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ORDINANCE NO. 040-2019 OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 040-2019 AND
ADOPTING COUNTY -INITIATED RENEWABLE ENERGY-RELATED LAND USE
CODE TEXT AMENDMENTS, SPECIFICALLY AMENDING THE PITKIN COUNTY
CODE, TITLE S, OF THE LAND USE CODE, SECTIONS 2,4 AND 7
ORDINANCE NO. & -2020
RECITALS
WHEREAS, Pursuant to 30-35-301 C.R.S., the Board of County Commissioners (`BOCC") of
Pitkin County, Colorado a Home Rule County is authorized to make and publish ordinances for
carrying into effect or discharging the powers and duties conferred upon such counties by law
and as seems necessary, and
WHEREAS, Pursuant to Section 2_8.1 of the Home Rule Charter {"HRC"), the BOCC is
authorized to take official action by Ordinance for certain matters where action is prescribed
pursuant to the Colorado Revised Statutes as amended, and
WHEREAS, The Pitkin County Community Development Department ("Applicant") initiated
the request for approval of Renewable Energy-related Text Amendments to the following
Sections of the Land Use Code:
2-30-10: Review & Approval Procedures Summary Table
2-30-20: Administrative Review Procedure
4-30-60 Use Specific Standards (Renewable Energy Uses)
7-20-160: Standards for Solar Roof Readiness & Guidelines for Site Orientation for
Solar Access
WHEREAS, After consideration of proposed Land Use Code Text amendments at a regularly
scheduled public Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting on April 7, 2020 in accord with
C.R.S_ ¶ 24-6-402 review; the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of
said Land Use Code Text amendments to the Board of County Commissioners, as reflected in
P&Z Resolution #007-2020.
WHEREAS, The proposed amendments to the Land Use Code text will apply County -wide, as
reflected on the Maps attached hereto as Exhibit E -E4.
WHEREAS, A Pitkin County Greenhouse Gas inventory completed in 2014 and updated in
2017, identified buildings as the most significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in
Pitkin County.
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WHEREAS The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) adopted a 2017 Climate Action Plan
that focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions. at an internal organizational level initially,
with the intent of working towards emissions reduction at a County-wide level, and ultimately
working collaboratively at a regional scale to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and non-
renewable energy consumption.
WHEREAS In recognition of the need to act locally and on a regional scale to address
greenhouse gas emissions relating to climate change, the Board of County Commissioners
approved Resolution # 479-2019 Endorsing The Declaration 4f A Climate Emergency And
Requesting Regional Collaboration To Counter Climate Change.
WHEREAS Public P&Z and BOCC meetings held over a roughly 2 year period between 2015
and 2017 resulted in direction to Staff to develop Land Use Code and Energy Code Addendum
amendments related to the use of renewable energy as an alternative to use of non-renewable
energy resources associated with greenhouse gas emissions.
WHEREAS The Planning. & Zoning Commission and the Board of County Commissioners find
that the proposed County initiated Land Use Code amendments are consistent with Sections 2-30-
40(i) and 2-40-10(e) of the. Pitkin County Land Use Code ("Code"), the Land Use Policies in the
Code, and the Pitkin County Comprehensive Plan, which incorporates the 2016 Crystal River
Caucus Master Plan, the 2016 Emma Caucus Master Plan. the 2016 Frying Pan Caucus Master
PIan, the 2018 Maroon Creek Caucus Master Plan, the 2418 Snowmass/Capitol Creek Caucus
Master Plan as follows:
A. 2016 Crystal River Caucus Plan: The following statements in the Crystal River Cauucus.
Master PIan support Code amendments relating to renewable energy resource use as a
means of mitigating for climate change:
1) "The Caucus supports climate change mitigation and protection to prevent
environmental deterioration."
2.) "Climate change: response and preparedness_ Present climate change trends present a
significant threat to our Valley's character and ecosystems in the near and long-
term ... Mitigating the impact of climate change requires increasing energy efficiency
and the use of renewable energy sources."
B. 2016 Emma Caucus Master Plan_ The following Plan goal addresses climate change and
energy consumption, both of which are addressed by proposed Code amendments:
1 ) "Actively address the threats presented by climate change in order to protect the
environment, the wildlife and the inhabitants of the Caucus area. Inaction with respect to
climate change is potentially catastrophic for the natural environment and current and
future generations in communities. The Emma Caucus endeavors to address energy
consumption at the local level and resiliency relating to local land use and natural
resource management."
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C. 2016 Frying Pan Caucus Plan: The Frying Pan Caucus Plan specifically supports the use of
renewable energy to preserve air quality, support community resiliency and environmental
protection:
1) "Preserve present air duality and keep all air pollution to a minimum.
