Newport Heights Elementary School Improvement Project
Summary
SCH Number
2024031102
Public Agency
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Document Title
Newport Heights Elementary School Improvement Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/28/2024
Document Description
The proposed project would construct three new modular TK classrooms and a new modular restroom in the southern portion of the campus. These three new TK classrooms would form an expanded TK/K shared area of the campus and would be able to accommodate an additional 60 TK students on campus. In addition to the modular classrooms and restroom, a new shade structure and bike area would be built. The modification of the playground for TK use would also be part of the proposed project. Other improvements would include expanding the fenced area to accommodate the expansion of the new TK/K shared area along with the relocation of the trash receptacles used on site. The proposed project will benefit the district, students, and staff by improving the educational environment and safety.
Contact Information
Name
Erica DiCioccio
Agency Name
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Job Title
Facilities Planning Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Newport Beach
Counties
Orange
Regions
Southern California
Zip
92663
Parcel #
425-321-01
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, CCR §15301, Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed improvements at the existing playground equipment, and the relocation of the existing trash receptacle area are exempt from CEQA under Class 1, Existing Facilities (Section 15301), which includes interior or exterior alterations, involving such things as interior partitions, plumbing, and electrical conveyances and restoration or rehabilitation of deteriorated or damaged structures, facilities, or mechanical equipment. Improvements to the playground equipment would allow TK/K students to play on the existing playground. The new trash receptacle area would be located on campus and its function would remain the same. Additionally, the existing fencing would be modified in order to accommodate the expanded TK/K area. The improvements would not alter the basic functions of the facilities and would not increase student capacity. Since the 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 a shade structure, and fencing are exempt from CEQA under Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures (Section 15303). The proposed shade structure and fencing are small new structures that will be located within the school campus. The shade structure and fencing improvements will create an enlarged TK/K area on campus to serve students on campus and not increase student capacity; the project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15303.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 14, CCR §15314, Minor Additions to School
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed construction of three modular classrooms and modular restroom building is exempt from CEQA under class 14, Minor Additions to Schools (Section 15314). The three new modular classroom buildings will be located within the school campus and will increase the total number of classrooms by three and would not increase student capacity by more than 25 percent. The three modular classrooms would be required to accommodate the TK/K program and existing students on campus and would not itself increase student capacity on campus. Additionally, the student population will increase by 60 students, which is an approximately 13 percent increase in the student population. Consequently, the project would not increase student capacity by more than 25 percent. Since the new buildings would be located within the same campus and will not increase the school classrooms by ten nor increase student capacity by 25 percent, the project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15314.
County Clerk
Orange
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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