59th Street Elementary School New Shade Structures
Summary
SCH Number
2025010879
Public Agency
Los Angeles Unified School District
Document Title
59th Street Elementary School New Shade Structures
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/28/2025
Document Description
The Project will install two new permanent 40’ x 30’ x 12’ shade structures on the playground adjacent to the parking lot as well as provide minor path of travel upgrades at 59th Street Elementary School (59th Street ES or Campus) (Exhibit A). The footings would be set at a depth between 3 to 8 feet. The Board of Education approved the Project’s budget of $310,436 on February 13, 2024.
The Project will be implemented pursuant to all applicable State, federal, and local regulations and all applicable Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) specifications, standards, and/or guidelines, including those in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the updated Standard Conditions of Approval for District Construction, Upgrade, and Improvements Projects (SC) as adopted by the Board of Education on December 12, 2023. LAUSD’s SCs, design guidelines, and best management practices are designed to be incorporated into the Project design in order to avoid or limit potential adverse impacts associated with the District’s projects.
The beneficiaries of the Project include 59th Street ES students, faculty, staff, families, school supporters, and the community at large who may request access to the Campus pursuant to the Civic Center Act (CA Ed. Code Sections 38130 - 38139).
Contact Information
Name
Zulema Renteria
Agency Name
Los Angeles Unified School District
Job Title
Environmental Planning Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Los Angeles
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Southern California
Other Location Info
The 58th Street Elementary School New Shade Structures Project (Project) will be located on the approximately 4.9-acre 59th Street Elementary School campus (59th Street ES or Campus). The Campus is located on 5939 2nd Avenue in the Hyde Park community of the City of Los Angeles. It is bound by West 59th Street to the north, 2nd Avenue to the east, West 60th Street to the south, and 3rd Avenue to the west. The Campus is located in an urbanized community primarily consisting of commercial uses, multi-family, and single-family residences.
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301, 15303, 15311, 15314
Reasons for Exemption
Section 15301 - Existing Facilities
Class 1 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 Project will result in the installation of two new shade structures on the existing play yard. The new shade structures will address unmet Campus needs and provide students with a safe and healthy learning environment. Installation of the new shade structures will not present a new or expanded use of the Campus. Therefore, the Project fulfills the requirements of CEQA Guidelines Section 15301.
Section 15303 - New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures
Class 3 consists of replacing or reconstructing existing structures and facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced.
The Project will result in the installation of a new shade structure on the existing play yard. The new shade structure will address unmet campus needs and provide students with a safe and healthy learning environment. Installation of the new shade structure will not result in an increase or alteration of the current use, function, or capacity of the existing Campus. Therefore, the Project fulfills the requirements of CEQA Guidelines Section 15303.
Section 15304 – Minor Alterations
Class 4 consists of minor public or private alterations in the condition of land, water, and/or vegetation which do not involve removal of healthy, mature, scenic trees expect for forestry or agricultural purposes.
The Project will include installation of two shade structures that involve minimal land disturbance. Installation will not involve major grading, excavation, or other significant alterations to land. Installation of the new shade structures will not result in an increase or alteration of the current use, function, or capacity of the existing Campus. Therefore, the Project fulfills the requirements of CEQA Guidelines Section 15304.
Section 15311 – Accessory Structures
Class 11 consists of construction or replacement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities, including, but not limited to, on-premises signs and small parking lots.
The Project will include installation of new shade structures on the existing play yard. The new shade structures are consistent with the existing use of the Project area and will enhance playground experience and support the primary educational and recreational use of the site. The Project will serve as supplementary facilities to enhance the functionality of the existing playground. Therefore, the Project fulfills the requirements of CEQA Guidelines Section 15311.
County Clerk
Los Angeles
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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