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Guidelines, Sections 15301 to 15329 for a list of categorical exemptions). numerous categorical exemptions already exist that cover many of the same types of projects set forth in section 21080.25 (see, e.g., ceqa guidelines 15301 (c), 15302, 15304 (h), 15311), but statutory exemptions are superior in defensibility where they apply because they are absolute and not subject to the "unusual circumstances," cumulative You may also contact the OPR via email at state.clearinghouse@opr.ca.gov or via phone at (916) 445-0613. Nn awt
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Categorical exemptions are authorized by section 21084, subdivision (a), which states: CATEGORICAL EXEMPTIONS Section 21084 of the Public Resources Code requires these Guidelines to include a list of classes of . 15301-15333 / Class 1-Class 33) CEQA Guideline Section(s) / Class(es) . %%EOF
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(CEQA Guidelines) pertaining to Existing Facilities. Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and determined that the project qualifies for a Class 1 categorical exemption pur suant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines. The types of existing facilities itemized in14 CCR Section 15301are not intended to be all-inclusive of the types of projects which might fall within Class 1. California Code of Regulations Title 1. 23 . The California Code of Regulations includes guidelines for implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). 0000012548 00000 n
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There are also a number of categorical exemptions from CEQA that exempt a project from CEQA unless there is evidence of unusual circumstances indicating that the activity might . CEQA Exemptions. A categorical exclusion (CE) is a class of actions that a Federal agency has determined, after review by CEQ, do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment and for which, therefore, neither an environmental assessment nor an environmental impact statement is normally required. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project located on a site which is included on any list compiled pursuant toSection 65962.5 of the Government Code. 0000001409 00000 n
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Statutory exemptions are determined by the California. under Guideline 15301 exemption for . I. OVERVIEW OF CEQA CASE LAW DEVELOPMENTS IN 2018. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. A public agency must comply with CEQA when it undertakes an activity defined by CEQA as a "project." . Classes 3, 4, 5, 6, and 11 of14 CCR Section 15300are qualified by consideration of where the project is to be located. Environmental Consideration: In accordance with Section 15301 (Class 1: Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is exempt from . 4 0 obj
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The key consideration is whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of use. of Water & Power v. County of Inyo, the county attempted to invoke the exemption for operations at an unlined landfill, as part of an effort to acquire the landfill from the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power by eminent domain. 0000007231 00000 n
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While landfill operations include structures, gates, tipping floors, scales, gas recovery systems and administrative buildings that can be described as facilities, they also feature excavations, trenches and fills better that are described as alterations to land and subject to a different categorical exemption. Removal of sealed, non-leaking drums or barrels of hazardous waste or substances that have been stabilized, containerized and are designated for a lawfully permitted destination. CIP 19-18 Gettysburg - Clovis to Sierra Vista. Does evidence support a finding that the project fall into any categorical CEQA exemption? On demurrer, the Kern County Superior Court found that a CEQA petition was barred by res judicata in . California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Reducing the potential environmental impacts of proposed projects Federal Assistance Executive Order 12372 and federal grant resources CEQA Guidelines Key resources for understanding and implementing CEQA Transportation SB 743 Information on how transportation impacts are analyzed under CEQA A.The . A categorical exemption shall not be used for an activity where there is a reasonable possibility that the activity will have a significant effect on the environment due to unusual circumstances. Sections 15300 to 15333 . '8'8J&Tki_EqIg,8\hIiBSJC^kb|O&_R[pGmL>Wt.g^3M~=Du({ zQC? B. EXISTING FACILITIES Class 1 consists of the operation, repair, maintenance . 2ti&Dx2}F$].HI8`?XPcz_xmn]_0|Lf~jl$l\rA0Y #q%2vEE0r_El _RYy:lbd\:&&/TLdO,G{q?fha}cT51[-\XY8J&yDVu{GCB+%IqUWv*RjC5
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" dA..PM! h Additions to existing structures provided that the addition will not result in an increase of more than: Class 30 consists of any minor cleanup actions taken to prevent, minimize, stabilize, mitigate, or eliminate the release or threat of release of a hazardous waste or substance which are small or medium removal actions costing $1 million or less. Construction or maintenance of interim or temporary surface caps. 1, January 6, 2023. 