Solar Photovoltaics at East Remote
Summary
SCH Number
2018128401
Public Agency
University of California Santa Cruz
Document Title
Solar Photovoltaics at East Remote
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/18/2018
Document Description
The project is the installation and operation of 2 megawatts (MW) of solar photovoltaics (PVs) on an existing parking lot; associated battery storage and electrical lines; alterations of existing parking lot configuration; and storm water system improvements. All landscape trees in the lot boundary will be removed for PV construction.
Contact Information
Name
Alisa Klaus
Agency Name
University of California Santa Cruz
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Santa Cruz
Counties
Santa Cruz
Other Location Info
Location Specific: East remote Parking Lot, east of Hagar Drive, UC Santa Cruz main campus.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 15301 Exst. Facil.
Reasons for Exemption
The project categorically exempt from CEQA under Class 1, existing facilities, as it consists of alterations to an existing parking lot and the UC Santa Cruz electrical distribution system, with no expansion of an existing use. Perimeter trees will be retained to ensure the project does not impact scenic resources. The project incorporates measures to avoid impacts to burrowing owl. None of the exceptions to the exemption apply.
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