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TELLER COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION Regular Meeting: August 11, 2020
Agenda Item III
Consider a request by Lowell and Julie Morren (Applicant & Property Owner) for a Special
Review Use Permit for a “Campgrounds or Recreational Vehicle Park” special use in the
Agricultural (A-1) zone on ±9.96 acres described as portions of Government Lots 6 and 43 in
Section 33, Township 14 South, Range 69 West of the 6th P.M., Teller County, CO (12458
South State Highway 67)
STAFF REPORT File No. SUP-Z20-0014
APPLICANT: LOWELL AND JULIE MORREN (PROPERTY OWNERS)
REQUEST: A request for a Special Use Permit for “Campground or
Recreational Vehicle Park”
STAFF: Dan Williams, Planning Official
LEGAL DESCRIPTION: 9.96-acre portion in Government Lots 6 and 43 in S33-T14S-R69W
6PM, Teller County, Colorado (12458 South Highway 67, Cripple
Creek) (Account R0004568/PID 1089.332000500 & R0055472/PID
1089.331000590) (see Appendix A: Location and Aerial Maps)
ZONING: Agricultural (A-1) zone (Lot 43 and Pt Lot 6 W SH67)
(see Appendix A: Zoning Map)
Posted Notice: July 13, 2020
Publication Date: July 21, 2020 (Pikes Peak Courier)
Staff Report Date: July 8, 2020
STAFF
RECOMMENDATION: Approve SUP for “Campground/RV Park” with Conditions
1. SUMMARY OF REQUEST
The Applicant is proposing to reopen a previously approved campground. The reason for the
request is that the previous owner, who was granted an SUP for Campground or Recreational
Vehicle Park on June 12, 2014 [SUP-00108(14)], did not develop or make any of the requested
improvements in a timely manner pursuant to the guidelines of Section 8.2.G Abandonment of the Teller
County Land Use Regulations. Specifically, “an approved Special Review Use Permit is deemed abandoned,
and of no further force and effect, if the use for which the permit was granted has not been substantially
implemented within two years of the issuance of the permit…”
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History
The site which is near Gillette Flats east of US HWY 67, has been host to a campground of some type for 45
years. The original 55-site campground was zoned CG (campground) which is now an obsolete zone, and
was known as the Cripple Creek Gold Campground. This original campground was approved on June 19,
1975. Prior to that date the property was zoned A-1. On May 13, 2014 a new property owner and applicant,
the Wrights, proposed to construct a new bath house, a permanent 11,600-gallon water tank system
composed of two 5,800 gallon cisterns, and up to 30 camp/RV sites (less than the 55 approved in 1975 but 6
more than the 24 sites existing upon purchase) within the 9.96-acre Special Use Permit area. Concurrently, a
zone change was requested from CG, Campground, an obsolete zone, back to A-1 with a Special Use Permit.
Although both the rezoning request and the SUP for Campground was approved by the Board of County
Commissioners in 2014 no development ever occurred causing the new property owners to re-apply and
complete the Special Review Use process.
This request
The current owners of the property propose to call the campground/RV Park the ‘Rocking M Ranch
Campground’ No expansion of what was approved in 2014 has been requested in this 2020 proposal from the
new owners. The new campground proposed is for 30 sites (as in the former approved request), a permanent
10, 000-gallon water tank system and 6,500-gallon dump station is also to be installed. These improvements
are proposed to be started upon the initial approval of the permit. The campground would be a seasonal
campground for short term stays only, from spring to fall, [April 1 to October 31]. The overall development
proposed by the property owners is to be phased.
Phase I (SUP Approval to 3 years)
The campground will initially be set up as a ‘Semi-Developed’ campground as described in the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) guideline, Section 2.16 which will serve only self-
contained campers and RV. During this phase, the proposed dump station is fully compliant with Teller
County OWTS regulations for self-contained campers and RVs only. A potable water station, a dump site
and two portable potties (for emergency use only) will be provided. The Applicant intends on providing
commercially treated bottled water and an engineered and compliant cistern for the campground with water
delivered from an approved commercial source. The only time the applicant will need to address water
safety concerns or contact the CDPHE Water Quality Control Division is if they intend to alter their
operational plan to include providing their own ground or surface water to customers via a well.
