Vero Fiber Networks, LLC Arcata Laterals By-Pass Project
Summary
SCH Number
2026060660
Public Agency
California Public Utilities Commission
(CPUC)
Document Title
Vero Fiber Networks, LLC Arcata Laterals By-Pass Project
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
6/15/2026
Document Description
Installation of telecommunications infrastructure to enhance wireless and broadband speeds. The new construction consists of underground fiber optic cable, which will be installed using horizontal directional drilling (HDD). The approximate length of the new construction will be 6,262 feet or 1.18 miles.
Contact Information
Name
Andrew Chan
Agency Name
CPUC
Job Title
CEQA Analyst
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Arcata
Counties
Humboldt
Regions
Citywide
Cross Streets
Todd Court, Eye Street, Grant Avenue, Jay Street, Foster Avenue, Alliance Road
State Highways
101
Schools
Arcata High School
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
15301(b); 15301(c); 15303(d)
Reasons for Exemption
Under D.19-08-043, the CPUC determined that the projects proposed by Vero Fiber Networks would qualify as exempt under one or more CEQA categorical exemptions.