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Home My WebLink Aboutpitkin.planning.273513400901 (2016)DOCUMENT LAYOUT THIS FILE MAY OR MAY NOT CONTAIN ALL OF THF. INFORMATION LISTED BELOW IN THE FOLLOWING ORDER Summary Sheet Resolution for the BOCC and/or P&Z Ordinance for the BOCC and/or P&Z Determination for the Hearing Officer Administrative Determination Staff Memo Application Public Notice, Acceptance Letter, Referral(s) Letter Site Plan Miscellaneous Plat(s) Parcel ID: 2735-13-4-00-901 Application Date: 6/7/16 Case No: P049-16 Description: Pitkin County/Loge Peak Location and Extent Review Planner: Mike Kraemer # Copies: Allocated Hours: 3 Project Address: 6005 ASPEN HIGHLANDS RD, ASPEN, CO 81611 % Over Hours: 4 Property Owner: PITKIN COUNTY Address: 530 E MAIN ST, #302 Owner Phone: ASPEN. CO 81611-2567 Owner's REP: KARA SILBERNAGEL Address: 530 E MAIN ST REP's Phone: (970) 429-2815 ASPEN, CO 81611 REP'S Email: kara.silbernagel@pitkincounty.com Referrals: ALL OTHER REFERRALS Other Referrals: Castle Creek Caucus none Maroon Creek Caucus none USFS none Aspen Ski Company none Comments Due Date: 07/08/2016 Meetings: 1st Meeting: Meeting Date: 07/19/2016 Review Body: p&Z Public Hearing? yes Notice Date: 06/16/2016 Meeting Notes: 2nd Meeting: 3rd Meeting: Approvals: BOCC Resolution #: P&Z Determination #: 003-2016 #631175 BOCC Ordinance #: HO Determination #: Admin Determination #: Other Information: VR Approval Date: VR Expires Date: Remarks: Application Type: Plat Recorded Date: Plat (Bk, PG): DECISIONS RECEPTION#: 631175, 08/04/2016 at 02:29:04 PM, 1 OF 3, R $0.00 Doc Code RESOLUTION Janice K. Vos Caudill, Pitkin County, CO RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMIISSION OF PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO, FINDING THE PITKIN COUNTY/LOGE PEAK COMMUNICATION FACHM-Y LOCATION AND EXTENT REVIEW IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE 2003 MAROON/CASTLE MASTER PLAN Resolution No. PZ;_K_-2016 RECITALS 1. Pitkin County (hereafter referred to as the "Applicant") has applied to the Planning and Zoning Commission of Pitkin County ("Planning Commission") to obtain approval for Location and Extent Review to consolidate two (2) existing 20' United States Forest Service and Ski Company antennae and construct a new 4 post, 14' antenna tower that will include a Pitkin County Radio Communication antenna. This tower will also have the ability to host public safety radio, FM radio, translator, broadband, and a future wireless communication provider. The Applicant also requests to remove a defunct communication building and antenna at the beginning of the Garmisch ski run. 2. The subject property and location of the 4 post tower is at the top of Loge Peak on the Highlands Ski Resort above the terminal of the Loge Lift. The land is owned by the United States Forest Service. Legal description Attachment A. PID#: 273513400901. 3. Pursuant to CKS 30-28-110(1), and Land Use Code Section 2-30-30(h)(10), the Planning Commission finds that Location and Extent Review for the proposed tower is the only applicable review for the proposal. 4. The Planning Commission reviewed the application at a duly noticed public hearing on July 191, 2016 at which time evidence and testimony were presented with respect to this application. 5. The Planning Commission finds that pursuant to the 2003 Maroon/Castle Master Plan under subheading "Scenic Quality", the proposed 4 post 14' antennae will have marginal scenic impact when viewed from Maroon Creek Road and Castle Creek Road. 6. The Planning Commission further finds that redevelopment of the Loge Peak Communication Site infrastructure is critical to continue County -wide communication service and furthers the County's initiative to expand broadband coverage. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission hereby finds that the Pitkin County/Loge Peak Communication Facility Location and Extent Review is in conformance with the 2003 Maroon/Castle Master Plan subject to the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall adhere to all material representations made during the application process or in public meetings or hearings and shall consider those representations to be conditions of approval. 2. The Applicant shall apply for and obtain building permits for the new antennae tower prior to construction. Resolution No. PZ- 3__-2016 Page 2 3. Failure to comply with these conditions of approval may result in revocation of this permit or any subsequent permits related to this property or vested rights associated with this property. NOTICE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING PUBLISHED IN THE ASPEN TIMES WEEKLY ON THE 16'" DAY OF JUNE 2016. FOUND IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE 2003 CASTLE/MAROON MASTER PLAN by the Planning Commission this 19' Day of July, 2016. ATTEST: �snn r2 G'-')oDCar Bonnie Waechtler, Administrative Assistant APPROVED AS TO FORM: Ely, Coun orney P049-16 PID 273513400901 PLANNING AND ZONING COMNHSSION OF PITKIN COUNTY. COLORADO JeVylVCo;MirwChairman Dat 7 /T � APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Cindy(Y ouben, Communi ev lopmen Director Resolution No. PZ- -2016 Page 3 Attachment A Legal Description Loge Peak, Section of land within Township 10, Range 85 west of the 6' PM STAFF MEMO MEMORANDUM TO: Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission FROM: Mike Kraemer, Senior Planner /& RE: Pitkin County/Loge Peak Communication Facility - Location and Extent Review DATE: July 19", 2016 SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The Applicant is requesting Location and Extent Review approval to consolidate existing weather and communication antennae into one centralized location on Loge Peak. APPLICANT: Pitkin County - Communications Department LOCATION: Highland Ski Area. Top of Loge Lift, United States Forest Service owned land. Within the Maroon Creek Caucus Boundary. ZONING: SKI-REC EXISTING CONDITIONS/BACKGROUND: The site location is at the top of Loge Peak, just above the terminal of the Loge Ski Lift and Mousetrap Ski Run at the Highlands Ski Area. The general area is a high alpine tundra and very rocky with little vegetation. At the top of Loge Peak exists two (2) 20' antennae. One antenna is owned by the Ski Company and is used for weather surveillance. The other antenna is owned by the Forest Service and is used for radio communication. The pictures on the following page show the antennae on the top of Loge Peak. The picture on the left is a view from the saddle between the terminals of the Temerity ski lift and Loge ski lift. The picture on the right is a view of the two towers looking north. In addition, Pitkin County owns a currently defunct communication site at the beginning of the Garmisch ski run, near the Steeplechase side of the Highlands ski area. This site includes a small building that at one time housed equipment and an approximately 20' tall antenna. The picture on the following page depicts this communication site. !(4 /Y t'A PROPOSAL: The Applicant is proposing to consolidate the existing 20' Forest Service and Ski Company antennae and construct a new 4 post, 14' antenna tower that will include a Pitkin County Radio Communication antenna. This tower will also have the ability to host public safety radio, FM radio, translator, broadband, and a future wireless communication provider. The proposed location is at the top of Loge Peak in the approximate vicinity of the existing antennae. The picture below depicts what the proposed 4 post antennae will look like, as viewed from the saddle between the top of the Loge and Temerity ski lifts. The lattice tower antenna to the left of the 4 post tower will be removed. Distribution wires will be located above ground in conduit where they will connect to equipment located within the Highlands Ski Patrol building. PROCEDURE/PROCESS: The site location is within the newly formed Maroon Creek Caucus. The Caucus is currently working on a specific Maroon Creek Caucus Master Plan, however, this plan has yet to be completed. For the purpose of this review, the applicable Master Plan for this area is the 2003 Maroon/Castle Caucus Master Plan. Though not within the newly formed Castle Creek Caucus, the tower will be visible by Castle Creek Valley residents, specifically from Castle Creek Road. Staff referred the application to the Castle Creek Caucus and public comment was received. All public comments are attached to this memo. 3 C.R.S 30-28-110(1) and Land Use Code Section 2-30-30(h)(10) provides that the Planning Commission shall review the location and extent of public projects proposed by a governmental entity in the unincorporated area of the County for conformance with the applicable comprehensive plan or master plan. The Planning Commission's action on a Location and Extent proposal is essentially "advisory", and disapproval may be overruled by the governmental jurisdiction making the proposal. The Applicant is also required to apply for and receive permits from the Forest Service and Federal Aviation Administration. The Applicant has stated that these permits have been applied for and are currently in process. Construction of the tower will begin after these permits have been issued. REFERRAL COMMENTS: The application was referred to the Maroon Creek Caucus, Castle Creek Caucus, United States Forest Service, and Aspen Ski Company. Public comment has also been provided from neighbors in the area. All comments received are in favor of the proposal and can be viewed as Attachment A. STAFF COMMENTS: The Maroon/Castle Master Plan is the applicable Master Plan for the purpose of this review. The Applicant has provided text with the application explaining conformance with this Plan. The Plan does not make specific mention of radio/telecommunication improvements. Staff feels that given that the proposed tower will be located on a visible ridgeline as viewed from Maroon Creek and Castle Creek Road, view impact of the proposed tower should be considered. On page 25 under heading "Scenic Quality", the Plan outlines scenic goals for the Castle Creek and Maroon Creek Valleys and objectives to accomplish those goals. This subheading includes the following language: "Therefore, it is the goal of this plan to preserve, for generations to come, the natural beauty and unspoiled scenic character of the landscape within the Planning area, particularly the spectacular views of the mountains and ridgelines, but also the more intimate views of the streams with their riparian corridors, and historic structures. " The 2 existing 20' antennae towers are visible from Maroon Creek Road at T Lazy 7 Ranch and Castle Creek Road near the intersection of Conundrum Creek Road. The existing antennae obstruct a ridgeline from these views though they are almost undiscemible without the aid of optics. Staff will provide pictures of these views for the Planning and Zoning Commission at the hearing. Staff feels that because the proposed tower will consolidate the existing Ski Company and Forest Service antennae and the height of the proposed tower will be reduced from 20' to 14', the Planning Commission can make a finding that the proposed tower will have less visual impact from Maroon Creek Road and Castle Creek Road, both designated scenic corridors. Though not able to be required of the Applicant, if amendable, Staff would like the Applicant to explore using non -reflective (perhaps galvanized) materials for construction of the new metal tower. If microwave dishes are used, the avoidance of the color white and a more earth tone color is preferable. Staff also feels that removal of the defunct communication facility at the top of Garnisch ski run poses no issue with the Castle/Maroon Master Plan and can be found in conformance with this Plan. 4 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve the Location and Extent review for the Pitkin County/Loge Peak Communication Facility proposal and find it in conformance with the 2003 Maroon/Castle Master Plan, subject to the attached draft Resolution. ATTACHMENT A: A. Public comment Application provided separately Is— RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO, FINDING THE PITKIN COUNTY/LOGE PEAK COMMUNICATION FACILITY LOCATION AND EXTENT REVIEW IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE 2003 MAROON/CASTLE MASTER PLAN Resolution No. PZ- -2016 RECITALS 1. Pitkin County (hereafter referred to as the "Applicant') has applied to the Planning and Zoning Commission of Pitkin County ("Planning Commission") to obtain approval for Location and Extent Review to consolidate two (2) existing 20' United States Forest Service and Ski Company antennae and construct a new 4 post, 14' antenna tower that will include a Pitkin County Radio Communication antenna. This tower will also have the ability to host public safety radio, FM radio, translator, broadband, and a future wireless communication provider. The Applicant also requests to remove a defunct communication building and antenna at the beginning of the Garmisch ski run. 2. The subject property and location of the 4 post tower is at the top of Loge Peak on the Highlands Ski Resort above the terminal of the Loge Lift. Legal description Attachment A. PIDtt: 273513400901. 