Phase II (3-5 years)
The property owners envision installing an Individual Sanitary Sewage Disposal System, Permanent Service
and Bath facilities and water to the sites between years 3 and 5 consistent with the definition of a Developed
Campground, CDPHE guideline 2, section 2.16. If constructed the OWTS shall be constructed in
compliance with the Teller County OWTS regulations. During this phase the Applicant also envisions the
possible addition of ‘rustic shelters’ or ‘dry cabins’ for those who wish to camp but do not have their own
RV. The dry cabins would not be above and beyond the 30 sites so that any cabin built on a site would
reduce the number of RVs that could stay in the campground for an overall number not to exceed 30 over all
spaces.
Phase III (5-10 years)
As infrastructure allows in Phase III the Applicants may be able to incorporate ‘Independent camper’s’ who
use a tent as described in section 2.9 of the CDPHE guideline on specific sites. In all cases, the overall
number of sites, cannot exceed 30 without an amendment to this SUP. Construction of a service building
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shall be part of this phase and in advance of any incorporation to independent, non-self-contained camping
occurring.
Operating Plan. The campground/RV park is limited to 30 spaces at build out, with a full-time on premise
campground manager with previous campground management experience in the local area. Use of the
campground is seasonal only from spring to fall [ April 1 to October 31]. Any desire to move to a year-
round operation or vary these dates will require an amendment to this SUP.
The Applicants, currently residing in Texas, plan to relocate to the non-SUP portion of the 156-acre property
as soon as feasible and will be ultimately responsible for the supervision of the above-mentioned
campground. The current plan is for the residential structure that is physically pre-existing on the
campground to be the dedicated residence of the full-time on premise campground manager. In phase II, this
structure will be evaluated for possible alteration/addition to be re-purposed as the campground Service and
Bath Facility. The Applicant intents to minimize any change in footprint by keeping any and all new
structures in the existing “building envelope” to a minimum. If not economically feasible to convert the
existing structure and comply with all current building, zoning and other appropriate codes and regulations,
the Applicant will construct a new Service and Bath facility.
Hours of operation for campground staff will be 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Sunday through Saturday with check
in by 5:00 PM and checkout by 11:00 AM the day of departure. Quiet hours will be from 10:00 PM through
8:00 AM nightly. All lighting will be minimal and will be fully downcast and shielded. The Campground
will seasonally only from spring to fall [April 1 to October 31].
The campground boundary lies within both Government Lots 6 and 43 therefore, and is part of a larger
overall parcel also owned by the Applicants. The Applicants have agreed to a condition of approval in this
SUP that the Campground can only operate if these two lots are held in common and unified
ownership. If the Applicant desires to sell, own, control, or operate one lot or the relevant parts
thereof independent of the other, the boundaries of this Special Use Permit must be amended.
Site Description. The Rocking M Ranch Campground is proposed to be located within the same 9.96-
acre area that both the Diamond W Campground and the Cripple Creek Gold Campground formerly
occupied. With the exception of phasing the development, this request is nearly identical to the 2014 request
which was approved as an SUP for Campground for the Diamond W Campground. [subsequently never
developed] (see Appendix A: Aerial Maps for an overview of the site showing existing footprint).
Government Lot 43 is vacant land with no building or infrastructure improvements save for the existing
camp sites. Government Lot 6 contains one single family dwelling which was issued Building Permit 75-261
in May 21, 1975 with the Certificate of Occupancy issued December 5, 1975 which included campground
and service building occupancy. This dwelling also formerly operated as the campground service building
for the Cripple Creek Gold Campground.