Encourage the development of community renewable energy sources within the Caucus
area on appropriate sites and the use of renewable energy for private use.
Support and promote resource efficiency in existing and new structures to support
community resiliency, economic vibrancy and environmental protection.
Support the Pitkin County goal of reducing energy from non-renewable sources.
2) Recommended Actions:
Encourage governmental agencies and utilities to incentivize the use of all feasible
forms of renewable energy and power for private use: solar, wind, hydro, geothermal.
D. 2018.Maroon Creek Master Plan: The Maroon Creek Plan encourages sustainable,
renewable energy at a smaller, neighborhood scale rather than at a large, utility scale within
the Caucus area, as follows:
1) "Sustainable energy, particularly renewable energy sources within the Caucus Area,
should be encouraged for existing development and required for all future projects. On-
site renewable energy is best -suited to our small Caucus Area and entrance to the,-
Maroon
heMaroon Bells, whereas large-scale projects to serve the region and the City of Aspen
and/or municipal/utility providers are not appropriate for our rural environment. All
renewable energy projects, whether on-site or within the Caucus Area, should still seek
to preserve natural stream flows, existing ecologies. and scenic qualities of the area."
E. 2018 Snowmass/Capitol Creek Caucus Master Plan: The Snowmass/Capitol Creek Master
Plan incorporates a whole section regarding energy and climate stewardship with the
following specific recommendations:
1) "ENERGY ANIS CLIMATE STEWARDSHIP
The local governments in Pitkin County continue to demonstrate commitment to energy and
climate stewardship through improvements to building codes, incentive programs,
demonstration projects and the like. The Snownaass--Capitol Creek Caucus encourages
homeowners and builders to look for every opportunity to demonstrate conservation. The
following are offered as guidelines_
i. Advanced energy efficient building designs, passive solar designs, and
energy conservation retrofits are the first priorities for reducing the use of
purchased energy, cutting energy costs and pollution, and minimizing the
size and cost of solar systems.
ii. The Caucus encourages home designs that demonstrate use of solar, ground
source heat pumps and Other renewable energy resources that minimize
fossil fuel energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Special attention should
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be paid to minimizing energy use for second homes while unoccupied.
iii. The glare produced by light reflecting from solar panels should not create
unreasonable impacts of intensity and duration for the applicant's neighbors.
If glare creates unreasonable off-site impacts, then vegetative screening,
panel repositioning, or other effective means of mitigating glare may be
rewired.
iv. View -plane obstructions and issues related to height, width, and bulk should
be minimized when installing solar panels, in consideration of neighbors.
v. Off-site renewable electricity options are available from Holy Cross Energy
and Clean Energy Collective. Holy Cross and Community Office for
Resource Efficiency have energy efficiency programs, rebates, and
financing."
WHEREAS The Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners find that the
proposed Land Use Code teat amendments facilitate reduced consumption of non-renewable
resources, building energy efficiency and sustainable design principles.
WHEREAS, The BOCC finds that adoption of this ordinance is in the best interest of the citizens
of Pitkin County.
WHERE -AS, The BOCC finds that adoption of this ordinance is necessary for the immediate
preservation of the public health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Pitkin County and
therefore declares this ordinance and legislation to be effective immediately upon adoption.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of County Commissioners of Pitkin
County, Colorado that it hereby adopts an ordinance of the Board of County Commissioners of
Pitkin County, Colorado inclusive of the following attached exhibits, adopting renewable
energy-related Land Use Code text amendments, and authorizes the Chair or the Chair's
designee to sign the Ordinance and upon the satisfaction of the County Attorney as to form,
execute any other associated documents necessary to complete this matter.
EXHIBIT A 2-30-10: Review & Approval. Procedures Summary Table
EXHIBIT B 2-30-20(G)(20): Administrative Review Procedure
EXHIBIT C 4-30.60 Use Specific Standard (Renewable Energy Uses)
EXHIBIT D7-20-160: Standards for Solar Roof Readiness & Guidelines for Site
Orientation for Solar Access
EXHIBIT E -E4 County Zoning Maps
60CC Ordinance No.011 -2020
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INTRODUCED AND FIRST READ ON THE 25th DAY OF MARCH, 2020 AND SET FOR
SECOND READING AND PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 22nd. DAY OF APRIL 2020.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND TITLE AND SHORT SUMMARY OF THE
O INANCE PUBLISHED IN THE ASPEN TIMES WEEKLY ON THE DAY OF
2020.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND THE FULL TEXT OF THE ORDINANCE POSTED
ON THE OFFICIAL ITKIN COUNTY WEBSITE s✓�-�.��_ ;t¥<<.,,, ON THE
-Atli. DAY OF 1+-.v r< ( 2020_
ADOPTED AFTER FINAL READING AND PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 22ND DAY OF
APRIL 2020.
