Hazards
The Application provides significant information on natural hazards including
information on soils, geology, and slopes associated with the site which were
developed by a qualified geologist. The information supports a determination that the
proposed use is not subject to significant natural hazard risks. However, the study does
state that in relation to slope, "engineering controls will need to be taken into
consideration with the proposed development." Because no structures are proposed on
site, Staff is of the opinion that this risk is manageable and will pose a limited public
safety risk.
7-109: Fire Protection
The Application includes the Emergency Response Plan for the site. The Application
was referred to the Grand Valley Fire Protection District who provided valuable
feedback on response times and contact information updates for Nobles Emergency
Response PIan. Staff understands that the Applicant has updated the contact
information in the Emergency Response Plan accordingly. No structures are proposed
for the storage areas.
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7-201 : Asricultural Lands
With little to no new disturbed areas and fencing for the storage area, minimal if any
impact on agricultural land is anticipated. There are no irrigation ditches located within
the perimeter of the site.
7-202: Wildlife Habitat Areas
The Applicant has provided a wiHlife habitat study completed by Olsson and
Associates (dated December 2013). The study concluded that because the site was
previously disturbed, there is little additional impact expected to wildlife. In addition, the
Applicant is proposing a fence surrounding the storage area.
No other threatened, endangered, proposed, candidate or other sensitive species were
noted to occur in the project area. However, several noxious weeds were found on the
site. A recommendation from the study suggests that a follow-up site visit be conducted
during the growing season in order to verifl7 the noxious weed species. Staff suggests
a Condition of Approval that requires a follow-up site visit to positively identify the
noxious weeds on the site. The follow-up visit results should then be reviewed and
accepted by the Garfield County Vegetation Manager prior to issuance of the Land Use
Change Permit.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife submitted comments (Exhibit 10). lt is noted that because
the area is previously disturbed, negligible impacts to flora and fauna are expected.
7-203: Protection of Water Bodies
The site location is not in close proximity of an active water body. The nearest water
feature is Spring Creek which is located approximately 1,400 feet from the subject
area. Due to this distance, impacts to water bodies are not anticipated.
7-204: Drainaqe and Erosion (Stormwater)
The Applicant has provided a copy of the Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP).
The Applicant has also provided a Grading and Drainage Plan. The Garfield County
contract engineer has reviewed these documents and has no additional comments.
Staff feels that the Drainage and Erosion control plans as submitted meet the
standards of the LUDC.
7-205 Environmental Quality
The storage facilities wil! not have hazardous materials onsite and as a result, the
stored materials should not impact water quality. !n addition, the facility will no generate
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air emissions except for those typical of motor vehicles accessing the site. To this end,
the facility is not expected to impact air quality and does not require a permit from the
CDPHE.
7-206: Wildfire Hazards
No structures are proposed. The Grand Valley Fire Protection District commented that
because the access road is over a 10% grade, the operator should expect longer
response times. The facility is not located within a "very high" wildland fire susceptibility
designation according to the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. ln addition, no fuels
or other combustible material will be stored onsite and no buildings will be constructed
onsite with shake roofs.
7-207 Natural and Geoloqic Hazards
See Section 7-108, above.
7-208: Reclamation
The Applicant has included a reclamation plan that addresses re-vegetation and
reclamation. The facility has an expected life of 30 years. At this time, the site will be
reclaimed in accordance with the submitted plan. As no additional grading or site
disturbance is expected, no security will be necessary.
7-301 & 302: Compatible Desiqn. Parkinq. and Loadinq
The proposed use is consistent with and compatible with typical oil and gas exploration
and production activities. Large areas of the site plan are available for parking,
circulation, and loading activities.
7-303: Landscapinq
As an industrial use, landscaping submittals and standards are not applicable to the
proposal.
7-304: Liohtinq
Lighting shall be limited to down directed, shielded and internally oriented fixtures in
accordance with the County's lighting standards.
7-305 Snow Storaqe
Adequate portions of the site plan including areas adjacent to the proposed storage
area are available for snow storage.
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7-306 Trails
Trails standards are generally not applicable based on the industrial nature of the
proposal and surrounding uses.