Environmental Description. The site appears suitable for development and building. Soils consist of
primarily gravelly loams, clay and decomposed granite. Elevations range from 9,900 feet to 10,100 feet
from west to east with no slopes greater than 30%. Primary vegetation includes open meadow and grassland
to the west and dense Aspen and Engelmann Spruce tree, shrub and ground cover to the east. The site
contains evidence of rabbit, deer, bear, elk, and wild turkeys but is not within a critical habitat area or
migration corridor.
Community Plan. The site is subject to the legislatively adopted Teller County Growth Management Plan
(GMP), and pursuant to the legislatively adopted “Planning Regions and Growth & Conservation Areas”
map (LUR Appendix B, Page 1) lies within the “Conservation Area” (i.e. outside a designated Growth Area)
of the Southeast Teller County (Cripple Creek/Victor) Planning Region. On November 9, 2004, the Teller
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County Planning Commission approved, adopted, and certified the Southeast Teller County Regional Plan
for this planning region, which plan functions solely as a guiding rather than regulatory document.
Staff has reviewed and assessed the application with the legislatively adopted plans and/or maps as well as
the Southeast Teller County Regional Plan and finds that the proposed development is consistent and in
general conformity with all applicable goals, policies and objectives of these documents.
Zoning and Rezoning.
CURRENT LAND USE ZONE
Part Government Lot 6 (E SH 67) A-1
North Part Government Lot 3 (owned by Applicant but not part of this SUP)
Residential (improved and vacant mining claims of varying size)
60’ wide public right-of-way (State Highway 67)
A-1
East Government Lot 43 (owned by the Applicant with west part included in this SUP) A-1
South Privately-held vacant land
Gillette town site
A-1
West 60’ wide public right-of-way (State Highway 67)
Residential (improved and vacant mining claims)
Part Government Lot 6 (owned by Applicant but not part of this SUP)
A-1
Government Lot 43 A-1
North Residential (improved and vacant mining claims of varying size)
Pike National Forest
A-1
East Ocean MS, Government Lots 44 & 46 (owned by Applicant but not part of this
SUP)
Privately-held vacant mining claims
Pike National Forest
A-1
South Pike National Forest
Privately-held vacant mining claims Gillette town site
A-1
West Government Lot 6 (owned by Applicant with north part included in this SUP) A-1
All existing buildings and infrastructure are currently compliant with the A-1 zone district setback, height
and impervious cover limitations.
The 2014 BoCC action eliminated the obsolete CG zoning of the campground and approved a Special Use
Permit (SUP) for Campground for the pre-existing legal non-conforming campground. Other than the
requested phasing, all other proposed development remains the same in this request.
Access. All traffic comes to the site from South Highway 67 then east along a private gravel driveway
through Government Lot 6 to the various campground areas and camp sites. No county roads are directly
impacted by this development. CDOT was sent a referral, issued State Highway Access permit No. 214004
complete with a Notice to Proceed for necessary physical upgrades to the access from Highway 67. The
interior private driveways serving the SUP area and all camp sites and facilities have been reviewed by the
Teller County Department of Transportation and found compliant with applicable and relevant regulations.
Sanitary Sewer. Sanitary sewage disposal is available and adequate or will be with future construction. A
compliant individual system exists for the residence (#3113 issued July 10, 1975) or is proposed for all
buildings and structures where necessary. The Applicant will apply for an obtain any and all required Teller
County permitting before beginning any future construction to include that proposed herein.
Water Supply. Water supply is available and adequate. Water for the existing single family dwelling
which is proposed for retention is by means of approved Well Permit No. 78938 issued on May 6, 1975
allowing for ordinary household use inside one single family dwelling with no outside irrigation or other uses
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allowed from a 140’ deep drilled well with a 10 gallon per minute pumping rate. The Colorado Division of
Water Resources does not object to the continued use of the well for the single family dwelling. Water for
the campground use is proposed by on-site cisterns as depicted in the application. The Applicant proposes a
permanent 10,000-gallon water tank cistern which will store water for consumption by the campers.
