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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.0 Staff ReportMarch 16, 2010 Lisa Dee, Regulatory Specialist —Piceance Highlands Williams Production RMT Co. 1515 Arapahoe Street, Tower 3, Suite 1000 Denver, CO 80202 BUILDING & PLANNING DEPARTMENT RE: Request for Extension to Special Use Permit for Temporary Employee Housing Dear Ms. Dee, As you are aware, on Monday, March 15th, 2010, the Board of County Commissioners approved the request for a 1 -year extension for the Temporary Employee Housing Facility operated by Williams Production RMT Co. on parcel 2137-153-00-009 owned by Chevron. This extension will expire on January 15, 2011. Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Cc File Very truly yours, .2 Fred A. Jarman, AICP Director, Building & Planning Department (970) 945-8212 108 Eighth Street, Suite 401 • Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 (970) 945-8212 • (970) 285-7972 • Fax: (970) 384-3470 MEMORANDUM TO: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FROM: FRED A. JARMAN, AICP DATE: MARCH 15, 2010 RE: WILLIAMS PRODUCTION RMT TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE HOUSING RENEWAL REQUEST BACKGROUND As you may recall, in December, 2006, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved a Special Use Permit for a Temporary Employee Housing facility for Williams Production RMT on a parcel of land owned by Chevron. The BOCC has approved 1 -year extensions for this facility up to the present day. This property is on the plateau as shown on the map below. Facility Location II. STAFF COMMENTS Resolution 2006-115 (attached) contains a condition of approval (condition #11) that allows the facility to be in place for 1 year; however the BOCC may renew the approval for "good cause shown." An annual review is to be conducted based on the standards for temporary employee housing as well as the permit requirements such as the conditions of approval. Staff has reviewed the requirements of this permit approval and has conducted an on-site review (staff site visit) to verify that the conditions continue to be met. The Code Enforcement Officer conducted this site visit on 2/9/10 and has confirmed that the facility remains in compliance with its requirements. All 4fl V 3 7/ CD permits with Garfield County are in good standing. Lisa Dee, Regulatory Specialist for Williams Production, has provided the BOCC with a letter that explains their need to keep the facility in place for another year. Staff recommends the BOCC grant a 1 -year approval set to expire on January 15, 2010. III. BOCC Action Requested The BOCC is being asked to renew the Special Use Permit for a Temporary Employee Housing facility on parcel 2137-153-00-009 for 1 year which would set to expire on January 15, 2010. IV. ATTACHMENTS A: Letter from Lisa Dee, Regulatory Specialist for Williams Production RMT B: Resolution 2006-115 C: Letter from Garfield County Code Compliance Officer D: Previous Letter to Williams Production RMT acknowledging BOCC Approval for past extension November 4, 2009 CEIVED NOV 0 4 2009 GARFIELD COUNTY BUILDING & PLANNING Garfield County Board of Commissioners Attn: David Pesnichak — Senior Planner Garfield County Building and Planning Department 108 8th Street, Ste. 401 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 Ph: 970.945.8212 Exploration & Productic 1515 Arapahoe Street Tower 3, Suite 1000 Denver, CO 80202 303/572-390D j 303/62g-8255 Fax RE: Request for Extension to Special Use Permit: Temporary Living and Storage Facility Section 3: T5S-R97W, 6th P.M. Garfield County, Colorado Approved 11/06/2006 SUP Extended 11/19/2007, 11/3/2008 Resolution 2006-115 as recorded: Bk 1877, Pg. 134: Garfield County, Colorado Dear Commission: Williams Production RMT Co. respectfully requests the above referenced Special Use Permit be extended for the period of one year on the basis of continued need for the facility during the year 2010. In light of current drillings plans proposed for the Trail Ridge project area, two drill rigs will be drilling up to 26 wells in 2010 from COGCC approved drill pads in Sections 22, 27, 28, and 32: T5N-R97W. Exact locations of drilling and completions activities could be subject to change due to economic conditions, management discretion, etc. We will leave the existing approved Temporary Living & Storage Facility where it is currently located in Section 3: T5S-R97W and transport workers/employees to and from well pads as needed. The one year extension will accommodate both