7-1001 INDUSTRIAL USE STANDARDS
The Applicant represents that the facility will comply with all the lndustrial Use
Standards contained in Section 1001 with exception to Section 7-1001(B), Setbacks.
The Applicant has requested a waiver from SectionT-1001(B) as is further discussed
below. The following summary addresses the applicable provisions.
A. Residential Subdivisions
The facility is located on a large tract of property in a remote area of Garfield County
and is not within a platted subdivision.
B. Setbacks
The proposed facility is 30 feet from the property lines and will not be able to meet the
100 foot setback as prescribed in the LUDC. To this end, the applicant has requested a
waiver from this standard. ln accordance with the LUDC, the Applicant has responded
to the applicable waiver criteria. The Applicant has represented the following:
D'. Stoing 3. Shall be a minimum of 100 feet from an adjacent property
line.
A waiver of standards request shall be considered based on the following
criteria:
3. Achieves the intent of the subject standard to the same and better
degree than the subject standard:
Response: The intent of the setback standard is to provide separation
between dissimilar uses. The proposed storage area would be
approximately 30 feet from an adjacent property line located directly west
of the laydown yard. This adjacent property located to the west is
approximately 59 acres in area and contains agricultural buildings,
irrigated hay fields and oil and gas production facilities. lmmediately west
of the laydown yard area is an access road to an oil and gas production
facility. lmmediately west of this access road is a well pad with production
equipment. A residence is located approximately 1500 feet west of the
storage area on another parcel.
The proposed setback does not significantly reduce the separation
between the residential use located to the west and the laydown yard. The
established oil and gas production facilities in the area are located closer
to this residence than the proposed laydown yard.
4. lmposes no greater impacts on adjacent properties than would occur
through compliance with the specific requirements of this Code.
Response: Full compliance with the code would increase the distance
between the laydown yard and the residence to the west by less than an
additional 5 percent. The proposed setback would not impose an
additional impact on the residential use than it would under the full
standard.
Following a visit to the atea, Staff concurs with the Application that the requirements to
grant this setback waiver are satisfied. To this end, Staff recommends granting a
waiver from Section 7-1001(B) and Section 7-1001 (DX3).
C. Concealino and Screeninq
The site is visible from CR 306 and by a couple residences in the area. However, the
site is setback nearly 0.5 miles from the public roadway and is between 1000 and 1500
feet from any neighboring residence. !n addition, due to other natural gas activities in
the immediate vicinity, the proposed laydown yard is generally within character of the
area.
D. Storins
The materials to be stored on the site will be industrial equipment that will not be
transferred off the property by any foreseeable natural causes. No hazardous materials
will be stored on the site, however, all industrial products and wastes will be stored in
accordance with all applicable state and federal regulations.
See the above discussion in Section B regarding setbacks.
E. lndustrialWastes
No hazardous wastes will be stored in the facility.
F. Noise
This facility is not anticipated to generate any noise. Topography, geographical
features and distance provide for any Ioading and unloading noise mitigation.
G. Ground Vibration
No ground vibrations are expected from the site.
H. Hours of Operation
The facility will operate during daylight hours and in compliance with the LUDC.
L lnterference. Nuisance. or Hazard
No other nuisance or ground vibration hazards are anticipated based on type of use,
existing operation, COGCC compliance, and the remote location.
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V. SUPPLEMENTAL AND ADDITIONAL STAFF ANALYSIS
No supplemental materials were submitted after the application was determined
Technically Complete.
VI. SUGGESTED FINDINGS
1. That proper public notice was provided as required for the hearing before the
Board of County Commissioners.
2. The hearing before the Board of County Commissioners was extensive and
complete, that all pertinent facts, matters and issues were submitted and that all
interested parties were heard at that meeting.
3. That for the above stated and other reasons the proposed Land Use Change
Permit for Noble - Ramos Storage Facility is in the best interest of the health, safety,
convenience, order, prosperity and welfare of the citizens of Garfield County.
4. That with the adoption of conditions, the application is in general conformance
with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, as amended.
5. That with a waiver from the roadway standards, Primitive/Driveway Cross Slope,
the application has adequately met the requirements of the Garfield County Land Use
and Development Code, Section 7-107.
