Improvements to Landscaping by San Diego Unified Port District at Grand Caribe Shoreline Park
Summary
SCH Number
2024091057
Public Agency
San Diego Unified Port District
Document Title
Improvements to Landscaping by San Diego Unified Port District at Grand Caribe Shoreline Park
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/26/2024
Document Description
The proposed project would involve landscaping improvements in the Grand Caribe Shoreline Park by the San Diego Unified Port District (District) in the city of Coronado, California. The purpose of the proposed project is to build upon the existing landscaping at the park with an increased presence of native plants as well as converting some of the turf to native plant area to help stabilize the beach slope. Work to specifically complete the proposed project would consist of the following:
• Removal of three (3) struggling Aloe trees and one (1) Ficus tree, and replacement with four (4) Scrub Oak trees.
• Replace approximately 5,000 square feet of turf between the beach and walking path on the east side of the park with native plants.
• Fill in underplanted areas of the park with native plants, and remove non-natives
• Placement of approximately 78 boulders (1-4 feet in size) to use as accents in planting areas throughout the park
• Irrigation maintenance and replacement to water the new plants
The proposed project is anticipated to start in approximately October 2024 and would take approximately six (6) months to complete with ongoing maintenance as needed. The sidewalk and street adjacent to the park would remain open throughout construction. The park would also remain open for public use throughout construction, however some of the trails within the park may have minor closures where pedestrians would be safely rerouted to maintain access. Staging for the proposed project would be within the footprint of the park. Anticipated equipment needed would include a small utility tractor, sod cutter, and various hand tools.
Contact Information
Name
Justin Huitema
Agency Name
San Diego Unified Port District
Job Title
Assistant Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Coronado
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Zip
92118
Other Location Info
598 Grand Caribe Causeway, Coronado, CA, 92118
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (Class 1), 15302 (Class 2) and 15304 (Class 4)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities), 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) and 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land) and Sections 3.a.(12), 3.b. and 3.d.(5) of the District’s Guidelines for Compliance with CEQA because the proposed project involves landscaping improvements that would involve no expansion of use beyond that previously existing, would consist of the replacement of existing irrigation structures, and would result in no permanent effects on the environment nor removal of mature, scenic trees. Sections 3.a.(12), 3.b. and 3.d.(5) of the District’s CEQA Guidelines are as follows:
3.a. Existing Facilities (SG § 15301) (Class 1): Includes operation, repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that previously existing, including but not limited to:
(12) Maintenance of existing landscaping, native growth, and water supply reservoirs.
AND/OR
3.b. Replacement or Reconstruction (SG § 15302) (Class 2): Includes replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure being replaced.
AND/OR
3.d. Minor Alterations to Land (SG § 15304) (Class 4): Includes minor alterations in the condition of land, water and/or vegetation not involving removal of mature, scenic trees, including, but not limited to:
(5) New gardening or landscaping.
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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