ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Town of

PLATTEVILLE BOARD OF TRUSTEES PLATTEVILLE TOWN STAFF EV Steve Nelson Mayor Troy Renken Town Manager TT IL Hope Morris Mayor Pro Tem Mary Lee, MMC Town Clerk/Treasurer A L Troy A. Blum David Brand Public Works Director L E Rachel Brannan P Michael Cowper COLORADO CENTER FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Kim Nelson Michael Tupa, Supervisor Adrienne Sandoval Haipeng Zhang, MLA Guan Wang, MLA PLATTEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION Heather Murphy, MLA Richard Smith Chair Nikhila Ramineedi, MUD Michael Cowper Sara Morse, MLA Steve Nelson Stacy Ester, MLA Steve Sandoval Carole Schleif Retired PROJECT CONSULTANTS Steve Shafer Melissa Kendrick, AICP Kendrick Consulting Sandra Smith Martin Landers, AICP Plan Tools Paul Mills, RLA Russell + Mills Studios Shelley La Mastra, RLA Russell + Mills Studios John Beggs, ASLA Russell + Mills Studios

Comprehensive Plan

Special thanks to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs for their generous grant assistance, and to everyone in Platteville who completed a survey or participated in one or more of the community events associated with the project. The Town wishes to acknowledge the contributions of those citizens and consultants involved in the Adopted original 2010 Platteville Comprehensive Plan that preceded this Plan update. February 2017 INTRODUCTION

PURPOSE OF THE PLAN PLANNING PROCESS The Colorado Revised Statutes, Title 31, Article 23, Part 2, The 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan (Plan) is an outlines the authority and duties of the Town of Platteville’s updated summary of Platteville’s 2010 Comprehensive Plan Planning Commission to make, amend and carry out a prepared by Community Matters Inc. The 2017 Plan succeeds comprehensive plan for the physical development of the Town’s 2010 comprehensive plan as the master plan for Platteville, Colorado.SERVICES Per C.R.S. AND INFRASTRUCTURE:31-23-207, the Town ACTIONS of Platteville. The Plan is a direct result of citizen involvement Platteville ComprehensiveUpdate the CapitalPlan isImprovements considered Plan necessary to prioritize improvementsaimed at creating within the a planning Stable Urban document area. that embodies the 1 ST $ for “guiding and Updateaccomplishing Chapter 17 aSubdivision coordinated, Regulations adjusted, to require Town’s the installation vision for of oversizedits future infrastructure growth and tied development. to reimbursement by subsequent development in 1 ST $ DOLA and harmonious thedevelopment Developing Urbanof the area. municipality and its environs.” Work with the Civil Resources engineering firm to implementPublic aengagement Water Supply Plan.began with a business appreciation 1 ST $ Central Weld County Water District / Civil Resources Prepare a water distribution system master plan and integrateluncheon identified and community water system picnic improvement at Platteville’s priorities Lincoln into the ParkCapital Improvements Plan. 2 MT $$ Central Weld County Water District The Colorado Department of Local Affairs compiled the on July 21, 2016. A survey to identify community attitudes following list of potentialReview anduses update for an theadopted 2010 Wastewater comprehensive Utility Plan andand work planning with CDPHE preferences to identify was and distributed address state to permitting attendees. requirements The and future growth 2 MT $ CDPHE, St. Vrain Sanitation District plan: needs. survey results, along with feedback received from exercises 1. A basis for regulatoryImprove the actions: wastewater The treatment plan serves plant’s lagoonas a systemconducted to comply during with CDPHE the event, limits. helped shape the update of the 2 MT $$ CDPHE, Northern Front Range Water Quality Planning foundation and guide for the provisions of the zoning Town’s comprehensive plan. Association regulations, subdivisionIntegrate the recommendationsregulations, the ofofficial the 2016 Storm map, Drainage Master Plan into the Capital Improvements Plan. 1 ST $$ DOLA flood hazard regulations,Coordinate the annexation update of the decisions Capital Improvements and other PlanA project with the Platteville/Gilcrestwebsite – GrowingPlatteville.com Fire District for the Town’s – lawprovided enforcement and emergency services. 1 ST $ Platteville/Gilcrest Fire District decisions madeCOMMUNITY under theseCHARACTER regulations. : ACTIONS up-to-date information concerning public workshops, 2. A basis for communityCreate community programs “gateways” and decision at all Town making: entrances throughthe questionnaire the installation and of Platteville its results, branded and signage draft and maps landscaping. and 1 ST $$ CDOT The plan is a guideUpdate and Chapter resource 16 Zoningfor the recommendationsRegulations to require theproject installation documents and maintenance as they of landscapingwere produced.where Anappropriate additional with any new development 1 ST $ DOLA contained in adjacenta capital to SH budget 66, US 85, and and USprogram, 85 Business for roadways. a community open house event was held at the South Valley community developmentWork with CDOT program, to maintain and and forenhance direction their SH 66,Middle US 85, andSchool US 85 on Business January right 25th,-of -2017, way segments. presenting the general 1 ST $ CDOT and content ofPrepare other and local distribute initiatives, an educational such as forbrochure water to commercialpublic an property opportunity owners to providing review informationand respond on regulationsto draft Plan concerning property 1 ST $ Commercial property owners protection, recreationmaintenance or open and spaceweed control. land acquisition and information. A joint work session with the Town Board and housing. Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 1 streetscape improvementsPlanning Commission recommended preceded in the Main public Street hearingsDesign Concept. for each 1 ST $$ DOLA, XCEL,CDOT 3. A source for planningObtain DOLA studies: grant funding Few plans for Phase can 2 addressstreetscape improvementsapproval authority. recommended in the Main Street Design Concept. 2 MT $$ DOLA, CDOT every issue in Updatesufficient Chapter detail. 16 Zoning Therefore,Regulations many plansto require will screening and buffering between residential and commercial/industrial properties. 1 ST $ DOLA recommend furtherPrepare studies and distribute to develop an educational courses ofbrochure action to homeowners providing information on regulations concerning vehicle parking, outdoor storage and 1 ST $ Homeowners on a specific publicneed. right-of-way encroachment. 4. A standard forIncrease review code at enforcementthe Countythroughout and State all level: zone districts within the Town. 1 ST $ Other regulatoryWork processes with the Platteville identify Historical the municipal Society and plan the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation to inventory local historic and cultural resources. 2 MT $ Platteville Historical Society, Office of Archaeology and as a standard for review of applications. Master plans are Historic Preservation important to theWork development with the Platteville of regional Historical plans Society or andinter- local volunteers to evaluate the commitment and strategy for pursing historic designation. 2 MT $ Platteville Historical Society municipal programs,PARKS i.e.,AND a regional RECREATION: trail network ACTIONS or valley- wide transit program.Prepare a parks, trails and open space master plan that provides for future neighborhood, community and regional park and recreation needs. 1 ST $$ Great Outdoors Colorado 5. A source of information:Update Chapter The 17 planSubdivision is a valuable requirements source forof public park, trail and open space dedication. 1 ST $ DOLA information forWork local with boards, Milliken commissions, to begin an implementation organizations, strategy for the South Platte River Corridor Plan. 3 LT $$ Milliken citizens and business.Develop incentives and work with landowners to provide trails and/or access easements to the South Platte River. 3 LT $$ Area landowners 6. A long-term guide:Pursue acquisition The plan ofis traila long-term access to the guide South byPlatte River. 1 ST $$ West Farms which to measureUpdate theand Chapter evaluate 16 A -Hpublic zone districtand regulationsprivate to improve the continued use of agricultural lands for agricultural operations. 1 ST $$ DOLA proposals thatPrepare affect and the distribute physical, an social educational and economicbrochure to landowners providing information on potential state and federal tax credits associated with 2 MT $ Colorado Department of Revenue, IRS environment ofconservation the community. easements. Work with the Weld RE-1 school district to enhance the intergovernmental agreement for sharing recreational facilities. 1 ST $ Weld RE-1 school district Work with area communities to form a recreational district and pursue grant funding for the design and construction of a regional recreation center. 3 LT $$$ Gilcrest, Milliken, Mead, Firestone and Fort Lupton Key:

Priority Timeframe Cost 1: Critical ST (Short-term): 1-2 years $: $0-$100K 2: Vital MT (Mid-term): 3-5 years $$: $100-$500K 3: Desirable LT (Long-term): 5+ years $$$: $500K

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2 IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX INTRODUCTION