drilling and completion operations for wells referenced above. Leaving the facilities in their current location will allow Williams Production RMT Co. to minimize overall surface disturbance, utilize existing transportation routes, utilize existing infrastructure, and minimize winter traffic to and within remote areas. All facilities including 24 person camp, catering, ISDS, potable water storage (for consumption and fire suppression), and bear -proof trash containment are consistent with the above approved Special Use Permit. All existing camp facilities meet or exceed CDH, CDPHE, Colorado Division of Fire Safety, and 2003 IBC including but not limited to snow load requirements and fire suppression systems. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this matter, feel free to contact me at (303) 260-4538 or via email_at. isa.Dee Williams.com Sincerely, ry Speciali.t—Piceance Highlpnds Wil':ms Production R o. 1111 Nil 11I N` r4',WJ IL4 : Li1414TIML VI 11111 Reception#: 713754 1212&12006 OB:24:07 RN 9:1877 P:0134 Mildred Alsdorf 1 of 5 Rec Fee:0,00 Doc Fee: GARFIELD COUNTY CO STATE OF COLORADO )ss County of Garfield 11 EXHIBIT Q At a regular meeting of the Board of County Commissioners for Garfield County, Colorado, held in the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Garfield County Courthouse, in Glenwood Springs on, Monday, the 4a" day of December A.D. 2006,.there were present: John Martin Larry McCown Tres' Haupt Carolyn Dahlgren Mildred Alsdorf Ed Green (Absent) , Commissioner Chairman , Commissioner , Commissioner , County Attorney , Clerk of the Board , County Manager when the following proceedings, among others were bad and done, to -wit: RESOLUTION NO. t 15 A RESOLUTION CONCERNED WITH THE APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE HOUSING FOR A PROPERTY OWNED BY CHEVRON INC. USA LOCATED IN SECTION 3, TOWNSHIP 5S, RANGE 97W, GARFIELD COUNTY PARCEL NO# 2137-153-00-009 WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Garfield County, Colorado ('Board"), has received an application from Chevron USA, Inc. for a Special Use Permit ("SUP") to allow Temporary Employee Housing on their property within the RL - Plateau (Resource Lands) zone district; and WHEREAS, the Board held a public hearing on the, 4th day of December, 2006, upon the question of whether the above described SUP should be granted or denied, at which hearing the public and interested persons were given the opportunity to express their opinions concerning the approval of said special use permit; and WHEREAS, the Board on the basis of substantial competent evidence produced at the aforementioned hearing, has made the following determination of fact as listed below: 1. Proper posting and public notice was provided as required for the meeting before the Board of County Commissioners. 1 VIII in mat .irrG4viid #L 11Illi Reception#: 713754 212 of 5 Reo 612006 F8:24:07 AM e:0.00 CooB:1877 P:0135 Mildred Fee: GARFIELD COUNTY COsdarf 2. The meeting 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. The above stated and other reasons, the proposed special use permit has been determined to be in the best interest of the health, safety, morals, convenience, order, prosperity and welfare of the citizens of Garfield County. 4. The application has met the requirements of Special Use (Sections 5:03, 5.02.21 and 9:03) the Garfield County Zoning Resolution of 1978, as amended. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Garfield County, Colorado, that Special Use Permit for Temporary Employee Housing for a property owned by Chevron USA Inc. is hereby approved subject to compliance with all of the following specific conditions: 1. That all representations of the Applicant, either within the application or stated at the hearing before the Board of County Commissioners, shall be considered conditions of approval unless explicitly altered by the Board. 2. That the operation of the facility be done in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing the operation of this type of facility. 3. Emissions of smoke and particnlite matter: every use shall be operated so as to comply with all Federal, State and County air quality laws, regulations and standards. 4. Emission of heat, glare, radiation and fumes: every use shall be so operated that it does not emit heat, glare, radiation or fumes which substantially interfere with the existing use of adjoining property or which constitutes a public nuisance or hazard. Flaring of gases, aircraft warning signals, reflective painting of storage tanks, or other such operations which may be required by law as safety or air pollution control measures shall be exempted from this provision. 