Retail Building with Light Industrial and Improvements
Summary
SCH Number
2025010579
Public Agency
City of Ukiah
Document Title
Retail Building with Light Industrial and Improvements
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/21/2025
Document Description
Minor Use Permit request to allow for voluntary modifications of a nonconforming structure proposed for 'General Retail' 'Maintenance/repair - client site services' and 'Small products manufacturing' within the Downtown Zoning Code in accordance with UCC 9231.14(C)(3). Modifications would be for safety, to reduce fire hazard, and to conform aesthetically to the surrounding structures within the immediate neighborhood.
Contact Information
Name
Katherine Schaefers
Agency Name
City of Ukiah
Job Title
Planning Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Nena Caviness
Agency Name
TCW Equipment
Job Title
Applicant
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Ukiah
Counties
Mendocino
Regions
Citywide
Zip
95482
Parcel #
002-269-05
Other Location Info
401 S. State St.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
California Code of Regulations Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, Article 19, Section 15301
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303 Class 1, Existing Facilities which “Consists of the operation, repair, maintenance, permitting, leasing, licensing, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that existing at the time of the lead agency's determination. The types of "existing facilities" itemized below are not intended to be all-inclusive of the types of projects which might fall within Class 1. The key consideration is whether the project involves negligible or no expansion of an existing use. (a) Interior or exterior alterations involving such things as interior partitions, plumbing, and electrical conveyances.”
The proposed project involves minor renovations to an existing commercial structure, including interior and exterior upgrades, without altering the building's footprint or significantly impacting the surrounding site. The modifications will not result in substantial changes to the existing use, nor will they damage or disturb any natural features, as the site is fully developed and located within an urbanized area. Accordingly, the project meets the criteria for exemption and will not have a significant effect on the environment.
Additionally, the project is consistent with the existing zoning and planning regulations, including the 2040 General Plan, Downtown Zoning Code requirements, and other relevant local policies, aligning with the City's established land-use expectations for the site. Upon review, it has been determined that the project will not impact sensitive environmental resources, such as habitats for endangered species, geologically sensitive areas, or sites of historical or archaeological importance.
County Clerk
Mendocino
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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