(a) Replacement or reconstruction of existing schools and hospitals to provide earthquake-resistant structures which do not increase capacity more than 50 percent. The Secretary for Resources has found that the classes of projects listed in Article 19 . 15300.2. Section 15304 of the CEQA Guidelines considers as exemptions: "minor public or private alteration in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of mature, scenic trees except for . Installation, modification and replacement of traffic signals, where no more than a negligible increase in use of the street will result. Historical Resources. A Class 4 exempt project consists of minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation that do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic . Department of City Planning Permits: carnival, booth, sale of Christmas trees, or other ornamental holiday plants; placement of temporary buildings during construction; rental or sales office, all as specified in Sections 205.1 and 205.2 of the City Planning Code. Water supply reservoirs under this item supplement the water systems under Class 1(b) above. Class 8 will be more often applicable within the borders of the City and County of San Francisco. This item is applicable mainly to property owned by the City and County of San Francisco outside its borders. (2) Result in no noticeable increase in noise to nearby residential structures, CLASS 24: REGULATIONS OF WORKING CONDITIONS. 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. Categorical Exemption. (b) Annexations of individual small parcels of the minimum size for facilities exempted by Section 15303, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures. (c) Acquisition, sale, or other transfer to allow restoration of natural conditions, including plant or animal habitats. (n) Conversion of a single-family residence to office use. (2) Temperature, CLASS 30: MINOR ACTIONS TO PREVENT, MINIMIZE, STABILIZE, MITIGATE OR ELIMINATE THE RELEASE OR THREAT OF RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS WASTE OR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES. SB 35 requires . 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. (2) Comply with all applicable state, federal, and local air quality laws. Street openings for the purpose of work under this item are included in this item. Executive Order 12372 and federal grant resources. Projects covered under this category that involve the transfer of ownership of interest in land may also be exempt under Class 25. Stabilization of shorelines in areas that are not environmentally sensitive is also included in this item.Examples include but are not limited to: 1. Projects that are not excluded, and are also not categorically exempt according to the following list, are covered by CEQA and require preparation of an initial study or an environmental impact report. (f) An accessory steam sterilization unit for the treatment of medical waste at a facility occupied by a medical waste generator, 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. (b) At commercial and industrial facilities, the installation of cogeneration facilities will be exempt if the installation will: (c) New power lines to connect the generating facilities to existing power lines will not exceed one mile in length if located on a new right of way and will not be located adjacent to a wild or scenic river. This exemption, when applicable, shall apply among other things to the issuance of permits by the Central Permit Bureau; the Police, Fire, Public Health, and Social Services Departments; and the Port of San Francisco Building Inspection and Permits Division. Major Development Agreements and Projects, Historic Preservation Commission Hearings. . This Class is applicable mainly to property owned by the City and County of San Francisco outside its borders, but may include natural shorelines and undeveloped natural areas. (2) A categorical exemption shall not be used for a project located on a site which is included on any list of hazardous waste sites compiled pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code. Some projects not included in this list of categories of projects determined to be exempt from CEQA nevertheless clearly could not possibly have a significant effect on the environment and may be excluded from the application of CEQA under Section 15061 of the CEQA Guidelines. (i) Construction will not occur in the vicinity of any endangered, rare, or threatened species. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) map below displays Exemptions (Categorical, Statutory and Community Plan Exemptions), Mitigated Negative Declarations and Environmental Impact Reports related to applications filed with the San Francisco Planning Department.Amendments to Chapter 31 of the San Francisco Administrative Code that became effective as of September 25, 2013 require the . Unlike statutory exemptions, categorical exemptions are not allowed to be used for projects that may cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an historical resource (14 CCR Section 15300.2(f)). Repair and replacement of bicycle ways, pedestrian trails, and dog exercise areas, and signs so designating, where to do so will not involve the removal of a scenic resource. (a) The project is consistent with the applicable general plan designation and all applicable general plan policies as well as with applicable zoning designation and regulations. (b) Hours of work, or (e) Additions to existing structures provided that the addition will not result in an increase of more than: (b) The management plan proposes to keep the area in a natural condition or preserve the historical or archaeological resources. CATEGORICAL EXEMPTIONS 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. Sec 21080 of Public Resources Code exempts from the application of CEQA those projects which public agencies exercise only ministerial authority. 