Fwd: Rocky Mountain Log and Saw Sawmill Rezoning

[Rebecca Everette]

Commissioner Kefalas,

I wanted to follow up about the property up in Laporte owned by Nicole and Chad Uthmann, where they are operating a sawmill without County approvals. Chad Gray and I met with the Uthmanns last week, along with some NRCS representatives (including Zach Thode). It was a productive conversation, and we all agreed that it would be appropriate to extend the deadline for them to start the rezoning process. They appear to be on track to submit a rezoning application by the new January 31 deadline.

Thanks,

Rebecca

	Rebecca Everette, AICP (she/her) Community Development Director
	Community Development Department  200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521  Phone:  (970) 498-7690 reve...@larimer.org | www.larimer.gov

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From: Rebecca Everette <ever...@co.larimer.co.us>
Date: Fri, Dec 15, 2023 at 5:17 PM
Subject: Re: Rocky Mountain Log and Saw Sawmill Rezoning
To: Nicole Uthmann <uth...@q.com>
Cc: <cng...@larimer.org>, <whit...@co.larimer.co.us>, <awh...@larimer.org>, <roane...@gmail.com>, <rvuth...@gmail.com>

Nicole,

It was nice to meet all of you this morning, and thank you for the productive conversation. Chad Gray and I have discussed your request for an extension, and I am supportive of extending the deadline to submit a rezoning application to January 31, 2024. Please let us know if you have any questions in the meantime as you prepare your application.

Have a great weekend!

Rebecca

	Rebecca Everette, AICP (she/her) Community Development Director
	Community Development Department  200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521  Phone:  (970) 498-7690 reve...@larimer.org | www.larimer.gov

On Fri, Dec 15, 2023 at 1:04 PM Nicole Uthmann <uth...@q.com> wrote:

Dear Chad, Michael, and Rebecca,

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Rebecca and Chad for dedicating time today to meet with us, Roger & Vicki Uthmann, as well as the NRCS crew comprising Zach Thode, Gretchen Reuning, and Matt Mueller. Your insights during our discussion have been invaluable as we navigate through the application process.

Our discussion today has led us to the realization that opting for planned development could be the optimal choice for our circumstances. However, this zoning district requires thorough research and meticulous planning for our application.

Given the upcoming holiday season and the year-end preparations for our businesses, we respectfully request an extension of the deadline until January 31, 2024. This additional time will enable us to refine our narrative and collaborate effectively with our team.

We appreciate your understanding, patience, and cooperation in this matter.

Warm regards,

Nicole Uthmann

On Mon, 11 Dec, 2023 at 11:55 AM, Chad Gray <cng...@larimer.org> wrote:

 

To: nicole uthmann
Cc: whit...@co.larimer.co.us; awh...@larimer.org

Hi Folks,

I have spoken with the Community Development Director and she agreed to give you folks an extension until the end of day this Friday, December 15th, 2023 to get the rezoning application submitted.  

Thanks,

Chad Gray

On Fri, Dec 8, 2023 at 7:51 PM Nicole Uthmann <uth...@q.com> wrote:

Dear Michael and Chad,

During today's visit to file the rezoning application, Chad was informed that the procedure he followed was incorrect. I provided Chad with a printed copy of the email, but his lack of familiarity with the internet and your email led him to believe that a simple one-page application/fee was all that was necessary. His understanding was that the county would assist and navigate the submittal requirements with him after receiving the application and the fee, given the complexity of the information requested. 

Managing multiple businesses while navigating the complexities of zoning application procedures can be overwhelming and confusing. I apologize sincerely for misunderstanding.

Please work with us and allow us additional time to figure out what is needed.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Best regards,

Nicole Uthmann

Chad's cell: 970-222-3536

On Mon, 27 Nov, 2023 at 1:58 PM, Michael Whitley <whit...@co.larimer.co.us> wrote:

 

To: uth...@q.com
Cc: cng...@larimer.org; awh...@larimer.org

This is a friendly reminder that there is a deadline of December 8, 2023 to submit an application to rezone your property at 2318 County Road 54G or cease sawmill operations and remove the associated materials stored on the property.

I've attached a slightly revised Inquiry Report.  The report now refers to the Planned Development zoning district instead of the Rural Planned Development and it updated a link to the Land Use Code.  These changes are not substantial and do not change any of the submittal requirements. 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Michael

Michael Whitley, AICP
Senior Planner
Larimer County Planning Division
P.O. Box 1190
200 W. Oak Street, Suite 3100

mwhi...@larimer.org
(970) 498-7720 Direct

On Wed, Sep 20, 2023 at 5:56 PM Michael Whitley <whit...@co.larimer.co.us> wrote:

I've attached pdfs of all of the documents we discussed this afternoon.

If you'd like to include an appeal to the rezoning review fee, you can include the request in the rezoning project description.  The request should address the following criteria:

1. The development as proposed helps achieve a density or intensity reduction of existing uses consistent with adopted plans (in this case, the LaPorte Area Plan).

2. Staff has made an error in processing the project application.

3. An exceptional, documented financial hardship exists (please provide documentation of the hardship).

4. The development application is from a jurisdiction or department with a current Intergovernmental Agreement or Memo of understanding which addresses application fees (none currently exist)

Please note that you will be required to pay the full application fee when the rezoning application is submitted.  The public hearing on the fee appeal will occur on the same day as the Board of County Commissioners public hearing on the rezoning request.  If the BCC approves a reduction or elimination of the fee, the applicable amount will be refunded. 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Michael

Michael Whitley, AICP
Senior Planner
Larimer County Planning Department
P.O. Box 1190
200 W. Oak Street, Suite 3100

mwhi...@larimer.org
(970) 498-7720 Direct

[Rebecca Everette]

Hi Commissioner,

Yes, I will be online at LAPAC tonight. It sounds like all of the committee members will be online, but Laura will be in the Hearing Room in case any members of the public want to attend in-person. And you are correct, you should not be present for the discussion about the development proposal.

See you tonight!

Rebecca

	Rebecca Everette, AICP (she/her) Community Development Director
	Community Development Department  200 W Oak St, Fort Collins, CO 80521  Phone:  (970) 498-7690 reve...@larimer.org | www.larimer.gov

On Tue, Dec 19, 2023 at 3:12 PM John Kefalas <kefa...@co.larimer.co.us> wrote:

Thank you Rebecca; will you be at LAPAC tonight? Is it correct that I need to leave the meeting when the development proposal is discussed?

	John Kefalas County Commissioner, District 1
	Commissioners' Office 200 W Oak St | 2nd Floor PO Box 1190, Fort Collins, CO 80522-1190 W: (970) 498-7001 Cell:  (720) 254-7598 jkef...@larimer.org | www.larimer.org