Service Providers. Other necessary services are available and adequate. The site is served by Black Hills
Energy for electricity; and while outside of established fire protection boundaries, will be served by
surrounding fire departments based on availability; propane gas is currently available to the residence only;
and the Teller County Sheriff and Emergency Services for police protection and emergency services are
available in the same manner they are to other properties in the SE Teller region.
Site Development. All identified development impacts are minimal. All external effects, lighting, visual
impact, parking, grading, drainage, and erosion control are contained on-site. Signage is proposed on
Government Lot 6 and since it will be visible from Highway 67 is subject to CDOT and Teller County
requirements and approvals. No lighting is proposed with the sign. Landscaping is neither proposed nor
required.
Critical Areas. The site contains no known archaeological or historic resources nor is any part of the site
within a FEMA floodplain or other known hazard area.
2. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Submittal Requirement Staff
Comment
Section 3.2 Minimum Contents of Applications
Application Form Submitted
Disclosure of Ownership
Adjacent Property Owners & Mineral Interest Owners List & Labels
Written description of request including compliance with standards
Fee
Section 8.2.B. Submittal Requirements
1. Written Description. A written description of the specific proposal in sufficient detail
to describe (a) nature of the proposed use; (b) how it will be operated; (c) how its
impacts to public facilities, public infrastructure, and surrounding properties will be
minimized and mitigated; and (d) how it otherwise conforms to the Standards of Section
8.2.D.
a. All Uses Identified. A list of all Chapter 2 Zoning uses presently existing or
contemplated in the future for the site under its zone district whether permitted by
right or otherwise.
Submitted
2. Site Plan. A site plan complying with Section 7.4 Site Plans for Applications Other
than Building Permit.
3. Infrastructure Standards. Written/graphic information sufficient to demonstrate that
the requirements of Chapter 4 Infrastructure are or can be met, including any specific
materials as may be additionally required.
4. Site Development Standards. Written/graphic information sufficient to demonstrate
that the requirements of Chapter 5 Site Development are or can be met.
5. Critical Areas Standards. An Environmental Description complying with Section 6.2
Environmental Description. According to the nature, intensity, and location of the use
proposed, specific Chapter 6 Critical Areas or other environmental impact information.
6. Other Materials. Such other materials necessary to fully evaluate compliance of the
proposed Special Review Use.
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Submittal Requirement Staff
Comment
7. Special Review Use Requirements. The information specific to the Special Review
Use requested pursuant to Section 8.3.F (Campground/RV Park)
3. REVIEW AGENCY RESPONSES
Review Agency Comment Summary
(see Appendix B for a copy of all agency comments)
Teller County Attorney Review Complete
Teller County Building See letter dated May 6, 2020 which lists a summary of items required
for the submittal for permits to re-open the building and campground.
Roger K. Campbell, Teller County Building Official
Colorado Department of
Transportation
See letter dated May 26, 2020. CDOT Access Permit AP 214004 exists
The developer will need to reach out to CDOT permitting to have the
name changed to reference the current owner(s). If in the future the
parcel was ever subdivided the existing home would need an easement
to cross the property. Arthur Gonzales, CDOT R2 – Access Manager
Colorado Division of Public Health
and Environment
See email letter dated May 11, 2020. Applicant will comply with any
applicable parts of the Clean Water Act and Drinking Water
Requirements. Sean Hackett, Energy Liaison, CDPHE
Colorado Division of Water Resources See letter dated May 8, 2020. One existing exempt well with permit
78938 issued on May 6, 1975 with the condition of approval that water
from that well only be used for household use only. As long as permit
no. 78938 is operated in accordance with its conditions and any water
hauled to the site is from a legal source, the Division of Water
Resources does not object to the special use permit. Ivan Franco, P.E.
Water Resource Engineer.
