Interior Parking and Security Improvements by ACE Parking at the Convention Center & Bayfront Parking Garages
Summary
SCH Number
2026060376
Public Agency
San Diego Unified Port District
Document Title
Interior Parking and Security Improvements by ACE Parking at the Convention Center & Bayfront Parking Garages
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/9/2026
Document Description
The proposed project would involve replacement and improvement of existing parking and security infrastructure by ACE Parking (Applicant) on behalf of the San Diego Unified Port District (District) at the Convention Center Parking Garage and Bayfront Parking Garage (adjacent to the Hiton Bayfront Hotel) in the city of San Diego, California. Work to specifically complete the proposed project is as follows:
Parking Equipment and Infrastructure
• Convention Center Parking Garage
o Removal of existing attendant booths, red/green light systems and other existing parking control equipment within the parking garage and at existing entry/exit points on Harbor Drive, Marriott, and Convention Way. One existing attendant booth would remain in place at each of the three (3) aforementioned entry/exit points.
o Improvements to include installation of:
? Vehicle detection loops
? License plate recognition equipment
? Pay station kiosks
? Parking barrier gates
? Pay on foot stations located adjacent to elevator access points
? Digital open/closed lane signage for inbound and outbound traffic
? Central power and network load centers to be installed in the existing parking booths
? Fiber data network to be installed in overhead conduits
• Bayfront Parking Garage
o Removal of existing attendant booths, red/green light systems and other existing parking control equipment within the parking garage and at existing entry/exit points at Park Boulevard, Gulls Street and Switzer Street. One (1) existing attendant booth would remain in place at the Park Boulevard and Switzer Steet entry/exit points.
o Improvements to include installation of:
? Construction of a concrete island at the Park Boulevard entry/exit point to measure 30 feet long x 3 feet wide.
? Vehicle detection loops
? License plate recognition equipment
? Pay station kiosks
? Parking barrier gates
? Pay on foot stations located adjacent to elevator access points
? Digital open/closed lane signage for inbound and outbound traffic
? Central power and network load centers to be installed in existing parking booths
? Fiber data network to be installed in overhead conduits
Security Equipment - Close Circuit Television System (CCTV)
• Convention Center Parking Garage
o Remove existing CCTV system
o Install replacement CCTV system, including additional camera views to support remote security monitoring of the facility
o Installation of horn speakers and ancillary equipment for system operations
• Bayfront Parking Garage
o Remove existing CCTV system
o Install replacement CCTV system, including additional camera views to support remote security monitoring of the facility
o Installation of horn speakers and ancillary equipment for system operations
Construction of the proposed project is anticipated to occur in approximately late-2026, and would take approximately six (6) weeks to complete with ongoing modifications, maintenance, and removal as needed. Equipment required for the proposed project would consist of a forklift, work trucks, hand tools and a scissor lift. No temporary closures are anticipated for the sidewalk or promenade adjacent to the project sites. Any temporary lane closures to the garages would be staggered such that parkers could still access the entry/exit lanes which aren’t under construction. None of the entry/exit points would have all lanes closed at once during construction.
Due to its nature and limited scope, construction of the proposed project would generate a minor amount of vehicle trips and would require limited use of equipment. Therefore, impacts related to air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and transportation and traffic are not anticipated to occur. Furthermore, the Applicant would be responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding construction demolition debris, hazards and hazardous materials, and stormwater.
Contact Information
Name
Justin Huitema
Agency Name
San Diego Unified Port District
Job Title
Planner I
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Name
Erickson Williams
Agency Name
ACE Parking
Job Title
Regional Director
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
San Diego
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Other Location Info
Convention Center Parking Garage (underground at the Convention Center); 111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Bayfront Parking Garage (adjacent to the Hilton Bayfront Hotel); 1 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (Class 1) and 15303 (Class 3)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and Sections 3.a. and 3.c. of the District’s Guidelines for Compliance with CEQA because it would involve no expansion of use beyond that previously existing, would not result in a significant cumulative impact due to the continuation of the existing use and would consist of installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures. Sections 3.a. and 3.c. of the District’s CEQA Guidelines are as follows:
3.a. Existing Facilities (SG § 15301) (Class 1): Includes operation, repair, maintenance, or minor alteration of existing public or private structures, facilities, mechanical equipment, or topographical features, involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that previously existing;
AND/OR
3.c. New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures (SG § 15303) (Class 3): Includes construction of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and conversion of existing small structures from one use to another with minor modifications to the exterior of the structure.
The District has determined none of the six exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption apply to this project (CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2).
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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