Garage 9 Renovation
Summary
SCH Number
2025010641
Public Agency
City of Fresno
Document Title
Garage 9 Renovation
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/21/2025
Document Description
The proposed project includes remodeling an existing building and making minor modifications to the adjacent parking structure. The remodel will include, in part, demolition of a bank teller window. Parking structure modifications are needed to enhance safety and accessibility. Trenching and backfill along the sidewalk near the building will be necessary to install communication conduits.
Contact Information
Name
Harlavpreet Brar
Agency Name
City of Fresno
Job Title
Licensed Professional Engineer
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Address
Phone
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Fresno
Counties
Fresno
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Van Ness Avenue and Merced Street
Zip
93721
Parcel #
46615419T
Other Location Info
1255 Van Ness Avenue, Fresno, CA 93721
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15301/Class 1
Reasons for Exemption
The project site is an existing building formerly utilized as a banking facility by Wells Fargo, the adjacent parking structure, and the sidewalk near the building. The building will be remodeled to facilitate the relocation of staff members from Community Development, Housing Production, Housing Finance, Homeless Assistance Response Team (HART), and Homeless Divisions under Planning & Development. The project includes demolition within the building that includes removal of a teller window assembly, non-structural walls, work counters, floor veneer and floor transitions as required to accommodate new construction. The improvements include new flooring that includes polished concrete, carpet, ceramic floor tile, and sealed concrete. The project encompasses the installation of wall structures to partition the various areas within the designated space. The mechanical upgrade within the building includes necessary alterations to the existing HVAC system, especially involving modification to the ductwork. The plumbing upgrades in this project will involve the installation of new hot-water and cold-water lines, as well as sewage lines. These upgrades are necessary to accommodate the relocation of the water heater and lavatory within the building. The sprinkler system shall be modified in accordance with the applicable versions of NFPA-13 and all local authorities. As part of the electrical upgrades to the building, the project entails the installation of new lighting fixtures, security cameras, card readers, electrical receptacles, and wireless access points.
County Clerk
Fresno
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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