PUBLISHED BY TITLE AND SHORT SUIvIM Y, AFTER ADOPTION, IN THE ASPEN
TIMES WEEKLY ON THE DAY OF r a , 2020.
POSTED BY TITLE AND SHORT SUMMARY ON THE OFFICIAL PITKIN COUNTY
WEBSITE (�v:vv,Ykinalv.en:##) ON THE ;:�3---'— DAY OF r r 1, 1o7 0b_,
ATTEST:
By YAV {ft- 36w's
Jeanette Jones
Deputy County Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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John Ely, County Attorney
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
By: 54. F. GW,k
Steven F. Child, Chair
Date_aun-22-2020
MANAGER APPROVAL
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Phylis Mattice for Jon Peacock, County Manager
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(e) If testing shows that a site is over any of the thresholds
mentioned above, the Applicant shall not be allowed to dump snow
at that site and reapplication will be required.
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4-30-64: RENEWABLE ENERGY USES
(a) Intent:
The intent of these provisions is to achieve Pitkin County's goal of increasing the use
of clean, alternative energy by advocating for the development of renewable energy
resources and to provide the foundation for a resilient distributed energy system.
(b) General -
(1) Energy storage shall be provided fia aAll renewable energy systems that
produce ten 10 kilo -watt hours kWh or more shall have energy storage
provided with a capacity of at least twenty-five (25) percent of the systems
daily average production in kilo -watts (M).
(2) When feasible, systems shall be installed in partnership with the utility
provider.
(3) Whenever possible, renewable energy technology/equipment shall be part
of a cradle to cradle life -cycle, where the manufacturer who sells the
product disposes/recycles it aad at the end of its usable life.
(c) Energy Storage:
(1) Energy storage not based on battery technology is subject to
administrative review pursuant to section 2-30-20.
(2) Interior energy storage shall be used in preference of exterior energy
storage_
(3) Exterior energy storage buildings shall have a maximum of thirty-six (36)
square feet of floor area exempt from Total Gross Allowed Floor Area,
pursuant to section 5-20-70(1). This exemption does not apply to solar
farms or solar facilities. The buildings shall be no higher than ten (10) feet
tall to the roof ridge as measured from existing or finished grade,
whichever is more restrictive.
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(4) Where visible from public roads, exterior storage systems and buildings
shall be screened with vegetation.
(5) To accommodate release of excess energy or dumping of excess utility
system load, storage systems must have a means of being attached to the
electric utility grid, unless infeasible or the entire building/property being
supplied by the system is disconnected from the utility grid.
(6) If an exterior storage system has not been replaced or upgraded, or the
Community Development Department has not been provided with proof of
maintenance and proof of performance, after ten (10) years, then the
Community Development Department may require replacement or
upgrading of the system, or the removal and disposal of the system, and
re -grading and revegetation of the area to its condition before
development.
(d) Solar Energy Collectors:
(1) General:
(a) Solar energy collectors shall be sized such that the energy collected
will be primarily for onsite purposes, and not primarily for the
generation of electricity to be used off-site.
(b) In the RR zone district, solar energy collectors may only be used for
on-site residential purposes.
(c) Pursuant to Section 7-20-120(d)(4), solar energy collectors shall not
protrude above a ridgeline.
(d) Solar energy collectors shall not shade an evapotranspiration leach
field.
(e) When evaluating a site for installation of solar energy collectors,
rooftop panels are preferred over ground mounted panels, unless
good cause is demonstrated to the Community Development
Department that ground mounted panels are necessary, or are a better
solution for the site.
(2) Roof Mounted Solar Energy Collectors:
(a) General:
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(1) Roof mounted solar energy collectors shall not result in
any structure exceeding the maximum height limit with
encroachments pursuant to Section: 5-20-60.
(2) Roof mounted solar systems and other ancillary
development (racking assembly, balancing system,
utility boxes, etc.) shall have a "matte" finish or be of a
non -reflective material/color. Equipment that is painted
shall be maintained.
(3) Solar energy collectors constructed on roofs shall have
a setback that complies with the County's currently
adopted international fire code.
Distance from peak as per
nternational Fire Code (]FC)
(b) Flat Roof Mounted Solar Energy Collectors:
(1) A roof is considered to be a flat roof for solar purposes
if it is less than or equal to a two -twelve (2112) slope.
(2) Measuring to the top of the panel, solar energy
collectors constructed on flat roofs may be raised up to
four (4) feet above the surface of the roof, but may not
exceed the maximum height with encroachments
pursuant to section 5-20-60.
