EDARP
Project Review Comments
- File Number
- PPR268
- Project Name
- Ellicott Sand and Gravel Site Development Plan - Phase 2
- Description
- A request for approval of Phase 2 of a site development plan to allow a mineral extraction operation. Special Use AL2014; Phase 1 PPR234
- Parcels
- 2400000276 2400000276
- Applicant
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Ellicott Sand and Gravel LLC/ Perry Hastings
Bruce Humphries ( Hlhumphries2@concast.net )
(303) 854-2499 Bruce Humphries ( Hlhumphries2@concast.net )
(303) 854-2499 - EA Number
- EA1881
- File Number
- PPR268
- Project Manager
- Ryan Howser
- Status
- Active
- Created
- 7/3/2025 10:24:19 AM
View: Project Documents
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EPC DPW Stormwater
3/26/2026 6:01:23 PM |
1 | Drainage Report Redlies | 3/26/2026 6:01:23 PM |
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EPC DPW Stormwater
3/26/2026 5:47:12 PM |
1 | PCM Applicability Form | 3/26/2026 5:47:12 PM |
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EPC DPW Development Services - Engineering
3/26/2026 5:31:18 PM |
1 | TIS_V1 | 3/26/2026 5:31:18 PM |
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EPC DPW Development Services - Engineering
3/26/2026 5:27:48 PM |
1 | Haul Route Agreement_V1 | 3/26/2026 5:27:48 PM |
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EPC DPW Development Services - Engineering
3/26/2026 5:23:48 PM |
1 | EPC Road Impact Fee Ackn Form | 3/26/2026 5:23:48 PM |
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EPC DPW Development Services - Engineering
3/26/2026 5:53:28 PM |
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Engineering Review Ver.1 Please see engineering review comments on the following documents LOI_V1 SDP_V1 FDR_V1 TIS_V1 Provide an updated Traffic Memo to address both PH 1 and PH 2 operating simultaneously. Haul Route Agreement_V1 Updated and resigned Haul Route Agreement will be required. Driveway access permit will be required for the south side of Sanborn Road. Submit via EDARP. Road Impact Fee Acknowledge Form to be completed. Road Impact fees are applicable. Edward Schoenheit, Engineer E.P.C. Dept. of Public Works 2880 International Circle Colorado Springs, CO. 80910 Office: 719.520.6813 Cell: 719.502.9659 edwardschoenheit@elpasoco.com https://publicworks.elpasoco.com/department-public-works/county-engineer/ |
3/26/2026 5:53:28 PM | |
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PCD Project Manager
3/26/2026 5:13:19 PM |
1 | V1: Site Development Plan comments | 3/26/2026 5:13:19 PM |
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PCD Project Manager
3/26/2026 5:13:04 PM |
1 | V1: Letter of Intent comments | 3/26/2026 5:13:04 PM |
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PCD Project Manager
3/26/2026 5:12:47 PM |
1 | V1: Haul Route agreement comments | 3/26/2026 5:12:47 PM |
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PCD Project Manager
3/26/2026 5:12:31 PM |
1 | V1: Application comments | 3/26/2026 5:12:31 PM |
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PCD Project Manager
3/26/2026 5:08:53 PM |
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Review 1: PCD Planning Division comments have been provided (in green) on the following uploaded documents: - Application - Haul Route Agreement - Letter of Intent (includes Engineering comments) - Site Development Plan (includes Engineering comments) |
3/26/2026 5:08:53 PM | |
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EPC DPW Stormwater
3/26/2026 5:57:02 PM |
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Review 1: EPC DPW Stormwater comments have been provided (in orange text boxes) on the following uploaded document(s): - Drainage Report - PCM Applicability Form If there will not be an ESQCP or PCM for this development, the following documents are not required to be submitted for review: - ESQCP Form - FAE (may be required by development services engineering if there are public improvements) - GEC Plan (Please add grading plan sheets to drainage report) - GEC Checklist - SWMP - SWMP Checklist An ESQCP will not be required if there will not be more than 1 acre of soil disturbance outside of the limits of the mine at any time. If there will be over 1 acre at any point, please resubmit the above documents for review. Reviewed by: Zachary Jannusch Associate Engineer - Stormwater 719.500.3170 ZacharyJannusch@elpasoco.com |
3/26/2026 5:57:02 PM | |
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El Paso County Conservation Dist
3/25/2026 3:35:27 PM |
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The El Paso County Conservation District has reviewed this project, and we would like to make the following comments related to conservation concerns: 1) Erosion control during operations Based on the map, there are major channels of Black Squirrel Creek running through the property. This watershed has shown severe erosion issues due to flooding in recent years, and we would like to see that this is protected from additional runoff/surface erosion during operations. This is an area of high wind erosion concerns as well, which can negatively affect nearby properties. Therefore, we would like to see erosion control measures that prevent these erosion concerns as much as possible during the period from when dirt is first disturbed to the point of reclamation. A) Prior to any dirt work, erosion control measures such as silt fences or temporary dikes should be installed along the edges of mined areas adjacent to the creek channel to catch soil that may erode during the mining period. Due to the nature of this project and the likelihood of large, disturbed areas at any time, we feel this is essential. B) Prior to mining sand, topsoil