1 For a complete list of CEQA exemptions outside of Division 13 of the Public Resources Code (i.e., CEQA), . The Court then evaluated whether operation of a landfill, or a portion of the operation, was more properly described as operation of a facility or as a minor alteration in the condition of land under the Class 4 categorical exemption (CEQA Guidelines, 15304). Resources, guidance, and technical assistance for planners and communities to plan and implement local climate change resilience goals. mental Quality Act (CEQA), the project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under Sec-tion 15301, Class 1 (Existing Facilities) and Section 15331, Class 31 (Historical Resource . The decision tracked the reasoning of an earlier case, Azusa Land Reclamation Co. v. Main San Gabriel Basin Watermaster (1997) 52 Cal.App.4th 1165, which also found the exemption ambiguous as applied to a landfill. Education Title 7. Under CEQA Guidelines section 15301, the key consideration in applying a Class 1 exemption is "whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of use of existing facilities." In recent years, the school used temporary (portable) lights at the stadium for a total of approximately 40-50 evenings per year. Citing case precedent and based on its reading of the CEQA Guidelines, the Court concluded that "it is reasonable to characterize landfill operations as . The direct referral of a violation of lease, permit, license, certificate, or entitlement for use or of a general rule, standard, or objective to the Attorney General, District Attorney, or City Attorney as appropriate, for judicial enforcement. (2010) 48 Cal.4th 310; and Bloom v. McGurk (1994) 26 Cal.App.4th 1307. Therefore, these classes are considered to apply in all instances, except where the project may impact on an environmental resource of hazardous or critical concern where designated, precisely mapped, and officially adopted pursuant to law by federal, state, or local agencies. Existing Facilities (SG 15301) (Class 1): Includes operation, repair, maintenance, or minor . . 0000001602 00000 n
Los Angeles Dept. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project located on a site which is included on any list compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code. 2020-008063ENV) contained in the Commission's files for this contract modification. The types of "existing facilities" itemized below are not intended to be all-inclusive of the types of projects which might fall within Class 1. Relation to Ministerial Projects Sec 21080 of Public Resources Code exempts from the application of CEQA those projects which public agencies exercise only ministerial authority. Categorical Exclusion (CE) under the 2021 Programmatic Agreement Between the FHWA and Caltrans for projects that do not meet the definition of "highway projects" under 23 CFR 773.103 and that qualify for a CE under 23 CFR 771.117 Senior Environmental Planner or Environmental Branch Chief Print Name Signature Date Project Manager / DLA Engineer No. No. Class 2 consists of replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced, including but not limited to: Note: Authority cited: Section 21083, Public Resources Code. State type and section number: 15301 Existing Facilities Reasons for Exemption. %%EOF
15300. Installation, in an existing facility occupied by a medical waste generator, of a steam sterilization unit for the treatment of medical waste generated by that facility provided that the unit is installed and operated in accordance with the Medical Waste Management Act (Section 117600, et seq., of the Health and Safety Code) and accepts no offsite waste. Excavation and/or offsite disposal of contaminated soils or sludges in regulated units. Construction activities and relaxation of standards allowing environmental degradation are not included in this exemption. All rights reserved. The Department determined that the renovation and restoration of the small cottage was within the exemption for restoration or rehabilitation of deteriorated structures (CEQA Guidelines, 15301, subd. In Los Angeles Dept. 0000002326 00000 n
Exceptions to Categorical Exemptions If the project is determined to be categorically exempt, Caltrans must consider whether the exemption is negated by an exception pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, Section 15300.2, and Public Resources Code, Section 21084. Categorically Exempt. hbbd```b``eA$="$D2jE?H6109:2`[H(0lc0L$KfKAdA]9`5Y Y y,"%*jL@$m OqX$} u
The Secretary for the California Natural Resources Agency has adopted CEQA Guidelines implementing Public Resources Code section 21094.5 and 21094.5.5 (SB 226 - Infill Streamlining). When relying on a categorical exemption to CEQA, like the Existing Facilities (CEQA Guidelines Section 15301), Replacement or Reconstruction (CEQA Guidelines Section 15302) or New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures (CEQA Guidelines Section 15303) exemption, it is important to understand that CEQA looks at the changes that will be made to the present conditions. For more information contact: LEA Support Services, PermitTrainingAssistance@calrecycle.ca.gov, PermitTrainingAssistance@calrecycle.ca.gov, 50% of the floor area of the structures before the addition, or 2,500 square feet, whichever is less; or, The project is in an area where all public services and facilities are available to allow for maximum development permissible in the General Plan, and. (CEQA Guidelines 15301). will also consider a finding of Categorical Exemption in accordance with Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); Section 15304(e) (Minor Alterations to Land); Section 15311 (Accessory Structures); Section 15323 (Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings) of the California Environmental Section 15301 of CEQAs Guidelines categorically exempts, among other things, ongoing operations at existing facilities. A new decision from the Fifth Appellate District will make it more difficult to apply the existing facilities exemption to complex land uses, and particularly to industrial operations. when a project qualifies for a statutory exemption, CEQA absolutely does not apply. CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION(S)(State CEQA Guidelines Sec. 0000003663 00000 n
