Robinson Elementary School Modernization Project
Summary
SCH Number
2023090620
Public Agency
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
Document Title
Robinson Elementary School Modernization Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/27/2023
Document Description
The proposed project includes modernization/ renovations to existing buildings, relocation of existing buildings on-site, new landscaping, play areas and associated play structures, five new shade structures, a new vehicle drop off area with a new parking area and associated signage. Modernizations/renovations include new finishings (flooring, wallpaper, paint and ceiling tiles), altering layout of buildings, new toilet rooms, circulation improvements and improvements to the play areas throughout the campus. The proposed project will not increase student capacity. The proposed project will benefit the district, students, and staff by improving the educational environment and safety.
Contact Information
Name
Doug Monfils
Agency Name
Saddleback Valley Unified School District
Job Title
Director of Facilities, Maintenance and Construction
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Trabuco Canyon
Counties
Orange
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Lindsay Drive and Robinson Ranch Road
Zip
92679
Other Location Info
21400 Lindsay Drive
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, CCR §15301, Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed modernization/renovations of the existing classroom buildings and admin building, new landscaping and play areas and relocation of modular classroom buildings are exempt from CEQA under Class 1, Existing Facilities (Section 15301), which includes “[i]nterior or exterior alterations, involving such things as interior partitions, plumbing, and electrical conveyances” and “[R]estoration or rehabilitation of deteriorated or damaged structures, facilities, or mechanical equipment…”. The modernization/ renovations includes new finishings (flooring, wallpaper, paint and ceiling tiles), altering layout of buildings, new landscaping and the relocation of modular buildings. Since the modernization/ renovations are located in the same site and will not expand any renovated structure, the project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15301.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 3, CCR §15303, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed construction of five shade structures, and the new play structures and fencing associated with the new outside quiet area, kindergarten playground, inclusive play area and sensory path are exempt from CEQA under Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures (Section 15303). Since the new shade structures, fencing, play structures are small structures and considered minor additions to the existing school campus and will not increase student capacity the project is exempt from CEQA under Sections 15303.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 11, CCR §15311, Accessory Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed modular classroom building construction of a new vehicle drop-off area, a new parking area to the east of the site with landscaping and signage is exempt from CEQA under Class 11, Accessory Structures (Section 15311). Since the new vehicle drop-off area will be located in the front of Robinson ES and the removed parking would be replaced by the new parking area connected to the eastern parking lot on campus with a signage will be consisted accessory structures for elementary school use, the project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15311.
County Clerk
Orange
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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