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File Number
PPR2610
Project Name
Fountain Valley School Academic Center
Parcels
5500000164 5500000164
Applicant
Martin/Martin, INc
Dan Ponder ( DPonder@martinmartin.com )
(303) 431-6100 x304
Dan Ponder ( DPonder@martinmartin.com )
(303) 431-6100 x304
EA Number
EA2588
File Number
PPR2610
Project Manager
Miranda Benson
Status
Active
Created
9/15/2025 8:26:37 AM

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Review Comments (24)

Link Agency Review # Comment
Colorado Springs Airport Advisory Commission
4/24/2026 1:54:50 PM
1 This was reviewed and approved by the Airport Advisory Commission with the following comments:

• Avigation Easement: An avigation easement is requested or provide proof of previous recording (book/page or reception number). Add avigation easement note to plat.

• FAA Form 7460-1: Based on elevation data and distance to runway, the applicant will need to file Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Form 7460-1 “Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration” for any new vertical development at this site, including temporary construction equipment, and provide FAA documentation to the Airport before the commencement of construction activities; FAA’s website (https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/portal.jsp).

• APZ-2: The property is within the APZ-2, but the development is outside the overlay.
4/24/2026 1:54:50 PM
View PCD Project Manager
4/17/2026 11:40:36 AM
1 V1_Wildland Fire & Hazard Mitigation Plan_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:40:36 AM
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4/17/2026 11:40:26 AM
1 V1_Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP)_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:40:26 AM
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4/17/2026 11:40:11 AM
1 V1_Storm Water Management Plan (SWMP) Checklist_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:40:11 AM
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4/17/2026 11:39:54 AM
1 V1_Site Development Plan_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:39:54 AM
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4/17/2026 11:39:41 AM
1 V1_Road Impact Fee Acknowledgement_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:39:41 AM
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4/17/2026 11:39:28 AM
1 V1_PCM Applicability Form_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:39:28 AM
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4/17/2026 11:39:17 AM
1 V1_Lighting Plan_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:39:17 AM
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4/17/2026 11:39:02 AM
1 V1_Letter of Intent_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:39:02 AM
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4/17/2026 11:38:50 AM
1 V1_Landscape Plan_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:38:50 AM
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4/17/2026 11:38:35 AM
1 V1_Grading & Erosion Control (GEC) Plan_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:38:35 AM
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4/17/2026 11:38:23 AM
1 V1_Grading & Erosion Control (GEC) Checklist_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:38:23 AM
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4/17/2026 11:38:09 AM
1 V1_Financial Assurance Estimate (FAE) Form_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:38:09 AM
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4/17/2026 11:37:56 AM
1 V1_Erosion and Stormwater Quality Control Permit (ESQCP)_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:37:56 AM
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4/17/2026 11:36:48 AM
1 V1_Drainage Report - Final_COMMENTS 4/17/2026 11:36:48 AM
PCD Project Manager
4/17/2026 11:37:40 AM
1 V1_Planning review complete. Comments were added in green boxes to the following documents:
- Letter of Intent
- Site Development Plan
- Lighting Plan
- Landscape Plan (was missing from this submittal)
- Wildland Fire & Hazard Mitigation Plan (needed for V2)

Please review all outside agency comments in EDARP and address appropriately on the next submission documents.

Thank you,
Miranda Benson
MirandaBenson2@elpasoco.com
4/17/2026 11:37:40 AM
Colorado Springs Utilities, Dev, Svc.(includes water resources)
4/15/2026 8:34:51 AM
1 CSU has no action item comments for this project.

Information Item: CSU is currently in the process of designing a new low pressure distribution line to replace the 150P tap but the master meter will remain in place. The project is in the early design stage and will be constructed mid 2027. The meter itself will also be getting rebuilt. Depending on the timeline for the demo and new buildings, the projects may coincide. Please contact Aaron Cassio who is managing the CSU project in case you need any additional information (acassio@csu.org - 719-668-5573).
4/15/2026 8:34:51 AM
EPC DPW Development Services - Engineering
4/14/2026 10:26:59 AM
1 Engineering Review Ver.1

Please see engineering review comments on the following documents

FDR_V1
FAE_V1
SDP_V1
Road Impact Fee ACKN Form_V1
GEC Plan_V1
LOI_V1
ESQCP_V1

Thank you.