ORGANIZATION OF THE PLAN □ Managing Growth The Plan is structured to provide guidance for decision □ Intergovernmental Coordination making in a summary-style format. Background information □ Annexation on community demographics, the Plan setting, planning □ Land Use boundaries and the project survey results is followed by a SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE: ACTIONS policy framework led by a citizen-generated vision statement. TRANSPORTATION Update the Capital Improvements Plan to prioritize improvements within the Stable Urban area. 1 ST $ The Transportation plan theme describes the extension and Update Chapter 17 Subdivision Regulations to require the installation of oversized infrastructure tied to reimbursement by subsequent development in 1 ST $ DOLA improvement of Platteville’s road network. Key strategies the Developing Urban area. and priority actions are organized into five issue categories: Work with the Civil Resources engineering firm to implement a Water Supply Plan. 1Vision forST the Future$ Central Weld County Water□□ District System / Civil Planning Resources Prepare a water distribution system master plan and integrate identified water system improvement priorities into the Capital Improvements Plan. 2 MT $$ Central Weld County Water□□ District Circulation Guiding Principle □ Mobility Review and update the 2010 Wastewater Utility Plan and work with CDPHE to identify and address state permitting requirements and future growth 2 PlanMT Theme $ CDPHE, St. Vrain Sanitation□ □District Safety needs. □ Downtown Parking Improve the wastewater treatment plant’s lagoon system to comply with CDPHE limits. 2 MTIssues $$ CDPHE, Northern Front Range Water Quality Planning Association SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE Key Strategies Integrate the recommendations of the 2016 Storm Drainage Master Plan into the Capital Improvements Plan. 1 ST $$ DOLA The Services and Infrastructure plan theme reflects the Town’s Priority Coordinate the update of the Capital Improvements Plan with the Platteville/Gilcrest Fire District for the Town’s law enforcement and emergency services. 1 ActionsST $ Platteville/Gilcrest Fire Districtcollaborative approach to providing core infrastructures and COMMUNITY CHARACTER: ACTIONS services. Key strategies and priority actions are organized Create community “gateways” at all Town entrances through the installation of Platteville branded signage and landscaping. 1 ST $$ CDOT into five issue categories: Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to require the installation and maintenance of landscaping where appropriate with any new development 1 ST $ DOLA □ Infrastructure Planning adjacent to SH 66, US 85, and US 85 Business roadways. □ Water System Seven plan themes represent the Plan’s major topics. Maps Work with CDOT to maintain and enhance their SH 66, US 85, and US 85 Business right-of- way segments. 1 ST $ CDOT □ Wastewater System are included where useful for depicting theme details. Each Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to commercial property owners providing information on regulations concerning property 1 ST $ Commercial property owners□□ Stormwater System maintenance and weed control. plan theme is framed by a guiding principle, followed by □ Public Safety Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 1 streetscape improvements recommended in the Main Street Design Concept. background information1 andST a table$$ linkingDOLA key, XCEL,CDOT strategies Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 2 streetscape improvements recommended in the Main Street Design Concept. with one or more2 priority actions.MT A key$$ strategyDOLA is, CDOTa statement COMMUNITY CHARACTER Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to require screening and buffering between residential and commercial/industrial properties. of a specific approach1 directedST toward$ DOLA compliance with The Community Character plan theme focuses on the quality Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to homeowners providing information on regulations concerning vehicle parking, outdoor astorage guiding and principle.1 A priorityST action$ is aHomeowners statement of an of Platteville’s small town atmosphere. Key strategies and public right-of-way encroachment. initiative based on its potential to implement a key strategy. priority actions are organized into four issue categories: The seven plan themes are summarized as follows: Increase code enforcement throughout all zone districts within the Town. 1 ST $ □ Overall Image and Identity Work with the Platteville Historical Society and the Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation to inventory local historic and cultural resources. 2 MT $ Platteville Historical Society□,□ Office Downtown of Archaeology Vitality and ENVIRONMENT Historic Preservation □□ Quality Neighborhoods The Environment plan theme describes environmental Work with the Platteville Historical Society and local volunteers to evaluate the commitment and strategy for pursing historic designation. 2 MT $ Platteville Historical Society□□ Cultural Resource Preservation conditions and constraints in Platteville’s UGA. Key strategies PARKS AND RECREATION: ACTIONS and priority actions are organized into three issue categories: Prepare a parks, trails and open space master plan that provides for future neighborhood, community and regional park and recreation needs. 1 ST $$ Great Outdoors ColoradoPARKS AND RECREATION Floodplain and Riparian Habitat Protection Update Chapter 17 Subdivision requirements for public park, trail and open space dedication. □ 1 ST $ DOLA The Parks and Recreation plan theme addresses Platteville’s Agricultural Sustainability Work with Milliken to begin an implementation strategy for the South Platte River Corridor Plan. □ 3 LT $$ Milliken park and recreation objectives. Key strategies and priority Impact Mitigation Develop incentives and work with landowners to provide trails and/or access easements to the South Platte River. □ 3 LT $$ Area landowners actions are organized into four issue categories: □ Park System Pursue acquisition of trail access to the South Platte River. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT1 ST $$ West Farms Update the Chapter 16 A-H zone district regulations to improve the continued use of agricultural lands for agricultural operations. 1 ST $$ DOLA □ Trail Network The Economic Development plan theme addresses □□ Open Space Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to landowners providing information on potential state and federal tax credits associated withPlatteville’s economic2 vitalityMT and opportunity.$ Colorado Key strategiesDepartment of Revenue, IRS conservation easements. □ Recreational Programs and priority actions are organized into five issue categories: Work with the Weld RE-1 school district to enhance the intergovernmental agreement for sharing recreational facilities. 1 ST $ Weld RE-1 school district □ Business Attraction Work with area communities to form a recreational district and pursue grant funding for the design and construction of a regional recreation center. 3 LT $$$ Gilcrest, Milliken, Mead, FirestoneThe Plan and concludes Fort Lupton with an Implementation section that □□ Business Retention Key: organizes the action items from the seven plan themes into □ Oil and Gas Production Services a matrix with timeframes for completion, cost estimates and Priority Timeframe □ Attainable Housing Cost partnerships, providing a tool for monitoring and evaluating 1: Critical ST (Short-term): 1-2 years □ Tourism $: $0-$100K progress toward achieving the Plan’s vision. 2: Vital MT (Mid-term): 3-5 years $$: $100-$500K 3: Desirable LT (Long-term): 5+ years GROWTH MANAGEMENT $$$: $500K Colorado Statutes require inclusion of a Recreation and The Growth Management plan theme provides the planning Tourism element within a comprehensive plan. The Parks framework for future growth and development in Platteville’s and Recreation and Economic Development plan themes Urban Growth Area. Key strategies and priority actions are are intended to serve as the recreation and tourism plan organized into four issue categories: element pursuant to C.R.S. 31-23-207 (5). 37 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 2

2 COMMUNITY PROFILE The implementation matrix identifies actions by plan theme, with each action assigned a priority and timeframe for completion, an estimated cost, any Town partners and a space for writing in a completion date.

IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX Platteville Population Priority Timeframe Cost Partners Completion Date TOPIC QUANTITY ENVIRONMENT: ACTIWidowedONS 3.1% Update Chapter 14 Flood Damage Prevention Regulations as needed to remain in compliance with Colorado Water Conservation Board 3 LT $ Colorado Water Conservation Board, FEMA, Weld recommendations.Divorced Population 2,656 County Office of Emergency Management Update17.7% the Chapter 16 ECRR zone district regulations to improve the protection of environmentally constrained lands. 1 ST $ DOLA Update Chapter 16 ZoningMarried Regulations to include a flood protectionHouseholds overlay zone district. 941 1 ST $ DOLA NeverUpdate Married Chapter 17 Subdivision52.2% Regulations to protect unique natural features, open space, and natural areas. 1 ST $ DOLA SERVICESUpdate27% the AND Chapter INFRASTRUCTURE: 16 A-H zone district ACTIONSregulations to increaseAverage the minimum Household lot size to one unit per 40 acres2.79. 1 ST $ DOLA UpdateWork with the CapitalWeld County Improvements to ensure Plan that to agricultural prioritize improvements lands will continue within Sizeto the be zonedStable Urbanfor agricultural area. use. 13 STLT $ $ Weld County UpdateUpdate Chapter Chapter 17 16 Subdivision Zoning Regulations Regulations to provideto require industrial the installation performance of oversized standards. infrastructure tied to reimbursement by subsequent development in 11 STST $ $ DOLADOLA theWork Developing w/ the COGCC Urban to area. ensure the Town properly regulates and Medianmonitors oil Age and gas exploration and drilling35.3. 1 ST $ COGCC WorkECONOMIC with the Civil DEVELOPMENT: Resources engineering ACTIONS firm to implement a Water Supply Plan. 1 ST $ Central Weld County Water District / Civil Resources PrepareUpdate aChapter water distribution 16 Zoning systemRegulations master to plan reduce and obstacles integrateTotal associated identified Population waterwith attracting system improvementin new businesses priorities through1,362 into such the Capital measures Improvements as streamlining Plan. 21 MTST $$ $ CentralDOLA Weld County Water District Source: Upstate Colorado development review procedures. ReviewStimulate and the update development the 2010 Wastewaterof undeveloped Utility or Plan under and developed work withLabor sites CDPHE located Force to identify in the Weld and addressCounty stateEnterprise permitting Zone requirementswithin Platteville’s and Stablefuture Urbangrowth and 22 MTMT $ $ CDPHE,Upstate St. Colorado Vrain Sanitation Economic District Development needs.Developing Urban Areas through incentives such as the RevolvingMedian Loan Household Fund. $59,124 ImprovePrepare the a marketing wastewater strategy treatment and incentivesplant’s lagoon package system for to attracting comply newwithIncome retailCDPHE business limits. opportunities including a mid-size grocery store. 21 MTST $$ $ CDPHE,UpstateNorthern Colorado Front Economic Range Development Water Quality Planning Platteville EmploymentSponsor a quarterly Business to Business Luncheon to keep lines of communication open with the business community. 1 ST $ AssociationUpstate Colorado Economic Development Information IntegrateSponsor the seasonal recommendationsFinancial/Insurance/ events in downtown of the 2016 Platteville, Storm Drainage such asHigh a Master weekend School Plan farmers into Diplomathe market. Capital Improvements Plan.81% 11 STST $$ $ DOLAUpstate Colorado Economic Development 0.7% CoordinateUpdate Chapter the updateReal 16 EstateZoning of 6.1% the Regulations Capital Improvements to provide for Plan “rural with industrial” the Platteville/Gilcrestor land More uses such Fire as District oil and for gas the production Town’s law support enforcement services. and emergency services. 11 STST $ $ Platteville/GilcrestDOLA Fire District Public Administration Transportation/ COMMUNITYNegotiate an incentivesCHARACTER package: ACTIONS for a homebuilder or developer to complete the Platte River Farms Subdivision. 2 MT $$ Homebuilders Utilities 5.2% 3.9% Bachelor’s Degree or 23.9% CreateRenegotiate community the West “gateways” Farms PUD at all to Town provide entrances for rural through residential the development. installation of Platteville branded signage and landscaping. 11 STST $$ $ CDOTWest Farms Wholesale More 3.3% UpdateDevelop Chapter a brochure 16 Zoning highlightingServices Regulations historic to requirepoints of the interest installationSource: in Upstate and and Coloradoaround maintenance Platteville. of landscaping where appropriate with any new development 13 STMT $ $ DOLAPlatteville Historical Society, Office of Archaeology and Agriculture/adjacent to SH 66, US 85, and33.9% US 85 Business roadways. Historic Preservation Mining 10.4%WorkGROWTH with CDOT MANAGEMENT to maintain and: ACTIONS enhance their SH 66, US 85, and US 85 Business right-of- way segments. 1 ST $ CDOT Retail TradePrepareUpdate and the distributeannexation an purposeeducational statements brochure in Chapterto commercial 15 Annexation property to owners reflect providingthe intent ofinformation the four Planning on regulations Areas. concerning property 11 STST $ $ CommercialDOLA property owners 11.3% Construction HOUSING TOPIC QUANTITY maintenanceUpdateManufacturing the zoning and weed district control.13% objectives in Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to reflect the intent of the four Planning Areas. 1 ST $ DOLA ObtainUpdate DOLA the12.2% subdivision grant funding purpose for Phase statements 1 streetscape in Chapter improvements 17 Subdivision recommended Regulations in to the reflect Main the Street intent Design of the Concept. four Planning Areas. 11 STST $$ $ DOLADOLA, XCEL,CDOT ObtainNegotiate DOLA an grant Intergovernmental funding for PhaseAgreement 2 streetscape (IGA) with improvements Firestone.Housing recommended Units in the Main Street Design1,013 Concept. 21 MTST $$ $ DOLAFirestone, CDOT / SH 66 Coalition UpdateMonitor Chapter and update 16 Zoning existingRegulations IGA’s with to Weld require County, screening Gilcrest, and Milliken, buffering Mead between and Fort residential Lupton andas needed. commercial/industrial properties. 12 STMT $ $ DOLAWeld County, Gilcrest, Milliken, Mead, and Fort Lupton PrepareAnnex andlands distribute as needed an to educational protect the brochure Town’s UGA. to homeownersOwner providing Occupied information on regulations 64.6%concerning vehicle parking, outdoor storage and 11 STST $ $ HomeownersUnincorporated property owners Source: Upstate Colorado publicAnnex right lands-of within-way encroachment. the Developing Urban Area along the US 85 corridorHousing to expand the Town’s tax base. 2 MT $ Unincorporated property owners IncreaseEvaluate code annexing enforcement enclavesthroughout and other areas all zone that districts are largely within surrounded the Town by. the Town. 13 STLT $ $ Unincorporated property owners WorkUpdate with thethe district Platteville use regulationsHistorical Society in Chapter and the16 Zoning Office of Regulations ArchaeologyRenter as Occupiedneededand Historic to foster Preservation compatible to inventory land28.3% development. local historic and cultural resources. 21 MTST $ $ PlattevilleDOLA Historical Society, Office of Archaeology and Update the design standards in Chapter 17 Subdivision RegulationsHousing as needed to foster quality land development. 1 ST $ HistoricDOLA Preservation WorkEstablish with ruralthe Platteville development Historical design Society standards and local to promote volunteersMedian large to lot evaluate residential Home the commitmentgrowth. Value and strategy$195,313 for pursing historic designation. 22 MTMT $ $ Platteville Historical Society Platteville RacesPARKSUpdate (percentage AND the sign RECREATION: regulations of total) in ACTIONS Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to be legally compliant with content-neutrality standards. 1 ST $ DOLA PrepareTRANSPORTATION: a parks, trails and ACTIONS open space master plan that provides for future neighborhood, community and regional park and recreation needs. 1 ST $$ Great Outdoors Colorado UpdatePrepare Chapter a Transportation 17 Subdivision MasterTwo or requirements More Plan and integrate for public identified park,Source: Upstatetrail transportation and Colorado open space system dedication. improvement priorities into the Capital Improvements Plan. 12 STMT $ $$ DOLACDOT, Upper Front Range Transportation Planning Pacific Islander Work with Milliken to beginRaces an implementation 2.4% strategy for the South Platte River Corridor Plan. 3 LT $$ MillikenRegion Alone 0.5% DevelopImplement incentives the 2040 and RTP work recommendations with landowners for to relocation/realignmentprovide trails and/or access improvements easements for to the USSouth 85 frontage Platte River. road. 33 LTLT $$$$$ AreaCDOT landowners, Upper Front Range Transportation Planning Asian Alone Pursue acquisition of trail access to the South Platte River. 1 ST $$ WestRegion Farms 0.5% Some Other Race UpdateContinueAlone the active23.3% Chapter involvement 16 A-H zone in districtamending regulations the US 85to Accessimprove Control the continued Plan. use of agricultural lands for agricultural operations. 13 STLT $$ $ DOLACDOT, Upper Front Range Transportation Planning Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to landowners providing information on potential state and federal tax credits associated with 2 MT $ ColoradoRegion Department of Revenue, IRS conservation easements. FEMALE Poll Platteville, Gilcrest,White Fort AloneLupton and other US 85 corridor residents to determine interest in regional bus service. 3 LT $ Upper Front Range Transportation Planning Region American WorkImplement with the theWeld PELRE Study-1 school72.4% recommendations district to enhance for intersection the intergovernmental improvements agreement 1,340at WCR 30, for SH sharing 66, Marion recreational Avenue, facilities. WCR 32, and WCR 34. 13 STLT $$$$ WeldCDOTRE -1 school district Indian Alone WorkCreate with additional area communitiesdesignated to on form-street a recreational parking spaces district through and pursuediagonalgrant and funding parallel for parking the design striping and along construction Main Street, of a Goodrich regional recreationAvenue, Marion center. 31 LTST $$$ $ Gilcrest,CDOT Milliken, Mead, Firestone and Fort Lupton 0.6% Key: Black Alone Avenue and Elizabeth Avenue. MALE 0.3% Priority Timeframe1,353 Cost 1 1: Critical Hispanic Origin 38.4% Source: Upstate Colorado ST (Short-term): 1-2 years $: $0-$100K Source: Upstate Colorado 2: Vital MT (Mid-term): 3-5 years $$: $100-$500K 3: Desirable LT (Long-term): 5+ years $$$: $500K

