North Shore Piles Project
Summary
SCH Number
2026030674
Public Agency
North Tahoe Fire Protection District
Document Title
North Shore Piles Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/16/2026
Document Description
The project involves hand thinning of small-diameter trees and ladder fuels, along with construction of burn piles to reduce hazardous fuel loads and improve forest resilience. The work will enhance public safety, protect nearby communities, and support long-term ecosystem health. This is a non-commercial, non-mechanized project led by Tahoe RCD in partnership with the North Tahoe Fire Protection District. The project will take place on 57.4 privately owned acres in four locations.
Contact Information
Name
April Shackelford
Agency Name
North Tahoe Fire Protection District
Job Title
Forest Fuels Manager
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Name
David Murray
Agency Name
Tahoe Resource Conservation District
Job Title
Registered Professional Forester
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Tahoe City
Counties
Placer
Regions
Unincorporated
Parcel #
093-160-082, 093-160-074, 092-290-001, 084-031-001, 084-041-001, 085-020-085, 092-290-001
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CCR Title 14 15304(i) Minor Alterations to Land
Reasons for Exemption
This project falls under the definition of a CEQA Class 4 Categorical Exemption, Section 15304 (i), Minor Alterations to Land, Fuel Management Activities. This project consists of maintenance of existing native growth to reduce fire danger. These fuel management activities will minimize fire danger and improve forest health which in turn will help protect the natural resources within and adjacent to the project area.
County Clerk
Placer
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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