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Parapet Height of panels shall not exceed 4'
Roof Surface 4 as measured from surface of roof
-h h may not exceed
maximum height with
encroachments pursuant
to 5-20-60
(c) Pitched Roof Solar Energy Collectors:
(1) A roof is considered to be a pitched roof for solar
purposes if it is more than a two -twelve (2/12) slope.
(2) Solar energy collectors on pitched roofs shall not
protrude above the ridge of the roof.
(3) Measuring to the top of the panel, solar energy
collectors on pitched roofs may be raised up to three (3)
feet above the surface of the roof, but may not exceed
maximum height with encroachments pursuant to
section 5-20-60.
May not exceed 3 (three) feet above the roof surface _
Solar Panels cannot extend above the ridge of roof -
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(3) Ground Mounted Solar Energy Collectors:
(a) The standards of this section apply to all ground based solar systems
less than one-quarter (114) acre of land ins used (with total land
used calculated by accounti112 for total land area needed to develop
the ound-mounted system, including but not limited to storage
sheds, access, uadinp-, fencing, reveeetation, morintinLy eauiDment.
panels, etc.). A ground -mounted lased system that is one-quarter
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(114) acre of land used or larger shall comply with the Solar Farre
standards listed below, section 4 30 60(d). 4-30-60(e).
(b) Ground mounted systems on less than, or equal to, one-tenth (1110)
acre of land used (with total land used calculated by accounting for
total land area needed to develop the ground-mountedsystem,
including but not limited to, storage sheds, access,rg ading, fencing,
revegetation, mounting equipment, panels, etc.). shall be subject to
administrative review pursuant to section 2-30-20 and applicable
provisions in Section 7-20.
(c) Systems on more than one-tenth (1110) acre of land used with total
land used calculated by accounting for total land area needed to
develop the ground -mounted system, including but not limited to,
storage sheds, access,rg ading, fencing revegetation, mounting
equipment, panels, etc.) will be subject to review by the heating
offleer administrative review with mailed and posted notice pursuant
to section 2 30 30 2-30-20 and applicable provisions in Section 7-
20. Systems ao mor -e thfffl eiie seventh (1/7) acre of land itsed will
e v o and Zviii."ig
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Access Path to Ground Mounted Solar = 2,738 sq ft
Storage Shed = 205 sq ft,
Included in the Fenced Area Calculation below
Fenced Area = 7,385 sq ft,
The fenced area is the perimeter around the V- -
Ground -Mounted Solar System and Storage Shed
(The fenced area includes the land directly under
= the Ground -Mounted Solar array of 4,230 sq ft) ._ t
Total Land Used =Access Path + Fenced Area
(includes all Area Inside the Fence: Storage Shed + t
Ground -Mounted Solar+Access Paths
Inside the Perimeter of the Fence)
The Total Land Used for this Ground -Mounted
Solar Energy Collecting System is
= 2,738 + 7,385 = 10,123 sq ft or 0.232 acres
This project shall be subject to administrative
review pursuant to section 2-30-20
and applicable provisions in Section 7-20 =
Ground -Mounted Solar Energy Collecting System
(d) Ground mounted solar energy collectors and other ancillary
development (racking assembly, balancing system, utility boxes,
etc.) shall have a "matte" finish or be of a non -reflective
material/color. Equipment that is painted shall be maintained.
(e) The height of ground mounted solar collectors shall be the minimum
necessary to generate usable energy at maximum tilt, but shall not
exceed a maximum height at maximum tilt of fifteen (15) feet in
height as measured from natural grade or finished grade, whichever
is more restrictive.
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15' from existing or
proposed grade,
whichever is more
restrictive
r Proposed Grade
Existing Grade
(f) Ground Mounted solar energy collectors shall be located within an
approved activity envelope pursuant to Section 2-30-20(8)(20),
unless exempted pursuant to section 7-10-30 of the Code.
(g) The minimum efficiency of the solar system used shall be the
residential National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Solar
Photovoltaic System Cost Benchmark Report model assumptions for
panel efficiency from the benchmark report issued in the year of
installation of the solar energy collectors or from the most recent
benchmark report released.
(h) If the system falls into a state of disrepair, or is inoperable for a
period in excess of one -hundred and eighty-five (185) days, then the
Community Development Department may require replacement or
upgrading of the system, or the removal and disposal of the system,
and re -grading and revegetation of the area to its condition before
development
(e) Solar Farm
(1) Any ground -mounted solar energy collecting system ming -using a
quarter (1/4) acre of land or more shall be considered a Solar Farm and be
subject to special review pursuant to section 2-40-20 (with total land used
calculated by accounting for total land area needed to develop theground-
mounted system, including but not limited to storage sheds access
grading, fencing, reve etation mounting equipment, panels etc.).
