University Tower (All Floors) NPC-4 Seismic Compliance Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025101064
Public Agency
University of California
Document Title
University Tower (All Floors) NPC-4 Seismic Compliance Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/22/2025
Document Description
The University Tower, currently rated as Nonstructural Performance Category (NPC)-2, requires substantial upgrades to achieve an NPC-4 rating by the 2030 deadline set forth in SB 1953. The project proposes improving the building’s nonstructural systems—including the anchorage of critical equipment, above-ceiling utility bracing, and additional architectural components—to prevent failure or disruption during a seismic event.
Contact Information
Name
Brian Harrington
Agency Name
Univerisity of California
Job Title
Director of Physical and Environmental Planning
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
Sacramento
Counties
Sacramento
Regions
Northern California
Other Information
University of California, Davis - Sacramento Campus
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Section 15301
Reasons for Exemption
The project is categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Class 1, Existing Facilities because it consists of the alteration of an existing structure and involves negligible expansion of an existing use, and therefore, it can be seen with certainty that the University Tower (All Floors) NPC-4 Seismic Compliance Project will not have a significant impact on the environment. None of the exceptions to the exemption apply (CEQA Guideline Section 15300.2).
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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