Tree Removal on Ross Creek at Escobar Avenue, Los Gatos (Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. 1600-2017-0013-R3)
Summary
SCH Number
2017068394
Public Agency
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 3
(CDFW)
Document Title
Tree Removal on Ross Creek at Escobar Avenue, Los Gatos (Lake or Streambed Alteration Agreement No. 1600-2017-0013-R3)
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/22/2017
Document Description
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has executed Lake and Streambed Alteration Agreement number 1600-2017-0013-R3, pursuant to Section 1602 of the Fish and Game Code to Sue Tippets/Santa Clara Valley Water District.
The purpose of the project is to remove six dead or dying Monterey pine (Pinus radiate) trees, ranging in size from 12 to 13 inches in diameter at breast height (DBH). The trees are considered hazardous with the potential to impact structures, residents, and pedestrians.
Contact Information
Name
Mayra Molina
Agency Name
California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Region 3
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Los Gatos
Counties
Santa Clara
Cross Streets
173 and 195 Escobar Avenue
Other Information
The project is located along the north bank of Ross Creek between 173 and 195 Escobar Avenue in the City of Los Gatos, Santa Clara County.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
S: 15304, Class 4
Reasons for Exemption
Class 4 consists of minor, public, or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation, which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees except for forestry or agricultural purposes. None of the conditions noted under CEQA 15300.2 apply.
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