3. Pursuant to C.R.S 30-28-110(1), and Land Use Code Section 2-30-30(h)(10), the Planning Commission finds that Location and Extent Review for the proposed tower is the only applicable review for the proposal. 4. The Planning Commission reviewed the application at a duly noticed public hearing on July 19th, 2016 at which time evidence and testimony were presented with respect to this application. 5. The Planning Commission finds that pursuant to the 2003 Maroon/Castle Master Plan under subheading "Scenic Quality", the proposed 4 post 14' antennae will have marginal scenic impact when viewed from Maroon Creek Road and Castle Creek Road. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission hereby finds that the Pitkin County/Loge Peak Communication Facility Location and Extent Review is in conformance with the 2003 Maroon/Castle Master Plan subject to the following conditions: 1. The Applicant shall adhere to all material representations made during the application process or in public meetings or hearings and shall consider those representations to be conditions of approval. 2. The Applicant shall apply for and obtain building permits for the new antennae tower prior to construction. 3. Failure to comply with these conditions of approval may result in revocation of this permit or any subsequent permits related to this property or vested rights associated with this property. Resolution No. PZ- -2016 Page 2 NOTICE OF THE PUBLIC HEARING PUBLISHED IN THE ASPEN TIMES WEEKLY ON THE 16'" DAY OF JUNE 2016. FOUND IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE 2003 CASTLE/MAROON MASTER PLAN by the Planning Commission this 191 Day of July, 2016. ATTEST: Bonnie Waechtler, Administrative Assistant APPROVED AS TO FORM: John Ely, County Attorney P049-16 PID 273513400901 PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION OF PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO Jeffrey J. Conklin, Chairman Date APPROVED AS TO CONTENT: Cindy Houben, Community Development Director Resolution No. PZ- -2016 Page 3 Attachment A Legal Description Loge Peak, Section of land within Township 10, Range 85 west of the 61 PM 0 ATTACHMENT Joseph Wells Post Office Box 4259 Aspen, Colorado 81612 Phone: 970.925.8080 e-mail: joewells@me.com July 6, 2016 Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission c/o Bonnie Shiles Pitkin County Community Development Dept RE: Replacement Communications Tower on Loge Peak Delivered by e-mail to Bonnie Shiles (bonnie.shiles@pitkin coup , .com Dear Commission Members: I am writing in response to a referral to the Castle Creek Caucus from the Community Development Department. I would like to urge the Commission to grant approval on July 19 to the County's proposal to remove two existing 20 -foot towers on Loge Peak which are outdated and to replace them with a single 14 -foot communications tower. As you may be aware, this tower is one of eight primary towers proposed as part of the system that the County is now pursuing as the solution to provide broadband internet connectivity for the unserved and under -served rural areas in the County. It is my understanding that from these primary towers, the County hopes to use small relay towers from which ISPs will be able to provide service to residences, commercial uses and governmental facilities in these rural areas. As a resident of the Castle Creek valley only about one mile removed from the Aspen city limits, and about one half mile beyond the high-speed service limits of CenturyLink, it is a source of great frustration for me that we must pay what has been as much as $500 per month to have reasonably reliable internet service by satellite. Unfortunately, however, I believe that we may actually be lucky to have the service that we have. I believe that other residents in our area do not even have the option of satellite service because their homes are not in an area that can be served. I've also been told that the company that we use, ViaSat Exede, is no longer offering service to additional customers due to a lack of capacity at the present time. I hope that you will support this proposal so that we can continue to make progress toward a goal of providing broadband coverage throughout the County. Sincerely, Joe Wells iI �) I vIt 1 1 �ur ry rti Michael Kraemer<michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge Peak Radio Communication Tower 2 messages Glenn Horn <ghom@rof.net> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 12:16 PM To: Michael Kraemer<michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Mike I support the development of a new communication radio tower on Loge Peak. We live in Little Annie and it would be good to have internet service in Castle Creek. Perhaps, developing a new tower on Lodge Peak would be a first step to have reliable internet service. The Tower will not have any adverse impacts as long as the Tower is placed outside any good skiing lines at the top of Steeplechase. The County should be sure to check with the Highland Patrol so the Tower is properly placed to avoid any good lines. This is the most important consideration. If7fz"1 1tiiitl Davis Horn Incorporated Glenn Horn AICP 970-925-6587 Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 1:48 PM To: Glenn Horn <ghom@rof.net> Glenn, Thank you for your thoughtful comments. I will be sure to include them in the P&Z packet for review. Thanks, Mike Mike Kraemer Senior Planner Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena Street Aspen, CO 81611 970-9205482 [Quoted tent hidden] �Ll O, C N 1 .1 Fwd: I support... 1 message Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge Peak Comment Thunk you, Bonnie Shiles Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com Forwarded message From: Chris Lacy <clacy@rof.net> Date: Sun, Jul 10, 2016 at 7:50 PM Subject: I support... To: Bonnie.Waechtler@pitkincounty.com Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 6:15 AM Ms. Shiles, I support the antennae replacement and upgrade on Loge Peak. It may improve my families internet and/or cellular telephone service tremendously. I live on Loge's Spring Road in the Castle Creek valley. Years ago we used to communicate via walkie-talkies from home to the peak on ski days, which is still better than anything else out there. Sincerely, Chris Lacy 109 Loge's Spring Rd. Aspen, CO 81611 970.925.8942 clacy@rof.net l� i)11'h 11 Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Fwd: Loge Peak Tower 2 messages Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Pitkin County Loge Peak Location and Extent Review Comment Thank you, Bonnie Sfiiles Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie. Shiles@pitkincounty.com Forwarded message From: Polly Bowden <pbowden@hanoverco.com> Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 3:32 PM Subject: Loge Peak Tower To: "Bonnie.Waechtler@pitkincounty.com" <Bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 8:18 PM I am a resident on Castle Creek Rd and in full support of the new tower to be constructed at Aspen Highlands. Thank you Polly Bowden Sent from my iPhone Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> To: Kara Silbemagel <kara.silbemagel@pitkincounty.com> Mike Kraemer Senior Planner Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena Street Aspen, CO 81611 970-9205482 [Quoted text hidden] %a Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 10:58 AM YOrmin COU N T+i Q , -, Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Fwd: Castle creek internet 2 messages Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 8:26 PM To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge comments Thank you, Bonnie Shifes Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com -- Forwarded message From: Bob Rafelson <cudy@aspennights.com> Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 1:39 PM Subject: Castle creek internet To: Bonnie.Waechtler@pitkincounty.com Cc: Joe Wells <joewells@me.com> Satellite is a primitive way to gain access. My kids cannot get home work ASSIGNMENTS! Often we go down to the hospital to do homework. They are 12 and 16. Forget that there are three adult users. In Chejung China there is broadband service. In Nairobi as well. Please expedite new towers and anything else that can bring us into the modem age of communication. Many thanks in advance, Bob rafelson 40 year resident at 1894 castle creek road. Aspen. Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> To: Kara Silbemagel <kara.silbemagel@pitkincounty.com> Mike Kraemer Senior Planner Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena Street Aspen, CO 81611 970-920.5482 [Quoted text hidden] 13 Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 10:58 AM �)r N"h 1 V Cot Fwd: Approve the Loge' Peak Tower! 2 messages Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge Peak comments Thank you, Bonnie Skites Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com Forwarded message From: Tom Kurt MD <tomkurtmd@comcast.net> Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 1:27 PM Subject: Approve the Loge' Peak Tower. To: Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com Cc: joseph wells <joewells@me.com> As a Castle Creek homeowner, I'm emailing you to strongly urge approval of a Loge Peak tower at Aspen Highlands. Not only will this help Castle Creek homeowners, but also Ski Patrol and skiers at Aspen Highlands as well as Mountain Rescue and lost hikers. Please keep us posted of this progress. Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> I am also a physician concerned about emergency response in the county; and, a member of the Colorado Mountain Club and the American Alpine Club. Thank you. Thomas L. Kurt, MD, MPH Medical Toxicologist FACPM, FACMT, FAACT, FCP, FACOEM, FACE Office: (970) 925.6648 Fax: (970) 925-9432 From: "joseph wells" <joewells@me.com> /</ Sent: Friday, July 8, 2016 11:45:41 AM Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 8:29 PM Subject: Comment Today! If you have a chance today, please send in a comment to Bonnie Shiles (Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com) in support of the new Loge Peak tower at Aspen Highlands, which is on the July 19 County P&Z for approval. Getting this tower built this year might give residents in Castle Creek an advantage in being among the first to receive internet service under the system that the County is starting to develop. I am convinced that whatever group shows the most interest in the service will be among the first to be served. This is not the ideal solution, but it is a heck of a lot better than what many of us presently have. Regards, Joe Wells Michael Kraemer<michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> To: Kara Silbemagel <kara.silbemagel@pitkincounty.com> Mike Kraemer Senior Planner Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena Street Aspen, CO 81611 970-920,5482 [Quoted text hidden] Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 10:58 AM u I)t1 h11 C.t l l � ,'% *1 " Fwd: New Loge Peak tower 2 messages Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge Peak Commnets Thunk you, Bonnie ShiCes Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com Forwarded message From: Gregg Lowe <gregglowe@me.com> Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 12:44 PM Subject: New Loge Peak tower To: Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com Cc: wells joseph <joewells@me.com> Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 8:30 PM My wife and I are new owners in Castle Creek Valley. I understand there is a vote on July 19th for a new Loge Peak tower at Aspen Highlands. We believe this tower would be a tremendous improvement in the valley and are highly supportive of the project. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help move this along. Thanks and best regards, Gregg and Diana Lowe Lot 12, South Hayden Road Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> To: Kara Silbemagel<kara.silbemagel@pitkincounty.com> Mike Kraemer Senior Planner Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena Street Aspen, CO 81611 970-920-5482 (Quoted teat hidden) /�n Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 10:59 AM ,Ogrxity COU N Ir'V c,- yr �% Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Fwd: Lodge Peak Tower 3 messages Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 8:29 PM To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge Peak comments Thank you, Bonnie Shifes Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie.Shiles@pitkincounty.com Forwarded message From: Marisa Silverman <madsasilverman@icloud.com> Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 12:53 PM Subject: Lodge Peak Tower To: Bonnie.Waechtler@pitkincounty.com Hi, as a 10 year Castle Creek resident I am in favor of the Lodge Peak Tower. Marisa and Jack Silverman An Sent from my iPad Bonnie Shiles <bonnie.waechtler@pitkincounty.com> Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 9:29 PM To: Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Loge Comment Thank you, Bonnie Shifes Administrative Assistant to Planning And Zoning Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena St, 3rd Floor Aspen, CO 81611 Phone: 970-920-5109 Bonnie. Shiles@pitkincounty.com -- Forwarded message From: Sandra Eskin <sandreskin@aol.com> Date: Fri, Jul 8, 2016 at 8:24 PM Subject: Lodge Peak Tower To: Bonnie.Waechtler@pitkincounty.com J7 As a resident of Castle Creek Valley I hope the Pitkin County will do everything in its power to create internet wi-fi service to the community. A new tower might put us on the way to service that we lack. The county should further examine the possiblity of installing a full cable system to the valley to provide the residents with much need cable/wi-fi access. Thanks. Sandra Eskin Michael Kraemer <michael.kraemer@pitkincounty.com> Mon, Jul 11, 2016 at 10:59 AM To: Kara Silbernagel <kara.silbemagel@pitkincounty.com> Mike Kraemer Senior Planner Pitkin County Community Development 130 South Galena Street Aspen, CO 81611 970.9205482 [Quoted text hidden] APPLICATION MATERIAL PITKIN COUNTY PRE -APPLICATION CONFERENCE SUMMARY q1i 5 -lay QO-g0/ LOCATION: Top of Loge Lift, Highlands Ski Mountain PARCEL ID #: ''2� ZONE: Ski-Rec U OCG psixn A IO N lain cs G%ayw-�— izb PARCEL SIZE: - OWNER/APPLICANT: United States Forest Service — Ski Company permit area REPRESENTATIVE: Pitkin County — KaraSilbemagel PHONE: 429-2815 EMAIL: kara.silbemagel(i),pitkincounty.com PLANNER: Mike Kraemer PHONE: (970) 920-5482 E-MAIL: michael.kraemer(a)pitkincounty.com DATE: March 27, 2016 Type of Application: Location and Extent Review Description of Project/Development: The Applicant proposes to remove existing radio towers on top of Loge Peak and replace them with a single, 4 post, 14' tower. Electrical equipment will be housing in the basement of the existing Highlands ski patrol building. Land Use Code Sections to be addressed in letter of request (application): ➢ 2-30-30(h)(10): Location and Extent Review—Maroon/Castle Master Plan — Within the Maroon Creek Caucus Boundary Review by: Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing: Yes. Notice is required via posting, mailing and publication. The Applicant shall post a public notice sign on the property at least 15 days prior to the date specified for the hearing pursuant to Sec. 2-20-100(a)(3) of the Land Use Code. In addition, the Applicant shall mail notice at least 30 days prior to the public hearing (by first class mail) to all property owners within 300' of the subject property with the return address of the Community Development Department (form of notice to be obtained from the Community Development Department). The names and addresses shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County, as they appear no more than 60 days prior to the date of the public hearing. Staff will refer the application to the following agencies: Castle Creek Caucus (Joe Wells), Maroon Creek Caucus (Marcella Larsen), USFS (Karen Schroyer), Aspen Ski Company FEES: $1,029.00 (make check payable to "Pitkin County Treasurer") $975 Planning Office flat fee (non-refundable; based on 3 hours of staff time; if staff review time exceeds 4 hours, the Applicant will be charged for additional time above 3 hours at a rate of $325/hour) $54 Publication Fee To apply, submit I copy (unbound) of the following information, unless noted otherwise: 1. Summary letter explaining the request, explaining existing conditions, providing background on prior approvals and permits, and addressing compliance with the Code sections listed above. 2. Application Submission Requirements for Location and Extent Review as detailed in Section 2.2.23 of the Pitkin County Application Manual — 24" by 36" and 11" by 17". 3. Disclosure and proof of ownership of the property, consisting of a current certificate from a title insurance company or attorney licensed to practice law in the State of Colorado, listing the names of all owners of the property and all mortgagees, judgments, liens, easements, contracts and agreements affecting use and development of the parcel and proof of the owner's right to use the land for the purposes identified in the development application. 4. Legal Description of the property. 5. Consent from the owner of the property for the representative to process the application and represent the owner; 000001 (�C a(_p 6. Street address and parcel description, including legal description, and 8-1/2"x 11" vicinity map locating the subject property within Pitkin County; 7. Executed Pitkin County Community Development Agreement for Payment of Land Use Application Fees form (1 copy — form attached); 8. List of all property owners within 300' of the subject property (1 copy); and 9. Copies of this pre -application Conference Summary Sheet. NOTES. ➢ PLEASE SUBMIT TWO UNBOUND AND ONE-SIDED COPY OF YOUR COMPLETE APPLICATION. PLEASE SUBMIT TWO-SIDED COPIES OF ALL REMAINING COPIES OF YOUR APPLICATION (IF POSSIBLE). THE PARCEL IDs SHOULD BE INCLUDED ON ALL DOCUMENTS INCLUDED IN YOUR APPLICATION ALL MAPS SHALL BE FOLDED. One copy of submittal materials shall have all documents informal no larger than 81/1" by 11". ➢ This pre -application conference summary is advisory in nature and not binding on the County. The information provided in this summary is based on current zoning standards and sta6"s interpretations based upon representations of the applicant. Additional information may be required upon a complete review of the application. ➢ The Pitkin County Code and Land Use Application Manual can be found at the following link: hqp://www.pitkincounty.comfDocumentCenter/HomeNiew/248 000002 PITION COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AGREEMENT FOR PAYMENT OF LAND USE APPLICATION FEES PITKIN COUNTY (hereinafter COUNTY) and Pitkin County Communications (hereinafter APPLICANT) AGREE AS FOLLOWS: 1. APPLICANT has submitted to COUNTY an application for Loge Communication Site (hereinafter, THE PROJECT). 2. APPLICANT understands and agrees that Pitkin County Ordinance No. 012-2015 establishes a fee structure for land use applications and the payment of all processing fees is a condition precedent to a determination of application completeness. The fee structure is based on the County's policy that development shall pay, in full, the cost of development review in Pitkin County. Fees have been set to be consistent and fair to the public and to reflect the expense incurred in providing such services to the public. 3. APPLICANT and COUNTY agree that because of the size, nature or scope of the proposed project, it may not be possible at the time of application to ascertain the full extent of the costs involved in processing the application. 4. APPLICANT and COUNTY agree that fees charged for the processing of land use applications shall accumulate if an application includes more than one type of land use review. 5. COUNTY and APPLICANT further agree that it is impracticable for COUNTY staff to complete processing or present sufficient information to the Planning Commission and/or Board of County Commissioners to enable the Planning Commission and/or Board of County Commissioners to make legally required findings for project approval, unless current billings are paid in full prior to decision. 6. Therefore, APPLICANT agrees that in consideration of the COUNTY's waiver of its right to collect full fees prior to a determination of application completeness, APPLICANT shall pay a base fee in the amount of $ 1,029.00 which is based on 3 hours of staff time, and if actual time spent by staff to process the application exceeds the average number of hours by more than 20%, then the COUNTY will bill the APPLICANT quarterly for the additional time spent. Such periodic payments shall be made within 30 days of the billing date. APPLICANT further agrees that failure to pay such accrued costs shall be grounds for suspension of processing. PITKIN COUNTY Cindy Houben Community Development Director Effective 4/9/08 G:county\admin\fomms\agreement to pay 000003 APPLICANT Jon Peacock Print Name Signature Date: Jane 3, 2016 Mailing Address: Pitkin County Communications c/o Jeff Krueeer 530 E Main St Aspen, CO 81611 PITKIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT AGREEMENT FOR PAYMENT OF LAND USE APPLICATION FEES PITKIN COUNTY (hereinafter COUNTY) and _ (hereinafter APPLICANT) AGREE AS FOLLOWS: I. APPLICANT has submitted to COUNTY an application for (hereinafter, THE PROJECT). 