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/


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4/14/2026 10:26:59 AM
El Paso County Conservation Dist
4/13/2026 8:44:53 PM
1 The El Paso County Conservation District has reviewed this and we have the following comments:

1) Erosion controls

We saw there were detailed plans for erosion control during construction and appreciate the applicants' efforts to mitigate erosion concerns during construction. However, we would also like to see a plan for disturbed areas around the construction site for revegetation in order to continue erosion control measures. As such, we would like to see a plan for the following:

A) Disturbed areas not being built on should be mulched and revegetated within 45 days of disturbance using plant/grass species native and/or naturalized to El Paso County.

B) Disturbed areas be either: mulched after seeding with weed-free hay or straw mulch at approximately 5,000 lbs per acre due to the exposed site and its proneness to wind erosion; Or areas that are not suitable for revegetation such as driveways and parking areas (if not going to be paved) should have a 1-2" thick layer of crushed rock, road base, or gravel to assist in preventing having exposed soil that would be prone to wind/runoff erosion concerns.

C) Disturbed areas that are to be landscaped should be done within 45 days of construction being finished. For lawn areas, it is highly encouraged to ass a 1/2" or more layer of compost before seeding or sod installation in order to help with water retention so it is more water wise. For other landscaping, we encourage native, drought tolerant trees and shrubs, drought tolerant ornamentals that do not need as much watering, and use of drip irrigation for the most water wise practices. All beds and areas around trees/shrubs should be mulched 2" deep with a woody mulch to prevent bare ground, which helps with water retention and plant success.

D) For areas being replanted with natural grass, consider 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.


If these measures are added to the project's plan, then the El Paso County Conservation District will be content with the applicant's commitment to soil conservation, watershed protection, and protection of the surrounding community.

For any questions, please feel free to contact the EPCCD at 719-600-4706 or Will Vogl - Board VP at Will@EPCCD.org
4/13/2026 8:44:53 PM
EPC DPW Stormwater
4/14/2026 4:36:19 PM
1 Review 1: EPC DPW Stormwater comments have been provided (in orange text boxes) on the following uploaded documents (to be uploaded by EPC PM):
- Drainage Report
- ESQCP
- FAE
- GEC Plan
- GEC Checklist
- PCM Applicability Form
- SWMP
- SWMP Checklist

Reviewed by:
Zachary Jannusch
Associate Engineer - Stormwater
719.500.3170
ZacharyJannusch@elpasoco.com
4/14/2026 4:36:19 PM
Colorado Springs Utilities, Dev, Svc.(includes water resources)
4/10/2026 1:00:01 PM
1 LBS has no comments 4/10/2026 1:00:01 PM
Fountain
4/8/2026 2:36:36 PM
1 The City of Fountain Utilities (Electric) has reviewed the request and has no objections at this time.

We have met with the project team and have a tentative plan in place regarding the re-routing of existing electrical feeds to accommodate the development. Please note that the developer will be responsible for all costs associated with the relocation of any existing electrical services required for the project.

Additionally, adequate space must be maintained to allow for the installation, operation, and maintenance of underground electric facilities.
4/8/2026 2:36:36 PM
Security Fire Protection District
4/8/2026 7:44:31 AM
1 I have concerns with the Fire Department's access and egress for these buildings. Fire Department Access Roads shall extend to within 150 FT of all portions of the facility and all portions of the exterior walls of the first story of the building. Fire Department Aerial apparatus access ID is also required. This access must be at least 26 ft wide and within 15 to 30 ft of at least one entire long side of the building. I am not opposed to the general plot plan. However, to approve the site development plan this project would require a detailed assessment of fire department access routes, fire lanes and distances from all portions of the buildings. Also, a detailed water utility plan, including fire hydrant distances to the Fire Department Connection and approximate fire flow for the existing fire hydrants, will be required. Alternative proposals for 360-degree fire access will be considered. Please contact me for further information.

Mark Stanwood
Fire Inspector Plans Examiner
Security Fire Department
719-360-0578
markstanwood32@gmail.com
4/8/2026 7:44:31 AM
Pikes Peak Regional Building Department
4/2/2026 9:37:45 AM
1 1. Wrecking permit required for old building (Froelicher Academic & Science bldg.) under 6300 Fountain Valley School Road. New Math & Science Stem bldg. will be addressed as 6330 Fountain Valley School Rd. Do not use 6300 for this new bldg..
Wrecking permit required for old building(Joel A.H. Webb Admin. Bldg.) under 6155 Fountain Valley School Road. New Building under the same address for Humanities Bldg..
No further comments.


Amy Vanderbeek
Enumerations Plans Examiner
Pikes Peak Regional Building Department
O: 719-327-2930 E: Amy@pprbd.org
4/2/2026 9:37:45 AM