6. That with a waiver from the lndustrial Use and Storage Setback Standards, the
application has adequately met the requirements of the Garfield County Land Use and
Development Code, Section 7-1001.
7. That with the adoption of the Conditions of Approval the application has
adequately met the requirements of the Garfield County Land Use and Development
Code, as amended.
VII. RECOMMENDATION
The following recommended conditions of approval are provided for the Board of
County Commissioners consideration.
1. That all representations made by the Applicant in the application shall be
conditions of approval, unless specifically altered by the Board of County
Commissioners.
2. That the operation of the Noble, Ramos Storage Facility shall be done in
accordance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations governing the
operation of this type of facility.
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3.
Gonditions Prior to lssuance
The Applicant shall conduct a follow-up evaluation during the growing season of
the noxious weeds on the site. This follow-up report and updated control plan
shall be submitted and accepted by the Garfield County Vegetation Manager prior
to issuance of the Land Use Change Permit.
Other Conditions
The facility shall maintain compliance with Storm Water Management Plan,
Drainage and Grading Plans and Reclamation for the site.
The Applicant shall control fugitive dust during the operation of the site.
The facility shall maintain compliance with Section 7-306 Lighting, with all lighting
to be directed inward and doward toward the interior of the site. Facilities and
storage tanks shal! be painted a non-glare neutral color to lessen any visual
impacts.
The Applicant shall comply with their Noxious Weed Management Plan including
the best management practices.
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EXHIBITIr
Gaffield CounU
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE INFORMATION
Please check the appropriate boxes below based upon the notice that was conducted for your public
hearing. ln addition, please initial on the blank line next to the statements if they accurately reflect the
described action.
My application required written/mailed notice to adjacent property owners and mineral
owners.
/ wtailed notice was completed on the t7 day of June , 2014'
./ All owners of record within a 200 foot radius of the subject parcel were identified as
shown in the Clerk and Recorder's office at least 15 calendar days prior to sending
notice.
All owners of mineral interest in the subject property were identified through records in
the Clerk and Recorder or Assessor, or through other means [list]
Noble land office
. Please attach proof of certified, return receipt requested mailed notice.
My application required Published notice.
/ Notice was published on the 26 day of June , 2014.
. Please attach proof of publication in the Rifle Citizen Telegram.
My application required Posting of Notice.
/ Notice was posted on the 30 day of ,2074.
Notice was posted so that at least one sign faced each adjacent road right of way
generally used by the public.
I testify that the above information is true and accurate.
Name: Tilda Evans
Signature:
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Adjacent Property Owners and Mineral Rights Owners
Noble EnergY, !nc.
Ramos Laydown Yard
December 12,2013
Revised June 18, 2014
ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNERS
Parcel Number: 244702100051
John V & Dorothy D Nauroth
6186 County Rd 306
Parachute, CO 81635-9439
Parcel Number: 2447 01300027
StellaD&RobertRamos
5647 County Road 306
Parachute, CO 81635
Parcel Number: 244701300003
Connie A Murray
2620W Vine Dr
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Parcel Number: 244701200035
Muriel Dutton, Life Estate & Terry lva
Heneage
2968 County Rd 320
Rifle, CO 81650
Parcel Number: 244701100014
Alan D Duncan
PO Box 702
Dolores, CO 81323
Parcel Number: 244701400025
Noble Energy lnc
c/o KE Andrews & Company
1900 Dalrock Rd
Rowlett, TX 75088
Parcel Number: 24470140004/.
Dutton Family LLP
PO Box 58
New Castle, CO 81647
MINERAL RTGHTS OWNERS
Kevin L & Sheila A Walling
219 Dream St
Grand Junction, CO 81503
StellaD&RobertRamos
5647 County Rd 306
Parachute, CO 81635
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PROOF OF PUBLICATION
THE. RIF"Ld
CITIZflJNT T'fl.LdGBSTA
STATE OF COLORADO,
COUNTY OF GARFIELD
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612612014 and that the last publication of said notice
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0710112014.
here unto pqt-my hand this
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Bennett, Publisher Publisher Subscribed and sworn
to before me, a notary public in and for the County of
Garfield, State of Colorado this 0710112014.