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(2) Siting of Solar Farms shall be in conformance with Chapter 7 and the
Activity Envelope/Site Plan Review submission.
(3) Site plans shall include locations of all panels and accessory development
associated with the Solar Farm such as utility trenching, access roads,
service plans, and structures.
(4) Solar Farms shall be installed with the approval of and in partnership with
the District Utility Provider for the Solar Farm's Location.
(5) Solar Farms shall provide energy storage for produced energy or utility
system loads at fifty (50) percent or more of daily average production in
filo-Watts (M).
(6) Upon application for a Solar Farm, the Applicant shall submit a
construction management plan and a decommissioning plan.
(7) A Solar Farm's application shall include a covenant for the maintenance,
renovation and removal of the farm.
(S) The height of ground mounted solar collectors shall be the minimum
necessary to generate usable energy at maximum tilt, but shall not exceed
a maximum height at maximum tilt of fifteen (15) feet in height as
measured from natural grade or finished grade, whichever is more
restrictive, except to accommodate site specific needs if approved through
special review.
(9) Ground mounted solar energy collectors and other ancillary development
(racking assembly, balancing system, utility boxes, etc.) shall have a
"matte" finish or be of a non -reflective material/color. Equipment that is
painted shall be maintained.
(10) Accessory buildings for energy storage associated with the solar farm
shall be limited to one thousand (1,000) square feet in aggregate, exempt
from floor area.
(11) The Applicant shall submit an annual report that includes information
about the preceding year of operations of the project, power output,
comments received, or any other information pertinent to the operation of
the solar farm. This annual report shall be submitted to the Community
Development Director for review.
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(12) On site power lines associated with the solar farm shall, to the
maximum extent practical, be placed underground.
(f) Solar Facility:
(1) Any solar system producing two (2) Mega -Watts of energy or more shall
be considered a public utility and be subject to all utility standards
pursuant to sections 4-30-30(f) and 7-50,, as well as all standards and
regulations of the State of Colorado's Public Utilities Commission.
(2) Solar Facilities shall comply with sections 12-30-140, 12-30-170, 12-40-
90, and 12-40-120.
(3) Siting of Solar Facilities shall be in conformance with Chapter 7 and the
Activity Envelope/Site Plan Review submission.
(4) Site plans shall include locations of all panels and accessory development
associated with the solar farm such as utility trenching, access roads,
service plans, and structures.
(5) Solar Facilities shall be planned and built with the approval of and in
partnership with the local Utility Provider.
(6) Solar Facilities shall provide energy storage for produced energy or utility
system loads at fifty (50) percent or more of daily average production in
kilo -Watts -
(7) Upon application for a Solar Facility, the Applicant shall submit a
construction management plan and a decommissioning plan.
(8) Solar Facility applications shall include a covenant for the maintenance,
renovation and removal of the facility.
(9) Ground mounted solar energy collectors heights shall be the minimum
necessary to generate usable energy at maximum tilt, but shall not exceed
a maximum height at maximum tilt of fifteen (15) feet in height as
measured from natural grade or finished grade, whichever is more
restrictive, except to accommodate site specific needs as approved through
review.
(10) Ground mounted solar energy collectors and other ancillary
development (racking assembly, balancing system, utility boxes, etc.) shall
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have a "matte" finish or be of a non -reflective material/color, Equipment
that is painted shall be maintained.
(11) Accessory buildings associated with the Solar Facility shall eeeffty
count as floor area as permitted by the zone district in which the property
is located.
(12) The Applicant shall submit an annual report that includes information
about the preceding year of operations of the project, power output,
comments received, or any other information pertinent to the operation of
the Solar Facility. This annual report shall be submitted to the Community
Development Director for review.
(13) On site power lines associated with the Solar Facility shall, to the
maximum extent practical, be placed underground.
(g) Wind Powered Energy Generators:
(1) Where feasible, vertical turbines shall be used in lieu of horizontal
turbines.
(2) Wind energy generation systems shall not occupy land in excess of one-
tenth (1110) of an acre of contiguous land.
(3) A wind powered energy generator shall be used primarily for private
purposes, and not primarily for the generation of electricity to be used off-
site. The maximum height of a wind powered electric turbine shall not
exceed one and a half (1.5) times that of the principal building height
allowed in the property's zone district, measured from the ground to the
tip of the blade in its tallest position, and the minimum height of the
turbine blade above ground level shall not be less than twenty (20) feet for
horizontal turbines, and ten (10) feet for vertical turbines.
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(4) No part of any wind powered electric generator, including guy wire
anchors, may extend closer to any property boundary than the height of
the tower.
