Delta County public meetings in 2022
14 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment
The Board approved three applications to reduce required lot sizes in A20 zoning areas. Two other variance requests were continued to January 2023. The Board also expressed support for new lot size variance criteria as part of the 2022 Land Use Code Update.
- Approved meeting minutes from November 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Continued PLN22-024 (Gray) lot size variance to January 26, 2023 (unanimous)
- Continued PLN22-154 (Chapman) lot size variance to January 26, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved PLN22-158 (Ballard) variance for one 7.14-acre lot (unanimous)
- Approved PLN22-159 (O’Neal) variance for two 13-acre lots (unanimous)
- Approved PLN22-162 (Rice) variance for one 2-acre lot (unanimous)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review several variance requests, including a setback reduction for a gated entry and multiple requests to reduce minimum lot sizes. The body will also review minutes from the October 27, 2022, meeting.
- PLN22-045 (Schiros): Variance to reduce gated entry setback from 35 feet to 28 feet at 15805–15801 Black Bridge Road
- PLN22-057 (Kent): Variance to reduce required lot size from 35 acres to 5 acres at 13420 County Road 265
- PLN22-065 (R. Thompson/Wacko Springs Ranch LLC): Variance to reduce required lot size from 35 acres at 1987 Spring Drive
- PLN22-071 (McCracken): Variance to reduce minimum lot size from 20 acres to subdivide a 2.61-acre lot into two lots at 3386 & 3390 Old Wagon Road
The Board of Adjustment approved variances for a gated entry setback and two lot size reductions. One request to reduce lot size in the A-35 zoning district was denied. The board also approved the meeting minutes from October 27, 2022.
- Approved variance to reduce gated entry setback from 35 to 28 feet at 15801-15805 Black Bridge Road (unanimous)
- Approved variance to reduce lot size from 35 acres to 5 acres at 13420 County Road 265, conditioned on septic permitting (unanimous)
- Denied variance to reduce lot size in A-35 zoning district for property southwest of Ash Mesa Road (unanimous)
- Approved variance to subdivide a 2.61-acre lot into two lots at 3386 & 3390 Old Wagon Road (unanimous)
- Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider a preliminary plat for a 4-lot subdivision and the certification of the 2022 Land Use Code update. The commission will also discuss the potential vacation of a 2003 resolution regarding street plans in large subdivisions.
- PLN22-073/Holt Subdivision: Proposal to divide 36.92 acres into four lots at 25177 Cedar Mesa Road
- 2022 Land Use Code Update: Public hearing to certify the amended code
- Proposed vacation of Resolution 2003-R-027 regarding Street Plans in 35+ acres Subdivisions
- Determination on whether Resolution 2022-R-026 (Renewable Energy Moratorium) is extinguished
- Potential $1,500 fire mitigation fee for the Holt subdivision if a hydrant is not required
The Planning Commission voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners adopt the 2022 Land Use Code Update and a 4-lot subdivision for the Holt project. The Land Use Code recommendation includes vacating a 2003 resolution on street plans and extinguishing a renewable energy moratorium.
- Recommended approval of PLN22-073/Holt Subdivision to divide 36.92 acres into four lots (7-0)
- Voted to move Land Use Code language to Chapter 4 (8-0)
- Recommended adoption of the 2022 Land Use Code Update, as amended to include funding and performing a Nexus Study in 2023 (7-1)
- Recommended vacating Resolution 2003-R-027 regarding Street Plans in 35+ acres Subdivisions (7-1)
- Recommended finding that Resolution 2022-R-026 (Renewable Energy Moratorium) is extinguished (7-1)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will consider an intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement services with the Town of Orchard City. The board will also discuss a pending vacancy for the county surveyor and the potential purchase of real estate in the Delta area.
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Orchard City for Law Enforcement Services
- Liquor License Renewal for ZenZen Gardens, LLC at 12496 & 12498 3790 Road, Paonia
- Proposed stop sign addition at the intersection of 1400 Road and E Road
- Resolution declaring a pending vacancy in the office of county surveyor
- Chafee Foster Care Independence Program Plan signature
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to act on previous meeting minutes and review September and October payment reports and income statements. The meeting includes reports from the Public Health and Environmental Health Directors.
- Action on September and October Payment Reports
- Review of September and October Income Statements
- Discussion on Flood Plain Administrator Designee
- Update on Private Burial Regulations
- Update on West Nile Virus
The Board of Health accepted the October 18 meeting minutes and the department's financial reports. The meeting included updates on rising COVID-19, influenza, and RSV cases, as well as progress on West Nile Virus analysis and floodplain map revisions.
- Approved October 18 monthly meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved financial reports (Unanimous)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission continued the public hearing for the 2022 Land Use Code Update to November 16, 2022. The commission reviewed various staff recommendations and public comments to be incorporated into a final draft. The meeting also included the unanimous approval of the October 26, 2022, minutes.
- Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Continued 2022 Land Use Code Update public hearing to November 16, 2022
- Recommended Storage Facilities be a Limited Use in A35 and A20 zoning designations
- Recommended Short-Term Rentals be a Permitted Use in A5 zoning designation
- Requested Wireless Communications Facilities be changed to Permitted Use with Notification
- Accepted request to remove 'certified installer and' from Manufactured Housing Units language
- Accepted request to replace 'units' with 'movers' in Chapter 2, Section 4.B.2.d
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review requests to reduce minimum lot size requirements for two parcels in Delta County. The board will decide whether to approve, conditionally approve, or deny these variances to allow for subdivision.
- PLN22-014 (Norell): Proposal to subdivide a 30-acre parcel on 2200 Road into three lots (13.012, 12.772, and 2.316 acres) in the A20 zoning district
- PLN22-148 (Kenyon): Proposal to subdivide a 3-acre lot into two lots at 24689 Timothy Road in the A5 zoning district
- Approval of action minutes from the October 13, 2022, meeting
The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to subdivide a 30-acre parcel into three lots for the Norell project. A request to subdivide a 3-acre lot into two lots for the Kenyon project was denied. The Board also scheduled a special meeting for December 15, 2022.
- Approved PLN22-014 (Norell) lot size variance to subdivide 30-acre parcel into three lots (unanimous)
- Denied PLN22-148 (Kenyon) lot size variance to subdivide 3-acre lot into two lots (unanimous)
- Approved October 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled Special Meeting for December 15, 2022
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission held a public hearing to discuss the draft Land Use Code Update, including changes to accessory dwelling units and subdivision regulations. The commission heard testimony from surveyors and discussed various code revisions. No final vote on the code update was taken.
- Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Decided ADUs should not be subdivided from the main residence
- Decided to remove the 30-day short-term rental restriction for ADUs while clarifying they are not for commercial purposes
- Determined that Boundary Line Adjustments must comply with land use standards
- Deferred discussion on Eli Wolcott's comments to the November 9, 2022 meeting
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from the September 20 meeting. The session includes reports from the Public Health Director and Environmental Health Director, specifically focusing on September financials and department updates.
- Action on September 20th meeting minutes
- Action on September Payment Report
- Review of September Income Statement
- Review of September Department Updates
Board of County Commissioners
The Board will review resolutions regarding commissioner district and precinct boundaries. They are also scheduled to consider a health services contract amendment for the jail and an appointment to the Library Board.
- Liquor License application for Blue Harrow LLC at 10962 3250 Road, Hotchkiss
- Resolution to change Commissioner District Boundaries
- Resolution to change Precinct Boundaries and Precinct Name Change
- Delta CO Health Services for Jail - SHP Contract Amendment No. 1
- Appointment to the Library Board
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review an excavator purchase and a final plat for the Seitz Family Subdivision. The meeting includes liquor license renewals and reports from the GIS Coordinator and County Treasurer.
- Consideration of 2021-RFP-20 Excavator Purchase
- Final Plat for Seitz Family Subdivision (29.4 acres at H Road and Buena Vista Road)
- Vacation Plat for common access easement at 24650 Ute Trail Road
- Liquor license renewals for Desperado Liquor, Zack's Bar B Q, Gunnison River Pleasure Park, and Alexander Lake Lodge
- Appointment to the Library Board
Board of Health
The Board of Health will meet to conduct annual business, including the election of officers and a review of by-laws. The body will also review the 2022 Environmental Health Fee Schedule and financial reports for November and December.
- Review of Environmental Health Fee Schedule for 2022
- Election of 2022 officers
- Action on November and December payment reports
- Annual training required by HB 21-1115
- Update on Delta County OWTS Regulations Review Committee
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will decide whether to rescind a previous approval for the Garnet Mesa Solar project. If rescinded, the commission will hold a new hearing to consider a Limited Use Permit for an 80MW solar facility. The commission will also consider a rezoning request for a parcel in Cedaredge.
- PLN21-030: Limited Use Permit for an 80MW solar facility on 472.85 acres near G Road and 2100 Road
- PLN21-049: Proposed rezoning of 10 acres from A-35 to A-5 east of Stardust Lane and south of Cedar Mesa Road
- Motion to rescind the November 17, 2021 approval of the Garnet Mesa Solar project
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct annual administrative appointments and designations for 2022. The body will also consider several land use applications and a variance appeal. Other items include the reorganization of the Delta County Fair Board and a lease assignment for Blake Field Airport.
- Preliminary Plat for Corona (PLN21-010) to subdivide 34.36 acres into 6 lots
- Appeal by Beeson Family Trust regarding a Board of Adjustment variance decision (PLN21-020)
- Disposition of 29 development applications preceding the 2021 Land Use Code
- Assignment of lease for Blake Field Airport hangar #152 from Friendshuh to Major Development LLC
- Resolution authorizing the County Treasurer to deposit and invest public funds