My Commission expires:
November 1,2015
PUBLIC NOTICE
TAKE NOTICE that Noble Enerqy lnc., has applied
to lhe Board of Countv Commisstoners, Gadreld
Countv, Srate ot Colorido, to request app'oval for
a Land Use Chanqe Permit on a property situated
in the Counly ot Garfield, Stale ol Colorado: to-wil:
Leoal Descriotion: Sectioni 1 Township:8 Range:
96 NESW
Pract cal Descriotion: Approximately 5.25 miles
southeast ol lhe Town of Parachute otf Couniy
Road 306. lt is located in Section 1, Township 8
South, Ranqe 96 West of lhe 6th Prrncrpal lvlerrdr-
ai, Gddieldtounty and is part of a property known
by Assesso/s Parcel \0. 2447-01 3-00-027.
Proicr]]Desclel]![- Th,s is a Limileo l-pact Re-
refi Lmans;e hmoe oermrt for a 2.1 acre stor-
aqe lacilily (laydown iard). The overall property is
approximately 40 acres. The Prooerly is zoned
Flural.
All pe'sons aflected by the proposed olan are invii-
ed lo appear and state thetr views, prolest or sup-
port. lf you can nol appear personally at such
hearino. t'en vou are uroed to slate vour views by
lelter, es the 6oard ol C-ounty Comniissio'ers wrll
0rve consideration lo the comaents of surrounding
iroperty owners, and others aflected, ln decidrng
whdthei lo qrant or deny lhe requesl. The applca-
tion may be- revieweo ai the oltice of the Planning
Deoartrhenl located at 1 08 8th Streel, Suite 401.
ca:ield County Plaza Burldrng. Glenwood Springs.
Colorado between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00
p.m., Monday through Friday.
A public hearinq on the application has been
scheduled lor Mbnday, August 4, 2014 ai 1 r00
P.M. in the County Commissione's Meeting Room.
Garfreld County Administration Burlding. 108 8th
Street, Glenwood Spnngs, Colorado.
Planning Department
Garlield County
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PO Box 702
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SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage - LIPA'7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been set for August 4,2014 at 1:00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
Room, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 Bth Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
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Senior Project Scientist
Olsson Associates
Encl: Public Notice
June 18, 2014
Muriel Dutton, Life Estate & Terry lva Heneage
2968 County Rd 320
Rifle, CO 81650
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage - LIPA'7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been set for August 4,2014 at 1:00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
Room, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 Bth Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
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Encl: Public Notice
June 18,2014
Connie A Murray
2620W Vine Dr
Fort Collins, CO 80521
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage - LIPA-7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been set for August 4,2014 at 1 :00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
Room, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 8th Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
Sincerely,
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Senior Project Scientist
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Encl: Public Notice
June 18, 2014
StellaD&RobertRamos
5647 County Road 306
Parachute, CO 81635
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage - LIPA-7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been set for August 4,2014 at 1:00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
Room, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 8th Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
Sincerely,
Lorne Prescott
Senior Project Scientist
Olsson Associates
Encl: Public Notice
June 18,2014
Noble Energy lnc
c/o KE Andrews & Company
1900 Dalrock Rd
Rowlett, TX 75088
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage'LIPA-7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are'herbby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been set for August 4,2014 at 1:00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
ioom, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 Bth Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
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Lorne Prescott
Senior Project Scientist
Olsson Associates
Encl: Public Notice
June 18,2014
Dutton Family LLP
PO Box 58
New Castle, CO 81647
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage - LIPA-7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been setforAugust 4,2014 at 1:00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
Room, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 Bth Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
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June 't8,2014
John V & Dorothy D Nauroth
6186 County Rd 306
Parachute, CO 81635-9439
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard - Storage - LIPA-7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application has been set for August 4,2014 at 1 :00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
Room, Garfield County Administration Building, 't08 8th Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
Sincerely,
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Lorne Prescott
Senior Project Scientist
Olsson Associates
Encl: Public Notice
June 18,2014
Kevin L & Sheila A Walling
219 Dream St
Grand Junction, CO 81503
SENT VIA CERTIFIED MAIL
Subject: Ramos Laydown Yard'Storage - LIPA-7825
Per the enclosed public notice, Noble Energy has applied for a Limited lmpact Review from
Garfield County. As a surface owner of record of property within two hundred feet (200') of the
property or an owner of mineral interest in the property that is the subject of this application, we
are hereby providing you with the enclosed notice. Please note that the hearing date for this
application i'ras been set for August 4,2014 at 1 :00 PM in the County Commissioners Meeting
ioom, Garfield County Administration Building, 108 8th Street, Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
lf you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at 970-263-7800.
