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Project Name
Powers Subdivision
Description
Replat one existing lot into two lots. Property is zone RR-2.5
Location
Parcels
6228005049 6228005049
Applicant
Mark Powers
msp737@gmail.com ( msp737@gmail.com ) msp737@gmail.com ( msp737@gmail.com )
EA Number
EA2471
File Number
VR253
Project Manager
Joe Letke
Status
Active
Created
7/11/2024 2:21:54 PM

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Review Comments (27)

Link Agency Comment
View Colorado Division of Water Resources
5/22/2025 12:11:16 PM
DWR comment letter 5/22/2025 12:11:16 PM
View Mountain View Electric Association, Inc.
5/22/2025 10:11:23 AM
See attached comment 5/22/2025 10:11:23 AM
View Colorado Parks and Wildlife
5/20/2025 4:34:27 PM
5/20/2025 4:34:27 PM
View Colorado Springs Utilities, Dev, Svc.(includes water resources)
5/20/2025 9:31:18 AM
Please address the following comments:
Action Item:
Please include Springs Utilities Easement Clause: ALL EASEMENTS SHOWN OR DEDICATED HEREON FOR PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES SHALL BE SUBJECT TO THOSE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS SPECIFIED IN THE INSTRUMENT RECORDED AT RECEPTION NO. 224026331 OF THE RECORDS OF EL PASO COUNTY, COLORADO. ALL OTHER EASEMENTS OR INTERESTS OF RECORD AFFECTING ANY OF THE PLATTED PROPERTY DEPICTED HEREON SHALL NOT BE AFFECTED AND SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT.
Action Item: Existing gas service line for existing dwelling runs south through new Lot 1.
Add note stating "a Notice of private utility service agreement will be completed prior to plat approval." unless gas service line will be rerouted outside of new Lot 1.
Best,
Matthew Alcuran, MPA| Engineering Support Specialist Sr.
Colorado Springs Utilities | Utilities Development Services
1521 South Hancock Expressway| MC 1812 | Colorado Springs, CO 80903
O: 719-668-8261 |malcuran@csu.org
5/20/2025 9:31:18 AM
View PCD Project Manager
5/14/2025 4:46:04 PM
- V1 Plat 5/14/2025 4:46:04 PM
View PCD Project Manager
5/14/2025 4:44:28 PM
- V1 Drainage Letter 5/14/2025 4:44:28 PM
View PCD Project Manager
5/14/2025 4:43:48 PM
- V1 Letter of Intent 5/14/2025 4:43:48 PM
View PCD Project Manager
5/14/2025 4:43:28 PM
-V1 Soils and Geology Report (comment on page 34) 5/14/2025 4:43:28 PM
PCD Engineering Division
5/14/2025 4:02:46 PM
DPW Engineering review 1 has comments on the following documents

- Letter of Intent
- Final Plat Drawings
- Drainage Letter

Review by:
Bret Dilts, PE
bretdilts@elpasoco.com
719-520-6864
5/14/2025 4:02:46 PM
Colorado Geological Survey
5/14/2025 8:55:45 AM
As requested by the county (email, April 23, 2025), the Colorado Geological Survey (CGS) has reviewed the submittal (County File # VR253, located at 38.9803° N, 104.7848° W). The letter of intent (Matrix Design Group, April 8, 2024) states that the existing 10.72-acre site will be subdivided into two 2.5+ acre parcels, with one single-family home on each lot. A soils and geology study was submitted with this application (RMG, Job No. 197770, dated November 21, 2024). CGS generally agrees with the geologic interpretation, the hazards and constraints identified that are related to site geology, and the recommendations for mitigating these conditions. RMG’s recommendations concerning identified hazards and constraints should be followed except where noted in the following paragraphs, where additional recommendations are provided.

Groundwater: RMG states p.9, “Groundwater was not encountered at the time of drilling or when checked 15 days subsequent to drilling…We do anticipate the potential for periodically high subsurface conditions due to the proximity to Kettle Creek. However, we do not expect the creek elevations to rise high enough to preclude basement construction at this time.” The test borings were drilled during the Fall 2024. RMG converted one of their test borings into a piezometer to monitor groundwater fluctuations. CGS recommends that the monitoring hole continue to be measured/checked through Spring and Summer to determine the feasibility of basements. It should be noted that the flow in Kettle Creek is intermittent and varies from year to year, with some years experiencing greater flow than others. CGS recommends that basements not be allowed at this location unless a 12-month groundwater monitoring program is performed.