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For more information contact: LEA Support Services, PermitTrainingAssistance@calrecycle.ca.gov, PermitTrainingAssistance@calrecycle.ca.gov. During its initial review of the project the city planning department determined that it qualified for two categorical exemptions from CEQA, CEQA Guidelines section 15301(d) (restoration or rehabilitation of deteriorated structures) and CEQA Guidelines section 15303(b) (multi-family residential structure totaling no more than four units. Article 19 of the Guidelines addresses Categorical Exemptions for certain types of projects. The criteria can be used for all CEQA clearances, including Class 32 (Infill Development) exemptions pursuant to Section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines. Note: Authority cited: Section 21083, Public Resources Code. 0000009291 00000 n
51, December 23, 2022 Section 15302 - Replacement or Reconstruction (d)), and construction of the new building was exempt under the Class 3 exemption as a residential structure totaling no more than four dwelling units (Guidelines, 15303, subd. Construction shall include removing 3"-6" of existing asphalt concrete and placing 5" of new asphalt, removing 3" of existing aggregate base, 3" of existing sub-grade and placing 6" of new aggregate base for approximately 1,300 ft. replacing portions of existing sidewalk, curb and gutter, raising existing manholes, water valves to finish grade, installation of new traffic signal loop detectors and re-striping of pavement markers. %PDF-1.4
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Section 21084 of the Public Resources Code requires these Guidelines to include a list of classes of projects which have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment and which shall, therefore, be exempt from the provisions of CEQA. b. Statutory Exemptions: Statutory exemptions are descriptions of the types of projects for which the California State Legislature has provided a blanket exemption from CEQA procedures and policies. A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may result in damage to scenic resources, including but not limited to, trees, historic buildings, rock outcroppings, or similar resources, within a highway officially designated as a state scenic highway. 0000001861 00000 n
1, January 6, 2023. of Water & Power v. The Council found applicable three categorical exemptions: (1) operation of existing facilities (CEQA Guidelines, 15301); (2) conversion of small structures ( 15303); and (3) development of urban in-fill ( 15332). Project - Commitment of Park Fees - Categorical Exemption from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Article III, Section 1, . 503 0 obj
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As the name implies, categorical exemptions apply to categories of projects that the California Resources Agency has found normally do not have a significant effect on the environment. State code number: _____ Reasons why project is exempt: Lead Agency Contact Person: . The second is to allow the public to comment on the impacts of projects in their community. The information in this article has been prepared by Harrison, Temblador, Hungerford & Guernsey LLP for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. LEXIS 676. (CEQA), the project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under Section 15308, Class 8 - Actions taken by regulatory agen- . Join OPRs CEQA email list to receive email announcements and CEQA news. CEQA requires public agencies to look before they leap and consider the environmental consequences of their discretionary actions. xb```b``XL.Ilr[,*fCKCC2TixPS)#e3S3A cA#PA|CqP34j J To obtain an attachment in a different format, please contact the lead agency at the contact information listed above. Historical Resources A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project which may cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. Statutes, codes, and regulations California Code Of Regulations Article 19 - Categorical Exemptions Section 15302 - Replacement or Reconstruction Cal. General Provisions Title 2. For example, a project that is ordinarily insignificant in its impact on the environment may, in a particularly sensitive environment, be significant. 3. Categorical Exemptions . The project would meet the criteria of CEQA Guidelines Section 15301-Existing Facilities: a Class 1 exemption. K~8w"2%q'
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determination. (Cal. CEQA exemption Section 15301, Class 1, applies to this proposed project as the project . (PRC 21084; 14 CCR 15300 et seq.) 15301. PJQAkfFW|U'ef7uGMDd&VtX(&5A-QkJ >V>T2AXb3/_V J ]lI4LLcV!HepL8fyY3 Home - California Association of Environmental Professionals The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), has a number of functions; two major functions are described here. Notice of Exemption Appendix E Revised 2011 To: Office of Planning and Research P.O. PRC Section 21084 requires the CEQA Guidelines to include a list of classes of projects which have been determinednotto have a significant effect on the environment and which shall be exempt from the provisions of CEQA. App.
Partial List of Categorical Exemptions under CEQA Certain commercial cannabis activities (projects) may be exempt from further . Construction activities undertaken by the public agency taking the enforcement or revocation action are not included in this exemption. Categorical Exemption Section 15301 (Existing Facilities), Section 15061 (Common Sense . Categorical Exemptions from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Guidelines for implementation of CEQA adopted by the Secretary of the California Resources Agency require that local agencies adopt a list of categorical exemptions from CEQA. Common Sense Exemption.
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