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2 IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX SETTING The implementation matrix identifies actions by plan theme, with each action assigned a priority and timeframe for completion, an estimated cost, any Town partners and a space for writing in a completion date.

IMPLEMENTATION MATRIX Priority Timeframe Cost Partners Completion Date

ENVIRONMENT: ACTIONS Platteville is known as a small town that is convenient to area amenities and local as well as regional employment centers. Update Chapter 14 Flood Damage Prevention Regulations as needed to remain in compliance with Colorado Water Conservation Board Located along the3 US 85 corridorLT 15$ milesColorado southwest Water of Conservation Greeley and Board, 37 miles FEMA northeast, Weld of downtown Denver, Platteville has recommendations. easy access to major business, shopping, Countyand culturalOffice centers.of Emergency Platteville Management is situated seven miles from Interstate 25 via SH 66. In Update the Chapter 16 ECRR zone district regulations to improve the protection of environmentally constrained lands. addition to these1 transportationST corridors,$ DOLA the Town has readily accessible rail service on the eastern edge of Town, and is only Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to include a flood protection overlay zone district. 36 miles from Denver1 InternationalST Airport.$ DOLA Update Chapter 17 Subdivision Regulations to protect unique natural features, open space, and natural areas. 1 ST $ DOLA SERVICESUpdate the AND Chapter INFRASTRUCTURE: 16 A-H zone district ACTIONSregulations to increase the minimum lot size to one unit per 40 acres. 1 ST $ DOLA UpdateWork with the CapitalWeld County Improvements to ensure Plan that to agricultural prioritize improvements lands will continue within to the be zonedStable Urbanfor agricultural area. use. 13 STLT $$ Weld County UpdateUpdate Chapter Chapter 17 16 Subdivision Zoning Regulations Regulations to provideto require industrial the installation performance of oversized standards. infrastructure tied to reimbursement by subsequent development in 11 STST $$ FortDOLADOLA 85 theWork Developing w/ the COGCC Urban to area. ensure the Town properly regulates and monitors oil and gas exploration and drilling. 1 ST $287 CollinsCOGCC Timnath Severance Eaton WorkECONOMIC with the CivilDEVELOPMENT: Resources engineering ACTIONS firm to implement a Water Supply Plan. 1 ST $ Central Weld County Water District / Civil Resources PrepareUpdate a Chapter water distribution 16 Zoning systemRegulations master to plan reduce and obstacles integrate associated identified waterwith attracting system improvement new businesses priorities through into such the Capital measures Improvements as streamlining Plan. 21 MTST $$$ CentralDOLA Weld County Water District development review procedures. 392 392 Windsor ReviewStimulate and the update development the 2010 Wastewaterof undeveloped Utility or Plan under and developed work with sites CDPHE located to identify in the Weld and addressCounty stateEnterprise permitting Zone requirementswithin Platteville’s and Stablefuture Urbangrowth and 22 MTMT $$ CDPHE,Upstate St. Colorado Vrain Sanitation Economic District Development 63 needs.Developing Urban Areas through incentives such as the Revolving Loan Fund. ImprovePrepare the a marketing wastewater strategy treatment and incentivesplant’s lagoon package system for to attracting comply newwith retailCDPHE business limits. opportunities including a mid-size grocery store. 21 MTST $$$ CDPHE,UpstateNorthern Colorado Front Economic Range Development Water Quality Planning 263 Sponsor a quarterly Business to Business Luncheon to keep lines of communication open with the business community. 1 ST Loveland$ AssociationUpstate Colorado Economic DevelopmentGreeley 34 IntegrateSponsor the seasonal recommendations events in downtown of the 2016 Platteville, Storm Drainage such as a Master weekend Plan farmers into the market. Capital Improvements Plan. 11 STST $$$ DOLAUpstate Colorado Economic Development 34 Kersey CoordinateUpdate Chapter the update 16 Zoning of the Regulations Capital Improvements to provide for Plan “rural with industrial” the Platteville/Gilcrest land uses such Fire as District oil and for gas the production Town’s law support enforcement services. and emergency services. 11 STST $$ Platteville/GilcrestDOLA402 Fire District Evans COMMUNITY CHARACTER: ACTIONS 257 Negotiate an incentives package for a homebuilder or developer to complete the Platte River Farms Subdivision. 2 MT $$ Homebuilders 34 CreateRenegotiate community the West “gateways” Farms PUD at all to Town provide entrances for rural through residential the development. installation of Platteville branded signage and landscaping. 11 STST $$$ CDOTWest60 Farms Johnstown LaSalle UpdateDevelop Chapter a brochure 16 Zoning highlighting Regulations historic to requirepoints of the interest installation in and and around maintenance Platteville. of landscaping where appropriate with any new development 13 STMT $$ DOLAPlatteville Historical Society, Office of Archaeology and 85 adjacent to SH 66, US 85, and US 85 Business roadways. Historic Preservation Milliken Berthoud WorkGROWTH with CDOT MANAGEMENT to maintain and: ACTIONS enhance their SH 66, US 85, and US 85 Business right-of- way segments. 1 ST $ CDOT56 Gilcrest PrepareUpdate and the distributeannexation an purposeeducational statements brochure in Chapterto commercial 15 Annexation property to owners reflect providingthe intent ofinformation the four Planning on regulations Areas. concerning property 11 STST $$ CommercialDOLA property owners maintenanceUpdate the zoning and weed district control. objectives in Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to reflect the intent of the four Planning Areas. 1 ST $ DOLA I25

ObtainUpdate DOLA the subdivision grant funding purpose for Phase statements 1 streetscape in Chapter improvements 17 Subdivision recommended Regulations in to the reflect Main the Street intent Design of the Concept. four Planning Areas. 11 STST 287$$$ DOLADOLAMead, XCEL,CDOT ObtainNegotiate DOLA an grant Intergovernmental funding for Phase Agreement 2 streetscape (IGA) with improvements Firestone. recommended in the Main Street Design Concept. 36 21 MTST $$$ DOLAFirestone, CDOT / SH 66 Coalition UpdateMonitor Chapter and update 16 Zoning existingRegulations IGA’s with to Weld require County, screening Gilcrest, and Milliken, buffering Mead between and Fort residential Lupton andas needed. commercial/industrial properties. 12 STMT $$ DOLAWeld County, Gilcrest, Milliken, Mead, and Fort Lupton Platteville PrepareAnnex andlands distribute as needed an to educational protect the brochure Town’s UGA. to homeowners providing information on regulations concerning vehicle parking, outdoor storage and 11 STST $$ HomeownersUnincorporated property66 owners public right-of-way encroachment. Annex lands within the Developing Urban Area along the US 85 corridor to expand the Town’s tax base. 2 MT Longmont$ Unincorporated property owners 38 miles to IncreaseEvaluate code annexing enforcement enclavesthroughout and other areas all zone that districts are largely within surrounded the Town by. the Town. 13 STLT $$ Unincorporated property owners Downtown 36 Denver | 36 WorkUpdate with thethe district Platteville use regulationsHistorical Society in Chapter and the16 Zoning Office of Regulations Archaeology as neededand Historic to foster Preservation compatible to inventory land development. local historic and cultural resources. 21 MTST $$ PlattevilleDOLA119 Historical Society, Office of Archaeologymiles to DIA and Update the design standards in Chapter 17 Subdivision Regulations as needed to foster quality land development. 1 ST $ HistoricDOLA Preservation 85 Firestone WorkEstablish with ruralthe Platteville development Historical design Society standards and local to promote volunteers large to lot evaluate residential the commitmentgrowth. and strategy for pursing historic designation. 22 MTMT $$ Platteville Historical Society PARKSUpdate AND the sign RECREATION: regulations in ACTIONS Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to be legally compliant with content-neutrality standards. 1 ST $ DOLA Keenesburg PrepareTRANSPORTATION: a parks, trails and ACTIONS open space master plan that provides for future neighborhood, community and regional park and recreation needs. 1 ST $$ Great OutdoorsFrederick Colorado