Sincerely,
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Wednesday, July 16, 2014 3:36 PM
David Pesnichak
UPA-7825
David,
Colorado parks and Wildlife (CPW) has reviewed the Garfield County land use application
(LIPA 7B2S), the Noble Energy - Ramos Laydown Yard. The location is mapped as elk
winter range and mule deer winter range and winter concentration area. The project
site has beLn previously disturbed and no new habitat loss is anticipated according to
the project description. At a broader scale, the site is located in an area that has
extensive energy development and infrastructure support facilities. Therefore it is the
CpW's conclusion that the laydown yard is located such that additional impacts to wildlife
will not be extensive.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments. Please let me know if you have
any questions or concerns.
S"ott Uoye.
District Wildlife Manager, Parachute
David Pesnichak
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Follow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Dan Goin
Monday, June 30, 20L412:46 PM
David Pesnichak
Ramos Laydown Yard
Flag for follow up
Flagged
I have looked this over and it is an existing driveway that already meets the requirements. So I see no problems with
this moving forward.
Dan
MOUNTAIN EROSS
ENGINEERING. INE.
Civil and Environmental Consulting and Design
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July 16,2014
Mr. David Pesnichak
Garfield County Planning
108 8th Street, Suite 401
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
Review of Ramos Laydown Yard: LIPA-7825
Dear David:
This office has performed a review of the documents provided
Application of the Ramos Laydown Yard. The submittal was
organized. The review generated no comments.
Feel free to call if you have any questions or comments.
Sincerely,
Inc.
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for the Limited Impact Review
found to be thorough and well
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826'/zGrand Avenue, Glenwood Springs, CO 81 601
P: 970.945.5544 F: 970.945.5558 www.mountaincross-eng'com
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Gaffield Cou
Vegetstion Munagenrcnt
July 16, 2014
Dave Pesnichak
Garfield County Community Development Department
RE: Noble Energy - Ramos Laydown Yard LIPA-7825
Dear Dave,
The lmpact Analysis section addresses noxious weeds satisfactorily.
The site is on an existing well, regulated by COGCC and will be in long term use; so for both reasons a revegetation
security is not required by the County.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,@
Steve Anthony
Garfield County Vegetation Manager
0375 CountY Road 352, Bldg 2060
Rifle, CO 81650 Phone: 970-945-'1377 x 4305 Fax: 970'625-5939
GRAND VALLEY FTRE PROTECTION
0124 STONE QUARRY RD
PARACHUTE, CO 81635
PHONE: 285-9119, FAX (970) 285-9748
DISTRICT
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July 9,2014
David Pesnichak
Garfield County Building and Planning Dept.
108 8th Street, Suite 401
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
970-945-8212
Re: Noble Energy - Ramos Lay down Yard
Mr. Pesnichak;
I have reviewed the Ramos lay down yard application. I found two things to
address. The 10.3 percent grade is over the allowed IFC code requirement, however the
Fire District is in the process of purchasing a remote area response Engine. This apparatus
is designed to handle the steeper inclines of our remote areas. Will the grade being over
the l0 percent incline Noble Energy should now that this could delay our response time if
there is an emergency on site. The other issue that hasn't been resolved in the past is the
contact Name and number for the Fire District. It states in Noble Energies Emergency
Response Plan under the Piceance Asset Phone List as Parachute Fire Department with a
970-285-7711, these are both incorrect. They should state Grand Valley Fire Protection
District and phone numbers should be 911 for an emergency and970-285-9119 or 970-
625-8095 for non-emergency calls. I have a letter from December 16, 2010 (attached to
email) stating these errors need to be fixed that went to both Noble Energy and Olsson
Associates, Mike Markus. I will copy this letter to Lorne Prescott with Olsson Associates
since he is listed as the contact for this project.