Scour erosion and slope stability: RMG has identified the potential for future scour erosion that can destabilize and erode the creek banks. RMG has proposed the western portion of the lot within the Regulatory Floodway of Kettle Creek as a “No-Build Area.” This area is also noted on the plat. However, the location of the proposed residence is unknown. RMG states (page 16), “We recommend a "No-Build Zone" be established at a 3:1 slope from the creek bottom. The approximate location of this "No-Build Zone" is depicted in Figure 10. If future structures are to encroach within this "No-Build Zone", additional review and/or slope stability analyses will be required.” CGS recommends that when the proposed residence footprint is known, RMG reviews its location in relation to the No-Build Zone and determines if a slope stability analysis is required. CGS recommends that the county require permanent mitigation of potential scour erosion of the current stream banks for the design storm event. The civil engineer should evaluate the extent of scour erosion for the design event and provide mitigation, such as armoring of the slope bank.

Before approval of this subdivision, CGS recommends that the county require:
• A note on the plat stating that no basements are allowed unless a monitoring program over 12 months establishes the depth and fluctuations of groundwater at this location. A geologic hazard statement, as per the El Paso County Land Development Code, should be included on the plat.
• Permanent mitigation be developed for the potential scour erosion of the stream banks during the design storm event. The civil engineer should evaluate the extent of scour erosion for the design event and provide mitigation, such as armoring of the slope bank.
• The proposed structure footprint to be reviewed by RMG in relation to the No-Build Zone to determine if a slope stability analysis is warranted.
• Site-specific soils and foundation investigations for the proposed structure.

Submitted 5/14/2025 by Amy Crandall, Engineering Geologist, Colorado Geological Survey (303-384-2632 or acrandall@mines.edu)
5/14/2025 8:55:45 AM
View PCD Project Manager
5/14/2025 8:44:26 AM
- V1 OWTS Report Comments (on page 10) 5/14/2025 8:44:26 AM
View PCD Project Manager
5/14/2025 8:44:14 AM
- V1 Fire Protection Report Comments 5/14/2025 8:44:14 AM
Colorado Springs Utilities, Dev, Svc.(includes water resources)
5/14/2025 8:20:21 AM
Please double check distances between Existing vs Replatted. A couple recorded distances do not match what is shown as currently existing on the replatted side. 5/14/2025 8:20:21 AM
Colorado Springs Public Works
5/13/2025 9:32:29 AM
The EDRD requires a dedication of 10 feet for the right-of-way and 5 feet for public easement along Old Ranch Road.

For the future Development Plan, the applicant must undertake public improvements to Old Ranch Road in accordance with current city standards. These improvements include, but are not limited to, the installation of curb and gutter, as well as sidewalks along Old Ranch Road.

Reviewed by Hao Vo, hao.vo@coloradopsprings.gov
5/13/2025 9:32:29 AM
View Colorado Springs Utilities, Dev, Svc.(includes water resources)
5/13/2025 8:45:57 AM
Joe,
Please see the attached plat document with CSU 1st review comments to be addressed.
Best,
Matthew Alcuran, MPA| Engineering Support Specialist Sr.
Colorado Springs Utilities | Utilities Development Services
1521 South Hancock Expressway| MC 1812 | Colorado Springs, CO 80903
O: 719-668-8261 |malcuran@csu.org
5/13/2025 8:45:57 AM
Pikes Peak Regional Building Department
5/12/2025 7:55:08 AM
1. The address for the proposed lot 1 is 2255 Old Ranch Road. Per the intent letter, the lot will be access via the existing driveway off of Old Ranch Road.
2. Add the new address for lot 1 to the final plat, and also be sure to include the existing address for lot 2. Both addresses will need to be shown on the final plat.