of disturbed areas should be stripped to a depth of approximately 6 inches and stockpiled separately, with stockpile side slopes no steeper than 3:1 to prevent erosion issues during operation. The stockpiled topsoil should be stored on-site but away from the creek channels in order to prevent erosion into the creek. This topsoil should be redistributed evenly on graded areas during reclamation, prior to seeding to ensure the best chance for germination success. C) Areas that are disturbed but not being actively mined for more than 45 days should be mulched and revegetated within 45 days of disturbance using plant/grass species native and/or naturalized to El Paso County. D) Disturbed areas being mulched should be done so after seeding with weed-free hay or straw mulch at approximately 5,000 lbs per acre, which is essential for maintaining appropriate soil moisture for a successful seed germination rate. Alternatively, any areas that are not suitable for revegetation, such as long-term driveways or parking areas, should have a 1–2" layer of crushed rock, road base, or gravel to assist in preventing exposed soil that would be prone to wind and runoff erosion (unless being paved). E) Materials being mined, processed, and stockpiled prior to being trucked off-site should be located in an area furthest away from the creek and other onsite drainage areas in order to prevent erosion from wind or heavy rainfall events causing materials to enter into the creek channel. F) Consideration of using the El Paso County Conservation District’s Native Shotgun Mix (available at EPCCD.org) for reseeding, which is well suited to soils present on this site and is comprised of 100% native and naturalized grass species. 2) Reclamation Plan We saw in the letter of intent that there were plans to convert lands mined of sand back to native rangeland pastures as their reclamation plan after harvesting sand to a depth of 10–30 feet above the Black Squirrel Creek channel, but there were no further details regarding when or how this would be done. We would like to see a detailed plan on how this will be implemented and the timeframe. We recommend that it include the same conditions for redistributing stockpiled topsoil, revegetation within 45 days, mulching at 5,000 lbs per acre, and using native/naturalized grass seed mixes that are listed in the erosion section of these comments. This plan should also include whether reclamation will be done incrementally as operations move across the mined areas, or if it will be completed all at once after mining is 100% finished. This should also include having an updated 100-year flood plain mapping done, given that the topography will have likely changed. 3) Cultural Resources Survey El Paso County has a rich history and heritage of use by the Arapahoe and Cheyenne Peoples, as well as the initial Euro-American settlers who moved to this area. EPCCD has an interest in ensuring that this heritage is protected. Due to the size of this project and the amount of disturbance being done, we would like to see a cultural resources survey conducted by a professional cultural resource surveyor prior to ground disturbance. This should include evaluation for artifacts, structures over 100 years old, and any possible cultural sites (such as tipi rings), as well as a plan to mitigate or protect these from damage or destruction. With these modifications, the El Paso County Conservation District would be supportive of the project and the applicant’s commitment to protecting soil health, watershed function, and community safety. Written plans outlining these modifications should be uploaded as separate PDF documents through EDARP. For questions, please contact EPCCD at 719-600-4706 or districtmanager@epccd.org |
3/25/2026 3:35:27 PM | |
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Colorado Geological Survey
3/25/2026 11:52:26 AM |
1 | The Colorado Geological Survey reviewed the overall Ellicott Sand and Gravel Special Use Permit application (AL2014) in 2022. No geologic hazards are known or suspected to be present that would preclude the proposed sand and gravel extraction operation. CGS has no objection to approval of Phase 2, PPR268. | 3/25/2026 11:52:26 AM | |
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Pikes Peak Regional Building Department
3/25/2026 8:51:51 AM |
1 | Enumerations has no comment. | 3/25/2026 8:51:51 AM | |
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County Attorney - Development Review
3/20/2026 10:53:50 AM |
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No Comments from County Attorney – Development Review at this time. Reviewed by: Erika Keech, Sr. County Attorney, erikakeech2@elpasoco.com |
3/20/2026 10:53:50 AM | |
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Ellicott Fire Protection District
3/16/2026 11:22:46 AM |
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Show the locations of fuel storage and required elements from 2015 IFC Chapter 57. A hazardous materials permit is required for fuel storage per 2015 IFC 105.6.21. Provide fire flow calculation and water supply for fuel storage and building groups shown on the Site Development Plan. Show roadway to building groups to meet 2015 IFC D102.1. Provide Wildland Fire and Hazard Mitigation Plan for the building groups. |
3/16/2026 11:22:46 AM | |
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Mountain View Electric Association, Inc.
3/16/2026 10:29:02 AM |
1 | See attached comment letter | 3/16/2026 10:29:02 AM |
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RBD Floodplain
3/13/2026 8:13:04 AM |
1 | This work was permitted in 2020, floodplain permit number 20017 and associated no-rise certification report on file | 3/13/2026 8:13:04 AM |