THORNTON — In an act that Weld County considers to be legitimate use of rights under state law, the Thornton city council has voted unanimously to override the Weld County Board of Commissioners’ denial of use by special review permit for a water pipeline through 34 miles of unincorporated Weld County.
The Thornton council voted Tuesday to invoke its rights under state law. This followed the
In subsequent conversations, however, the city determined, and Weld County concurred, that the city has authority to override the county’s decision. Board of commissioners chairman Steve Moreno communicated that in a letter June 24. Moreno asked, however, that if the city decides to overrule, that it adhere to several conditions regarding the construction phase, sharing of as-built plans, working with and permitting property owners to speak to the council and securing the permits that might apply to the project.