Grove Street Intersection Improvements Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025101427
Public Agency
Placer County
Document Title
Grove Street Intersection Improvements Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/29/2025
Document Description
Placer County, in collaboration with Caltrans, would enhance an existing side-street stop-controlled intersection by installing a new traffic signal system. The proposed improvements include traffic signals, enhanced sidewalk accessibility features, and the addition of high-visibility crosswalks, signage, striping, and pavement markings. These upgrades aim to improve overall traffic operations and significantly increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the intersection; and would benefit all users including pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists traveling through and across the intersection.
Contact Information
Name
Tim Boyer
Agency Name
Placer County Public Works
Job Title
Junior Engineer
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Tahoe City
Counties
Placer
Regions
Northern California
Cross Streets
Intersection of SR 28 & Grove Street
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1, Section 15301 (c)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project involves the enhancement of an existing side-street stop-controlled intersection by installing a new traffic signal system. The project would include an upgraded traffic signal, enhanced sidewalk accessibility features, and the addition of high-visibility crosswalks, signage, striping, and pavement markings. Construction activities will incorporate avoidance and minimization measures to avoid disturbance to migratory birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act in the work area prior to construction. The project will not result in impacts to hazardous materials or cultural resources, and all work will occur within previously disturbed or managed areas, with the designated staging area used solely for equipment storage and no ground disturbance. The project is located on a roadway eligible for scenic highway designation; however, the intersection is commercialized, and the signals would not significantly interfere with views of Lake Tahoe. Therefore, the project will not result in any adverse effects, and there are no exceptions to the exemptions.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 3, Section 15303(d)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project involves the enhancement of an existing side-street stop-controlled intersection by installing a new traffic signal system. The project would include an upgraded traffic signal, enhanced sidewalk accessibility features, and the addition of high-visibility crosswalks, signage, striping, and pavement markings. Construction activities will incorporate avoidance and minimization measures to avoid disturbance to migratory birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act in the work area prior to construction. The project will not result in impacts to hazardous materials or cultural resources, and all work will occur within previously disturbed or managed areas, with the designated staging area used solely for equipment storage and no ground disturbance. The project is located on a roadway eligible for scenic highway designation; however, the intersection is commercialized, and the signals would not significantly interfere with views of Lake Tahoe. Therefore, the project will not result in any adverse effects, and there are no exceptions to the exemptions.
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 4, Section 15304(f)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project involves the enhancement of an existing side-street stop-controlled intersection by installing a new traffic signal system. The project would include an upgraded traffic signal, enhanced sidewalk accessibility features, and the addition of high-visibility crosswalks, signage, striping, and pavement markings. Construction activities will incorporate avoidance and minimization measures to avoid disturbance to migratory birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act in the work area prior to construction. The project will not result in impacts to hazardous materials or cultural resources, and all work will occur within previously disturbed or managed areas, with the designated staging area used solely for equipment storage and no ground disturbance. The project is located on a roadway eligible for scenic highway designation; however, the intersection is commercialized, and the signals would not significantly interfere with views of Lake Tahoe. Therefore, the project will not result in any adverse effects, and there are no exceptions to the exemptions.
County Clerk
Placer
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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