Colorado Parks & Wildlife See letter dated May 29, 2020. Recommendations include noxious
weed control plan and measures to reduce nuisance conflicts with
wildlife. Frank McGee, Area Wildlife Manager, USFS SE Region
USDA Forest Service See letter dated May 20, 2020. Four comments: If not in place
recommend a survey, no overflow parking on NFS lands, no new trails
from Rocking M Campground to NFS lands, and no fire mitigation or
cutting on NFS lands authorized. Oscar Martinez, District Ranger, Pike
National Forest
Teller County Public Health and
Environment
See letter dated May 13, 2020. The applicant shall install an OWTS
system compliant with TC OWTS rules and regulations. The Applicant
shall provide bottled drinking water from a water provider licensed as a
Public Water System. Andrew Lemmons, TC Environmental Health
Officer, TCPHE
Cripple Creek Fire Department See letter dated February 27, 2020. Your property is in unincorporated
Teller County. Teller County has a standing mutual aid agreement
between the various fire agencies and they will respond to your
property if necessary. Cripple Creek fire apparatus respond initially
with 1000 gallons of water. The addition of any cisterns that you would
consider would be beneficial. Dean O’Nale, Fire Chief, Cripple Creek
Fire Department
TCDOT No Comments received
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4. DISCUSSION OF MAJOR CONCERNS AND ISSUES
Applicant has addressed all impacts and agency concerns either in the application submittal or by condition
of the Special Use Permit. Staff has no additional concerns.
5. STAFF FINDINGS
Special Review Uses are those uses of a special nature that make it impractical to predetermine whether they
are appropriate as permitted uses (uses-by-right) in a zone district. Based upon the location, design, density
and intensity of such a use, however, and the imposition of appropriate conditions to ensure its compatibility
at a particular location with surrounding land uses, such a use may be determined to be compatible with the
other uses permitted in the zone district (Section 8.1).
The issuance of a Special Review Use Permit is dependent upon finding that there is evidence from
competent authority that the proposed use, as may be conditioned, complies with all the standards of Section
8.2.D, Section 8.3 for the particular use, and these Land Use Regulations (LUR) as applicable. The decision-
making body may attach conditions to (1) ensure compliance with these Standards and Regulations including
conformity to a specific site plan; (2) require improvements to public infrastructure and/or facilities
necessary to serve the Special Review Use; (3) limit the operating characteristics of the use; and/or (4)
specify the location or duration of the Special Review Use Permit (Section 8.2.D).
Standard STAFF FINDINGS
Section 8.2.D.1-5 General Standards
1. Consistent with Master Plan. The proposed Special
Review Use is appropriate for its proposed location, and
is consistent with the purposes, goals, objectives and
policies of all applicable legislatively adopted Teller
County master plan(s) or map(s).
This standard is met. The uses are location-
appropriate and consistent with the purposes,
goals, objectives and policies of the Teller
County Growth Management Plan for a use
that was originally approved by rezoning in
1975 and initially approved by the BoCC in
2014 as an SUP for Campground/RV Park
[although never developed].
2. Compatibility. The proposed Special Review Use is
appropriate for its proposed location and compatible with
the character of surrounding land uses, and does not
create a nuisance.
This standard is met. The uses are location-
appropriate, compatible with the character of
surrounding land uses, and do not create a
nuisance. This site was approved for a
campground use by rezoning in 1975. The
original campground was authorized 55
spaces and this request is for no more than
30. [less impact]
3. Zone District and Use Standards. The proposed
Special Review Use complies with the Standards of the
zone district in which it is located and any Standards
applicable to the particular use. Where the Standards are
different, the more stringent applies.
This standard is met. The uses comply with
all applicable A-1 zone district standards.
4. Design Minimizes Adverse Impact. The design of the
proposed Special Review Use minimizes adverse impacts
to adjoining and/or adjacent and surrounding lands, water
As conditioned, this standard is met. The
proposed use creates minimal adverse
impacts. All adverse impacts to adjoining
and/or adjacent and surrounding lands, water
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Standard STAFF FINDINGS
and air resources, wildlife habitat, scenic and other
natural resources, and existing infrastructure.
and air resources, wildlife habitat, scenic
resources, and existing infrastructure have
been identified, minimized and mitigated
subject to conformance with agency referral
responses as applicable.
