UPE22-0048 Use Permit for Sonoma Creek Restoration Demonstration Project at Morton Warm Springs
Summary
SCH Number
2023120225
Public Agency
Sonoma County
Document Title
UPE22-0048 Use Permit for Sonoma Creek Restoration Demonstration Project at Morton Warm Springs
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/8/2023
Document Description
The Project includes restoration of Sonoma Creek and its associated riparian habitat within the SO-foot Riparian Corridor setback, consistent with Section 26-65-030{6) and 26-65-040{Q) of the County of Sonoma Zoning Code. The project includes excavation of a lowered inset floodplain that widens the riparian corridor to create steel head rearing and refugia habitat across a range of flows. Widening the channel banks of the incised riparian corridor will help stabilize the failing banks to reduce fine sediment input, improving the quality of spawning gravels and food production downstream and promote natural processes that stabilize the channel. The total project area will encompass approximately 2.4 acres. The project is located on APNs 050-220-051 and 055-040-032 at Morton's Warm Springs Resort.
Contact Information
Name
Deborah Waller
Agency Name
Permit Sonoma
Job Title
Senior Environmental Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Glen Ellen
Counties
Sonoma
Regions
Countywide
Parcel #
050-220-051
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Categorical Exemption(s). Section 15333{d)(l) Small Habitat Restoration Projects
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is categorically exempt from the provisions of the CEQA Guidelines pursuant to the Provisions of Title 14 of the California Administrative Code, Section 15333{d)(l) and (d)(4)(Small Habitat Restoration Projects) to revegetate and enhance habitat for fish, plants, or wildlife. No exceptions listed under Section 15300.2 apply. There is no reasonable possibility that the project would have a significant effect on the environment.
County Clerk
Sonoma
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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