2. APPLICANT understands and agrees that Pitkin County Ordinance No. 012-2015 establishes a fee structure for land use applications and the payment of all processing fees is a condition precedent to a determination of application completeness. The fee structure is based on the County's policy that development shall pay, in full, the cost of development review in Pitkin County. Fees have been set to be consistent and fair to the public and to reflect the expense incurred in providing such services to the public. 3. APPLICANT and COUNTY agree that because of the size, nature or scope of the proposed project, it may not be possible at the time of application to ascertain the full extent of the costs involved in processing the application. 4. APPLICANT and COUNTY agree that fees charged for the processing of land use applications shall accumulate if an application includes more than one type of land use review. 5. COUNTY and APPLICANT further agree that it is impracticable for COUNTY staff to complete processing or present sufficient information to the Planning Commission and/or Board of County Commissioners to enable the Planning Commission and/or Board of County Commissioners to make legally required findings for project approval, unless current billings are paid in full prior to decision. 6. Therefore, APPLICANT agrees that in consideration of the COUNTY's waiver of its right to collect full fees prior to a determination of application completeness, APPLICANT shall pay a base fee in the amount of $ which is based on —hours of staff time, and if actual time spent by staff to process the application exceeds the average number of hours by more than 20%, then the COUNTY will bill the APPLICANT quarterly for the additional time spent. Such periodic payments shall be made within 30 days of the billing date. APPLICANT further agrees that failure to pay such accrued costs shall be grounds for suspension of processing. PITKIN COUNTY APPLICANT Cindy Houben Print Name Community Development Director Signature Date: Mailing Address: Effective 4/9/08 G:county\admin\forms\agreement to pay 00000t� rISTKIN i COUNT (� #. `,_4) June 3, 2016 Pitkin County Community Development 130 S Galena St Aspen, CO 81611 RE: Loge Communications Site Land Use Application This application is to request a location and extent review of the proposed Loge Communications Site. The site will develop a new 14' tall, 8'x10' four -post communication tower at the top of Loge Peak (approximately 39°08'33.1"4, 106°52'25.3" VV) and decommission two existing antiquated 20' towers. The site is on Aspen Highlands Mountain, located on USFS property. Pitkin County has submitted an application for a Special Use Permit to the USFS to utilize the site for communications. The County expects a final decision by mid-July. Pitkin County Communications is seeking to build one communication tower that can host the Digital Trunked Radio System (DTRS), in addition to other public safety radio, FM radio, translator, broadband and commercial telecommunication services (e.g. wireless phone). The County is collaborating with Aspen Skiing Company (SkiCo) for the development of the communication tower. SkiCo is planning an addition to the existing Patrol Headquarters (PHQ) building for 2017 that will include additional restrooms and a radio equipment room. Since the addition is not slated until 2017, this application is only for the communication tower and transmission lines to the PHQ building. The site is an existing communication site for the USFS and SkiCo. This proposed project will consolidate the existing 20' weather station and 20' guyed communication tower with a single four -post (8'x10') 14' tall tower. This project will remove the guyed -wire tower, which is a hazard to wildlife, and provide additional capacity for future public safety, broadband and commercial telecommunications. The redevelopment of the site is the critical linkage to Pitkin County's transition to the Digital Trunked Radio System (DTRS). As part of the transition, Loge will become the primary linkage back to Pitkin County dispatch. The County is seeking to build the tower in 2016 to collaborate with the redevelopment of towers at other locations and coordinate with the relocation of the dispatch center. The proposed project is located within the Maroon Creek/Castle Creek caucus in the AF -Ski Area zone. This project is in compliance with the caucus area master plan as follows: 530 E. Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611 • Phone: 970-920-5200 • Fax: 970-920-5198 000005 Wildlife It is the policy of the County to ensure that proposed land uses (including structures) are compatible with the ecosystem of wildlife habitats and do not pose immediate, long-term or potential detrimental impacts to such habitats. This project will remove an antiquated guyed - wire tower, which can be hazardous to wildlife, and replaces it with a self-supporting structure. Safety The Loge Communication Site is a critical linkage for Pitkin County's public safety network and will provide the Sheriffs Office and other emergency personnel with better equipped radio communications to serve the caucus area and the county. The communication tower will also provide space for private wireless providers, expanding cell phone coverage into the caucus area. Scenic Quality The proposed tower will likely be visible from the Maroon Creek road, but the impact to the scenic quality will be minimal from the existing conditions. This project will decrease both the height and number of towers currently located on the Highlands Mountain ridgeline. The tower will be a galvanized gray to best match the existing ski towers and blend in with the natural landscape to the best extent possible. Pitkin County is requesting a Special Use Permit from the USFS for the proposed project. The County currently holds a Special Use Permit for a communication site lower at Highlands. As part of the request, Pitkin County will decommission the other site and create one communication site on Highlands. A copy of the signed USFS application is attached and SkiCo's updated project plan.. The project has been added to the Aspen-Sopris Schedule of Proposed Actions with an expected decision by mid- July 2016. Sincerely, Jon Peacock, County Manager Attachment A: Site Overview Attachment B: Site Plan 11" x 17" Attachment C: Special Review Application to USFS Attachment D: Community Development Agreement Attachment E: Pre -application Conference Summary Sheet 000006 C=) 0 0 0 0 Attachment A: Site Overview Attachment A: Site Overview Pitkin Maps &More Loge Communication Site U17 Map Created on 12:39 PM 06/03/16 at http://www.pitkinmapsandmore.com -17 �R! New transmission + lines site of ra ent room 2017 adc 3760 a 1ea.00 376.0 Feet THIS MAP IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES. Pitkin County GIS makes no warranty or guarantee t: 2.256 oonceming the completeness, accuracy, or reliability wcs_teae_Web Mereator_Auxlllary_Sphem 0 of the content represented. Notes There are no property owners within 300' of the proposed site state Rlghway Road Centerline aK Pnmary Road secondary Road Service Read Full Address Ferrel Boundary Peaks and Passes Irrigation 0,10 Clvension Tunnel Rivers and Creeks Continuous Intermittent River, Lake or POM 2 6 Co,tour 2 _. 10 to n Contour <all other values, to _ ,dg it_ Town Boundary Notes There are no property owners within 300' of the proposed site 14' F Attachment A: Site Overview r VHF Antennas (2) 91 800 MHz Antennas (2) 4' Microwave Dish 3' Microwave Dish 3' Microwave Dish EAST / WEST ELEVATION Loge Peak Tower Conceptual Diagram :100009 Pitkin County Revised 6/1/2016 Attachment B: Site Plan 000010 1. BUILDING CODE:2009 INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE. 2. STANDARDS: ALL LATEST EDITIONS 2.1. AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (AISC)-LOAD AND RESISTANCE FACTOR DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS FOR STRUCTURAL STEEL BUILDINGS 2.2. AMERICAN CONCRETE INSTITUTE (ACI}BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS FOR REINFORCED CONCRETE -ACI 318 3. IN CASE OF CONFLICTS BETWEEN CODES AND/OR STANDARDS THE MOST STRINGENT REQUIREMENT SHALL GOVERN. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL OBTAIN COPIES OF THE ABOVE CODES AND STANDARDS AND HAVE THEM AVAILABLE ON THE JOBSITE AT ALL TIMES. 4. WIND LOADING: 4.1. BASIC WIND SPEED --W MPH 4.2. WIND IMPORTANCE FACTOR, I,p1.15 4.3. EXPOSURE CATAGORY:C 4.4. TOPOGRAPHIC FACTOR:2.92 4.5. ELEVATION PRESSURE REDUCTION COEFFICIENT:0.699 4.6. WIND DESIGN PRESSURE=37.3 PSF 5. LIVE LOAD=10OPSF 6. SNOW LOAD=177 PSF 7. THE PLATFORM HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO CARRY THE LOADS FROM COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT WITH A TOTAL EPA OF UP TO 125.7 FT2. THIS LOAD SHALL BE EQUALLY DISTRIBUTED ON THE STRUCTURE'S LEGS AND HANDRAILS. ADDITIONALLY, EQUIPMENT WITH NO MORE THAN 25 FT2 EPA SHALL BE MOUNTED ABOVE THE HANDRAIL AND NO MORE THAN 12.5 FT2 EPA SHALL BE MOUNTED ABOVE THE HANDRAIL ON ANY INDIVIDUAL LEG. 8. LADDER TO BE OSHA COMPLIANT AND BE DESIGNED AND PROVIDED BY THE CONTRACTOR. 9. CONTRACTOR TO SUPPLY THE COUNTY WITH FABRICATION DRAWINGS FOR APPROVAL BEFORE PROCUREMENT OF ANY MATERIALS. s APR2016 000011 EASTMEST ELEVATION 0 1 9759.92 1 8' HSS 2x2id II Iql I•I III III II Iql I.I I I III SEE DETAIL D I'I I�1 Ill LI HSS 2x2)d I'I I�1 Ill Ill I Ill I I I I —___—_—_—._.—---_ _ _ ------ _.___.__ I SEE DETAIL C % 1= \ I ! \ I 000011 EASTMEST ELEVATION 0 1 9759.92 1 DETAIL A BRACE TO COLUMN BASE PLATE WORK TO EDGE OF PLATE j" GUSSET PLATE WITH 2 BOLT HOLES CENTERED ON BEAM DETAIL B BRACE TO MID -SPAN OF NORTH BEAM MIN TO EDGE OF PLATE DETAIL C BRACE TO MID -SPAN OF EAST -WEST BEAM DETAIL D HAND RAIL DETAIL ON-SHRIK GROUT 1' iz NOTES: WORK POINT BAR CRATE 1. CONCRETE TO BE OUIKRETE 5000 CONCRETE MIX OR EQUAL, APPROVED BY ° e THE ENGINEER I I 2. INSTALL HILTI ANCHORS PER MFG REQUIREMENTS I -- --- —'—� -'©— I -- "—"---o-"—I—"—"---------" 3. REINFORCING TO MEET REQUIREMENTS OF A615-60. 4. ALL COMPONENTS TO BE HOT DIP GALVANIZED 7 • I \ I 5. ALL BOLTED CONNECTIONS TO UTILIZE I'O HARDWARE. ° •\ 6. BOLTS TO BE A325, WASHERS TO BE F436 AND NUTS TO BE A563 -DH. d e ,\ 7. CONCRETE SURFACE TO HAVE A BROOMED FINISH. • 6. ALL STEEL COMPONENTS TO BE MELTED, ROLLED, AND FABRICATED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. CONTRACTOR TO FURNISH OWNER WITH MILL I" GUSSET PLATE WIT 2 BOLT HOLES I 1'-a •\, I a CERTIFICATES BEFORE CONSTRUCTING THE PLATFORM. ,/ CENTERED ON BEAM '- - 9. ALL CONCRETE AND STEEL PLATFORM COMPONENTS TO BE TREATED WITH % 1B• •\ STAIN FROM NATINA PRODUCTS. STAIN TO BE APPLIED PER MANUFACTURER'S / 1}• \. RECOMMENDATIONS. j" GUSSET PLATE WITH 2 BOLT HOLES CENTERED ON BEAM DETAIL B BRACE TO MID -SPAN OF NORTH BEAM MIN TO EDGE OF PLATE DETAIL C BRACE TO MID -SPAN OF EAST -WEST BEAM DETAIL D HAND RAIL DETAIL ON-SHRIK GROUT 1' DETAIL E ANCHOR DETAIL 000012 REMOVE SOIL ANC CONCRI I FOUNDATION ELEVATION PLATFORM BASE PLATE,TYP. iz a In 3• a ° e o a a ° ° a a d e ° a a 2' I• m ° a ° a d a ° a 7 ° DETAIL E ANCHOR DETAIL 000012 REMOVE SOIL ANC CONCRI I FOUNDATION ELEVATION PLATFORM BASE PLATE,TYP. —HILTI HAS -E }'x6 j' ROD; BONDED TO CONCRETE WITH HILTI HIT-HY 200-A EPDXY; FOUR (4) TOTAL PER LEG. —44 HOOPS @ 12' O.0 x#41 LONGITUDINAL BARS AIL E `LONGITUDINAL FOUNDATION PLAN REINFORCING TO BE CONTINUOUS AROUND FOUNDATION CORNERS T s4` MR . Q- MWlS NAL ENG\ 08APR2016 759.02 3 u 1 iz —2— f4 —HILTI HAS -E }'x6 j' ROD; BONDED TO CONCRETE WITH HILTI HIT-HY 200-A EPDXY; FOUR (4) TOTAL PER LEG. —44 HOOPS @ 12' O.0 x#41 LONGITUDINAL BARS AIL E `LONGITUDINAL FOUNDATION PLAN REINFORCING TO BE CONTINUOUS AROUND FOUNDATION CORNERS T s4` MR . Q- MWlS NAL ENG\ 08APR2016 759.02 3 u 1 STANDARD FORM 299 (t/9f) Prescribed by DOI/USD P.L. 96487 and Federal Register Notice 