5. Development Standards. The proposed Special Review
Use complies with the appropriate Standards in Chapter
4 Infrastructure, Chapter 5 Site Development, and
Chapter 6 Critical Areas of these Regulations.
As conditioned, this standard is met. The
uses have been evaluated and found to be in
compliance, as conditioned, with all
applicable and appropriate standards in LUR
Chapters 4, 5 and 6.
Section 8.3 Particular Use Requirements
8.3.F. Campground or Recreational Vehicle Park. Except for
those pre-existing, legally non-conforming campgrounds
previously approved in the obsolete Campground (CG) Zone
District, a campground is not permitted except by Special Use
Permit. (See Chapter 2, Section 2.10.1 Campground Zone
District (CG).) The following apply:
1. Definitions. a. Campground. A campground provides overnight or
short-term sites for two or more tents or camper vehicles.
Continuous occupancy of a Campground by a person for a
period in excess of 90 days is prohibited. b. Recreational
Vehicle Park. A Recreational Vehicle Park provides
overnight or short-stay parking spaces for two or more
recreational vehicles, including travel trailers, mobile
homes, and camper vehicles. A Recreational Vehicle Park
may also provide tent camping. Continuous occupancy of a
Recreational Vehicle Park by a Recreational Vehicle for a
period in excess of 90 days is prohibited.
2. Sanitary Sewage Disposal. An adequate and safe sanitary
sewage disposal system meeting all requirements of
Section 4.8 Sanitary Sewage Disposal of these Regulations
must be provided in all Campgrounds and Parks for
conveying and disposing of sewage from sanitary stations,
service buildings, and other accessory facilities. Design of
systems not connected to a central system shall be based on
the maximum number of spaces to be provided and the
sewage flow requirements of the Teller County Sewage
Disposal Regulations.
a. Disposal Stations At least one station for the proper
disposal of liquid wastes from sewage holding tanks,
approved by the Teller County Environmental Health
Department, must be provided for every 100 spaces. b.
Gray Water Gray water (liquid waste from kitchen sink
in camper/trailer/motor home) shall not be discharged on
the ground but must be discharged through an individual
sewer connection or at a sanitary disposal station.
3. Parking Adequate on-site, off-road, parking spaces shall
be provided within at least 200 feet of each individual
camping or recreational vehicle campsite. Parking spaces
must be properly surfaced and drained, and otherwise meet
the design and number requirements of Section 5.7 Parking
and Loading.
This standard is met. The use has been
evaluated and found to be compliant with all
applicable and appropriate standards for a
campground or recreational vehicle park. The
tent and RV park utilizes the existing
footprint to the extent possible; sanitary
sewage disposal, parking, water supply and a
service building have all been considered and
addressed; and the campground will be
supervised and monitored by the property
owners and/or a manager hired by the owners.
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Standard STAFF FINDINGS
4. Water Supply An adequate and legal supply of water
must be provided in every Campground or Park to serve
service buildings, watering stations, drinking fountains, fire
hydrants, individual water connections and other accessory
facilities. The proposed water supply system (1) should be
capable of supplying at least 50 gallons per space per day
for all spaces lacking individual water connections and 100
gallons per space per day for all spaces provided with
individual water connections; (2) meet the requirements of
Section 4.9 Water Supply; and (3) provide for the
following: a. One outlet per every 25 sites. b. Easily
accessible water supply outlets for filling water storage
tanks.
5. Service Building (Bath House) for Non-Self-Contained
Units A central Service Building with parking spaces must
be provided in a Park or Campground for units without the
necessary sanitary facilities. The Service Building should
be located conveniently and provide the necessary facilities
compatible with the type of Park or Campground proposed.