UpdatePrepare Chapter a Transportation 17 Subdivision Master requirements Plan and integrate for public identified park, trail transportation and open space system dedication. improvement priorities into the Capital Improvements Plan. 12 STMT $$$ DOLACDOT, Upper Front Range52 Transportation Planning Dacono Work with Milliken to begin an implementation strategy for the South Platte River Corridor Plan. 3 LT $$ MillikenRegion Fort Lupton Hudson DevelopImplement incentives the 2040 and RTP work recommendations with landowners for to relocation/realignmentprovide trails and/or access improvements easements for to the USSouth 85 frontage Platte River. road. 33 LTLT $$$$$ AreaCDOT landowners, Upper Front Range Transportation Planning Pursue acquisition of trail access to the South Platte River. 1 ST $$ WestRegion Farms I76 Update the Chapter 16 A-H zone district regulations to improve the continued use of agricultural lands for agricultural operations. Boulder1 ST $$ DOLA Continue active involvement in amending the US 85 Access Control Plan. 3 LT7 $ CDOT, Upper Front Range Transportation Planning Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to landowners providing information on potential state and federal tax credits associated with 2 MT $ ColoradoRegion Department of Revenue, IRS

conservationPoll Platteville, easements. Gilcrest, Fort Lupton and other US 85 corridor residents to determine interest in regional bus service. 3 LT $ Upper Front Range Transportation7 Planning Region WorkImplement with the theWeld PELRE Study-1 school recommendations district to enhance for intersection the intergovernmental improvements agreement at WCR 30, for SH sharing 66, Marion recreational Avenue, facilities. WCR 32, and WCR 34. 13 STLT $$$$ WeldCDOTRE-1 school district WorkCreate with additional area communities designated to on form-street a recreational parking spaces district through and pursue diagonalgrant and funding parallel for parking the design striping and along construction Main Street, of a Goodrich regional recreationAvenue, Marion center. 31 LTST $$$$ Gilcrest,CDOT Milliken, Mead, Firestone and Fort Lupton Key:Avenue and Elizabeth Avenue.

Priority Timeframe Cost 1 1: Critical ST (Short-term): 1-2 years $: $0-$100K 2: Vital MT (Mid-term): 3-5 years $$: $100-$500K 3: Desirable LT (Long-term): 5+ years $$$: $500K

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SURVEY RESULTS PLAN THEME: COMMUNITY CHARACTER

As part of the Plan update, a survey was distributed to engage residents, employees and property owners of Platteville. The survey was distributed from July through early November of 2016 and the Town received 106 survey responses. KEY STRATEGY PRIORITY ACTIONS

TOP TEN ISSUES: Overall Image and Identity □ Create community “gateways” at all Town entrances through the installation of Platteville branded signage 1. Maintaining the town’s current size and character Improve the overall image of the community as and landscaping. viewed from the US 85 Corridor and Highway 66. 2. New Housing Opportunities □ Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to require the 3. Additional/Improved Civic and Cultural Facilities installation and maintenance of landscaping where appropriate with any new development adjacent to SH 4. Future Growth/Development/Redevelopment 66, US 85, and US 85 Business roadways. 5. Property Maintenance/Code Enforcement □ Work with CDOT to maintain and enhance their SH 66, US 6. Additional/Improved parks & Trails 85, and US 85 Business right-of- way segments. 7. New Businesses and Job Opportunities □ Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to 8. Downtown Improvements (Parking & Streetscape, etc.) commercial property owners providing information on 9. Street Improvements (Paving, Drainage, Sidewalks, Lighting, etc.) regulations concerning property maintenance and weed control. 10. Other: Rec Center/Pool, schools senior housing Downtown Vitality □ Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 1 streetscape improvements recommended in the Main Street Design Concept. Please indicate where you live: Please indicate which category best applies to you: Improve the public realm of Platteville’s downtown core. Interested Citizen 3% □ Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 2 streetscape improvements recommended in the Main Street Design Other Community Concept. or County Business Employee □ Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to require 28% Quality Neighborhoods 29% screening and buffering between residential and Platteville Resident Unincorporated 62% 59% Improve the quality of residential neighborhoods. commercial/industrial properties. Weld Country Business Owner 10% 9% □ Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to homeowners providing information on regulations concerning vehicle parking, outdoor storage and public right-of-way encroachment.

□ Increase code enforcement throughout all zone districts within the Town. If you are a resident of Platteville, what is you housing situation? Please indicate where you do most of your shopping: Johnstown 1% Cultural Resource Preservation □ Work with the Platteville Historical Society and the Office Thornton/Denver 2% of Archaeology and Historic Preservation to inventory Platteville 4% Loveland 3% local historic and cultural resources. Gilcrest 1% Identify historic and cultural resources. Brighton/Longmont Rent House 14% □ Work with the Platteville Historical Society and local 42% volunteers to evaluate the commitment and strategy for Own Home Firestone pursing historic designation. 58% 32% Greeley 40%

Fort Lupton 3%

7 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 32 PLAN THEME: COMMUNITY CHARACTER SURVEY RESULTS

GUIDING PRINCIPLE What are the most desirable features of Platteville Foster community pride and establish a strong sense of place by preserving cultural resources, enhancing today? Thing thing I like best about Platteville is: Platteville’s image and revitalizing its downtown core. Existing Amenities/ Dollar General/Little Traffic/History Silver Spur/Clean/Museum/ Stores 5% Old Town/Recreation/Scenic/ Library 4% Train/Go home for lunch/ Quiet Place/Library Affordable Housing/Schools 2% Current Project/Everbridge 1% BACKGROUND 8% Post Office/Growing/ Parks 5% Platteville was founded in 1871, after the Denver Pacific Museum 6% Town Manager/Trees 1% Railroad arrived. The community’s origins can be traced back Central Location Small Town 13% Atmosphere even further to the 1830’s with the establishment of nearby 35% Fort Vasquez, an important fur trading post. The South Platte Central Location Quiet/Safe 9% Small Town River’s fertile valley initially provided for potato farming Friendly People 15% Parks 49% People/Community and continues with cattle and poultry raising. Platteville’s 43% agricultural heritage is memorialized at the Platteville Pioneer 20% Museum and celebrated during the annual Harvest Daze event.

Retaining a small town atmosphere is a core value of Platteville’s residents. Physical attributes that contribute to Platteville’s small town atmosphere include surrounding agricultural lands, mountain vistas, clean air, quiet What are the least desirable features of Platteville The thing I would most like to change about Platteville neighborhoods and a compact downtown. Enhancing Marion Avenue Platteville’s identity and improving the quality of residential today? is: neighborhoods and the downtown core were key issues Traffic/Utility Too Many No River Access/Economic Outdoor Activities/ School/River Access/Upgrade Storm Rates 4% Cops 2% Limitation/Growth/ Trails 7% Drain/Mail Delivery/Gas Station/Motel/ identified during the Plan update. Hwy 66 Intersection/ More Rental Options/Community Garden/ Nothing to Do Distance to Medical Care/ Reliance on Oil & Gas/Train Traffic 1% 5% Feedlot Odors/Flies 1% Truck Traffic 9% Concurrent with the preparation of this Plan, several Downtown University of Colorado students from the Colorado Center for 11% NoLack More of Amenities Housing Clean up Town/ More Business/Grocery/ Community Developments’ University Technical Assistance is Needed33% Appearance of Restaurants/Gyms (UTA) program prepared preliminary designs for improving Unkempt 12% Old Town 41% Properties 18% Upgrade and the visual appearance of downtown Platteville. Two phases 19% Lack of Maintain Street/ of improvements were identified: Infrastructure Sidewalks 25% 24% Phase 1 focuses on the improving the quality of sidewalks and intersections along Main Street. Improvements include: □ Widening sidewalks to 8 -10 feet □ A 4 foot wide landscape amenity strip at curb, for future lighting and planters □ Bump outs at intersections □ Pedestrian lighting Main Street What would make Platteville a more attractive place □ Shade trees As new development occurs in Platteville over time, to visit/live/work? what are the desired land uses? Phase 2 improvements build on making downtown Platteville No New Development more attractive to pedestrians and retail development: Should Occur 8% □ Banners, benches, and beautification Local Jobs Industrial 8% □ Redevelopment infill 20% Commercial □ Signage and branding Clean up Residential Office 12% □ Plaza and splash pads 20% More Business Commercial Retail Intersection paving □ 60% Residential 52% □ Added parking lots 24% □ Sidewalks & lights on Marion Avenue □ Possible Marion Ave Plaza East of Main St. Preliminary Downtown Streetscape Design

31 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 8 SURVEY RESULTS PLAN THEME: SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

KEY STRATEGY PRIORITY ACTIONS

Infrastructure Planning □ Update the Capital Improvements Plan to prioritize improvements within the Stable Urban area. What types of commercial uses are needed in Utilize public improvements as incentives to achieve What types of housing are needed in Platteville? Platteville? the level, location, intensity, and type of development □ Update Chapter 17 Subdivision Regulations to require Attached Home Mobile Homes 2% the Town desires. the installation of oversized infrastructure tied to (Duplex/Paired) 9% Office 6% No More Business is Needed 2% reimbursement by subsequent development in the Industrial 7% Developing Urban area. No More Housing is Needed 12% Water System □ Work with the Civil Resources engineering firm to implement a Water Supply Plan. Single Family Homes 43% Regional Retail/ Make improvements to the Town’s water system Townhomes National Chain Stores Neighborhood 15% 26% Shops/ Restaurants necessary to address existing deficiencies and □ Prepare a water distribution system master plan and 59% integrate identified water system improvement priorities Apartments accommodate future development. 19% into the Capital Improvements Plan.

Wastewater System □ Review and update the 2010 Wastewater Utility Plan and work with CDPHE to identify and address state permitting Make improvements to the Town’s wastewater requirements and future growth needs. system necessary to address existing deficiencies and accommodate future development. □ Improve the wastewater treatment plant’s lagoon system to comply with CDPHE limits. Do you agree or disagree with this Vision Statement from the 2010 Platteville Comprehensive Plan: Stormwater System □ Integrate the recommendations of the 2016 Storm Drainage Master Plan into the Capital Improvements “We are committed to growing with a full appreciation Make improvements to the Town’s storm drainage Plan. of our location and heritage which include agricultural system necessary to address existing deficiencies and oil and gas exploration and support services” accommodate future development. Should Platteville annex more land for:

Public Safety □ Coordinate the update of the Capital Improvements Plan Housing Disagree with the Platteville/Gilcrest Fire District for the Town’s law 18% 15% enforcement and emergency services. Protection of Open Continue the established mutual-aid agreements and Spaces between other cooperative efforts among fire protection and Commercial Uses Communities Agree emergency service districts, municipalities, and other 39% 43% 85% entities to provide affordable and efficient services.