(5) Except during severe wind storms, wind powered electric generators shall
not cause a sound level exceeding fifty (50) dba, as measured at the closest
neighboring inhabited dwelling.
(6) All wind systems shall be equipped with a manual and automatic override
brake to keep blade rotation within system design parameters during
adverse weather or wind in excess of design.
(7) Base screening shall be installed using vegetation to mitigate the visual
impact so long as it does not hinder system performance.
(8) All wind powered electric generators shall meet all applicable
requirements of the Land Use Code, applicable adopted building codes,
the National Electric Code, and regulations of the Federal Aviation
Administration.
(9) If wind energy generators have remained inactive for one -hundred and
eighty-five (185) days or more, then the Community Development
Department may revoke approval of the system and require the system to
be removed and disposed of, and the location of the system to be re -graded
and re -vegetated to its conditions before development.
(h) Micro Hydroelectric Energy System:
(1) Wheel turbines, generators, and other mechanical equipment shall be
enclosed in a wheelhouse/pumphouse structure. Only one structure is
permitted, and the structure shall be detached from other structures and
sized only to house necessary mechanical equipment for the hydroelectric
system.
(2) Maximum size for this structure shall be 150 square feet, eight (8) feet in
height, and used solely for hydro electricity generation.
(3) The maximum size of a system shall be 500 kW.
(4) The system shall be designed to blend in with its natural surroundings and
be of earth tone colors. All system components, including the structure
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and pipes shall not create visual or auditory impacts, or create
impediments or other unnatural hazards upon wildlife.
(S) A System placed in a fish bearing stream must include structures to
prevent fish from entering the system.
(6) A System shall be designed to reduce the length of the reach of the
diversion to the maximum extent feasible in an effort to avoid de -watering
a stream.
(7) The system must be in compliance with Federal Energy Regulation
Commission 4.30(29) and other applicable standards, including U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers and State Division of Water Resources, and shall
demonstrate appropriate water rights.
(8) Dams are not allowed for micro hydroelectric systems. Partial diversion
structures. such as weirs or head gates are allowed with proper permitting.
Diversions from the river/stream shall be designed so that minimum
stream flows are not threatened in the reach between the intake and the
return of the hydroelectric system.
(9) If a system is not in continuous use for more than one (1) calendar year
for reasons other than low stream flows, disruption to stream habitat, or
drought, the structures associated with a hydroelectric system may be
required to be removed. Prior to issuance of a permit for the micro
hydroelectric system, the applicant shall grant Pitkin County a non -
revocable license to enter the property for decommissioning the system. A
covenant shall also be recorded that acknowledges that the property owner
shall bear the cost of decommissioning the facility. This cost will include
rehabilitation of the site. 4-30-60
(10) A system proposed within the riparian and wetland setbacks specified
in Sec. 7-20-80(a)(2) shall also comply with Section 7-20-80(c).
(11) Micro hydroelectric generation systems that divert water from an
irrigation ditch, rather than from a creek or stream, and do not disrupt
riparian and wetland habitat or encroach into a riparian and wetland
setback shall be reviewed by the Community Development Director
through Site Plan review. Section 7-10-30: Exempt Development
Activities could apply if the system is not located within a constrained
area as defined by Chapter 7. In all cases the proposal must contain proof
of adequate water rights.
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(12) The County shall review the impacts of a micro hydroelectric system
on the natural environment with consideration given to the intensity and
amount of electricity generated by the system.
(13) Appropriate water rights and an augmentation plan shall be submitted
for review and approval if the micro hydroelectric system proposes
construction of ponds and/or storage reservoirs.
(Code repealed and reenacted (all sections) Ord 014-D, 2006, 07-05-08; § 4-30-60 added
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EXHIBIT F
CHAPTER 7: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
7-10-30: EXEMPT DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
The following activities are exempt from Site Plan and Activity Envelope review if the
activities are in compliance with the standards in Secs. 7-10-40 through 7-20-90 and are
exempt from Scenic View Protection Review pursuant to Sec. 7-20-120 (c).
(a) The Community Development Director may exempt agricultural buildings of less
than 4,060 square feet (except for a barn of more than 20' and up to 25' to the
midpoint of the roof on a lot/parcel of 10 to <20 acres) or greenhouses of less than
3,000 square feet from review, if the owner demonstrates that (1) there is no
construction in a Constrained Area; and (2) the agricultural building is sited
consistent with Sec. 7-20-120(e), Rural Character Guidelines for Building
Locations; and (3) the agricultural building is not visible from the rights-of-way
designated in Sec. 7-20-120(b), or has limited visual impact and the exterior and
roof comply with Secs. 7-20-120(d)(11) and (12); and (4) the agricultural building
maintains yard setbacks of at least one and a half times the required yard setbacks
specified in Sec. 5-10
(b) The Community Development Director may exempt remodeling, expansion or
reconstruction of any existing legally created structure provided there is no
expansion or construction of a structure into a Constrained Area. For the purposes of
this exemption only, areas categorized as low wildfire hazard shall not be
considered constrained areas.
