St. Helena Elementary School PV Solar Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025031255
Public Agency
Saint Helena Unified School District
Document Title
St. Helena Elementary School PV Solar Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/27/2025
Document Description
The project would consist of installation of 264 photovoltaic (PV) modules on a single canopy in a grassy play area adjacent to the school softball field. No trees would be removed for the project. The project would assure reduced electrical rates for the District into the future.
Contact Information
Name
Kay Vang
Agency Name
St. Helena Unified School District
Job Title
Chief Business Official
Contact Types
Responsible Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
St. Helena
Counties
Napa
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Adams Street
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Statutory Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 21080.35
Reasons for Exemption
The project would qualify for exemption under the CEQA rooftop/parking lot statutory exemption (CEQA Statutes, Section 21080.35), which applies to rooftop and parking lot photovoltaic systems, with associated equipment not occupying more than 500 sq. ft. and not containing protected plants. None of the exceptions to the exemption would apply (See attached Discussion).
County Clerk
Napa
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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