9 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 30 PLAN THEME: SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY VISION

GUIDING PRINCIPLE VISION FOR THE FUTURE Provide public services and infrastructure in a cost-effective manner that accommodates new growth while The Platteville community seeks orderly and sustainable growth, while preserving Town traditions and the small town lifestyle. enhancing Platteville’s quality of life. The community is committed to fostering a strong local economy and wishes to develop into a full-service community given its easy access to DIA and I-25. BACKGROUND Platteville is known and wishes to continue the tradition as a Town where citizens can live, work, and run a business in a safe Town services include administration, finance, utility billing, Platteville’s major stormwater system consists of a connected environment. The old town area serves and should continue to serve as a center for the community, providing churches, parks, police, municipal court, planning, recreation and public series of pipes that are located in Grand Avenue from Main ball fields, library, museums, and Town Hall. For a town of its size, there are ample recreational opportunities for all ages, which works. The Public Works Department is responsible for Street to a point just west of the Farmers Independent Ditch. the community wishes to enhance as it develops. maintenance of streets and sidewalks, water and sewer Storm water flows in an open channel to the South Platte systems, parks, and the Mizpah Cemetery. The transportation River. The stormwater system in Grand Avenue ranges system is discussed on page 25. Parks and recreation facilities from 24-inch to 48-inch diameter reinforced concrete pipe. are described on page 33. This plan theme focuses primarily Platteville completed a Storm Drainage Master Plan (SDMP) on the Town’s water, wastewater and drainage systems. in 2016. The newly completed SDMP does not address the special flood hazard areas or 100-year flood plain of the South Platteville’s water service is subject to the Water Service Platte River. It does assess current drainage conditions and Agreement between the Town and the Central Weld County provides short and long term recommendations regarding Water District (CWCWD). The Town owns sufficient water needs, cost and priorities associated with storm drainage We are committed to growing shares of Colorado-Big Thompson project water to meet its improvements and future development. and being innovative, contractual requirements with CWCWD. Platteville receives its potable water from CWCWD through a master meter. The The purpose of the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan is to collaborative and creative Town’s water distribution system consists of 4-inch, 6-inch, identify and monitor revenue sources in order to provide with a full appreciation of 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch waterlines. Storage is provided funding for various infrastructure projects and assets. The our location and heritage in a 0.50 million gallon and a 1.0-million gallon steel tanks Board of Trustees and management staff identify and located at the cemetery. incorporate prioritized projects into the annual budget which include agriculture and process. The revenue sources to fund these projects include energy production support The North Front Range Water Quality Planning Association but are not limited to: Use Tax Fund, Park Impact Fund, (NFRWQPA) has the responsibility of developing the Area Storm Drainage Impact Fund, Transportation Impact Fund, services. Wide Water Quality Management Plan (also referred to as the Police Impact Fund, Public Facilities Impact Fund, Sidewalk 208 plan). The 208 Wastewater Utility Service Area (WUSA) Maintenance Fund, Overweight/Oversize Vehicle Fund, boundary outlines the areas for which Platteville will be Conservation Trust fund, Veterans Memorial Fund, Law responsible to provide wastewater service in the foreseeable Enforcement Equipment & Training Fund and Grant Funding future. Platteville is identified as part of the Platteville-St. Sources. PRINCIPLES Vrain Sanitation District Coordination Area in the 208 Plan. The following are guiding principles for each of the Plan’s seven plan themes: In May 2012, the Town received approval from NFRWQPA for a plan amendment which acknowledged the shared area ENVIRONMENT SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE between the Town and the St. Vrain Sanitation District, as well Protect and enhance Platteville’s natural environment Provide public services and infrastructure in a cost-effective as expanded the Town’s overall WUSA boundary. Platteville’s and scenic beauty of the town and surrounding area, with manner that accommodates new growth while enhancing Urban Growth Area boundary is substantially consistent with particular emphasis on the South Platte River Corridor. Platteville’s quality of life. the amended WUSA boundary. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY CHARACTER Platteville’s wastewater collection system delivers wastewater Attract and retain a broad range of commercial and industrial Foster community pride and establish a strong sense to the Town’s treatment facility located at Weld County businesses that provide local employment opportunities and of place by preserving cultural resources, enhancing Road 32-1/2 and Sterkel Boulevard. The wastewater system meet the needs of Platteville residents. Platteville’s image and revitalizing its downtown core. consists of gravity sewer lines and three lift stations, and is at or near capacity in several locations. In 2010 the Town GROWTH MANAGEMENT PARKS AND RECREATION completed a Utility Plan that outlines the approach the town Retain Platteville’s small town, rural character by guiding Provide a coordinated and continuous system of parks, will take to address future needs. It is anticipated that the growth and new development into appropriate locations trails, and recreation that serves the present and future lagoon system at the treatment facility will not meet effluent while maintaining distinct community edges with abundant needs of Platteville residents. ammonia permit limits at the next permit renewal cycle open lands. which should be 5 years. The Town is considering interim measures to improve lagoon performance. TRANSPORTATION Provide for an efficient, safe, continuous and connected transportation system.

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GUIDING PRINCIPLE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 4. Evaluate annexations based upon their impact on Retain Platteville’s small town, rural character by guiding growth and new development into appropriate This land use district is intended to promote the the local tax base and value to the residents of the locations while maintaining distinct community edges with abundant open lands. development of local employment and commercial services. community. Uses appropriate for this land use classification include: oil and gas support services, light manufacturing, research and The annexation of county roads would involve costs BACKGROUND development facilities, repair and equipment shops, office/ associated with future road maintenance, whereas The Planning Areas map (Map 3) establishes four planning PLANNING AREA 3: RURAL PROTECTION warehouse facilities, auto service and repair, and home annexations of SH 60, 66 and US 85 would still be areas: Stable Urban, Developing Urban, Rural Protection, and Planning Area 3 is primarily comprised of agricultural land building support services. maintained by CDOT. A fiscal impact analysis is Environmental Constrained. These planning areas form the holdings and some existing large lot residences. The Rural recommended when considering any annexation core of the Plan and are described as follows: Protection area is characterized by its rural lifestyle, vast ANNEXATION POLICIES petition. open spaces and mountain vistas. While most of this area is The following seven annexation policies are intended to PLANNING AREA 1: STABLE URBAN currently unincorporated, people living here tend to identify ensure the logical extension of the Town boundaries, so that 5. Plan for and guide the timing and suitability of Planning Area 1 is comprised of the majority of land within as belonging to the Platteville community. It is intended Platteville will expand in a directed and fiscally sound manner development outside the Town boundaries through the Platteville municipal boundaries. The Stable Urban area is to serve as a community separator, with limited extension while maintaining separation between area communities. annexation guidelines and intergovernmental characterized by the location of Platteville’s economic center of municipal infrastructure and services. Annexation and agreements with Weld County and all communities and historic downtown core, and the availability of municipal recommendations for future land use is guided by the Three 1. Promote new development and redevelopment on within the area so that development will be compatible services and infrastructure. Existing and future land use is Mile Area Plan (pages 21-24). already annexed and underdeveloped land within the with Platteville‘s standards and policies. guided by the Town’s Official Zoning Map and development existing Town limits. regulations. A downtown study completed concurrent with PLANNING AREA 4: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINED The negotiation of an IGA with the Town of Firestone this Plan update provides recommendations for streetscape Planning Area 4 is comprised of the designated one-hundred With less than 40% of Platteville’s incorporated area that establishes planning and annexation parameters - improvements and pedestrian connections. year flood plains for the South Platte and St. Vrain rivers, and currently built-out, there is available residential, similar to existing IGA’s with Mead, Milliken, Gilcrest and land east of the Platteville Canal/Ditch that is topographically commercial and industrial zoned land within existing Fort Lupton - would provide a complete set of regional PLANNING AREA 2: DEVELOPING URBAN constrained. Like Planning Area 3, the majority of the Town limits. municipal planning coordination tools. Planning Area 2 is comprised of areas where future urban Environmental Constrained area is rural in character, with growth and development is desired, either contiguous to limited services and no planned extension of municipal 2. Undertake complete, or at least phase the annexation of 6. Base approval of annexation proposals on a cost-benefit Planning Area 1 along the US 85 corridor or in concentrated infrastructure. These planning areas represent significant enclaves and other areas that are largely surrounded by analysis. An increased tax base shall not be the sole nodes along the SH 66 corridor. The Developing Urban value to current and future residents in terms of open space, the Town in order to avoid the problems associated with determinant, but shall be a major objective in ensuring areas are characterized by their contiguity with the Stable trail systems, passive recreation, flood control, water quality different law enforcement agencies responding to calls, services and facilities desired by Platteville citizens that Urban area and associated proximity to the potential and water supply. Annexation and recommendations for different zoning requirements, and provision of water are financially supported and achieve stated land use future extension of municipal infrastructure and services. future land use is guided by the Three Mile Area Plan (pages and sewer service. policies. Annexation and recommendations for future land use is 21-24). guided by the Three Mile Area Plan (pages 21-24). There are currently at least four unincorporated enclaves Typically the annexation of property that has potential As this Plan is advisory only, its successful implementation that have been surrounded by Town boundaries for for commercial and/or industrial development will is largely dependent on enforcing the Town’s land use at least three years. Three years is the minimum time provide a greater cost benefit to the Town than the regulations, which include Chapter 14 Flood Damage requirement that a municipality may unilaterally annex annexation of agricultural or residential properties. Prevention, Chapter 15 Annexation, Chapter 16 Zoning and an enclave without property owner consent. Certain annexations should be considered for long-term Chapter 17 Subdivision. strategic positioning, e.g., the annexation of an individual 3. Strategic annexations are encouraged, if such annexations agricultural property via a “flagpole” would not be a net provide greater land use control to the Town of Platteville gain in terms of the Town’s tax base, yet may lead to and protect the Town‘s growth options. future annexations that collectively would result in a net gain to the Town’s tax base. The annexation of properties along SH 66 and into the southwest portion of the Town’s UGA would, in the 7. All annexations shall continue to be accompanied by absence of an IGA with the Town of Firestone, serve to an annexation agreement ensuring that the annexation secure the Town’s Urban Growth boundary. pays its own way and does not burden current taxpayers.

Pre-annexation agreements can be customized for individual property owners. Annexation agreements provide the ability to incentivize annexation, often with zoning designation and the timing for service provision key elements of negotiation.