(c) The Community Development Director may exempt construction of an accessory
structure, provided there is no construction in a Constrained Area.
(d) The Community Development Director may exempt temporary disturbance of land
for development including but not Limited to, drilling a well percolation testing, test
pits and installation of utilities, and temporary access to accomplish these activities,
provided there is no development in a Constrained Area.
(e) Clearing, grading or grubbing of less than two hundred (200) square feet in the area
or earthmoving of less than fifty (50) cubic yards.
(f) The Community Development Director may exempt installation of landscaping that
does not include removal of native vegetation, is not within Constrained Areas, and
is limited in area and scope such that the rural character of the County is not
compromised as per Sec. 7-20-130.
(g) For the purpose of sub -sections (a) through (g) above, areas categorized as low
wildfire hazard shall not be considered constrained areas.
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(h) Development activity not exceeding twenty thousand (20,000) dollars in
construction costs, that avoids or adequately mitigates Constrained Areas.
(i) For the purposes of this exemption only, areas categorized as low wildfire hazard
shall not be considered constrained areas.
(j) The Community Development Director or the Assistant Community Development
Director may exempt renewable energy generation and collection, and/or renewable
energy storage from Activity Envelope requirements, provided there is no
development in a constrained area and the development is not a utili scale
development.
(Code repealed and reenacted Ord No. 14-D, 2006 - § 7-10-30 amended (part) Ord. 28-07,
11-14-07; Ord 011-11, 08-10-11; Ord. 032-14 10-09-14
EXHIBIT G
7-10-50: SITE PLAN AND ACTIVITY ENVELOPE
(a) The intent of this Chapter 7 is to allow activities and development to take place
where they comply with the provisions of this Land Use Code and with the Pitkin
County Comprehensive Plan for the area. Compliance will generally involve avoidance
of "Constrained Areas" through the identification of an "Activity Envelope," as well as
approval of a Site Plan_ For purposes of Chapter 7, "Constrained Areas" include all
areas included in each of the following categories, as defined and regulated by this Land
Use Code: (i) Areas of Statewide Interest listed in C.R.S. 24-65.1-101 et. seq.), (ii)
steep and potentially unstable slopes, (iii) water courses, drainage channels, and areas
subject to erosion, (iv) floodplain hazard areas, (v) geological hazard areas, (vi) severe
or low to moderate wildfire hazard areas, (vii) wildlife habitat areas, (viii) river and
stream corridors and wetlands (ix) irrigated lands for food or crop production, (x)
historic preservation areas, and (xi) archeological resource areas.
(b) The Site Plan process incorporates an "Activity Envelope" approach in which the
County staff works with the applicant to determine which portions of the site (if any)
would permit the proposed activity or development to be conducted in compliance with
this Land Use Code and in conformity with the Comprehensive Plan for the area. In
general, this process will involve both a determination of (i) which portions of the site
are not available for development because of the existence of Constrained Areas, and
(ii) of the remaining portions of the site, which areas would accommodate the activity
or development so as to minimize impacts on surrounding properties, maximize
compliance with the requirements of the development standards in this Chapter 7, and
maximize compliance with the Comprehensive Plan goals and objectives.
(c) In general, the defined Activity Envelope for development of primary uses shall be
large enough to accommodate the proposed principal use of the property and traditional
permitted accessory structures, infrastructure (roads and septic systems), and uses, but
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should not be significantly larger than the area needed for such structures. In the case
of a site with few Constrained Areas, the defined Activity Envelope may include more
than one potential building site for a new single family home. The defined Activity
Envelope may include non-contiguous areas (including separate areas for septic fields,
landscaping, driveways to public roads, mitigation measures required in connection
with any provision of this Chapter 7, and/or areas to be disturbed only during
construction on the property — including staging areas and materials storage areas).
Construction of trails will not require an Activity Envelope analysis except as required
by Sec. 7-20-50.
(d) Clearing, grading or grubbing of two hundred (204) square feet or more in area,
earthmoving of fifty (50) cubic yards or greater, or changes in the natural drainage of
the site shall occur only after an Activity Envelope has been defined and all applicable
local, state and federal permits have been obtained. In addition, Site Plan Approval is
required if these activities will occur on a property within a Scenic View Protection
Area and the development is not exempt pursuant to Sec. 7-20-120 (c).
