§ 13.14.160. Fencing requirements.

At the time of initial installation, or upon the issuance of an existing use site plan order, fencing is required for all pumps, wellheads and production facilities that are within an approved subdivision or within one thousand (1,000) feet of an existing public road or existing structure or if a well site falls within a high-density area as defined by the COGCC. All pumps, pits, wellheads and production facilities shall be adequately fenced to restrict access by unauthorized persons. For security purposes, all such facilities and equipment used in the operation of a completed well shall be surrounded by a fence six (6) feet in height, and so long as the material is noncombustible and allows for adequate ventilation, the gates shall be locked. The following specific standards shall apply to all oil and gas wells and production facilities. Fence enclosures shall be constructed of one (1) of the following materials:

(1)

A solid masonry wall.

(2)

A chain-link fence with wire mesh not to exceed three and one-half (3½) inches.

(3)

Any other material compatible with surrounding uses, which effectively secures the oil operation site, approved by the Town.

(4)

All fencing or masonry walls shall be of a solid neutral color compatible with surrounding uses and maintained in a neat, orderly and secure condition. Neutral colors shall include sand, grey and unobtrusive shades of green, blue and brown or other colors approved by the Town.

(5)

All chain-link fences and masonry walls shall be equipped with at least one (1) gate. The gate shall meet the following specifications:

a.

The gates shall be of chain-link construction that meets the applicable specifications or of other approved material that, for safety reasons, shall be at least as secure as a chain-link fence;

b.

The gates shall be provided with a combination catch and locking attachment device for a padlock and shall be kept locked except when being used for access to the site; and

c.

The operator must provide the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority and the Parker Police Department with a "Knox Padlock" or "Knox Box with a key" to access the well site, to be used only in case of an emergency.

(Ord. 3.285 §1, 2011)