17 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 22 THREE MILE AREA PLAN PLAN THEME: GROWTH MANAGEMENT

INTRODUCTION Annexation of unincorporated land into an incorporated OPEN SPACES, PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS ISSUE & KEY STRATEGY PRIORITY ACTIONS municipality is an agreement between a willing land owner Open space includes land areas that due to their and a willing local government. Exceptions may include environmental constraints are very unlikely to develop, Managing Growth □ Update the annexation purpose statements in Chapter either 1) single parcels that are eligible for annexation as including lands that are within the defined floodplain where 15 Annexation to reflect the intent of the four Planning an enclave, or 2) multiple parcels that are subject to an there is evidence of significant riparian habitat. Park and Encourage new growth and development in Areas. annexation election. In most cases the Town is approached recreational facilities such as playgrounds are proposed in conformance with the Planning Areas Map. by a land owner interested in annexation to Platteville. close proximity to established residential neighborhoods, □ Update the zoning district objectives in Chapter 16 Motivations typically include access to the Town’s water schools and cultural facilities and/or pedestrian ways and Zoning Regulations to reflect the intent of the four system, obtaining other municipal services, and the potential trails. Planning Areas. for higher density or intensity of property development. An annexation petition is submitted, often with a pre-annexation PROPOSED LAND USE □ Update the subdivision purpose statements in Chapter agreement negotiated in advance. The technical process of The proposed land use for the Three-Mile Plan Area is 17 Subdivision Regulations to reflect the intent of the annexation is governed by procedures contained in state classified into the following ten categories: four Planning Areas. statute. Intergovernmental Coordination □ Negotiate an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with AGRICULTURE/HOLDING Firestone. The Town of Platteville Three-Mile Area Plan is prepared to The Agricultural/Holding land use classification is intended Coordinate with adjacent local government comply with C.R.S. 31-12-105(1)(e)(I), as follows: to encourage the sustainability of the regional agricultural jurisdictions on municipal boundaries, plan and □ Monitor and update existing IGA’s with Weld County, and energy economy, discourage leapfrog development and development referrals, community open space Gilcrest, Milliken, Mead and Fort Lupton as needed. …Prior to the completion of any annexation within the ensure that land develops in a systematic and cost conscious separation, and other matters of mutual concern. three-mile area, the municipality shall have in place a plan for manner. Non-agricultural or non-energy uses and densities that area, which generally describes the proposed location, for this land will be re-examined if and when urban levels character, and extent of streets, subways, bridges, waterways, of service can serve the land designated as Agricultural/ Annexation □ Annex lands as needed to protect the Town’s UGA. waterfronts, parkways, playgrounds, squares, parks, aviation Holding. Prior to annexation, the concept is to allow one fields, other public ways, grounds, open spaces, public utilities, dwelling unit per existing parcel. Encourage strategic annexations that provide greater □ Annex lands within the Developing Urban Area along and terminals for water, light, sanitation, transportation, and land use control and protect the Town‘s growth the US 85 corridor to expand the Town’s tax base. power to be provided by the municipality and the proposed ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSTRAINED RESIDENTIAL/ options. land uses for the area. Such plan shall be updated at least RECREATION □ Evaluate annexing enclaves and other areas that are once annually…” The ECRR category represents land that is currently within largely surrounded by the Town. the designated floodplain but does not include lands with Land Use □ Update the district use regulations in Chapter 16 LOCATION, EXTENT AND CHARACTER OF THREE-MILE significant riparian habitat. Intensive development is unlikely Zoning Regulations as needed to foster compatible land AREA due to the extent of the floodplain, but with careful planning, Encourage quality land development appropriate to development. The proposed location, extent and character of relevant plan there may be portions of this designated flood plain that each Planning Area. components include but are not limited to: can be developed at a very low density and can provide a □ Update the design standards in Chapter 17 Subdivision valuable open space while protecting the floodplain. Regulations as needed to foster quality land development. STREETS Proposed street improvements within the Three-Mile Area are RESIDENTIAL □ Establish rural development design standards to promote identified in three recently completed studies that address The Residential category is established to provide areas in large lot residential growth. transportation needs: the Platteville Comprehensive Plan, the the community where residential development is desired. 2040 Regional Transportation Plan, the US Highway 85 Access This land use designation is designed to promote a range of □ Update the sign regulations in Chapter 16 Zoning Control Plan and the Weld County 2035 Transportation Plan. housing types and densities, located off collector streets and Regulations to be legally compliant with content- Specific improvements include an intersection redesign at in close proximity to the regional and local trail system. neutrality standards. SH 60 and US 85, and several proposed major and minor collector streets. COMMERCIAL This land use classification is intended to accommodate UTILITIES retail establishments such as a grocery store, pharmacy, Platteville receives its potable water from Central Weld franchise restaurants, and professional services. These areas County Water District. Based on an analysis by KBN Engineers, may accommodate small to mid-size shopping centers the Town “appears to have sufficient water” to meet demand. that provide a mixture of goods, services, and employment The wastewater collection system in Platteville is at or near opportunities for residents of the area. Larger retail centers capacity in several locations. Proposed wastewater system should be located in close proximity to US 85 and SH 60, as improvements are identified in the Platteville Waste Water this type of retail development generates a high number of Utility Master Plan. vehicle trips and can serve the residents of the area as well as the traveling public.

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INTRODUCTION Annexation of unincorporated land into an incorporated OPEN SPACES, PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS ISSUE & KEY STRATEGY PRIORITY ACTIONS municipality is an agreement between a willing land owner Open space includes land areas that due to their and a willing local government. Exceptions may include environmental constraints are very unlikely to develop, Managing Growth □ Update the annexation purpose statements in Chapter either 1) single parcels that are eligible for annexation as including lands that are within the defined floodplain where 15 Annexation to reflect the intent of the four Planning an enclave, or 2) multiple parcels that are subject to an there is evidence of significant riparian habitat. Park and Encourage new growth and development in Areas. annexation election. In most cases the Town is approached recreational facilities such as playgrounds are proposed in conformance with the Planning Areas Map. by a land owner interested in annexation to Platteville. close proximity to established residential neighborhoods, □ Update the zoning district objectives in Chapter 16 Motivations typically include access to the Town’s water schools and cultural facilities and/or pedestrian ways and Zoning Regulations to reflect the intent of the four system, obtaining other municipal services, and the potential trails. Planning Areas. for higher density or intensity of property development. An annexation petition is submitted, often with a pre-annexation PROPOSED LAND USE □ Update the subdivision purpose statements in Chapter agreement negotiated in advance. The technical process of The proposed land use for the Three-Mile Plan Area is 17 Subdivision Regulations to reflect the intent of the annexation is governed by procedures contained in state classified into the following ten categories: four Planning Areas. statute. Intergovernmental Coordination □ Negotiate an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with AGRICULTURE/HOLDING Firestone. The Town of Platteville Three-Mile Area Plan is prepared to The Agricultural/Holding land use classification is intended Coordinate with adjacent local government comply with C.R.S. 31-12-105(1)(e)(I), as follows: to encourage the sustainability of the regional agricultural jurisdictions on municipal boundaries, plan and □ Monitor and update existing IGA’s with Weld County, and energy economy, discourage leapfrog development and development referrals, community open space Gilcrest, Milliken, Mead and Fort Lupton as needed. …Prior to the completion of any annexation within the ensure that land develops in a systematic and cost conscious separation, and other matters of mutual concern. three-mile area, the municipality shall have in place a plan for manner. Non-agricultural or non-energy uses and densities that area, which generally describes the proposed location, for this land will be re-examined if and when urban levels character, and extent of streets, subways, bridges, waterways, of service can serve the land designated as Agricultural/ Annexation □ Annex lands as needed to protect the Town’s UGA. waterfronts, parkways, playgrounds, squares, parks, aviation Holding. Prior to annexation, the concept is to allow one fields, other public ways, grounds, open spaces, public utilities, dwelling unit per existing parcel. Encourage strategic annexations that provide greater □ Annex lands within the Developing Urban Area along and terminals for water, light, sanitation, transportation, and land use control and protect the Town‘s growth the US 85 corridor to expand the Town’s tax base. power to be provided by the municipality and the proposed ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSTRAINED RESIDENTIAL/ options. land uses for the area. Such plan shall be updated at least RECREATION □ Evaluate annexing enclaves and other areas that are once annually…” The ECRR category represents land that is currently within largely surrounded by the Town. the designated floodplain but does not include lands with Land Use □ Update the district use regulations in Chapter 16 LOCATION, EXTENT AND CHARACTER OF THREE-MILE significant riparian habitat. Intensive development is unlikely Zoning Regulations as needed to foster compatible land AREA due to the extent of the floodplain, but with careful planning, Encourage quality land development appropriate to development. The proposed location, extent and character of relevant plan there may be portions of this designated flood plain that each Planning Area. components include but are not limited to: can be developed at a very low density and can provide a □ Update the design standards in Chapter 17 Subdivision valuable open space while protecting the floodplain. Regulations as needed to foster quality land development. STREETS Proposed street improvements within the Three-Mile Area are RESIDENTIAL □ Establish rural development design standards to promote identified in three recently completed studies that address The Residential category is established to provide areas in large lot residential growth. transportation needs: the Platteville Comprehensive Plan, the the community where residential development is desired. 2040 Regional Transportation Plan, the US Highway 85 Access This land use designation is designed to promote a range of □ Update the sign regulations in Chapter 16 Zoning Control Plan and the Weld County 2035 Transportation Plan. housing types and densities, located off collector streets and Regulations to be legally compliant with content- Specific improvements include an intersection redesign at in close proximity to the regional and local trail system. neutrality standards. SH 60 and US 85, and several proposed major and minor collector streets. COMMERCIAL This land use classification is intended to accommodate UTILITIES retail establishments such as a grocery store, pharmacy, Platteville receives its potable water from Central Weld franchise restaurants, and professional services. These areas County Water District. Based on an analysis by KBN Engineers, may accommodate small to mid-size shopping centers the Town “appears to have sufficient water” to meet demand. that provide a mixture of goods, services, and employment The wastewater collection system in Platteville is at or near opportunities for residents of the area. Larger retail centers capacity in several locations. Proposed wastewater system should be located in close proximity to US 85 and SH 60, as improvements are identified in the Platteville Waste Water this type of retail development generates a high number of Utility Master Plan. vehicle trips and can serve the residents of the area as well as the traveling public.