5. Water pollution: in a case in which potential hazards exist, it shall be necessary to install safeguards designed to comply with the Regulations of the Environmental Protection Agency before operation of the facilities may begin. All percolation tests or ground water resource tests as may be required by local or State Health Officers must be met before operation of the facilities may begin. 6. If applicable, the Applicant shall provide a copy of the appropriate bond supplied to the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) intended to guarantee reclamation of the Temporary Employee Housing site prior to the issuance of a Special Use 2 1111 In P lt% 1IV4ANNI4NNUI 'RCC.hA1 11111 Reception#: 713754 12/2612006 08:24:07 AM 8:1877 P:0136 Mildred Alsdorf 3 of 5 Reo Fee:0.00 Doc Fee: GARFIELD COUNTY CO Permit. If the COGCC does not require reclamation and revegetation bonding, the applicant shall work with County Staff to establish a bond appropriate to guarantee reclamation and revegetation of the Temporary Employee Housing facility. 7. All Special Use Permits for Temporary Employee Housing is subject to all applicable building code, state and federal permit requirements, fire protection district requirements and fire code requirements. 8. Water and wastewater systems proposed to service temporary employee housing must comply with all applicable state and local laws and regulations. 9. Applicants must keep appropriate records, to be provided to the County upon request to demonstrate that water supplied to a site is from an approved source and that wastewater is disposed at an approved facility. For facilities serving twenty-four (24) people or less, the operator must conduct monthly tests (or quarterly if an on-site disinfection system is installed) and maintain records of stored potable water samples specific for coli form. Any tests indicating coli form contamination must be disclosed to the Garfield County Board of Health or designee. 10. In no case shall unsafe water be used for drinking nor shall raw sewage or used water be discharged on the ground surface. 711. The maximum allowable time length of the Special Use Permit for Temporary Employ Housing is one (1) year. For good cause shown, the permit may be renewed annually in a public meeting with notice by agenda only. Annual renewal review shall be based on the standards herein as well as all conditions of the permit. A permit may be revoked anytime through a public hearing called up by staff or the Board of County Commissioners. 12. Inhabitants of the temporary housing shall be applicant's employees and/or subcontractors, working on' the related construction or mineral extraction operation, and not dependents of employees, guests or other family members. 13. Temporary employee housing sites shall be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition, free of weeds and refuse. Any hazardous or noxious materials that must be stored on site for operational or security reasons must be managed in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. 14. Fire Protection General Requirements: Provisions shall be made for giving alarm in case of fire. It shall be the responsibility of the duly authorized attendant or caretaker to inform all employees about means for summoning fire apparatus, sheriff's office and resident employees. All fires are subject to §307 of the 2003 International Fire Code (IFC) including but not limited to permits, attendance, open fires, coal grills, firebans and bon fires. One (1) or more approved extinguishers of a type suitable for flammable liquid 3 1111K Plii 13/411 hlk t# IA 1111{i4Wr# 1 iI III Reception#: 713754 42 of 5zRec FFee:0.00 DocM gFee: GARFIELDMCOUNTY dred COsdorf or electrical fires (Class A, Class B and Class C), carbon dioxide or dry chemical, shall be located in an open station so that it will not be necessary to travel more than one hundred (100) feet to reach the nearest extinguisher. 15. Outdoor food storage is prohibited unless facilities that prevent the attraction of animals to the temporary employee housing site are provided. 16. The applicant shall provide a detailed map and GPS coordinates to the Garfield County Sheriff's Office and the relevant Fire Protection District which is sufficient for emergency response purposes, including location of the temporary employee housing site; private and public roadways accessing the site, marked as open, gated and/or locked; and detailed directions to the site from a major public right-of-way. The map is subject to approval by the Garfield County Sheriff's Office and relevant Fire Protection District. 