(e) Activity Envelope and Site Plan Review for a Stream Restoration Project shall
adhere to all development standards in 7-20-40 and 7-20-80 and shall be reviewed by
the BOCC as set forth in Table 2-1.
(f) Once an Activity Envelope has been defined, the natural grade, topography,
vegetation and drainage of areas outside the defined areas shall not be disturbed except
as specifically permitted in this Land Use Code. Prior to any development activity on
the parcel, the boundaries of the Activity Envelope shall be identified with construction
fencing, and such fencing shall remain in place until development has been completed.
(g) While it is preferable to obtain approval of an Activity Envelope as part of the Site
Plan approval process, applicants who are not prepared to submit a Site Plan for a
specific structure may request approval of an Activity Envelope separately. Prior to the
issuance of a Development Permit, the applicant shall be required to apply for and
obtain approval of a Site Plan confirming that the proposed development is consistent
with the defined Activity Envelope and with other standards in this Land Use Code not
considered at the time the Activity Envelope was defined.
(h) The standards in this Chapter 7 shall be used (i) to identify the Activity Envelope
on a property, (ii) to review and approve the Site Plan for proposed development, and
(iii) to regulate development within the Activity Envelope pursuant to the Site Plan_
Development Standards in this Chapter 7 which are to be reviewed as part of Activity
Envelope and Site Pian review are set forth in Table 7-1 below.
(Code repealed and reenacted Ord. No. 14-D, 2006 - § 710-50 amended (part) Ord. 24-08,
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EXHTBIT H
7-20-I60. STANDARD FOR SOLAR ROOF READINESS AND GUIDELINES FOR
SITE ORIENTATION FOR SOLAR ACCESS
A. Intent:
These provisions are intended to enhance the passive solar gain potential of new
buildim4s and provide for the future installation of roof -mounted solar energy collectors at the
site design stage of development.
B. Solar Roof -Readiness Standard
1. All newly constructed residences shall have a minimum of thirty-five {35)
ercent of total roof space constructed for solar gain and be wired pursuant to
the Pitkin C2pty Building Code for the constriction of solar ener
collectors.
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prior approval of
Activity Envelope
if done prior to full
Site Plan review
Site Preparation and Grading
X
X
Steep and Potentially Unstable Slopes
X
X
Water Courses and Drainage Channels; Areas
Suject to Erosion
X
X
Floodplain Hazards
X
X
Geologic Hazards
X
X
Wildfire Hazards
X
X
Wildlife Habitat Areas
X
X
River and Stream Corridors and Wetlands
X
X
Irrigated Lands for Food or Crop Production
X
X
Historic Preservation
X
X
Archeological Resources
X
X
Scenic View Protection
X
Landscaping and Vegetation Protection
X
Lighting
X
Solar Access
X
Roads, Driveways, and Parking
X
Trails
X
Public Services and Utilities
X
Water Supply and Distribution Systems
X
Sewage Treatment and Collection
X
Signs
X
Standards For Solar Roof Readiness &
X
Guidelines for Site Orientation For Solar
Access
EXHTBIT H
7-20-I60. STANDARD FOR SOLAR ROOF READINESS AND GUIDELINES FOR
SITE ORIENTATION FOR SOLAR ACCESS
A. Intent:
These provisions are intended to enhance the passive solar gain potential of new
buildim4s and provide for the future installation of roof -mounted solar energy collectors at the
site design stage of development.
B. Solar Roof -Readiness Standard
1. All newly constructed residences shall have a minimum of thirty-five {35)
ercent of total roof space constructed for solar gain and be wired pursuant to
the Pitkin C2pty Building Code for the constriction of solar ener
collectors.
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C. Driveway Orientation Guidelines:
Driveways, auto -courts and Parkhm areas should exhibit some or all of the following
characteristics:
1. Location on the south -facie side of buildings and/orparcels;
2. Ei h 80 ercent of the drivewa is oriented within thin '30 degrees of
the. north -south axis;
3. No new ve getatioin should be installed within ten (10) feet of the driveway,
auto -court or parking area unless said vegetation has an average mature
height of less than five (5) feet.
4. New non -deciduous vegetation which isinstalled within twent -five 25
feet of the drivewa auto -court or parking area and has an average mature
height of over five 5 feet should have a minimum spacing of fifteen (IS)
feet between the bases of tree trunks.
D. Building Orientation Guidelines:
New buildings should exhibit some or all of the following characteristics:
I . Orientation of the lamest building wall of the buildipg, as measured b
surface area, should be south -facing and within thirty_(30) degrees of the
east -west axis.
2. Orientation of the long axis of the building should be within thirty 30
degrees of the true east -west axis.
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