21 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 18 PLAN THEME: GROWTH MANAGEMENT THREE MILE AREA PLAN

GUIDING PRINCIPLE COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL 4. Evaluate annexations based upon their impact on Retain Platteville’s small town, rural character by guiding growth and new development into appropriate This land use district is intended to promote the the local tax base and value to the residents of the locations while maintaining distinct community edges with abundant open lands. development of local employment and commercial services. community. Uses appropriate for this land use classification include: oil and gas support services, light manufacturing, research and The annexation of county roads would involve costs BACKGROUND development facilities, repair and equipment shops, office/ associated with future road maintenance, whereas The Planning Areas map (Map 3) establishes four planning PLANNING AREA 3: RURAL PROTECTION warehouse facilities, auto service and repair, and home annexations of SH 60, 66 and US 85 would still be areas: Stable Urban, Developing Urban, Rural Protection, and Planning Area 3 is primarily comprised of agricultural land building support services. maintained by CDOT. A fiscal impact analysis is Environmental Constrained. These planning areas form the holdings and some existing large lot residences. The Rural recommended when considering any annexation core of the Plan and are described as follows: Protection area is characterized by its rural lifestyle, vast ANNEXATION POLICIES petition. open spaces and mountain vistas. While most of this area is The following seven annexation policies are intended to PLANNING AREA 1: STABLE URBAN currently unincorporated, people living here tend to identify ensure the logical extension of the Town boundaries, so that 5. Plan for and guide the timing and suitability of Planning Area 1 is comprised of the majority of land within as belonging to the Platteville community. It is intended Platteville will expand in a directed and fiscally sound manner development outside the Town boundaries through the Platteville municipal boundaries. The Stable Urban area is to serve as a community separator, with limited extension while maintaining separation between area communities. annexation guidelines and intergovernmental characterized by the location of Platteville’s economic center of municipal infrastructure and services. Annexation and agreements with Weld County and all communities and historic downtown core, and the availability of municipal recommendations for future land use is guided by the Three 1. Promote new development and redevelopment on within the area so that development will be compatible services and infrastructure. Existing and future land use is Mile Area Plan (pages 21-24). already annexed and underdeveloped land within the with Platteville‘s standards and policies. guided by the Town’s Official Zoning Map and development existing Town limits. regulations. A downtown study completed concurrent with PLANNING AREA 4: ENVIRONMENTAL CONSTRAINED The negotiation of an IGA with the Town of Firestone this Plan update provides recommendations for streetscape Planning Area 4 is comprised of the designated one-hundred With less than 40% of Platteville’s incorporated area that establishes planning and annexation parameters - improvements and pedestrian connections. year flood plains for the South Platte and St. Vrain rivers, and currently built-out, there is available residential, similar to existing IGA’s with Mead, Milliken, Gilcrest and land east of the Platteville Canal/Ditch that is topographically commercial and industrial zoned land within existing Fort Lupton - would provide a complete set of regional PLANNING AREA 2: DEVELOPING URBAN constrained. Like Planning Area 3, the majority of the Town limits. municipal planning coordination tools. Planning Area 2 is comprised of areas where future urban Environmental Constrained area is rural in character, with growth and development is desired, either contiguous to limited services and no planned extension of municipal 2. Undertake complete, or at least phase the annexation of 6. Base approval of annexation proposals on a cost-benefit Planning Area 1 along the US 85 corridor or in concentrated infrastructure. These planning areas represent significant enclaves and other areas that are largely surrounded by analysis. An increased tax base shall not be the sole nodes along the SH 66 corridor. The Developing Urban value to current and future residents in terms of open space, the Town in order to avoid the problems associated with determinant, but shall be a major objective in ensuring areas are characterized by their contiguity with the Stable trail systems, passive recreation, flood control, water quality different law enforcement agencies responding to calls, services and facilities desired by Platteville citizens that Urban area and associated proximity to the potential and water supply. Annexation and recommendations for different zoning requirements, and provision of water are financially supported and achieve stated land use future extension of municipal infrastructure and services. future land use is guided by the Three Mile Area Plan (pages and sewer service. policies. Annexation and recommendations for future land use is 21-24). guided by the Three Mile Area Plan (pages 21-24). There are currently at least four unincorporated enclaves Typically the annexation of property that has potential As this Plan is advisory only, its successful implementation that have been surrounded by Town boundaries for for commercial and/or industrial development will is largely dependent on enforcing the Town’s land use at least three years. Three years is the minimum time provide a greater cost benefit to the Town than the regulations, which include Chapter 14 Flood Damage requirement that a municipality may unilaterally annex annexation of agricultural or residential properties. Prevention, Chapter 15 Annexation, Chapter 16 Zoning and an enclave without property owner consent. Certain annexations should be considered for long-term Chapter 17 Subdivision. strategic positioning, e.g., the annexation of an individual 3. Strategic annexations are encouraged, if such annexations agricultural property via a “flagpole” would not be a net provide greater land use control to the Town of Platteville gain in terms of the Town’s tax base, yet may lead to and protect the Town‘s growth options. future annexations that collectively would result in a net gain to the Town’s tax base. The annexation of properties along SH 66 and into the southwest portion of the Town’s UGA would, in the 7. All annexations shall continue to be accompanied by absence of an IGA with the Town of Firestone, serve to an annexation agreement ensuring that the annexation secure the Town’s Urban Growth boundary. pays its own way and does not burden current taxpayers.

Pre-annexation agreements can be customized for individual property owners. Annexation agreements provide the ability to incentivize annexation, often with zoning designation and the timing for service provision key elements of negotiation.

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PLAN THEME: TRANSPORTATION

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Map 2 a street plan for up to CR-25.5 three miles outside the Town SH 60, and SH 66. Improvements for these highways are boundaries. The Three Mile Street Plan (Map 5) recommends identified in theDD State Transportation Improvement Program 3000 the extension and improvement of Platteville’s existing (STIP). The 2040DD Regional Transportation Plan for the Upper

system of roads and highways to provide a hierarchical grid Front Range TransportationDD Planning Region identifies US 85

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DD

automobiles from neighborhood to neighborhood, from 85 frontage road in Platteville is ranked 4th, and is estimated 0

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PLAN THEME: SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY VISION

GUIDING PRINCIPLE VISION FOR THE FUTURE Provide public services and infrastructure in a cost-effective manner that accommodates new growth while The Platteville community seeks orderly and sustainable growth, while preserving Town traditions and the small town lifestyle. enhancing Platteville’s quality of life. The community is committed to fostering a strong local economy and wishes to develop into a full-service community given its easy access to DIA and I-25. BACKGROUND Platteville is known and wishes to continue the tradition as a Town where citizens can live, work, and run a business in a safe Town services include administration, finance, utility billing, Platteville’s major stormwater system consists of a connected environment. The old town area serves and should continue to serve as a center for the community, providing churches, parks, police, municipal court, planning, recreation and public series of pipes that are located in Grand Avenue from Main ball fields, library, museums, and Town Hall. For a town of its size, there are ample recreational opportunities for all ages, which works. The Public Works Department is responsible for Street to a point just west of the Farmers Independent Ditch. the community wishes to enhance as it develops. maintenance of streets and sidewalks, water and sewer Storm water flows in an open channel to the South Platte systems, parks, and the Mizpah Cemetery. The transportation River. The stormwater system in Grand Avenue ranges system is discussed on page 25. Parks and recreation facilities from 24-inch to 48-inch diameter reinforced concrete pipe. are described on page 33. This plan theme focuses primarily Platteville completed a Storm Drainage Master Plan (SDMP) on the Town’s water, wastewater and drainage systems. in 2016. The newly completed SDMP does not address the special flood hazard areas or 100-year flood plain of the South Platteville’s water service is subject to the Water Service Platte River. It does assess current drainage conditions and Agreement between the Town and the Central Weld County provides short and long term recommendations regarding Water District (CWCWD). The Town owns sufficient water needs, cost and priorities associated with storm drainage We are committed to growing shares of Colorado-Big Thompson project water to meet its improvements and future development. and being innovative, contractual requirements with CWCWD. Platteville receives its potable water from CWCWD through a master meter. The The purpose of the Town’s Capital Improvement Plan is to collaborative and creative Town’s water distribution system consists of 4-inch, 6-inch, identify and monitor revenue sources in order to provide with a full appreciation of 8-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch waterlines. Storage is provided funding for various infrastructure projects and assets. The our location and heritage in a 0.50 million gallon and a 1.0-million gallon steel tanks Board of Trustees and management staff identify and located at the cemetery. incorporate prioritized projects into the annual budget which include agriculture and process. The revenue sources to fund these projects include energy production support The North Front Range Water Quality Planning Association but are not limited to: Use Tax Fund, Park Impact Fund, (NFRWQPA) has the responsibility of developing the Area Storm Drainage Impact Fund, Transportation Impact Fund, services. Wide Water Quality Management Plan (also referred to as the Police Impact Fund, Public Facilities Impact Fund, Sidewalk 208 plan). The 208 Wastewater Utility Service Area (WUSA) Maintenance Fund, Overweight/Oversize Vehicle Fund, boundary outlines the areas for which Platteville will be Conservation Trust fund, Veterans Memorial Fund, Law responsible to provide wastewater service in the foreseeable Enforcement Equipment & Training Fund and Grant Funding future. Platteville is identified as part of the Platteville-St. Sources. PRINCIPLES Vrain Sanitation District Coordination Area in the 208 Plan. The following are guiding principles for each of the Plan’s seven plan themes: In May 2012, the Town received approval from NFRWQPA for a plan amendment which acknowledged the shared area ENVIRONMENT SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE between the Town and the St. Vrain Sanitation District, as well Protect and enhance Platteville’s natural environment Provide public services and infrastructure in a cost-effective as expanded the Town’s overall WUSA boundary. Platteville’s and scenic beauty of the town and surrounding area, with manner that accommodates new growth while enhancing Urban Growth Area boundary is substantially consistent with particular emphasis on the South Platte River Corridor. Platteville’s quality of life. the amended WUSA boundary. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY CHARACTER Platteville’s wastewater collection system delivers wastewater Attract and retain a broad range of commercial and industrial Foster community pride and establish a strong sense to the Town’s treatment facility located at Weld County businesses that provide local employment opportunities and of place by preserving cultural resources, enhancing Road 32-1/2 and Sterkel Boulevard. The wastewater system meet the needs of Platteville residents. Platteville’s image and revitalizing its downtown core. consists of gravity sewer lines and three lift stations, and is at or near capacity in several locations. In 2010 the Town GROWTH MANAGEMENT PARKS AND RECREATION completed a Utility Plan that outlines the approach the town Retain Platteville’s small town, rural character by guiding Provide a coordinated and continuous system of parks, will take to address future needs. It is anticipated that the growth and new development into appropriate locations trails, and recreation that serves the present and future lagoon system at the treatment facility will not meet effluent while maintaining distinct community edges with abundant needs of Platteville residents. ammonia permit limits at the next permit renewal cycle open lands. which should be 5 years. The Town is considering interim measures to improve lagoon performance. TRANSPORTATION Provide for an efficient, safe, continuous and connected transportation system.

29 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 10 SURVEY RESULTS PLAN THEME: SERVICES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

KEY STRATEGY PRIORITY ACTIONS

Infrastructure Planning □ Update the Capital Improvements Plan to prioritize improvements within the Stable Urban area. What types of commercial uses are needed in Utilize public improvements as incentives to achieve What types of housing are needed in Platteville? Platteville? the level, location, intensity, and type of development □ Update Chapter 17 Subdivision Regulations to require Attached Home Mobile Homes 2% the Town desires. the installation of oversized infrastructure tied to (Duplex/Paired) 9% Office 6% No More Business is Needed 2% reimbursement by subsequent development in the Industrial 7% Developing Urban area. No More Housing is Needed 12% Water System □ Work with the Civil Resources engineering firm to implement a Water Supply Plan. Single Family Homes 43% Regional Retail/ Make improvements to the Town’s water system Townhomes National Chain Stores Neighborhood 15% 26% Shops/ Restaurants necessary to address existing deficiencies and □ Prepare a water distribution system master plan and 59% integrate identified water system improvement priorities Apartments accommodate future development. 19% into the Capital Improvements Plan.

Wastewater System □ Review and update the 2010 Wastewater Utility Plan and work with CDPHE to identify and address state permitting Make improvements to the Town’s wastewater requirements and future growth needs. system necessary to address existing deficiencies and accommodate future development. □ Improve the wastewater treatment plant’s lagoon system to comply with CDPHE limits. Do you agree or disagree with this Vision Statement from the 2010 Platteville Comprehensive Plan: Stormwater System □ Integrate the recommendations of the 2016 Storm Drainage Master Plan into the Capital Improvements “We are committed to growing with a full appreciation Make improvements to the Town’s storm drainage Plan. of our location and heritage which include agricultural system necessary to address existing deficiencies and oil and gas exploration and support services” accommodate future development. Should Platteville annex more land for:

Public Safety □ Coordinate the update of the Capital Improvements Plan Housing Disagree with the Platteville/Gilcrest Fire District for the Town’s law 18% 15% enforcement and emergency services. Protection of Open Continue the established mutual-aid agreements and Spaces between other cooperative efforts among fire protection and Commercial Uses Communities Agree emergency service districts, municipalities, and other 39% 43% 85% entities to provide affordable and efficient services.