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. This class also includes maintenance and repair of pier aprons, piers, boat ramps, and other pile-supported structures in areas that are not environmentally sensitive. Addition and removal of trees and other plant materials on private property does not require a permit. The pro: ject is categorically exempt from CEQA under the "Class 4" (14 CCR 15304) exemption per the CEQA Guidelines because the project involves the minor alteration of the condition of land and/or vegetation within a densely developed oil field and does not require the removal of healthy, mature 13. This Class applies only to land that is presently in its natural condition and/or contains historic or archaeological sites. 15304, 15306, 15311, 15312, 15314, 15322, 15323, & 15332) YES: No further CEQA analysis is required. (a) Development of or changes in curriculum or training methods. (3) A store, motel, office, restaurant, and similar small commercial structure if designed for an occupant load of 30 persons or less. (626) 588-5317 If Filed by Applicant: (a) The property does not have significant values for wildlife habitat or other environmental purposes, and (c) Existing highways and streets, sidewalks, gutters, bicycle and pedestrian trails, and similar facilities (this includes road grading for the purpose of public safety). Two indexes (page-based and code section-based) developed and refined by CEQA practitioners. Projects as proposed may not be approved if there are feasible alternatives or feasible mitigation measures available which would substantially lessen the project's significant environmental impacts (Public Resources Code 21002). The City and County of San Francisco meets the definition of an "urbanized area" (CEQA Guidelines Section 15387). Class 32 consists of projects characterized as in-fill development meeting the conditions described in this section. This item is not applicable to activities of the City and County of San Francisco. In addition, as noted above and further described below, categorical exemptions cannot be used when any of the "Exceptions" 15301 Class 1(c). (h) The creation of bicycle lanes on existing rights-of-way. CEQA applies to certain activities of state and local public agencies. Attachments. (p) Use of a single-family residence as a small family day care home, as defined in Section 1596.78 of the Health and Safety Code. Class 7 consists of actions taken by regulatory agencies as authorized by state law or local ordinance to assure the maintenance, restoration, or enhancement of a natural resource where the regulatory process involves procedures for protection of the environment. CLASS 31: HISTORICAL RESOURCE RESTORATION/REHABILITATION. (g) New copy on existing on- and off-premise signs. (e) The site can be adequately served by all required utilities and public services. (c) Working conditions where there will be no demonstrable physical changes outside the place of work. Class 21 consists of: Where there is a reasonable possibility of a significant effect due to unusual circumstances surrounding the project, it is not exempt even if it clearly fits one of the categories. Siting of the replacement structure(s) may not result in land alterations other than those necessary to remove the old structure(s) and to provide new foundations in compliance with present building and seismic safety codes. (a) Minor lot line adjustments, side yard and setback variances not resulting in the creation of any new parcel. Minor extension of roadways within the Port of San Francisco container terminals. This Class is applicable to property owned by the City and County of San Francisco outside its borders. Categorical Exemption Type, Section or Code. (b) Law enforcement activities by peace officers acting under any law that provides a criminal sanction. Public gatherings that are part of the normal operation of a facility are exempt under Class 23. Construction activities and relaxation of standards allowing environmental degradation are not included in this exemption. Every proposed project requires some level of environmental review pursuant to CEQA, unless an exemption applies. (Pub. Notice of Exemption. Does the project fall into any CEQA exemption? Construction activities are not included in this exemption. Class 10 includes but is not limited to the following examples: (1) 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. Replacement of stairways using similar materials. 5. On March 28, 2022, the Governor issued Executive Order N-7-22 to bolster regional water conservation efforts. (1) The property is of such size, shape, or inaccessibility that it is incapable of independent development or use; or (h) Maintenance of existing landscaping, native growth, and water supply reservoirs (excluding the use of economic poisons, as defined in Division 7, Chapter 2, California Agricultural Code). The Secretary of the California Resources Agency has determined that the projects in these classes do not have significant effect on the environment, and therefore are categorically exempt from CEQA. CLASS 8: ACTIONS BY REGULATORY AGENCIES FOR PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT. Categorical Exemption: 21084 . Addition of dwelling units within an existing building is included in this item. Movement of trees in planter boxes is not deemed to be tree removal or installation. CLASS 20: CHANGES IN ORGANIZATION OF LOCAL AGENCIES. For all categorical exemptions, it is the responsibility of the Lead Agency to demonstrate and determine that the proposed action falls within an exempt category, and support this determination with factual evidence. . 