GRMWC/Conditional Use Permit/N-DRC2025-00012 /ED25-0230
Summary
SCH Number
2026020292
Public Agency
San Luis Obispo County
Document Title
GRMWC/Conditional Use Permit/N-DRC2025-00012 /ED25-0230
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
2/9/2026
Document Description
Request for a Conditional Use Permit to construct an interconnection pipeline along a bridge on River Grove Drive to connect the area west of the Estrella River back to the remainder of the Green River Mutual Water Company (GRMWC) water distribution system. The project includes improvements to Well Site 04, including installation of a new 10,000-gallon nominal storage tank (11.75 feet in diameter and 13.3 feet in height) to enhance operational storage, and construction of a new booster pump station consisting of up to two 15-horsepower variable speed high-service pumps for normal system operations, with one pump acting as a backup. Extra manifold piping and valving will be provided to accommodate a future high-flow emergency pump. Additional improvements include installation of a hydropneumatic tank; site electrical facilities including, but not limited to, a motor control center (MCC), variable frequency drive (VFD), magnetic flow meter, and pressure transducer; and a combination altitude and back pressure valve equipped for delayed opening at lower reservoir levels (one for the existing tank and one for the proposed tank). The project also includes installation of chlorination injection equipment and enclosure, an eyewash station and shower, and demolition of the existing Well 04. The proposed project is located within the Public Facilities (PF) land use category in the Shandon-Carrizo Sub Area North of the North County Planning Area.
Contact Information
Name
Lane Sutherland
Agency Name
County of San Luis Obispo
Job Title
Planner
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Name
Amy Wilson
Agency Name
Owner
Job Title
Applicant
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Unincorporated Area (Community of Shandon)
Counties
San Luis Obispo
Regions
Southern California, Unincorporated
Zip
93446
Total Acres
0.71
Parcel #
019-241-012 & 019-241-015
Other Location Info
019-241-012 & 019-241-015
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 3 Categorical Exemption Section 15303
Reasons for Exemption
The project qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303. This exemption applies because the proposed project consists of small-scale improvements to an existing, permitted community water system serving the Whitley Gardens area. The project involves replacement and upgrade of existing water system facilities and construction of a limited interconnection pipeline within previously disturbed areas, existing road right-of-way, and an existing bridge crossing. The project does not include construction of habitable structures, does not expand the service area, and would not result in growth-inducing impacts.
County Clerk
San Luis Obispo
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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