Even with the Fire Districts review of the plans it is the responsibility of
the owner to make sure the building complies with the International Fire Code 2009
Edition. If you should have any further questions please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Rob Ferguson
Deputy Fire Chief - Operations
GVFPD
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ESSOCIATES
November 29, 2010
David Blair, Fire Chief and/or
Rob Ferguson, DeputY Fire Chief
Grand Valley Fire Protection District
PO Box 295,
Parachute, CO 81635
Subject: Request for Fire Protection Sign-off Associated with Permit Application for Temporary
Emptoyee Housing Noble Energy 35L Pad Site
Dear Fire Chief David Blair and/or Deputy Fire Chief Rob Ferguson:
Olsson Associates (Olsson) was contracted by Noble Energy, lnc. (Noble) to provide, Environmental Engineering
anJConsutting Services associated with drilling natural gas wells in Garfield County, Colorado.
on behalf of Noble, olsson is seeking a Minor Temporary Employee Housing Permit from the Garfield County
Building and planning Department forinstallation of tempoiary employee housing tosupport drilling operations at
pad sii6 3SL, Sectio; 30, T7S, R95W. This permit'is iniended io accommodate 24 people or less at the
proposed site.
According to Garfield County Regulations, the applicant must secure "Sign-offs: review from the Garfield County
Sirerff's Office and retevani fire-protection aistiiilsl'before the permit can be approved, To this end, we are
requesting your review and sign-off of the attached materials demonstrating Noble's compliance with the
appropriate fire reg ulations.
please find the Garfield county Fire protection District sign-off sheet, details of Noble's compliance, a.projecl
narrative, site plan, housing sfiecifications, vicinity maps-including directions to the proposed site and a self
addressed return envelope." lf'you deem ti're information to be adequate, please. com.plete the Garfield County
Fire protection sign-off sheet and return a copy of the document using the enclosed postage paid envelope'
lf you or your staff has any questions regarding this application or if you require additional information, please
contact me at 970-263-7800.
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Mike Markus
Project Scientist
Olsson Assocrafes
Enclosure - As Stated
Sincerely,
82621% Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
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Requirement
Applicant
(Mark if
Submitted)
Planning
Depaftment
Materials
Submitted and
Adequate
A list of the final dates of installation and removal of the
Minor Facility and a representation of the total cumulative
length of time (number of days) that the Minor Facility will
be installed at the proposed location.
Yes
Unless previously demonstrated as apart of an approved
AWDP, submit proof that required public noticing has
been performed in accordance with Section 4-501 (K) (2).
Yes
Site Plan in conformance with Secfion 4-502(C)(3).Yes
The name, title, address, phone number and email
address of the Operator's employee or other authorized
representative who is in charge of ensuring that the Minor
Facility is in compliance with the standards outlined in
Section Vll.
Yes
A form, provided by the Department and signed by the
Operator's Compliance Officer, indicating that the Minor
Facility will be installed in accordance with all applicable
Garfield County, relevant fire district, state and federal
requlations.
Yes
A form, provided by the Department and signed by the
Operator's Compliance Officer, indicating that the
Operator submits to the enforcement provisions identified
within this code.
Yes
A copy of the permit from the state or federal agency,
regulating the Permitted Site, identifying the location,
conditions of approval, time period for which the permit is
valid and the parameters for reclamation and revegetation
of the Minor Facility once the state or federal permit for
the Permitted Site has expired or is otherwise terminated.
YeS
Demonstration of ownership of subject lot in accordance
with this code. (i.e. deed, title commitment).
Yes
III. REQUIRED CHECKLIST FOR FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Documents to be Received & Reviewed by District'
(Refenal Agencies May Require Further lnformation in Addition to the
Documents and Materials ldentified Below.)
Representative of
District
(Documents Received are of
Adequate QualitY and
Ouantitv)
Application
The Referral Agency shall receive a full and complete copy of the
application including all updates and additions'@
Site Plan
Site Plan as required bv Section 4-502(C)H
District
(Documents Received are of
Adequate Quality and
Documents to be Received & Reviewed by
(ReferralAgencies May Require Further lnformation in Addition to the
Documents and Materials ldentified Below.)