5-22-95 APPLICATION FOR TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITY SYSTEMS AND FACILITIES ON FEDERAL LANDS FORM APPROVED OMB NO. 1004-0060 FOR AGENCY USE ONLY Application Numha Date Filed I. Name and address of applicant Iviclude cip 2. Name, title, and address of authorized agent if di ffercm 3. TELEPHONE (area code) Code) I from item 1 (include zip code) I Office 970429-2815 Pitkin County 530 E. Main S4 3ra Fir Aspen, CO 81611 4. As applicant are you? (check one) a. ❑ Individual It. ❑ Corporation* c ❑ Partnership/Association- d. ❑ State Government/State Agency e. X local Government f. ❑ Federal Agency • If checked, canplete supplemental page Kate Silbemagel Pitkin County 530 E. Main St, and Fir Aspen, CO 81611 5. Specify what application is for. (check one) Applicant Pitkin County Authorized Agent: Kara Silbemagel a. X New authorization b. ❑ Renewing existing authorization No. c. ❑ Amend existing authorization No. d. ❑ Assign existing authorization No. e. ❑ Existing use for which no authorization has been received f ❑ Other• • lfckeckd, pronde dendis under item 7 6. If an individual, or partnership areyou a citizens) of the United States? ❑ Yes ❑ No 7. Project description (describe in detail): (a) Type of system or facility, (e.g., canal, pipeline, road); (b) related structures and facilities; (c) physical specifications (Length, width, grading, etc.); (d) term of years needed: (e) time of year of use or operation; (f) Volume or amount of product to be transported; (g) duration and finning of construction; and (h) temporary work areas needed for concoction (Attach additional sheets. ijadditiowl space is needed.) The purpose of this application is to request new special use authorization for a 20 -year communications lease for the development and operation of a 14' tall, 8'x 10' four -post tower that can host the Digital Trunked Radio System (DTRS), in addition to other public safety radio, FM radio, translator, broadband and commercial telecommunication services. In addition, Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) is submitting an application for the development of a communication facility with auxiliary restrooms that will host the telecommunication equipment and connect to the tower. This application is to request a new lease for the top of Loge Peak (approximately 39°08'33.1 "N, 106a52'25.3"W) on Aspen Highlands and terminate the existing Pitkin County Special Use Authorization #ASP688 (approximately 39008'47.3"N, 106-52'14. 1 "W). Pitkin County's existing Special Use Authorization #ASP688 is for a site lower on Aspen Highlands that was originally approved for a TV Translator site in 1983. Although the lease was renewed in 2014, the site has been inactive for several years and is not a feasible location for the delivery of telecommunication services, especially DTRS. In addition, over time several communications (public safety, HAM radio, and VHF/UHF radio) migrated to the old lift shack at the top of Olympic ("Oly Bowl"). Pitkin County is partnering with the Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) to locate new telecommunication equipment in the proposed Communication/Restroom facility and relocate existing telecommunication equipment from both the current ASC ski patrol building at the top of Loge and equipment located in the Oly Bowl shack. ASC is submitting a separate request to the USFS as part of their master permit for the redevelopment of the Communication/Restroom facility. This application is for the redevelopment of the tower at the top of Loge and re-routing the transmission lines from the current ski patrol building to the proposed Communication/Restrooms building (see Attachment A). This scope of the project will replace the two (2) existing 20' towers (one operated by USFS and one a weather station for ASC) with a single, self-supporting 14' four -post tower to host all telecommunication services. In addition, the original site, tower and facility, per #ASP688 will be decommissioned and several of the telecommunication equipment will be removed from the Oly Bowl lift building. SkiCo has requested that the building remain. The approximate coordinates of the proposed location of the new tower is 39°08'33.1'4 106°52'25.3"W at an elevation of 11,600 feet. This proposed tower will consolidate the existing towers, remove the guyed -wire tower, which is a hazard to wildlife, and provide additional capacity for future public safety, broadband and commercial telecommunications. The redevelopment of the site is the critical linkage to Pitkin County's transition to the Digital Trunked Radio System (DTRS). As part of the transition, Loge will become the primary linkage back to Pitkin County dispatch. The tower and facility will need to be completed by Fall 2016 to collaborate with the relocation of the dispatch center. 000013 The equipment located at the site will be active year-round. Most maintenance and repair activities will be performed outside of the winter months. Winter access is possible via the Loge Peak lift in order to [Hake repairs. See attachments for further project detail. Attachment A —Site location Attachment B — Proposed site plan Attachment C — Proposed tower Attachment D — DTRS system connectivity Attachment E — Construction methods Attachment F — FAA and FCC update Pitkin County is seeking a Special Use Authorization to lease the space for commercial services, including cellular, broadband, and FM communications to consolidate all telecommunications to one site. See Attachment F for more detail. 8. Attach a map covering arca and show location of project proposal Attachment A — Proposed site location 9. State or Local government approval: ❑ Attached X Applied fm ❑ Not Required Applying for Pitkin County constructiontplannmg pennies for tower and facility in concert with USES applications. 10. Nonreturnable application fee: ❑ Attached X Not required The USFS is an associate member of the Consolidated Communications Network of Colorado, Inc. (CCNC), which is the user and managing organization of the Statewide Digital Trunked Radio System Network (DTRS). As the USFS is an active user on the Statewide DTRS, the USFS therefore becomes a co -applicant for this project, along with the State of Colorado and Pitkin County. All applicants will benefit from the Public Safety radio communications provided by the redeveloped tower and new facility, therefore share in contributing to the technical design, implementation and scoping process of this project. 11. Does project cross international boundary or affect international waterways? ❑ Yes X No (J yes."indicate on map) 12. Give statement of your technical and financial capability to construct, operate, maintain, and terminate system for which authorization is being requested. The Statewide Digital Trunked Radio System is a collaborative effort of Federal, State and Local Government Public Safety agencies working together to provide interoperable communications statewide. All of these agencies have years of technical experience in designing, installing, operating and maintaining Public Safety communications systems. Funding mechanisms are in place at the local and state level for maintenance, repair and on-going operational costs. 13a. Describe other reasonable alternative routes and modes considered The proposed location atop Loge is critical in the migration to the DTRS system and its connection to Dispatch. Pitkin County is relocating its Dispatch center from the Aspen core to the North40 Firehouse, located across Hwy 82 from the Airport. Currently, the public safety radio system relies on the Upper Red Communication site to connect with Dispatch. However, the infrastructure at Upper Red is beyond its useful life, with the tower failing and the power system unreliable and inadequate for DTRS needs. Upper Red is also a single point of failure for the entire public safety system, which is of great concern since it is the most unreliable site within the system. The transition to the DTRS system identified Loge as a critical connection point to replace the Upper Red site, connect to Dispatch and improve reliability and redundancy (see Attachment D). Even if Upper Red was re -developed, the system would still require a site on the SE side of the valley to ensure rehability/redundancy of the network. Other sites on Aspen Highlands were considered but dismissed. The location under the current Pitkin County authorization is located below the ridge line within the trees. This site would require a large tower, at least 80' tall, to connect to Dispatch and perhaps taller to connect to some of the other sites, such as Williams. The Oly Bowl site, where there is existing infrastructure, was also considered but dismissed for similar reasons for connectivity to other sites and minimum height needs for the tower. Neither site provides the additional coverage up Maroon and Castle Creeks that the proposed site at the top of Loge would provide. All three sites would require the development of a new facility. In an effort to minimize the amount of development on the mountain, the proposed site creates a multi-purpose facility, adjoining the communications facility with the restroom facility that was identified in ASC's master plan. No other sites will meet the technical requirements and infrastructure needs with minimal changes to the landscape that the Loge site provides. b. Why were these alternatives not selected? The proposed site is an existing communication site for the USFS and SIdCo. Loge is the alternative site to provide the best public safety radio system as well as it is a current communication site with the best year-round access and infrastructure to improve public safety communications. 000014 c. (live explanation as to why it is necessary to cross Federal Lands. The use of Federal land at the Loge Peak location is necessary to provide the greatest range of Pubfic Safety radio communications throughout the Roaring Fork Valley and is the critical link back to Pitkin County Dispatch. 14. List authorizations and pending applications filed for similar projects which may provide information to the authorizing agency. (Specify manber, dare, code, or name) There are hundreds of existing Special Use permits for mountain top Public Safety communications sites on USFS, BLM and Tribal lands in the State of Colorado. Pitkin County currently has leases in place for communications sites with USFS (Upper Red Mountain, Lower Red Mountain, Elephant Mountain, Sunlight, Thomasville & Aspen Mountain) and BLM (Crown Mountain & Williams Hill). 15. Provide statement of need for project, including the economic feasibility and items such as: (a) cost of proposal (construction, operation, and maintenance); (b) estimated cost of next best alternative; and (c) expected public benefits. The need for this project is to provide Public Safety radio communications in the Roaring Fork Valley, connecting Pitkin County Dispatch to DTRS communication at AJAX, Red Table, Sunlight, Williams Hill, Aspen Water and Crown (see Attachment D). The redeveloped Loge Peak site will provide additional coverage to Castle Creek and Maroon Creek Valleys and allow first responders to integrate communications with state and federal agencies. 