Posts Tagged CEQA

A project you have contracted is subject to CEQA. What steps can you expect in the CEQA process and how do they impact the project?

a. The lead agency will examine project to see if it qualifies for a categorical or statutory exemption. If so they may issue a notice of exemption.
b. If not exempt the lead agency performs an initial study to determine if the project will have any significant negative impacts [...]

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You have been contracted to design a 20,000 sf sheriff’s department in Monterey.

What agencies will have jurisdiction on this project? What consultants will be required on this project? What special provisions will a project of this type carry and how will that affect your scope and fee?
For an essential services building such as this sheriff’s station the DSA-SS would review structural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing [...]

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You have been contracted to design a 30,000 sf hospital adjacent to a river in Sacramento

What agencies will have jurisdiction on this project? What consultants will be required on this project?
For a state-owned hospital the authorities having jurisdiction would include the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development’s Facility Development Division which would be the lead agency in the CEQA process. In addition, the State Fire Marshall, the [...]

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How would CEQA likely evaluate this project?

[Renovation of a Historic Building] Because there is no added square footage, or change to the environment created by the project, it would likely be exempt, or a negative declaration.

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