§ 1500-23-020. Environmental Review

A.

CEQA Review. After acceptance of a complete application, the Development Services Department shall review the project in compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to determine whether:

1.

The proposed project is not a project as defined by CEQA;

2.

The proposed project is exempt from the requirements of CEQA;

3.

A Negative Declaration may be issued;

4.

A Mitigated Negative Declaration may be issued;

5.

A Subsequent EIR, Supplemental EIR or Addendum may be issued; or

6.

An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) is required.

B.

Compliance with CEQA. The above determinations and, where required, the preparation and circulation of appropriate environmental documents, shall be in compliance with CEQA and any environmental guidelines and thresholds that the County has adopted in accordance with CEQA.

C.

Special Studies. Special studies, paid for by the applicant, may be required to supplement the County's CEQA compliance review.