9 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 30 PLAN THEME: COMMUNITY CHARACTER SURVEY RESULTS

GUIDING PRINCIPLE What are the most desirable features of Platteville Foster community pride and establish a strong sense of place by preserving cultural resources, enhancing today? Thing thing I like best about Platteville is: Platteville’s image and revitalizing its downtown core. Existing Amenities/ Dollar General/Little Traffic/History Silver Spur/Clean/Museum/ Stores 5% Old Town/Recreation/Scenic/ Library 4% Train/Go home for lunch/ Quiet Place/Library Affordable Housing/Schools 2% Current Project/Everbridge 1% BACKGROUND 8% Post Office/Growing/ Parks 5% Platteville was founded in 1871, after the Denver Pacific Museum 6% Town Manager/Trees 1% Railroad arrived. The community’s origins can be traced back Central Location Small Town 13% Atmosphere even further to the 1830’s with the establishment of nearby 35% Fort Vasquez, an important fur trading post. The South Platte Central Location Quiet/Safe 9% Small Town River’s fertile valley initially provided for potato farming Friendly People 15% Parks 49% People/Community and continues with cattle and poultry raising. Platteville’s 43% agricultural heritage is memorialized at the Platteville Pioneer 20% Museum and celebrated during the annual Harvest Daze event.

Retaining a small town atmosphere is a core value of Platteville’s residents. Physical attributes that contribute to Platteville’s small town atmosphere include surrounding agricultural lands, mountain vistas, clean air, quiet What are the least desirable features of Platteville The thing I would most like to change about Platteville neighborhoods and a compact downtown. Enhancing Marion Avenue Platteville’s identity and improving the quality of residential today? is: neighborhoods and the downtown core were key issues Traffic/Utility Too Many No River Access/Economic Outdoor Activities/ School/River Access/Upgrade Storm Rates 4% Cops 2% Limitation/Growth/ Trails 7% Drain/Mail Delivery/Gas Station/Motel/ identified during the Plan update. Hwy 66 Intersection/ More Rental Options/Community Garden/ Nothing to Do Distance to Medical Care/ Reliance on Oil & Gas/Train Traffic 1% 5% Feedlot Odors/Flies 1% Truck Traffic 9% Concurrent with the preparation of this Plan, several Downtown University of Colorado students from the Colorado Center for 11% NoLack More of Amenities Housing Clean up Town/ More Business/Grocery/ Community Developments’ University Technical Assistance is Needed33% Appearance of Restaurants/Gyms (UTA) program prepared preliminary designs for improving Unkempt 12% Old Town 41% Properties 18% Upgrade and the visual appearance of downtown Platteville. Two phases 19% Lack of Maintain Street/ of improvements were identified: Infrastructure Sidewalks 25% 24% Phase 1 focuses on the improving the quality of sidewalks and intersections along Main Street. Improvements include: □ Widening sidewalks to 8 -10 feet □ A 4 foot wide landscape amenity strip at curb, for future lighting and planters □ Bump outs at intersections □ Pedestrian lighting Main Street What would make Platteville a more attractive place □ Shade trees As new development occurs in Platteville over time, to visit/live/work? what are the desired land uses? Phase 2 improvements build on making downtown Platteville No New Development more attractive to pedestrians and retail development: Should Occur 8% □ Banners, benches, and beautification Local Jobs Industrial 8% □ Redevelopment infill 20% Commercial □ Signage and branding Clean up Residential Office 12% □ Plaza and splash pads 20% More Business Commercial Retail Intersection paving □ 60% Residential 52% □ Added parking lots 24% □ Sidewalks & lights on Marion Avenue □ Possible Marion Ave Plaza East of Main St. Preliminary Downtown Streetscape Design

31 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 8 SURVEY RESULTS PLAN THEME: COMMUNITY CHARACTER

As part of the Plan update, a survey was distributed to engage residents, employees and property owners of Platteville. The survey was distributed from July through early November of 2016 and the Town received 106 survey responses. KEY STRATEGY PRIORITY ACTIONS

TOP TEN ISSUES: Overall Image and Identity □ Create community “gateways” at all Town entrances through the installation of Platteville branded signage 1. Maintaining the town’s current size and character Improve the overall image of the community as and landscaping. viewed from the US 85 Corridor and Highway 66. 2. New Housing Opportunities □ Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to require the 3. Additional/Improved Civic and Cultural Facilities installation and maintenance of landscaping where appropriate with any new development adjacent to SH 4. Future Growth/Development/Redevelopment 66, US 85, and US 85 Business roadways. 5. Property Maintenance/Code Enforcement □ Work with CDOT to maintain and enhance their SH 66, US 6. Additional/Improved parks & Trails 85, and US 85 Business right-of- way segments. 7. New Businesses and Job Opportunities □ Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to 8. Downtown Improvements (Parking & Streetscape, etc.) commercial property owners providing information on 9. Street Improvements (Paving, Drainage, Sidewalks, Lighting, etc.) regulations concerning property maintenance and weed control. 10. Other: Rec Center/Pool, schools senior housing Downtown Vitality □ Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 1 streetscape improvements recommended in the Main Street Design Concept. Please indicate where you live: Please indicate which category best applies to you: Improve the public realm of Platteville’s downtown core. Interested Citizen 3% □ Obtain DOLA grant funding for Phase 2 streetscape improvements recommended in the Main Street Design Other Community Concept. or County Business Employee □ Update Chapter 16 Zoning Regulations to require 28% Quality Neighborhoods 29% screening and buffering between residential and Platteville Resident Unincorporated 62% 59% Improve the quality of residential neighborhoods. commercial/industrial properties. Weld Country Business Owner 10% 9% □ Prepare and distribute an educational brochure to homeowners providing information on regulations concerning vehicle parking, outdoor storage and public right-of-way encroachment.

□ Increase code enforcement throughout all zone districts within the Town. If you are a resident of Platteville, what is you housing situation? Please indicate where you do most of your shopping: Johnstown 1% Cultural Resource Preservation □ Work with the Platteville Historical Society and the Office Thornton/Denver 2% of Archaeology and Historic Preservation to inventory Platteville 4% Loveland 3% local historic and cultural resources. Gilcrest 1% Identify historic and cultural resources. Brighton/Longmont Rent House 14% □ Work with the Platteville Historical Society and local 42% volunteers to evaluate the commitment and strategy for Own Home Firestone pursing historic designation. 58% 32% Greeley 40%

Fort Lupton 3%

7 2017 Town of Platteville Comprehensive Plan 32 PLAN THEME: PARKS AND RECREATION

GUIDING PRINCIPLE Provide a coordinated and continuous system of parks, trails, and recreation that serves the present and future needs of Platteville residents. 85

BACKGROUND CR-42 CR-40 CR-36 CR-34 CR-32 Park and recreation facilities are areas used for outdoor Rodger’s Farm Park in the Rodger’s Farm Subdivision on the recreational activities and include publicly owned and northwest side of town is Platteville most recent planned Map 1

managed developed parkland, recreationCR-46 facilitiesCR-44 and recreation area. Plans for the park include covered shelters

CR-38 undeveloped land utilized for passive and active recreationalCR-31 with picnic tables, barbecue grills and benches, playgrounds, purposes. Park and recreational facilities owned and walking paths and practice field. maintained by the Town of Platteville include:

Future park and recreational facilities should be located in CR-30 CR-28 CR-26 CR-22 CR-20 CR-18 □ Community Center Complex CR-29 close proximity to established residential neighborhoods, □ Coronado Park schools and cultural facilities and/or pedestrian ways and □ Lincoln Park trails. To help fund future park improvements, the Town Planning Boundaries 85 □ Riverview Park collects a parks and recreation impact fee, currently set at □ Rodger’s Farm Park $1,538 per new dwelling unit constructed. 60 85 The Community Center Complex is located at 508 Reynolds The South Platte River Corridor Plan completed in 2013

Avenue, just west of Division Boulevard. The complex consists identifies locations for developing trails, parks, outdoor CR-25 Platteville-Ft.Proposed Lupton Area Planning Coordinated Existing Platteville-Ft. Lupton Area Planning Coordinated of a number of amenities including a community center, classrooms and recreation sites along a 15 mile section of the Platteville-Gilcrest Area IGA Planning two regulation ball fields (one fully lit for night games), a South Platte River between Platteville and Milliken. Two major seasonally operated concession stand, mud volleyball courts, trail elements are proposed; the first is the main Platteway

horseshoe pits, and a fenced off-leash exercise area for pets. Trail that follows the river and connects to the regional Front Range Trail, and the second is the Platte ValleyCR-23 Trail network Coronado Park is located south of SH 66 along Main Street in the linking towns, rural areas and other destinations. Another

Bella Vista Subdivision. Coronado Park includes a playground, implementation objective is to develop a trailhead access 66

CR-21 picnic tables and benches. Planned improvements at point near Justin Avenue with parking, a boater put-in, and a CR-21

Coronado Park include expanded257 parking areas, additional restroom and picnic facility. landscaping and practice fields for recreational sports.

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field often used for practice for any of the field sports offered by the Town’s Recreation Department. CR-13 Platteville Urban Growth Area Urban Growth Platteville Area Urban Growth Firestone Proposed Urban Growth Area Growth Urban Proposed Area Growth Urban Firestone Existing Urban Growth Area Growth Existing Urban Legend Revised Platteville Growth Management Area Growth Revised Platteville

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Town of

PLATTEVILLE BOARD OF TRUSTEES PLATTEVILLE TOWN STAFF EV Steve Nelson Mayor Troy Renken Town Manager TT IL Hope Morris Mayor Pro Tem Mary Lee, MMC Town Clerk/Treasurer A L Troy A. Blum David Brand Public Works Director L E Rachel Brannan P Michael Cowper COLORADO CENTER FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Kim Nelson Michael Tupa, Supervisor Adrienne Sandoval Haipeng Zhang, MLA Guan Wang, MLA PLATTEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION Heather Murphy, MLA Richard Smith Chair Nikhila Ramineedi, MUD Michael Cowper Sara Morse, MLA Steve Nelson Stacy Ester, MLA Steve Sandoval Carole Schleif Retired PROJECT CONSULTANTS Steve Shafer Melissa Kendrick, AICP Kendrick Consulting Sandra Smith Martin Landers, AICP Plan Tools Paul Mills, RLA Russell + Mills Studios Shelley La Mastra, RLA Russell + Mills Studios John Beggs, ASLA Russell + Mills Studios

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Special thanks to the Colorado Department of Local Affairs for their generous grant assistance, and to everyone in Platteville who completed a survey or participated in one or more of the community events associated with the project. The Town wishes to acknowledge the contributions of those citizens and consultants involved in the original 2010 Platteville Comprehensive Plan that preceded this Plan update. February 2017