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TC Res. No. 1987-03RESOLUTION NO. 87-3 SERIES OF 1987 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SPECIAL REVIEW USE FOR THE UPGRADE OF AN EXISTING 69KV TRANSMISSION LINE ACROSS PORTIONS OF SECTION 1, SECTION 2 AND SECTION 12, T5S, R82W OF THE 6TH PM, TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO TO A 115KV TRANSMISSION LINE WHEREAS, Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. has submitted an application for a Special Review Use to allow the upgrade of that portion of an existing 69KV transmission line located within the Town of Avon to a 115KV transmission line. The centerline of said transmission line being more fully described as: Commencing at the Center of the SE 1/4 of Sections Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the 6th P.M.; thence N00007'06"W 422.87 feet along the 1/6th line to the true point of beginning of this permit; thence 589034135"E 340.18 feet; thence N60018124"E 733.10 feet; thence N69033129"E 2310.46 feet; thence 567016130"E 1231.79 feet; thence S50026'11"E 2364.99 feet; thence S59057118"E 671.37 feet to the East section line of Section 1 being the end of this permit section from which the northeast corner of Section 1, Township 5 South, Range 82 West of the 6th P.M. bears 500015'58"E 609.01 feet along the section line; and WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Commission has held a public hearing on said Special Review Use application and has determined that the proposed use complies with all requirements imposed by the Zoning Code, is consistent with the objectives and purposes of this Zoning Code and the applicable zoning district, and is designed to be compatible with surrounding land uses and uses in the area; and WHEREAS, the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado has reviewed the proceedings of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the information presented at the public hearing; and WHEREAS, the Town Council concurs with findings and recommendations of the Planning and Zoning Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town Council of the Town of Avon, Colorado hereby approves the Special Review Use for the upgrade of the existing 69KV transmission line to a 115KV transmission line, subject to: 1. That a reasonable and mutually agreeable landscape plan for Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek (Metcalf Road Substation Site) be approved by the Town of Avon and all construction completed within a six month period; 2. That no existing access roads be enlarged and no new access roads be constructed under this Special Review Use; 3. That no land be disturbed until a revegetation plan has been reviewed and approved by the Town of Avon; 4. That the two structures shown in revised locations be installed at the same location as existing structures to avoid interference with future road construction in accordance with previously approved plans; 5. Any design or location changes which may be required within the Town boundaries as a result of the Eagle County review and approval process be resubmitted to the Town Df Avon for review and approval; and 6. That the existing access road to the transmission line north of Nottingham Road and West of Metcalf Road from lots 20 and 21, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek, to the second set of structures, be removed and revegetated. ADOPTED this 26th day of May, 1987. TOWN OF AVON Allan R. Nottin am, Mayor TO: William D. James, Town Manager FROM: Norm Wood, Director of Engineering/Community Development DATE: May 21, 1987 SUBJECT: Resolution No. 87-3-Special Review Use Electric Transmission Line Upgrade The Council tabled this request at its meeting of January 27, 1987, at the request of the applicant, Holy Cross Electric Association. They requested this action so they could negotiate a conflict with Mr. William Nottingham, concerning the alignment of their transmission line across his property. These negotiations have resulted ina slight realignment of the transmission line where it crosses the Town's easterly boundary. The transmission line has also been adjusted slightly where it leaves the substation. At their meeting of April 14, 1987, the Eagle County Commissioners approved a Special Use Permit to construct the 115KV transmission line between Avon and Eagle-Vail. Now that the route of the transmission line has been finalized, Holy Cross Electric is requesting the Avon Town Council approve their Special Review Use. At their meeting of May 19, 1987, the Planning and Zoning Commission approved a landscape plan for the Beaver Creek Substation on Metcalf Road. Holy Cross Electric proposes to relandscape the substation, install a new screening material in the security fence, abandon a drive and entrance on the west side of the substation and construct a new drive and entrance on the north side. A large berm will also be constructed north of the new drive to help screen the substation from Metcalf Road. Resolution No. 87-3 has been amended to reflect the revised legal description for the transmission line easement. If the Town Council concurs with the Planning and Zoning Commission's action and recommendations, appropriate action would be adoption of Resolution No. 87-3. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 87-3. Town of Avon P. O. Box May 28, 1987 Avon, CO 81620 (303) 949-4280 Mr. Richard Brinkley c/o Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Drawer 2150 Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81602 Re: Holy Cross Electric Assoc., Inc. Special Review Use - Power Line upgrade from 69KV to 115KV Dear Mr. Brinkley: At its regular,meeting of may 26, 1987, the Avon Town Council approved Resolution 87-3, Series of 1987, approving a Special Review Use for the Upgrade of an existing 69KV transmission line across portions of Section 1, Section 2 and Section 12, T5S, R82W of the 6TH P.M., in the Town of Avon, to a 115KV transmission line. This resolution approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That a reasonable and mutually agreeable landscape plan for Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek (Metcalf Road Substation Site) be approved by the Town of Avon and all construction completed within a six month period. 2.. That no existing access roads be enlarged and no new access roads-be contructed under this Special Review Use. 3. That no land be disturbed until a-revegetation plan has been reviewed and approved the the Town of Avon. 4. That the two structures shown in revised locations be installed at the same location as existing structures to avoid interference with future road construction in accordance with previously approved plans. Power Line Upgrade Holy Cross Electric Assoc., Inc. page 2 5. Any design or location changes which may be required within the Town boundaries as a result of the Eagle County review and approval process be resubmitted. to the Town of Avon for review and approval. 6. That the existing access road to the transmission line north of Nottingham Road and West of Metcalf Road from lots 20 and 21, Block 1,-Benchmark at Beaver Creek, to the second set of structures, be removed and revegetated. Item #6 was discussed at length and was stated that this was a condition that never was completed from discussions and Special-Review Use approval in March, 1983. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Town offices. incer7ely, tricia D 1 Town Clerk cc: File 0 EAGLE COUNTY 551 Broadway Eagle, Colorado 81631 (303)328-7311 April 15, 1987 Mr. Edward Grange General Manager Holy Cross Electric Association P. 0. Box 2150. Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 RE: File No. ZS-247-86-Transmission Line Dear Mr. Grange: The Board of County Commissioners, at their meeting of April 14, 1987, approved your application fora special use permit to construct a 115KV sub-tranmission line between Avon and Eagle-Vail. The Board of County Commissioners placed the following conditions on the special use permit:- 1. The applicant must provide Eagle County with a written statement from the United States Forest Service which grants the applicant permission to-proceed with the county permit on National Forest land. 2. The mitigation defined in the United States Forest Service Environmental Assessment must be-implemented. 3. The applicant must provide Eagle County with a signed copy of the agreement with the Nottingham Ranch Co. This letter will be followed with an executed Special Use Permit. If you have any questions or want to discuss this matter further, please call or write. Sincerely, Sid Fox, Community Development SF: pin xc: William Nottingham Dave Stark,. U.S.F.S. Norm Wood, Town of Avon and of County Commissioners Assessor P.O. Box 850 P.O. Box 449 Eagle, Colorado 81631 Eagle, Colorado 81631 Sevin Lindahl, Asst. Cty. Atty. Larry Metternick, Engineer Files Clerk and Recorder Sheriff Treasurer PA. Box 537 P.O. Box 359 P.O. Box 479 Eagle, Colorado 81631 Eagle, Colorado 81631 Eagle, Colorado 81631 Town of Avon P. O. Box 975. Avon, CO 81620 (303) 949-4280 January 29, 1987 Mr. Richard Brinkley c/o Holy Cross Electric Assocation, Inc.- Drawer 2150 Glenwood Springs,,CO 81602 Dear Mr. Brinkley: At its regular meeting of January 27, 1987, the Avon Town Council tabled Resolution No. 87-3, Series of 1987 until the direction of the County Commissioners was resolved. The Avon Town Council requested that a representative be available at the next Council meeting to address some concerns that the Council had, such as, landscaping. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Town Offices. Sincerely, - 41C -[e ~ Patricia D les Tdwn Clerk cc:. File Resolution No. 8773, Series of 1987, A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SPECIAL REVIEW USE FOR THE UPGRADE OF AN EXISTING 69KV TRANSMISSION LINE ACROSS PORTIONS OF SECTION 1, SECTION 2 AND SECTION 12,T5S, R82W, OF THE 6TH P.M., TOWN OF AVON, EAGLE COUNTY, COLORADO TO A 115KV TRANSMISSION LINE. Norm Wood stated that Holy.Cross Electric Association applied for a Special Review Use to the Planning and Zoning Commission for an upgrade of an existing line and that that line was recommended for approval, but was also subject to a condition that if there were any-changes that would result in the location or design that may be required within the Town boundaries as a result of the Eagle County review and approval process that it be resubmitted to the Town of Avon for review and approval. Mr. Wood stated that following todays hearing before the Eagle County Commissioners, she Commissioners directed that this line be looked at that was beyond the Town boundary. He stated that until that was resolved, Holy Cross has requested that this item be tabled. This matter should be clarified by the next meeting. The Council requested that a representative be available at the next meeting to address some concerns that the Council had. Councilman Watkins move to to le Resolution No. 87-3. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Harrison and was unanimously carried. The Town Attorney stated that the Town had been served with a Third Party complaint on a-law suit pending in the US District Court, which has been pending since August. He stated that NOTICE was given to CIRSA insurance carrier. There was a question as to whether CIRSA would cover the claim. CIRSA is not a claims rude coverage carrier, but is a coverage of Errors and omissions. and damage occuring during the policy. Mr. Dunn felt that the occurance was when the suit was filed in Federal Court against PPL by Magnet Bank, but CIRSA was not convenienced. He then reviewed some of the history of PPL's claim with the Council. He stated he would proceed, if that was the Council's desire, to defend the Town and also defend Tyree and Associates, which were acting as the Town's inspector. He stated that he would file a Motion or answer of whatever seems appropriate on behalf of both the Town and Tyree & Associates, and would seek to recover attorney fees. Mr. Dunn stated that FSLIC's Motion to dismiss the whole suit would be heard January 29, 1987. Next on the agenda was an update report on the Singletree Golf Course. The Town Manager stated that he had talked to the Town Manager of Vail, Ron Phillips. He stated that basically, he would offer to the Town of Avon, that if the Town wanted to participate in the debt service of the . Golf Course, $1:: ' for a round. The Town could buy into this sy~z- and reserve time, and not be treated the same as the Vail Lodging Community. If there was profit shown on the'Golf Course, then' the figure would be reduced accordingly. Mr. James stated that he would look into other alternatives if the Council desired. This matter would be discussed at a scheduled work session. -8- • 0 0-0. Town of Avon P. O. Box 975, Avon, CO 81620 (303) 949-4280 January 29, 1987 Mr. Richard Brinkley c/o Holy Cross Electric Assocation, Inc. Drawer 2150 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 Dear Mr. Brinkley: At its regular meeting of January 27, 1987, the Avon Town Council tabled Resolution No. 87-3, Series of 1987 until the direction of the County Commissioners was resolved. The Avon Town Council requested that a representative be available at the next Council meeting to address some concerns that the Council had, such as, landscaping. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Town Offices. Sincerely, P~tricia kic~e Tc3wn. -Clerk cc: File M E M 0 TO: Bill James, Town Manager 0 FROM: Norm Wood, Director of Engineering and Community Development DATE: January 21, 1987 RE: Resolution No. 87-3 Special Review Use Electric Transmission Line Upgrade Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc., has applied for Special Review Use approval to upgrade the existing 69KV transmission line between the substation on Metcalf Road and the substation in Eagle-Vail. The upgraded transmission line would follow essentially the same alignment as the existing 69KV line. The proposed upgrade primarily consists of replacing the existing wood support structures with steel structures and replacing the existing conductors with larger conductors. The existing two pole structures will be replaced with a single steel pole approximately 18 feet taller than the existing structures. The existing three pole structures will be replaced with a three pole steel structure approximately 5 feet taller than the existing structures. The proposed steel structures would be galvanized with a non-reflective color finish designed to minimize visual impacts. The Planning and Zoning Commission has held a public hearing on this Special Review Use application. Following the public hearing the Commission approved the Special Review Use and recommended Town Council approval. If the Town Council concurs with the Planning and Zoning Commission action and recommendations, appropriate action would be adoption of Resolution No. 87-3. RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1. Adopt Resolution 87-3. NW/mml Town of Avon P. O. Box 975, Avon, January 22, 1987 Mr. Richard Brinkley c/o Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Drawer 2150 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 RE: Holy Cross Electric Assoc., Inc. Special Review Use - Power Line Upgrade from 69KV to 115KV Public Hearing