6. Supervision a. Owner Equally Answerable The park or campground
owner and operator, in addition to the individual camper or
vehicle owner and tenants or users, are each liable for any
violation of these Regulations. b. Refuse Handling The
storage, collection and disposal of refuse in a park or
campground shall be so arranged so as not to create health
hazards, rodent harborage, insect breeding areas, accident or
fire hazards, or air pollution. Bear-proof containers shall be
used, and all refuse shall be collected and removed for
disposal at an approved waste deposit site a minimum of
once per week. c. Pest Control Grounds, buildings and
structures shall be maintained free of insect and rodent
harborage and infestation. Extermination methods and
other measures to control insects and rodents shall conform
with the requirements of the Teller County Environmental
Health Department and the Colorado Department of Public
Health and Environment. d. Pet Control The owner or
manager of a park or campground, or the owner and/or
person in charge of any dog, cat, or other pet animal shall
keep such animal on a leash no longer than 10 feet, or shall
confine such animal within the unit space or designated
areas within the park or campground. No such animal shall
be allowed to be a nuisance.
6. RECOMMENDED MOTION
The Planning Commission recommends that the Board of County Commissioners APPROVE the
request by Lowell and Julie Morren (Applicant & Property Owner) for a Special Use Permit for
“Campground or Recreational Vehicle Park” special use on approximately 9.96 acres described as
portions of government Lots 6 and 43, zoned Agricultural (A-1), located in Section 33, Township
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14 South, Range 69 West of the 6th P.M., Teller County, CO (12458 South State Highway 67,
Cripple Creek), incorporating staff’s findings as contained in the Staff Report dated July 8, 2020,
and further finding that the application complies with such pertinent, individual conditions of use
specified in the granting of a Special Review Use Permit, is compatible with the general provisions
of the Teller County Land Use Regulations, and that satisfactory provisions and arrangements have
been made concerning the criteria for approval; and with adoption of the following CONDITIONS
OF APPROVAL:
A. Subsequent Applications. Any subsequent development applications for the lands subject to
this application shall comply with the areas and uses as depicted on the Site Plan submitted by
March Surveying (job no. 13-064) with a revision date of 03-11-2014 as submitted and filed
with this Special Review Use application. Approval of this Special Use Permit does not imply,
indicate nor suggest approval or likelihood or availability of approval of, nor does it in any way
approve or grant, any subsequent land use permits, platting or other development applications or
requests.
B. Government Lots. This Special Use Permit applies to only that part of Government Lot 6 and
that part of Government Lot 43 as depicted on the Site Plan. The Applicant herewith agrees that
the Campground can only operate if these two lots are held in common and unified ownership.
If the Applicant desires to sell, own, control, or operate one lot or the relevant parts thereof
independent of the other, the boundaries of this Special Use Permit must be amended.
C. Operating Hours. Pursuant to the Application submittal, this Special Use Permit shall allow
check-in/check-out between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, 7 days per week. This
approval is for seasonal use of the campground only, spring through fall, [April 1 – October 31].
Any change to the operating hours or any intent to operate the Campground and RV park on a
year-round basis will require an amendment to the Special Use Permit.
D. Licenses/Permits/Authorizations. At all times during occupancy of site and operation of the
uses, the Applicant shall have, maintain, be subject to and comply with all local, state and
federal terms, requirements, conditions, codes, ordinances, regulations, permits, licenses and/or
other authorizations pertaining to the uses and supporting structures and infrastructure, as they
may be amended or replaced from time to time.
E. Agency Responses. The Applicant shall comply with all requirements as stated in the agency
responses attached to this staff report and summarized in Section 3 of this Staff Report.
F. Representations. Unless otherwise modified by these conditions, all material representations
of the Applicant in his submittal material and in public hearings shall be considered binding.
STAFF REPORT
APPLICANT PRESENTATION
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPLICANT RESPONSE
PLANNING COMMISSION DELIBERATION AND MOTION
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