SMUMC MNP HCAI NPC4 Seismic Upgrades Project
Summary
SCH Number
2025121098
Public Agency
University of California, Los Angeles
Document Title
SMUMC MNP HCAI NPC4 Seismic Upgrades Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
12/24/2025
Document Description
The project involves non-structural seismic upgrades to portions of the Merle Norman Pavilion at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center (SMUMC) to meet HCAI regulatory requirements. The scope of work includes required upgrades to medical equipment anchorages and retrofits to building systems, including utility lines, ducts, ceilings, lighting, and elevator guide rails. There would be no change in floor area or use.
Contact Information
Name
Ashley Rogers
Agency Name
UCLA Capital Programs
Job Title
Director, Environmental Planning
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency / Project Applicant / Parties Undertaking Project
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Santa Monica
Counties
Los Angeles
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
16th Street & Arizona Avenue
Zip
90404
State Highways
I-10
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Sec. 15301, Existing Facilities; Sec. 15302, Replacement or Reconstruction
Reasons for Exemption
The project is exempt under Class 1 because it consists of interior alterations and associated equipment installation within an existing facility with no expansion of use; and under Class 2 because it consists of improvements to an existing hospital in order to provide an earthquake-resistant structure, with the same general purpose and capacity as currently exists. In accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2, no exceptions to the exemptions apply.