Mountainview Elementary School Improvements Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025040705
Public Agency
Saugus Union School District
Document Title
Mountainview Elementary School Improvements Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
4/15/2025
Document Description
The District proposes improvements to the Mountainview Elementary School campus to upgrade restroom facilities, enhance play and recreational areas, improve site infrastructure, and comply with accessibility and safety standards.
The proposed project will include improvements to existing restrooms and the construction of new restrooms facilities within Buildings B, C, and D; removal and replacement of asphalt and ball walls on the campus play-ground, and installation of new play equipment on the existing play area in the center of the campus; installation of a new walking track and replacement of the existing turf and irrigation system in the playfield area within the north and northwestern portion of the campus; installation of a new shade structure over existing playground equipment in the southwestern corner of the campus; and replacement of asphalt and restriping on existing park-ing lots and driveway, located on the eastern side of the campus.
Contact Information
Name
Kathie Pisano
Agency Name
Saugus Union School District
Job Title
Facilities Project Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Santa Clarita
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Garret Canyon Drive and Cypress Place
Zip
91390
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, CCR §15301, Existing Facilities
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project, which includes updates to the existing track, turf, irrigation system, play areas, equipment, and restrooms on the Mountainview ES campus, is exempt from CEQA under Class 1 (Existing Facilities) as outlined in Section 15301. These improvements are limited to the existing campus facilities, represent minimal changes, and will not lead to any expansion of use or increase in student capacity. Thus, the proposed project is exempt from CEQA review pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 3, CCR §15303, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project involves the construction of new small-scale restroom facilities and the addition of play equipment and new shade structures within Mountainview Elementary School's existing recreational spaces, which is exempt from CEQA under Class 3 (Section 15303). These additions are designed to serve the current student population, will not increase student capacity, and are located within the established campus infrastructure. The size and nature of these structures meet the criteria for 'small structures' as defined by CEQA. Therefore, the proposed project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15303.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 11, CCR §15311, Accessory Structures
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed updates to Mountainview Elementary School's existing parking lot and restroom facilities qualify for a CEQA exemption under Class 11, Accessory Structures (Section 15311). These improvements, which include the replacement of asphalt and restriping on the existing parking lots and driveway and the construction of new restrooms facilities within Buildings B, C, and D, are considered minor accessory structures directly related to the school's existing operations and do not alter its primary function. Therefore, the proposed project is exempt from further CEQA analysis under Section 15311.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 14, CCR §15314, Minor Additions to School
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed improvements, including the construction of a new shade structure and new restroom facilities within the existing Mountainview ES campus, are exempt from CEQA under Class 14 (Section 15314). These minor additions will serve the current student population, enhance recreational spaces, and are designed to integrate with the existing campus infrastructure without increasing student capacity or adding new classrooms. Therefore, the proposed project is exempt from CEQA under Section 15314.
County Clerk
Los Angeles
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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