14952, August 17, 2000]. Installation and alteration of signs are ministerial and therefore exempt from CEQA, except for signs on designated landmarks or in historic districts, signs on sites regulated by prior stipulations under the City Planning Code, and signs that are part of a larger project requiring environmental review. Such activities are primarily non-physical in the City and County of San Francisco, although they may lead to physical activities such as rehabilitation, which may be covered under Classes 1 or 2. Class 29 consists of the installation of cogeneration equipment with a capacity of 50 megawatts or less at existing facilities meeting the conditions described in this section. This item is applicable mainly to property owned by the City and County of San Francisco outside its borders. In urbanized areas, the exemption also applies to the demolition of up to three such commercial buildings on sites zoned for such use. Class 11(c), which lists other types of other seasonal uses, may also apply to projects under this category. (j) Fish stocking by the California Department of Fish and Game. This is a form of subdivision involving no new construction. (b) Maintenance or stabilization of berms, dikes, or surface impoundments; Class 15 consists of the division of property in urbanized areas zoned for residential, commercial, or industrial use into four or fewer parcels when the division is in conformance with the General Plan and zoning, no variances or exceptions are required, all services and access to the proposed parcels to local standards are available, the parcel was not involved in a division of a larger parcel within the previous two years, and the parcel does not have an average slope greater than 20 percent. This item also includes development activities involved in the creation of new parks when the creation of a new park is not outside standards for exemption set forth in this or other classes. Changes of use are also included if the occupancy of the new use would not exceed the equivalent occupancy of the former use plus an addition to the former use, as exempted under Class 1(e). G 15061(b)(3) - It can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment and the activity is not subject to the CEQA. The key consideration is whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of an existing use. (d) Conversion of overhead electric utility distribution system facilities to underground including connection to existing overhead electric utility distribution lines where the surface is restored to the condition existing prior to the undergrounding. Devices used during construction under this item include temporary shoring, temporary sanitary facilities, barriers, and covered pedestrian walkways in street areas. In an area where services are not available for maximum permitted development, the 50 percent or 2,500-square-foot limitation will apply. 3. This Class includes: Class 22 consists of the adoption, alteration, or termination of educational or training programs which involve no physical alteration in the area affected or which involve physical changes only in the interior of existing school or training structures. Public gatherings may be exempt under Class 23, if part of the normal operation of a facility. tit. Class 26 consists of actions by a redevelopment agency, housing authority, or other public agency to implement an adopted Housing Assistance Plan by acquiring an interest in housing units. Second, all classes of exemption are inapplicable when the cumulative impact of successive projects of the same type in the same place over time is significant -- for example, annual additions to an existing building under Class 1. Street vacations of undeveloped streets rights-of-way are included under this item. (d) Onsite treatment of contaminated soils or sludges provided treatment system meets Title 22 requirements and local air district requirements; Lots not requiring such review, whether small or not, are ministerial projects and are therefore not subject to CEQA review. 2. On-premise signs may also be exempt under Class 1(g). (a) The management plan for the park has not been prepared, or This Class ordinarily will not apply in the City and County of San Francisco. Code Regs. Such encroachments may include the following: A categorical exemption cannot be used for a project located at a hazardous waste site included on any list compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. A categorical exemption from CEQA rests on a finding by the Resources Agency that a class or category of projects does not have a significant adverse environmental effect; a lead agency's finding that a proposed project falls within one of the exempt classes thus includes an implied finding that the project has no significant environmental . There are no facts or circumstances specific to this project that would . This project does not fall within an exempt class, but it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Replacement of existing drainage facilities. Project - Commitment of Park Fees - Categorical Exemption from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Article III, Section 1, . 11. Projects that are initially screened and rejected or disapproved by a public agency are excluded from any CEQA review requirements. Addition of dwelling units to an existing building that does not involve a mere partitioning of existing space (see Class 1(a) above for coverage of the latter) is included in this item. (B) The area in which the project is located is not environmentally sensitive. (4) Accessory (appurtenant) structures including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools, and fences. Examples include but are not limited to: (e) Minor temporary use of land having negligible or no permanent effects on the environment, including carnivals, sales of Christmas trees, etc. In urbanized areas, the exemption also applies to up to four such commercial buildings not exceeding 10,000 square feet in floor area on sites zoned for such use, if not involving the use of significant amounts of hazardous substances where all necessary public services and facilities are available and the surrounding area is not environmentally sensitive. Installation and removal of parking meters. This item is applicable to schools at which attendance satisfies the requirements of the compulsory education laws of the State of California. (b)(3)). This item is applicable where there would be no changes in street capacity significantly affecting the level of service. Fresno. a preservation architect), a process/procedure (e.g. Classes 25(b) and (d) will seldom apply in the City and County of San Francisco. 