Dear Mr. Brinkley: Thank you for your presentation to the Planning and Zoning Commission on January 20, 1987. The following action was taken with regard to the above mentioned item: The Commission adopted Resolution 87-4, recommending Council approve the Special Review Use for Holy Cross for a power line upgrade from 69KV to 115KV, from the electrical substation on Metcalf Road, easterly to the Town boundary, to an electrical substation in Eagle-Vail. The Commission found that the Special Review Use complied with Section 17.20.020, Granting of a Special Review Use, and Section 17.20.040, Special Review Criteria. On the same item, the Commission approved a letter drafted to Susie Vaughn of the Eagle County Planning Department regarding the Holy Cross power line upgrade regarding the power line beyond the Town boundaries. This Special Review Use request will be forwarded to Town Council for action and consideration at their meeting on January 27, 1987. Si nc rely, V- l Mar a're M. Lach Rec~ rdi g Secretary Copy/File Georges Boyer, SKEA Enclosures MML STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - 1/20/87 Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Special Review Use Upratina Existing 69KV Line to 115KV Public Hearing INTRODUCTION: Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. has applied for Special Review Use approval to-upgrade an existing electric transmission line from 69KV to 115KV. This existing transmission line runs from the electrical substation on Metcalf Toad easterly to the Town boundary and then beyond the Torn boundary to an electrical substation in Eagle-Vail. The line proposed for upgrade is the southerly line of the two existing-lines. The proposed alignment generally follows the same alignment as the existing line. The plans submitted with the application indicate a relocation of only two support structures. The existing wooden support structures will be replaced with steel support structures. Support structures on tangent sections will consist of single steel poles, and structures at angle points will consist of three steel poles. The typical tangent section structures are shown as 70 feet tall which is 18 feet taller than the existing two pole structures. The typical angle point structures are shorn as 57 feet tall which is 5 feet taller than the existing three pole structures. Steel structures are to be galvanized with a color finish designed to minimize visual impact. A sample is to be presented at the meeting for evaluation. Conductors are to have a non-reflective surface to minimize visual impact between support structures. STAFF COMMENTS: Plans submitted with the application have been-reviewed primarily to evaluate visual impacts of the proposed upgrade. Based upon this review, Staff feels the visual impact of the proposed upgrade will not increase significantly. In some areas the impact may be reduced somewhat by the use of single pole structures in place of the current two pole structures. Alternate locations were also considered in this review and it does not appear that the visual impact of the project would be reduced significantly within the Town boundaries through relocation of the line. The plans were also reviewed for compatibility with the Wildwood and Buck Creek Road plans. It appears that the two revised structure locations may conflict with the approved roadway plans. The existing structures are shown as being located outside the roadway construction limits and the proposed structure locations appear to be within the construction limits. Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87 Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Special Review Use - Uprating Existing 69KV Line to 115KV Public Hearing Page 2 of 4 Other items which should be adc:_-_z:,ed in the review of this application include the possible expansion of existing access roads or construction of new access roads required for construction of the project. These should be prohibited or treated as a separate review process. Revegetation of all disturbed areas is also very critical due to the erosion potential of this project. .These particular items become especially critical in view of the applicants past performance in related areas: A landscape plan for the substation on Metcalf Road was approved by the Design Review Board in October of 1980. The resultant landscaping does not fully conform with the approved plan, and the subsequent results resemble an excess excavation disposal site rather than a landscape project. A Special Review Use for the upgrade of an existing transmission line between the Wolcott Substation and the Metcalf Road Substation was approved in March of 1983. One of the conditions of that approval was: "That the existing access road to the existing transmission line which is visible from Metcalf Road be removed and revegetated after the proposed line is installed within the Town of Avon". Installation of the proposed line is complete. No visible effort to remove the access road and revegetate the area has been made. The location of the project beyond the Town boundaries is not a part of this application. This is not to say that this is not an area of concern. The most visible portion of the line is located east of the existing Town boundary.. However, this area does have potential for future annexation and development as well as being highly visible from the main entryway to the Town. Approval for this portion of the project will be by Eagle County rather than the Town of Avon. It would be appropriate for the Town to express its concerns regarding the line location through this area and request that Eagle County take this into consideration in the review of the project. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Staff recommends approval of the Special Review Use application subject to the following conditions: 1. That the existing access road to the existing transmission line which is visible from Metcalf Road be removed and revegetated as required by the Special Review Use approved March 22, 1983; 1 Staff Report to,Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87 Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Special Review Use - Uprating Existing 69KV Line to 115KV Public Hearing Page 3 of 4 2. That a revised landscape plan fo; 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek (Metcalf Road Substation) be approved by the Town of Avon and all construction completed prior to issuance of a construction permit for the transmission line upgrade as per this Special Review Use application; 3. That no existing access roads be modified and no new access roads be constructed;' 4. That no land be disturbed until a revegetation plan 'has been reviewed and approved by the Town of Avon; 5. That the two structures shown in revised location be installed in the same location as existing structures to avoid interference with future road construction in accordance with approved plans; 6.. Any changes with the Town boundary which may be required as a result of .,the Eagle County review and approval process be resubmitted to the Town of Avon for review and approval. Resolution No. 87-4 is attached for your consideration. If the Commission concurs with the Staff Recommendations, the corresponding action can be taken by the adoption of Resolution No. 87-4. If the Commission does not concur with Staff Recommendations, the Resolution can be modified accordingly. In addition, Staff also recommends that -a letter be addressed to the Eagle County Planning Department expressing concerns regarding the transmission line location outside the current town boundaries. A suggested letter is attached for your consideration. RECOMMENDED ACTION: 1.. Introduce application; 2. Presentation by applicant; 3. Public Hearing; 4. Commission action on Resolution No. 87-4. Respectfully Submitted, Norm Wood Director of Engineering and Community Development Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 1/20/87 Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Special Review Use - Uprating Existing 69KV Line to 115KV Public Hearing Page 4 of 4 Planning & Zoning Action: Approved as Submitted ( ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( ) Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ( Denied (6~ Date J1." ~ .7 Patricia Cuny, Secretary ti 19 ) Withdrawn ( ) L NW/mml Town of Avon P. O. Box 975, Avon, CO 81620 (303) 949-4280 May 20, 1987 Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. Mr: Winston Chaffin Drawer 2150 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 RE: Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Beaver Creek Substation Landscaping Design Review Dear Mr. - Chaffi n: Thank you for your application to the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting held on May 19, 19$7. The following action was taken with regard to the above mentioned item: The Commission approved the Holy Cross Electric, Beaver Creek Substation landscape design. Improvements are to include: 1. Replacing the slats in the fence with a new colored plastic material; 2. Relocating parts of the 'existing security fence to accommodate truck traffic within the yard; 3. Closing one drive and entrance on the west side of the substation, and adding a drive and entrance on the north side of the substation; 4. A large berm is proposed 'along the north side of the property; 5. Numerous trees and shrubs are planned along Metcalf Road; and 6. Most of the existing rocks that-were previously placed. for landscaping will be removed. May 20, 1987 Mr. Winston Chaffin Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Beaver Creek Substation Landscaping Design Review Page 2 of 2 In a separate motion, the Commission approved a long-term plan for the substation which addressed further expansion of the substation to the east. Conditions of approval include: 1. Per the Planning and Zoning Commission Procedures, Rules and Regulations, approvals are only valid. for a period of two years; 2. The applicant submit complete structural drawings of the retaining wall prior to the building permit; and 3.