Highlands Elementary School Improvements Project
Summary
SCH Number
2024040867
Public Agency
Saugus Union School District
Document Title
Highlands Elementary School Improvements Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/19/2024
Document Description
The proposed project will include the following improvements to Modular Buildings A, B, and C, and portable buildings.
- Improvements to Modular Building A include updates to the HVAC units, new interior improvements finishes (flooring and paint), updated countertops, and replacement of the fire alarm system.
- Improvements to Modular Building B include new stud walls, selective ceiling replacement, interior door and window frames, updating existing casework countertops, new sinks in proposed Flex Class, new roofing system and HVAC units, interior paint, flooring, updated lighting fixtures, signage, etc. Additional, the sprinkler system will be updated to accommodate new enclosed classrooms, and replacement of the fire alarm system.
- Improvements to Modular Building C include updated wall finishes and countertops, and replacement of the fire alarm system.
- All portable buildings, with the exception of existing portable building No. 10, will receive updated finishes and fire alarm replacement.
The proposed project will also include the replacement of the exterior drinking fountains, accessible signage, and minor renovations at accessible parking stalls.
Contact Information
Name
Kathie Pisano
Agency Name
Saugus Union School District
Job Title
Facilities Project Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Santa Clarita
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Southern California
Zip
91350
Parcel #
2808-021-901
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15301, Class 1, Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed updates to Modular Buildings A, B, and , and portable classrooms are exempt from CEQA under Class 1, Existing Facilities (Section 15301). The proposed improvements including updates to the existing HVAC units, interior finishing, countertops, walls and lighting fixtures, fire alarm system, new accessible signage, and renovations to the parking stalls are considered repairs or minor alterations of existing public structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, involving negligible improvements to the campus and no expansion of use beyond existing campus boundaries. The improvements will not alter the basic functions of the facilities and will not increase student capacity. Thus, the proposed project is exempt from CEQA review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15311, Class 11, Accessory Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed signage and improvements to the parking lots are exempt from CEQA under Class 11, Accessory Structures (Section 15311). The proposed project includes new parking signage and minor renovations at accessible parking stalls . The campus parking lots and ADA parking stalls shall require associated signage to be installed. Thus the proposed new signage and improvements to the existing parking lot and parking stall is exempt from CEQA under Section 15311.
County Clerk
Los Angeles
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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