Install/upgrade signs, channelizers, delineation, pavement markings, and retroreflective markers
Summary
SCH Number
2025121059
Public Agency
California Department of Transportation, District 7
(DOT)
Document Title
Install/upgrade signs, channelizers, delineation, pavement markings, and retroreflective markers
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/23/2025
Document Description
The Office of Traffic Design (Civil) has requested environmental clearance for a Minor B project along State Route 405 from post mile 42.2 to 44.9. The project limits begin near Van Nuys extending north toward North Hills and passing Panorama City in Los Angeles County at various locations. The purpose of this Minor B project is to improve roadway safety by installing and upgrading signage, channelizers, delineation, pavement markings, and retroreflective markers at various on- and off-ramp locations along State Route 405. The project is needed to address safety concerns identified through Table C reports, monitoring programs, and district investigations, with the goal of reducing the frequency and severity of collisions on the State Highway System. This state-only funded project includes a maximum soil excavation depth of 4.5 feet for sign installation. No vegetation removal or trimming will be required. All work will take place within Caltrans right of way.
Contact Information
Name
Nestor Espinoza
Agency Name
California Department of Transportation, District 7 (DOT)
Job Title
Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist)
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Location
Cities
North Hills, Panorama City, Van Nuys
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
Near Van Nuys extending north toward North Hills and passing Panorama City
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 1(c) (14 CCR 15301)
Reasons for Exemption
The project is categorically exempt under Class 1 of CEQA because it involves minor improvements to existing public structures without expanding their use. It includes tasks such as installing and upgrading signs and markers on an existing highway to enhance safety. These activities fall under the Class 1 exemption for the maintenance of existing highways and similar facilities, which are unlikely to have significant environmental effects.
County Clerk
Los Angeles
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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