Fire Suppression
A water storage tank shall be required to provide water to the sprinkler
system and initial suppression activities. The size of the water tank
shall be determined based on sprinkler calculations and initial
suppression demands. The size of the water storage tank shall be
determined by the relevant fire protection district. lf the Minor Facility is
located outside the boundaries of a fire protection district, than Each
Minor Facility shall have at least one (1) water storage tank with a
minimum of 2500 gallons of stored water for initial fire suppression,
operation of sprinkler systems (if applicable) and wild land fire
Emergency Fire Notlflcation Systems
Factory built nonresidential structures or recreational vehicle units
equipped by the manufacturer with a fire sprinkler system, fire
detection system, and/or alarm system shall be inspected, tested, and
maintained in accordance with 2003 IFC $901.4 and $901.6 and as
required by the relevant fire protection district(s). Smoke alarms and
manualfire alarm systems shall be installed, inspected and maintained
in all other factory built nonresidential structures or recreationalvehicle
uniis in accordance with 2003 lnternational Fire Code (lFC) 5907.2.9
and $907.2.10 and the requirements of the relevant fire protection
districts.
One (1) or more approved fire extinguishe(s) of a type suitable for
flammable liquids, combustible materials and electrical fires (Class
ABC), or dry chemical, shall be located in each factory built
nonresidential structure or recreational vehicle unit and placed in
frw
As an authorized representative of the affected Fire Protection District (District), I verify that
the District has received adequate submittals (written and graphic) for this District to carry
out its services. lt is understood that the District is not obligated to sign-off on this form if
further information, either in terms of quality or quantity, is necessary to carry out the
and mission.
Fire Protection District(i;*u o L,nl i, .
Title
'ptfu;,t ;/_r- llt,*t,-'tiau Ser^-l
Name (Please Print)
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Documents to be Received & Revlewed by Gounty Sheriff
(ReferralAgencies May Require Further lnformation in Addition to the
Documents and Materials ldentified Below,)
Representative of Sheriff
(Documents Received are of
Adequate QualitY and
Ouantiiv)
Emergency Notif ication
Please Note: All emergency situations requiring action by any
government agency or district shall be documented in writing and
presented to the Planning Department and Garfield County
Sheriff's Office within 24 hours of the occurrence. Failure to
report such emergency situations shall be deemed a violation
per the Unified Land Use Resolution of 2008.
arfieldCountySheriff,soffice(S.o.),lverifythat
the S.O. has received adequate submittals (written and graphic) to carry out emergency
response in regards to the aforementioned Minor Temporary Employee Housing Facility. lt
is understood that the S.O. is not obligated to sign-off on this form if further information,
either in terms of quality or quantity, is necessary to carry out the S.O,'s purpose and
mission,
Garfield County Sheriff's Office
Signature Date
Name (Please Print)Title
V. Performance Standards and Enforcement Sign-Off (Operator's
Compliance Officer)
The applicant shall adhere to the following Minor Temporary Employee Housing Facility
Standards required in Section 7-808(DX2) of Article Vll:
Mlnor Temporary Employee Housing Facilities, in the nature of Factory Built Nonresidential
Slructures [as defined under C.R.S. 24-32-3302(a)l and/or recreational vehicles [as defined
under C.R.S. 42-1-102 (61), with the addition that such truck, truck tractor, motor home or
camper trailer is being used for temporary living quarters and not recreational purposesl, may
be granted land use approval for projects related to commercial, industrial and mineral
extraction operations by the Building and Planning Department Director (Director), through the
Minor Permit process. Such housing shall be of a temporary nature, and at the expiration or
other termination of the Minor Permit, all structures, foundations and associated infrastructure
shall be completely removed. Such facilities are subject to all applicable requirements of
Garfield County building and fire codes (building code, fire code), state and federal permits and
relevant fire protection district(s) fire code requirements.
Minor Permits shall have all of the following basic characteristics:
Minor Facilities must comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and
regulations.
Operator must keep and maintain appropriate records, to be provided to the County or
any interested third party upon request, to demonstrate that potable water supplied
A.
B.