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. 14. The City and County of San Francisco meets the definition of an "urbanized area" (CEQA Guidelines Section 15387).Examples of this exemption include but are not limited to: the classes of categorical exemptions may be excluded from using a categorical exemption based on a series of exceptions identified in CEQA Guidelines 15300.2, that if triggered, prohibit the application of a categorical exemption. In addition to such work on public structures and facilities, this item includes nearly all private work resulting from code enforcement and inspections and areawide rehabilitation programs, including loan programs to bring an area up to code. (3) A categorical exemption shall also not be used for a project which may cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. (f) Minor trenching and backfilling where the surface is restored. All actions must be consistent with applicable state and local environmental permitting requirements including, but not limited to, air quality rules such as those governing volatile organic compounds and water quality standards, and approved by the regulatory body with jurisdiction over the site. Also included are additions of new decks, where they are not accessory structures covered under Class 3(e), and enclosures of existing decks or patios. (a) Loans made by the Department of Veterans Affairs under the Veterans Farm and Home Purchase Act of 1943. Such uses might have certain temporary effects of a nuisance nature, but such effects are to be controlled by the regulatory department issuing permits for such uses. 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. (3) Be contiguous to other commercial or institutional structures. 15304: Minor alterations to land . The Director of CDFW has concurred with the lead agency determination by the California Natural Resources Agency that the Bombay Beach Wetland Enhancement Project (PDF) (opens in new tab) qualifies as a statutorily exempt restoration project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Examples include but are not limited to: In urbanized areas, this exemption applies to apartments, duplexes, and similar structures designed for not more than six dwelling units. The term "filling" does not include operation of a dump. Class 8 consists of actions taken by regulatory agencies, as authorized by state or local ordinance, to assure the maintenance, restoration, enhancement, or protection of the environment where the regulatory process involves procedures for protection of the environment. Uses under this item include: e. Hazardous Waste Sites. This Class may be used where above-noted conditions (a) through (e) are fulfilled, where it can be seen with certainty that the proposed project could not have a significant effect on the environment. G 15183 - Projects . Installation of security fencing and gates. CEQA Title 19 - Categorical Exemptions Page 2 of 17 (e) Hazardous Waste Sites. Under certain exceptional circumstances involving hazards to health and safety, removal of healthy trees may be considered an emergency project. Kountz was driving a 2013 Kenworth tanker truck westbound on Highway 20 east of . Certain actions are not considered "projects" under CEQA, and are exempt from the environmental review process because they "have been determined not to have a significant effect on the environment". f. Historical Resources. Building extensions: subsidewalk structures and overhead projections in compliance with applicable ordinances and regulations. In urbanized areas, up to three single-family residences may be constructed or converted under this exemption. (d) Acquisition, sale, or other transfer to prevent encroachment of development into flood plains. {CEQA) under CEQA Guideline Section 15304 Minor Alterations to Land, because the project involves the removal of vegetation for the purpose of fuel management. 14 15302, see flags on bad law, and search Casetext's comprehensive legal database Class 8 regarding urban open space acquisition, and Class 16 for special types of park acquisition, may also apply. ther, staff has determined that there is no substantial evidence indicating that any of the exceptions to the categorical exemptions apply to the proposed project pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 - Exceptions. Projects may have a statutory exemption, created by the legislature, or a categorical exemption, which refers to exemptions established by regulators. The addition of portable classrooms is included in this exemption. Class 15 may also apply for minor land divisions into four or fewer parcels when no variance is required. Class 24 consists of actions taken by regulatory agencies, including the Industrial Welfare Commission as authorized by statute, to regulate any of the following: Minor temporary uses of land are exempt under Classes 4(e) and 11(c). In such cases any special permit for grading will not be reviewed separately. The housing units may be either in existence or possessing all required permits for construction when the agency makes its final decision to acquire the units. 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. 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