- The applicant submit a reseeding plan for those areas disturbed by the construction. inc rely, arga et M. La Recordi - Secretary Copy/File mml STAFF REPORT TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION - 5/19/87 Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Holy Cross Electric Association Beaver Creek Substation Landscaping Design Review - INTRODUCTION: At-the Planning and Zoning Commission meeting of January 20, 1987, the Commission adopted Resolution 87-4, recommending Council approval of a Special Review Use to allow Holy Cross Electric Association, Inc. to upgrade an existing 69 KV power line to 115 KV. The Special' Review Use was approved by the 'Planning and Zoning Commission subject to several conditions. In this review, we are dealing with condition No. 1 which reads "That a resonable and mutually agreeable landscape plan for Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek be approved by the Town of Avon and all construction completed within a six month period". Town Staff has worked closely with representatives from Holy Cross Electric and we have arrived at what-we feel, is a mutually agreeable plan for the substation. Improvements include: 1. Replacing the slats in the-fence with a new colored plastic material; 2. Relocating parts of the existing security fence to accommodate truck traffic within the yard; - 3. Closing one drive and entrance on the west side of the substation, and adding a drive and entrance on the north side of the substation; 4. A large berm is proposed along the north side of the property; 5. Numerous trees and shrubs are planned along Metcalf Road; 6. Most of the existing rocks that were previously placed for landscaping will be removed. Staff feels that the plan is acceptable. The Town has made a commitment to maintain the landscaping, but we do. not feel that sod, irrigation, etc. is appropriate. The grass and plantings have been planned in such a way that they can be maintained easily by the Town crews. Staff recommends approval of this landscape plan. Holy Cross Electric is also requesting approval of a long-term plan for the substation which addresses further expansion of the substation to the east. This does not constitute a large addition to the substation, but it will require construction of a retaining wall and some regrading. Staff Report to Planning & Zoning Commission - 5/19/87 Lot 10, Block 1, Benchmark at Beaver Creek Holy Cross Electric Association Beaver Creek Substation Landscaping Design Review Page 2 of 2 If the Commission feels it appropriate, they may also approve this long-range plan, but the following conditions should be included: 1. Per the Planning and Zoning Commission Rules and Regulations, approvals are only valid for a period of two years; 2. The applicant submit complete structural drawings of the retaining wall prior to building permit; 3. The applicant submit a revegetation plan for those areas disturbed by the construction. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: 1. Introduce project; 2. Presentation by applicant; 3. Commission review of submitted material; 4. Act on landscape plan; 5. Act on long-range substation plan. Re~pectfuily Submitted, right En'ineering Technician Planning & Zoning Action: Approved as Submitted (~C ) Approved with Recommended Conditions ( ) Approved with Modified Conditions ( ) Continued ( ) Denied ( ) Withdrawn ( ) Date y 14',q4- 1,62 Michael Blair, Secretary L,c! S. 4t • 4-4 r.- A r_4 y%44 a4 -e S 4- e RW/mml HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, INC. 3799 HIGHWAY 82 AREA CODE P. O. DRAWER 2150 GLENWOOD SPRINGS. COLORADO 81602 May 6, 1987 - Mr. Ray Wright - Town of Avon MAY 7 FF~ D P. 0. Box 975 Avon, Colorado 81620 RE: Relandscaping of Beaver Creek Substation Dear Mr. Wright: Attached are drawings showing Holy Cross Electric's plans to relandscape the Beaver Creek Substation, as required by the Town of Avon Planning Commission. Since this plan is a condition of our special review use for upgrading the existing 69 KV line to 115 KV between Beaver Creek and Dowd Junction, we must condition performing the work upon receiving approval of that special review use. If we can receive all the required approvals and permits in a timely manner, we will proceed with the relandscaping during this construction season. Our work will include but not be limited to, plantings, construction of berms, relocating the upper driveway and portions of the substation security fence, and replacing the slatting in the fence with a new colored plastic material. The long range plan for grading and land use within the substation shall be a part of this approval. The retaining wall, which is a part of the long range plan, shall be designed by a professional engineer at the time of construction and shall be of sufficient strength to withstand the anticipated loads. Construction shall be of poured concrete with a sacked finish on all exposed wall sections. Construction of the long range plan is anticipated within fifteen (15) years. Please schedule the required approvals of this plan. Sincerely, HOLY CROSS ELECTRIC AS 0 TION, INC. Winston Chaffin, Staking Engineer WC:rjm 303 945-5491 W/0#87-11056:Beaver Creek to Avon 115 KV W/0#87-11241-1:Beaver Creek Sub