Final Plat comments apply:
1. Enumerations will review the pre-plat (mylar) prior to plat for address placement, street names, and title block.
2. A $10.00 per lot and tract platting fee will be due at the time of the review of the pre-plat, (two addresses per lot and tract). If an address is not needed on a tract then no fee applies. Check should be made out to PIKES PEAK REGIONAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT or PPRBD. Paid directly to the Enumerations Department. As of December 5th 2023, the fee for all credit/debit cards has changed from the flat 2.95% fee to the following: Over the phone Credit/Debit Card payments will be 2.3% and In-Person Debit Card payments will be 1.5% (in-person only). One new address so fee is ($10.00)
3. Pre-plat reviews can be reviewed via “pdf” or in-person. The pre-plat will be stamped by Enumerations for accuracy and returned to the applicant and the planner. All payments to be mailed to RBD via a check or credit card payment over the phone. Plats should not be recorded prior to Enumerations stamping the pre-plat and receiving payment of plat fees. If any pre-plat changes occur, even if changes do not apply to Enumerations, we still need to re-stamp the pre-plat. The Enumerations stamped pre-plat copy should match the recorded document minus a few signatures. If you would like an in-person review, please make an appointment on our website, https://www.pprbd.org/Home/BookAppt
4. A copy of the final recorded plat is required prior to plan submittal for RESIDENTIAL. Please email the Enumerations staff member that reviewed your project. BeckyA@pprbd.org


Becky Allen
Enumerations Plans Examiner
Pikes Peak Regional Building Department
O: 719-799-2707 W: pprbd.org E: beckya@pprbd.org
5/12/2025 7:55:08 AM
County Attorney - Water
5/6/2025 4:13:54 PM
Please update the Section 9 of the Water Supply Information Summary to reflect the water demand that is anticipated both in the Water Resources Report and Decree of the Water Court. The County Attorney’s Office will then review for water sufficiency following receipt of findings from the Colorado Division of Water Resources. Thank you. 5/6/2025 4:13:54 PM
County Attorney - Development Review
5/6/2025 11:33:04 AM
No comments from County Attorney - Development Review at this time.

Reviewed by: Erika Keech, Senior County Attorney, erikakeech2@elpasoco.com
5/6/2025 11:33:04 AM
PCD Project Manager
5/13/2025 8:28:56 AM
Planning has comments on the following documents:

-LOI
-Fire Protection Report
-Soils and Geology Report
-OWTS Report
-Plat Drawings

Joe Letke
Planner
joeletke@elpaso.com
5/13/2025 8:28:56 AM
EPC Fire and Wildfire Program Manager
4/30/2025 4:07:25 PM
Fire comments added to the following:
-Final Plat Drawings
-Fire Protection Report

A Wildland Fire and Hazard Mitigation Plan and Wildland Fire Risk and Hazard Severity Analysis are required and required to be prepared by a qualified professional as defined in Chapter 1.15 of the Land Development Code for a full fire review.
4/30/2025 4:07:25 PM
PCD Administrative Notice
4/30/2025 11:43:56 AM
On 04/30/2025, PCD mailed "Notice of Application" letters to surrounding property owners within a 500-foot range (53 addresses). Copies of the notice, mailing labels, and selected range have been uploaded to the EDARP file. Cost of postage to be billed to the applicant = $36.57. JM 4/30/2025 11:43:56 AM
Colorado Springs Public Works
5/13/2025 9:06:28 AM
1- The site shall dedicate approximately 10 feet of ROW 5 - foot easement along the northern lot side on Old Ranch Road.
2- Future lot's driveways shall be provided from Kit Carson Lane.

Zaker Alazzeh, P.E.
Traffic Engineering Manager/Deputy City Traffic Engineer
City of Colorado Springs
(719) 385-5468
Zaker.Alazzeh@coloradosprings.gov
5/13/2025 9:06:28 AM
Tri-Lakes-Monument Fire Protection District
4/29/2025 10:29:15 AM
FD has no comment on replat 4/29/2025 10:29:15 AM
View EPC Environmental Services
4/29/2025 9:17:15 AM
4/29/2025 9:17:15 AM
Colorado Springs Utilities, Dev, Svc.(includes water resources)
4/28/2025 2:20:48 PM
Please include CSU's Terms and Conditions statement per Rec. No. 224026331.
Please show all easements in 'As Currently Existing' exhibit.
4/28/2025 2:20:48 PM
View EPC Parks Department
4/25/2025 2:32:52 PM
El Paso County Parks and Community Services Department, Final Administrative Comments - Please See Attached Documentation (No Park Advisory Board endorsement necessary for minor subdivision applications) 4/25/2025 2:32:52 PM
911 Authority - El Paso/Teller County
4/25/2025 7:09:27 AM
No action for E911 on this submittal.
Thank you.
Justin
4/25/2025 7:09:27 AM