16. Describe probable effects an the population in the Brea, including the social and economic aspects, and the rural lifestyles. The Loge Peak site project will improve the response time and enhance the interoperable radio communications between all of the Public Safety agencies that respond to Roaring Fork Valley and Highway 82 corridor. This site will greatly improve first responder safety when working incidents in Castle Creek and Maroon Creek area. The redeveloped tower will also provide a location for commercial cell carriers to expand coverage, providing much needed cell phone service in the popular valleys to serve the public and the thousands of people that visit the area each year. 17. Describe likely rnvironmental effects that the proposed project will have on: (a) air quality, (b) visual impact (c) surface and ground water quality and quantity; (d) the control or structural change on ally stream or other body of water, (e) existing noise levels; and (f) the surface of the land, including vegetation, permafrost. soil, and soil stability. The only potential effects of the project will be a minimal change to the visual resources. The project proposes to consolidate and update the existing towers at the site. The project will replace the 20' weather station and 20' guyed communication tower with a single four -post (8'x10') 14' tall tower. (see Attachment C). The tower also provides ample space for additional commercial use. The tower will provide space for eight (8) antennas: two (2) will be used for DTRS, one (1) for USFS, and one (1) for the ASC weather station. The remaining four (4) will be available for commercial use. Antennas may additionally be able to be doubled up, as long as the use is not the same frequency (e.g. two cellular carriers on one antenna if they are not using the same frequency). Transmission lines will be re-routed from the existing ski patrol but to the new Communication -Restroom building. The fines will be encased in an above ground conduit from the facility to the tower, similar to the existing transmission lines and will curve around to follow much of the existing conduit path. The project team is preparing a photo simulation of the proposed facility and tower to address the visual resource concerns. 18. Describe the probable effects that the proposed project will have on (a) populations of fish, plant life, wildlife, and marine life, including threatened and endangered species: said (b) marine mammals. including hunting, capturing, collating or killing these animals. There will be no probable change to any of the above listed items, as the site has been used for communications for some time. Pitkin County, in collaboration with ASC, will conduct a cultural/architectural assessment of both the tower and facility site prior to development, In addition, the project proposes to decommission the existing guyed -wire tower, adhering to the USFS policy, and reducing impacts to wildlife. 19. State whether any hazardous material, as defined in this paragraph, will be used, produced, transported or stored on m within the right-of-way or any of the right-of-way facilities, or used in the constmctioq operation, maintenance or termination of the right-of-way or any of its facilities. "Hazardous material' means arty substance, pollutant or contaminant that is listed as hazardous under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980, as amended 42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq., and its regulations. The definition of hazardous substances under CERCLA includes any "hazardous waste" as defined in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976 (RCRA), as amended, 42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq., and its regulations. The term hazardous materials also includes any nuclear or byproduct material as defined by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq. The term does not include petroleum, including mile oil or any fraction thereof that is not otherwise specifically listed or designated as a hazardous substance under CERCIA Section 101(14), 42 U.S.C. 9601(14), nor does the term include natural gas. No hazardous materials will be involved with this project. 000015 20 Name all the Department(spAgency(tes) where this application is being filed. USFS Aspen - Sopris Forest Ranger District in Aspen. 1 HEREBY CERTIFY, That I am of legal age and authorized to do business in the Slate and that I have personally examined the information contained in the application and believe that the information submitted is cortin[ to the best of my knowledge MIN Title 18. US C. Section 1001, makes it a enme for any pterson knowingly and willfully to make to any department or agency of the United States any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations n to any matter within its jurisdiction. 00001.7 APPLICATION FOR TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITY SYSTEMS AND FACILITIES ON FEDERAL LANDS GENERAL INFORMATION ALASKA NATIONAL INTEREST LANDS This application will be used when applying for a right-of-way, permit, license, lease, or certificate for the use of Federal lands which lie within conservation system units and National Recreation or Conservation Areas as defined in the Alaska National Interest lands Conservation Act. Conservation system units include the National Park System, National Wildlife Refuge System, National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, National Trails System, National Wilderness Presmation System, and National Forest Monuments. Transportation and utility systems and facility uses for which the application may be used are: 1. Canals, ditches, Flumes, laterals, pipes, pipelines, tunnels, and other systems for the transportation of water. 2. Pipelines and other systems for the trans ponation of liquids other than water including oil, natural ggssss, synthetic ligmd and gaseous fuels, and any refined product produced them in. 3. Pipelines, slurry and emulsion systems, and conveyor belts for transportation of solid materials. 4. Systems for the transmission and distribution of electric energy. 5. Systems for transmission or reception of radio television, telephone, telegraph, and other electronic signals, and other means oFcommuniations. 6. Imyroved right-of-way for snow machines, air cushion vehicles, and all -terrain vehicles. 7. Roads, highways, railroads, tunnels, tramways, airports, landing strips, docks, and other systema of general transportation. This application must be filed simultaneously with each Federal department or agency requiring authorization to establish and operate your proposal. In Alaska, the following agencies will help the applicant file an application and identify the other agencies the applicant should contact and possibly file with: Department of Agriculture Regional Forested, Forest Service (USFS) Federal Office Building, P.O. Box 21628 Juneau, Alaska 99802-1628 Telephone: (907) 586-7847 (or a local Forest Service ice) Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Juneau Arca Office Federal Building Annex 9109 Mendenhall Mall Road Suite 5 Juneau, Alaska 99802 Telephone: (907) 586-7177 Department of the Interior Bureau of (and Management 222 West 7th Avenue P.O. Box 13 Anchorage, Alaska 99513-7599 Telephone: (907) 271-5477 (or a local BLM Office) National Pink Service (NPS) Alaska Regional Office 2525 Gambell Street, Room 107 Anchorage, Alaska 99503-2892 Telephone: (907)257-2585 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) Office of the Regional Director 1011 Fast Tudor Road Anchorage, Alaska 99503 Telephone: (907 786-3440 Note -Filings with any Interior agency may be filed with my office noted above or with the: Office of the Secretary of the Interim, Regional Environmental Officer, Box 120, 1675 C Street, Anchorage, Alasaka 99513 000017 Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Alaska Region AAL4, 222 West 7th Ave., Box 14 Anchorage, Alaska 99513-7587 Telephone: (907)271-5285 NOTE - The Department of Transportation has established the above central filing point for agencies within that Department. Affected agencies are: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Coast Guard (USCG), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). OTHER THAN ALASKA NATIONAL INTEREST LANDS Use of this form is not limited to National interest Conservation Lends of Alaska. Individual department/agencies may authorize the use of this form by applicants for transportation and utility systems and facilities on other Federal lands outside those areas described above. For proposals located outside of Alaska, applications will be filed at the local agency office or at a location specified by the responsible Federal agency. SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS (Items not listed are self-explanatory) Hem ?Attach preliminary site and facility consWchon plans. The responsible agency will provide instructions whenever specific plans are required. IlGenerally, the map must show the section(s), township(s), and range(s) within which the project is to he located. Show the proposed location of the project on Mie map as accurately as possible. Some agencies require detailed survey maps. The responsible agency will provide additional instructions. 910. and 12 - The responsible agency will provide additional instructions 13 Providing information on alternate routes and modes in as much detail as possible, discussing why certain routes or modes were rejected and why it is necessary to cross Federal lands will assist the agency(ies) in processing your application and reaching a final decision. Include only reasonable alternate routes and modes as related to current technology and economics. 14 The responsible agency will provide instructions. 15 Generally, a simple statement of the purpose of the proposal will be sufficient. However, major proposals located In pmcal or sensitive areas may require a NII analysis with additional specific information. The responsible agency will provide additional instructions. 16 through 19 - Providing this information In as much detail as possible will assist the Federal agency(ies) in processing the application and reaching a decision. When completing these items, you should use a sound judgment in Nmishing relevant information. Fore example, if the project is not near a stream or other body of "mer, do not address this subject. The responsible agency will provide additional instructions. Application mum be signed by the applicant or applicant's authorized representative. If additional space Is needed to complete any item, please put the information on a separate sheet of paper and Identify 8 as "Continuation of Item'. SUPPLEMENTAL NOTE: The responsible agency(ies) will provide instructions CHECK APPROPRIATE BLOCK I - PRIVATE CORPORATIONS ATTACHED FB.ED- a. Articles of Incorporation ❑ ❑ b. Corporation Bylaws ❑ ❑ c. A certification from the State showing the corporation is in good standing and is entitled to operate within the State. ❑ ❑ d. Copy of resolution authorizing filing ❑ ❑ e. The name and address of each shareholder owning 3 percent or more of the shares, together with the number and percentage of any class of voting shares of the entity which such shareholder is authorized to vote and the name and address of each affiliate of the entity together with, in the case of an affiliate controlled by the entity, the number of shares and the percentage of any class of voting stock of that affiliate owned directly or indirectly, by that entity, and in the case of an affiliate which controls that entity, the number of shares and the percentage of any class of voting stock of that entity owned, directly or indirectly, by the affiliate. ❑ ❑ f. If application is for an oil or gas pipeline, describe any related right-of-way or temporary use permit applications, and identify previous applications. ❑ ❑ g. If application is for an oil and gas pipeline, identify all Federal lands by agency impacted by proposal. ❑ ❑ II - PUBLIC CORPORATIONS ❑ ❑ a. Copy of law forming corporation ❑ ❑ b. proof of organization ❑ ❑ c. Copy of Bylaws ❑ ❑ d. Copy of resolution authorizing filing ❑ ❑ e. If application is for an oil or gas pipeline, provide information required by item "I -f" and I -g" above. ❑ 1 ❑ III - PARTNERSHIP OR OTHER UNINCORPORATED ENTITY ❑ ❑ a. Articles of association, if any ❑ ❑ b. If one partner is authorized to sign, resolution authorizing action is ❑ ❑ c. Name and address of each participant, partner, association, or other ❑ ❑ d. If application is for an oil or gas pipeline, provide information required by "I -r and "I -g" above. ❑ ❑ If the mmIi. inf .firm is alrenAv fileA with the soarer nmee_asino thio annlicatinn and is current. check block entitled "Filed." provide the file identification information (e.g.. number, dare. code, name). If not on file or current, attach the requested information. I.I11rlr(11)0 NOTE: This applies to the Department of the InumorBureau of Land Management (BLM). The Privacy Act of 1974 provides that you be furnished with the following information in connection with the information provided by this application for an authorisation. AUTHORITY: 16 U.S.C. 310 and 5 U.S.C. 301. EFFECT OF NOT PROVIDING THE INFORMATION: Disclosing this information is necessary to receive or maintain a benefit. Not disclosing it may result in rejecting the application. DATA COLLECTION STATEMENT The Federal agencies collect this information from applicants requesting right-of- way, permit, license, lease, or certifications for the use of Federal lands Federal agencies use this information to evaluate your proposal PRINCIPAL PURPOSE: The primary uses of the records are to facilitate the (1) I No Federal agency may request or sponsor, and you are not required to respond to a processing of claims or applications; (2) recordation of adjudicative actions; and (3) request for information which does not contain a currently valid OMB Approval indexing of documentation in case files supporting administrative actions. Number. ROUTINE USES: BLM and the Department of the Interior (DOT) may disclose your information on this form: (1) to appropriate Federal agencies when concurrence or supporting information is required prior to granting or acquiring a right or interest in Inds or resources; (2) to members or the public who have a need for the information that is maintained by BLM for public record; (3) to the U.S. Depenment of Justice, court, or other adjudicative body when DOI determines the information is necessary and relevant to litigation; (4) to appropriate Federal, State, local, or foreign agencies responsible for investigating, persecuting violation, enforcing, or implementing this statute, regulation, or order, and (5) to a congressional office when you request the assistance of the Member of Congress in writing. 000018 BURDEN HOURS STATEMENT The public burden for this form is estimated to vary from 30 minutes to 25 hours per response. with an average of 2 hours per response, including the time for eviewing instructions, gathering and maintaining data, and completing and reviewing the form. Direct comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this form to: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of land Management, Information Clearance Officer (WO -630),1949 C Street, Mail Stop 401 LS, Washington, D.C. 20240 A reproducible copy of this form may be obtained from the Bureau of Land Management, Division of Lands, 1620 L Street, Rm. 10001S, Washington, D.C. 20036 3 S m J v T 4 z _ O J U O CIO C: U q ^- i..L Y W s y A 3 3 S m J v 4 n _ a J q Y 3 7 � J\ d J Y a C w a L % X W Q 3 S m J v a q Y 7 � J\ d J Y C G L W Z W Z 2 AA t W L 6 _ N W s I � i / I m _ J 000019 Attachment E: Construction Methods Construction Methods and Details for the Loge Peak (Aspen Highlands) Tower The planned Aspen Highlands communication tower will be erected on Loge Peak on the rock outcropping near the lift operator shack (see Exhibit A). The proposed structure is a four -post self-supporting tower that measures 10' by 15' with a platform and rails for mounting microwave dishes and other radio communication antennas (see Exhibit B). The construction methods are outlined below: Permitting: Pitkin County will obtain all necessary permits and comply with local codes, ordinances and regulations prior to starting construction. Safety: The design and development of the Loge communications site is critical not only to optimal functioning of the communications system, but also to the safety of installation and maintenance personnel involved with building and maintaining the system. The importance of implementing and following safety programs, during construction as well as during the system's useful life, cannot be overemphasized. Pre -Construction Activities: There are two existing guyed towers atop Loge Peak and one of the towers will be impacted by the new tower construction. A portable mast will be temporarily installed next to the tower to accommodate the Aspen Ski Company (ASC) antennas during construction. Pitkin County will coordinate with ASC on the antenna move and downtime. Once the antennas are relocated, the existing tower, guy wires and anchors will be disassembled and removed. The USFS guy tower will not be impacted during tower construction. See 'Post Construction' below for more detail on the USFS equipment impact. Tower Assembly: The tower platform and legs will be preassembled prior to installation at the factory. All metal components including bolts will be hot -dip galvanized to prevent corrosion. Foundation: Geotechnical investigations will be conducted at Loge Peak to fully develop a foundation plan. This includes a soils test and ground resistivity test. Given the rocky conditions on Loge Peak, the likely method for mounting the tower is with rock anchors. Rock anchors are constructed by drilling holes in the earth and placing a single threaded rod in the hole. The rod is bonded with an epoxy grout or in some cases mechanical expansion anchors. Multiple rock anchors are placed in close proximity to each other and tied together with a concrete cap. This creates a larger platform at grade level to connect the foundation system to the tower structure. The Loge peak tower will require four foundation piers. The concrete piers will be monitored during construction to insure that they conform to the design limits specified by the structural engineer. Grounding: Grounding and earth bonding are essential on communication towers for unexpected events such as lighting strikes and power surges. A grounding electrode system or ground ring will be installed around the tower and interconnected to the building ground to 000020 Attachment E: Construction Methods Post Construction: The ASC and USFS antennas will be relocated to the new tower. The existing USFS guyed tower will be removed. Cleanup: All tools and construction debris will be removed from the site. The site will be inspected at final walkthrough and any issues will be corrected. Schedule: Construction is anticipated to start in July 2016 and is dependent on winter snowfall. As soon as the site thaws, we will begin the geotechnical assessment and then coordinate pre - construction activities with Aspen Ski Co and USFS. Permit Geotechnical Pre -Construction Foundation Grounding Inspection Tower Install Conduit Install Post -Construction Cleanup 000021 Attachment E: Construction Methods provide a common ground potential. Copper electrodes or ground rods will be placed in the earth and connected using a copper ground ring. The number and distance between ground rods will be determined based on the ground resistivity test results. Construction Method: The Loge Peak tower site is not accessible to heavy equipment. Helicopters will be utilized to support material delivery and tower construction. We anticipate three main helicopter lift operations to include: (1) Foundation Preparation: Deliver portable drilling rigs and power generator. (2) Tower Erection: Deliver pre -assembled tower structure (3) Cleanup: Remove construction equipment and tools There is a ski access road from the bottom of Highlands to the base of Loge Peak that can support delivery of small equipment and supplies. These items can be hand -carried to the top of Loge Peak and will not require expensive helicopter lift operations. Conduit: All tower transmission lines to the communications building will be run through conduit. Buried conduit will be used from the building to the base of Loge Peak (see Exhibit A). Surface conduit will be used from the base of Loge Peak to the tower. The conduit will ascend along the ridge to the tower and be hidden from view for hikers and skiers that are near the base of Loge Peak. We anticipate one 3" conduit to support all planned tower antennas. A spare conduit will be installed for future growth. A special PVC conduit with UV protection will be used to prevent discoloration and loss of impact resistance. Colors: The following tower and equipment colors are specified: (1) Foundation: Concrete will include an additive to match the existing soil. (2) Tower: The tower will be constructed using hot -dipped galvanized steel to prevent corrosion. The steel will be treated with an etch primer to create a dull uniform smoke gray appearance. The tower surface will match the existing chair lift poles that go up Loge Peak. (3) Conduit: Conduit will be gray or black in color. (4) Microwave Dishes: The tower microwave dishes will be painted brown in color. Dish covers are required to protect the components from extreme weather and will also be brown in color. The final color selection will be coordinated with USFS. Signage: The Loge Peak tower will be posted with signs identifying the site and providing notices and warnings. The minimum required signage at communication towers include `no trespassing' signs, permit or licensing information and electromagnetic energy radiation warning signs. Revegetation: No revegetation or seeding is anticipated as a result of the construction activity. 000022 ry r. i� 2 Y L L 6 Y O W m U O t�A L U -� NeoC Z 0 r i� 2 Y L L 6 Y W `pG`6 S m I O f \ y J y G J I I w z w z z LL A A � J a + 000023 L L 6 Y W `pG`6 I O f I I I I � J N 000023 ASPENTSNOWMASS May 20, 2016 Karen Schroyer Aspen-Sopris District Ranger 620 Main St. P.O. Box 309 Carbondale, CO 81623 RE: Proposed Action to Construct the Loge Peak Radio Antenna Platform and Communication Equipment/Restroom Addition to PHQ at Aspen Highlands Dear Karen, Aspen Skiing Company (ASC) and Pitkin County (PC) formally and jointly request the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) initiate the necessary environmental review to authorize the Proposed Action to construct the Loge Peak radio antenna platform and add a communication equipment/restroom addition onto the existing Patrol Headquarters (PHQ) at Aspen Highlands. This letter summarizes the project requirements and associated Proposed Actions. The Purpose of this project is to provide the optimum combined antenna location for improved valley -wide radio communication for: 1) PC Emergency Services, 2) USFS radio communications (especially within the Maroon Creek Valley), 3) ASC's radio communications for all four ASC mountains, 4) Current and future wireless telephone service providers, 5) Add to and upgrade existing restroom facilities for guests at the top of Aspen Highlands. There is a Need for this project to ensure optimum and enhanced radio communications for all agencies described above, but particularly to improve radio communications for public health and safety purposes. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Loge Peak radio antenna platform and communication equipment/restroom PHQ addition project includes two elements: 1) An antenna platform (approximately 10 feet wide by 15 feet long by 8 feet high) on the Loge Peak summit, with multiple antennae/dishes (with a maximum height of 8 feet each) installed on the platform; 2) A radio equipment/restroom addition (approximately 420 square feet total) on the northwest comer of the existing PHQ building. Snowmass I Aspen Mountain I Aspen Highlands I Buttermilk 000024 Antenna Platform The proposed antenna platform will be constructed on four concrete piers. The piers could be either excavated into the existing soils to the specified foundation depth or anchored directly to the rock if the geotechnical analysis determines that using drilled anchors will support the structure. The existing guyed towers atop Loge Peak will be removed to facilitate the new platform construction. A portable mast will be temporarily installed next to the tower to accommodate ASC's radio communication antenna during construction. All antenna transmission lines to the radio equipment addition will be placed in conduit. This conduit will be buried between the PHQ addition and the base of the slope rising to the Loge Peak summit. Surface conduit will be used from this point up the slope to the Loge Peak summit antenna assembly and will ascend along the ridge, hidden from view of people located near the top terminals of the Loge Peak and Deep Temerity chairlifts. One 3 -inch conduit is anticipated to support all current antennae needs. An additional conduit will be installed for future growth. The exposed PVC conduit material will be UV resistant to prevent discoloration and loss of impact resistance. PHQ Addition The proposed PHQ addition will include a communication equipment room (approximately 240 square feet) and three additional unisex restroom compartments (approximately 180 square feet) adjacent to the existing public restroom at the northwestern comer of the PHQ building. The communication equipment room would be constructed as an addition to the existing basement of the PHQ building, along the western wall. This room would accommodate all current and future radio equipment needs. The restroom compartments would be constructed on the main deck level of PHQ, on the western side of the building. The restroom compartments will be ADA accessible and waste will be stored in two concrete vaults underneath the addition, capable of storing 2,000 gallons each. An alternate Clivus Multrum type composting waste system may also be considered if the application is appropriate. The vault waste will be pumped out and trucked down the mountain for disposal annually each summer. The addition will be designed to complement the existing PHQ architecture. An emergency generator will be included in the radio communication portion of the addition, with a buried or free-standing propane fuel tank situated per local and state building codes. Some minor grading will take place on the north side of PHQ to accommodate construction and service vehicle access to the northwest comer of PHQ. Construction access will be via the existing mountain road with a material staging area near the top terminal of the Deep Temerity chairlift. Antenna platform materials will be flown to the Loge Peak summit via helicopter and construction crews will access the site on foot. Any revegetation required will comply with guidelines in the ASC Revegetation Plan. 000025 Project Phasing The project would likely be phased as follows: 1) Summer 2016 — Construct antenna platform at Loge Peak summit and install the radio equipment within the existing basement of PHQ. 2) Summer 2017 — Construct the radio equipment/generator addition to the basement of PHQ and the restroom addition to the main level of PHQ. Hopefully this information explains ASC's and PC's intent to ensure this project complies with USFS Standards and Guidelines. Please contact us at your convenience with any additional questions. We appreciate the efforts you and your staff have made to date to initiate the process for this and other projects. Sincerely, 64k Aa* Victor Gerdin Kara Silbemagel Director of Mountain Planning Pitkin County Aspen Skiing Company cc: Erin Carey, Monte Lutterman, David Corbin, Rich Burkley, Kevin Hagerty, Mac Smith, Kara Silbemagel 000026 MISCELLANEOUS DOCUMENTS County of Pitkin } AFFIDAVIT OF NOTICE & } ss. MAILING PURSUANT TO State of Colorado } PITICIN COUNTY LAND USE CODE SECTION 2-20-100 I, Drew Paul Petersen, being or representing an Applicant to the Pitkin County Development Department, personally certify that I have complied with the public notice requirements pursuant to Section 2-20-100 of the Pitkin County Land Use Regulations in the following manner: By posting a sign in a conspicuous place on the subject property (as it could be seen from the nearest public way) on the 30" day of June, 2016, which is at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing. A photograph of the posted sign is attached hereto. Drew Paul Petersen Applicant's name Loge Peak Access Gate off fbunderbowl Lane Signature Signed before me this I` day of July, 2016 by Dw Q,,.1 Pekr_--t - Wn NESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL My commission expires: 3 Notary Public t{gl,;�sle K�t`L11 Notary Public's Signature MICHELE MCCLINTON NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF COLORADO NOTARY ID #2D024028459 My Commwbn F M September 3, 2018 . 1 By posting a sign in a conspicuous place on the subject property (as it could be seen from the nearest public way) on the 30" day of June, 2016, which is at least fifteen (15) days prior to the public hearing. A photograph of the posted sign is attached hereto. Drew Paul Petersen Applicant's name Loge Peak Access Gate off fbunderbowl Lane Signature Signed before me this I` day of July, 2016 by Dw Q,,.1 Pekr_--t - Wn NESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL My commission expires: 3 Notary Public t{gl,;�sle K�t`L11 Notary Public's Signature MICHELE MCCLINTON NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF COLORADO NOTARY ID #2D024028459 My Commwbn F M September 3, 2018 PUBLIC NOTICE RE: Pitkin County/Loge Peak Location and Extent Review (Case #P049-16; PID 2735-134-00-901) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at a regular meeting to begin at 5:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the conduct of business allows, before the Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission, Plaza One Conference Room, 530 E. Main St., Aspen to consider an application submitted by Pitkin County (530 East Main Street, Aspen, CO 81611) requesting to remove existing radio towers on top of Loge Peak and replace them with a single, 4 post, 14' tower. The property is located on 6005 Aspen Highlands Summer Road, and is legally described as a Section of land Township 10 south, Range 85 west of the 6s' PM — in the general vicinity Loge Peak. The State Parcel Identification Number for the property is 2735-134-00-901. The application is available for public inspection in the Community Development Department, City Hall, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO 81611. Comments or objections due by July 8, 2016. For further information contact Mike Kraemer at the Pitkin Community Development Department (970) 920-5482. Jeff Conklin. Chairman Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission Published in the Aspen Times Weekly on June 16, 2016. Pitkin County Account 002.02. Public Private Attention Applicant/Representative: It is your responsibility to do the following: 1. Mail this Public Notice to all adjacent property owners and mineral estate owners at least 30 days prior to the hearing with the return address of the Community Development Department. The names and addresses shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they appeared no more than 60 days prior to the date of the public hearing 2. Submit the Affidavit of Notice by Posting & Mailing (previously sent to you with your applicant letter) as proof of compliance with the Code at the hearing. 3. Pick up Public Notice sign from the Pitkin County Community Development Department, 130 South Galena Street, Aspen, CO (970) 920-5526 4. Post the Public Notice sign on the property at least fifteen days (15) prior to the hearing 5. Remove the Public Notice sign within one week after hearing date http://pitkincounty.com/DocumentCenter/View/9532 PIPKIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 130 South Galena Street Aspen, Colorado 81611 (970) 920-5526 FAX# (970) 920-5439 June 7, 2016 Kara Silbernagel 530 East Main Street Aspen, CO 81611 Kara.silbernagel@pitkincounty.com Re: Highlands Location and Extent Review (PID#2735-134-00-901 CASE # P049-16) Dear Ms. Silbernagel: The Planning Office has completed its preliminary review of the captioned application. We have determined that this application is complete. After a more detailed review of the submittal information, additional information specific to the application may be requested in order to adequately review and process the application. The planner in charge of the review will request the information from you directly. We have scheduled this application at a public hearing before the Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at a meeting to begin at 5:00 pm before the Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission, in the Plaza One Conference Room, 530 East Main Street, Aspen, Colorado. Should this date be inconvenient for you please contact me within 3 working days of the date of this letter. After that the agenda date will be considered final and changes to the schedule or tabling of the application will only be allowed for unavoidable technical problems. The Friday before the meeting date, we will call to inform you that a copy of the memo pertaining to the application is available for you to pick up at the Community Development Office. Please note that it is your responsibility to post a public notice sign on the property at least fifteen days prior to the public hearing (and remove it within one week after). You are also required to mail notice (you may obtain a copy of the public notice from our office) to all property owners and mineral estate owners within 300' of the subject property at least 30 days prior to the hearing with the return address of the Community Development Department given above. The names and addresses shall be those on the current tax records of Pitkin County as they appeared no more than 60 days prior to the date of the public hearing. Please submit the enclosed Affidavit of Notice by Posting & Mailing as proof of compliance with the code at the hearing. If you have any questions, please call Mike Kraemer, the planner assigned to your case, at (970) 920-5482. Sincerely, Bonnie Shiles Administrative Assistant Encl: Affidavit (Code Section 2-20-100) PITKIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT 130 South Galena Street Aspen, Colorado 81611 Phone (970) 920-5526 FAX (970) 920-5439 MEMORANDUM TO: Castle Creek Caucus Maroon Creek Caucus USFS Aspen Ski Company FROM: Mike Kraemer, Community Development Department Michael.kraemer@,pitkincounty.com RE: Highlands Location and Extent Review (PID# 2735-134-00-901; CASE# P049-16) DATE: June 7, 2016 Attached for your review and comments are materials for an application submitted by Pitkin County. The Pitkin County Planning and Zoning Commission will review the application on July 19, 2016. Please return your comments to me by Friday, July 8, 2016. htty://pitkincounty.com/DocwnentCenterNiew/9532 Thank you. 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