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.: carefully examined wherever it is proposed. As you are probably aware, the airport recently completed a master plan to guide its expected expansion. While it is a fairly small facility in the grand scheme of things, the Durango airport is expected [o grow in the near future, and is likely to start handling commercial jets soon. Thus, while noise and safety at present are probably tolerable for residential development, that situation is expected to change. Building a bunch of homes very close to any airport is very often an invitation for problems. This property is within the Flight Pattern Zone of the County Airport. Under the Master Plan Update, completed in 2003, it is recommended that, if residential use would be proposed here, it should be at a density of no more than 1 home per 20 acres. For this reason and others, the Conceptual Development Plan will not be supported by Staff, except to the extent that the land should be reclaimed to a residential level. As you are also aware, the situation and land use codes and other regulations may be completely different in ten years when reclamation begins. This is an issue that rightfully should and will be addressed at that point. 19. Neighborhood Compatibility. Resolution 2004-34 by the BOCC and the recent Williamson Subdivision have firmly established that the are along CR 309 is to be a commerciaU Light Industrial azea. While there are a couple of homes in this area, belonging to James Williamson and Mel Gundersen, both owners are aware of the nature of these restrictions. Other homes in the immediate vicinity are owned by Keith Fassbender, a co-applicant on this proposal. I have spoken with both Robert Bowie, Planning Manager, and Planning Director Nancy Lauro about the issue of compatibility in this area. Both have responded that this is a proposal that could be considered compatible with the Commercial/ Light Industrial designation for this area. They have also indicated that gravel mining could be considered a relatively temporary use, and that low-density residential use post-mining would be appropriate. That covers my list for the moment. I will look forward to your responses, additional information, and revisions to plans where necessary. As you work with the various agencies on resolving the above issues, please keep me in the loop. Additional formal comment from affected agencies is normally required. I will keep you informed if more questions arise or other agencies provide comment. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Sin l~~'~--~-~ Thomas Kruger Planner II La Plata County Community Development Department