17. If a Special Use Permit for Temporary Employee Housing is granted, the applicant shall notify the County when site development begins. The applicant shall verify in writing, by site plan and through photo documentation that the site, water system, and sewage . disposal system were designed, installed and inspected in accordance with the said special use permit and comply with all applicable regulations, permits, and conditions. All written documentation and site plans verifying compliance must be stamped by a certified Colorado Engineer. The County also reserves the right to inspect a site, without notice, to assess compliance with the Special Use Permit for Temporary Employee Housing. A determination of noncompliance with any Special Use Permit for Temporary Employee Housing, or condition approval thereof, is grounds for revocation or suspension of said penult, in accordance with Section §9.01.06. 18. No animals shall be allowed at temporary employee housing sites. 19. The maximum number of occupants permitted under this Special Use Permit for Temporary Employee Housing is twenty-four (24). 20. Submittal of updated site plan. Dated this 11th day of December , A.D. 20 66 . ` ATT my /o ', GARFIELD COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIO i `' S, GARFIELD COUNTY, 'a `a` COLO' I tt <a V. • C %VI fir ' d;;' :0 00d inuntu 4 1111P'i Pw1IiaMliIWhIWfi.lACGfiNIfir'V&,M 11111! Reception#: 713764 12/26(2006 08:24:07 AM 6:1877 P:0138 Mildred Alsdorf 5 of 5 Reo Fee:0.0D Doc Fee: GARFIELD COUNTY CO Upon motion duly made and seconded the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the following vote: COMMISSIONER CHAIR. JOHN F. MARTIN , Aye COMMISSIONER LARRY L. MCCOWN Aye COMMISSIONER TRESI HOUPT , Aye STATE OF COLORADO ) )ss County of Garfield ) I, County Clerk and ex -officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners, in and for the County and State aforesaid, do hereby certify that the annexed and foregoing Resolution is truly copied from the Records of the Proceeding of the Board of County Commissioners for said Garfield County, now in my office. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of said County, at Glenwood Springs, this day of , A.D. 20. County Clerk and ex -officio Clerk of the Board of County Commissioners 5 BUILDING & PLANNING DEPARTMENT Williams Production RMT Co. Resolution 2006-115 (Trail Ridge) Temporary Living and Storage Facility Section 3, Township 5 S, Range 97 W, 6th P.M. Parcel # 2137 153 00 009 Chevron Owned Land On February 9 2010 Garfield County's Code Compliance Officer along with David Fox the engineer for Williams Production RMT visited the Temporary Housing and Storage Facility Located Northwest of the Town of Parachute, CO. After the completion of my inspection at the facility I find it to be in compliance with the terms and conditions of approval pertaining to the Special Use Permit Resolution 2006-115. As of this date 2-9-2010 the Temporary Housing and Storage Facility is not in use pending Garfield County approval for an extension of Said Resolution 2006-115. Chri toph- Ch ' ' e le Building / Plan ing Garfield County Code Compliance 108 Eighth Street, Suite 401 • Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 (970) 945-8212 • (970) 285-7972 • Fax: (970) 384-3470 November 3, 2008 Williams Production RMT, Co. Attn: Lisa Dee 1515 Arapahoe Street Tower 3, Suite 1000 Denver, CO 80202 Garfield County BUILDING & PLANNING DEPARTMENT RE: Request for extension of Williams Production RMT Co. Temporary Employee Housing Facility approved by Special Use Permit on November 6, 2006 under Resolution 2006-115 (Trail Ridge) Dear Ms. Dee, This letter is to inform you that on November 3, 2008, the Garfield County Board of County Commissioners voted 3-0 to extend the Special Use Permit for Williams Production RMT Co. (Chevron USA Inc.) as approved under Resolution 2006-115. In conformance with the conditions of approval as set forth in Resolution 2006-115, this Special Use Permit is now set to expire on January 15, 2010. If the Applicant wishes to extend this Special Use Permit beyond January 15, 2010, the Applicant must request a public meeting with the Board of County Commissioners on or before this date to allow for the Board of County Commissioners to make that determination. 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