Installation of Outdoor Awning by RIDA Chula Vista, LLC at Old Hickory Steakhouse at Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
Summary
SCH Number
2026080712
Public Agency
San Diego Unified Port District
Document Title
Installation of Outdoor Awning by RIDA Chula Vista, LLC at Old Hickory Steakhouse at Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
8/20/2026
Document Description
The proposed project would involve the installation of a new outdoor awning over the Old Hickory Steakhouse terrace located at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center by RIDA Chula Vista (Applicant) in the city of Chula Vista, California. Work to specifically complete the proposed project would include the installation of a steel post and truss structure and installation of a tensioned fabric cover atop the truss structure. The new awning would cover approximately 2,500 square feet (approximately 74’W x 33’L) of the existing outdoor terrace of the steakhouse, and would have a maximum height of approximately 20 feet. From the higher end adjacent to the exterior walls of the steakhouse, the awning would slope downward to a height of approximately 10 feet at the lower end. Minor accessories to the outdoor awning, including, but not limited to, electric heater(s), string light(s), and motorized roller shades, may be installed throughout the truss structure.
Construction of the new awning would involve the surface installation of the steel post and truss structure that would support the fabric cover. The steel posts would be anchored to the terrace with a steel base plate; there would be no physical connection between the new truss structure and the exterior walls of the existing building. Construction of the proposed project is anticipated to occur in approximately Fall 2026 and would take approximately three (3) months to complete. Equipment required for the proposed project would include a forklift for transporting materials from delivery vehicles to the project site, and mobile scissor lifts for the installation of trusses, electrical lines and equipment, and the fire sprinkler system.
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
Ira Mitzner
Agency Name
RIDA Chula Vista, LLC
Job Title
Authorized Signatory
Contact Types
Project Applicant
Phone
Email
Name
Davin Cox
Agency Name
San Diego Unified Port District
Job Title
Planner I
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Chula Vista
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Other Location Info
1000 H Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Old Hickory Steakhouse at Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Class 1); Section 15303 (Class 3); Section 15311 (Class 11)
Reasons for Exemption
The proposed project is determined to be Categorically Exempt pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities, 15303 (New Construction of Conversion of Small Structures), and 15311 (Accessory Structures), and Sections 3.a., 3.c., and 3.i. of the District’s Guidelines for Compliance with CEQA because it would consist of the installation of an accessory structure over an existing outdoor terrace that would involve no expansion of use beyond that previously existing and would not result in a significant cumulative impact due to the continuation of the existing use. Sections 3.a., 3.c., and 3.i. 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. Examples of this exemption include:
(2) Accessory (appurtenant) structures and mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, garages, sheds, railway spur tracks, pilings, temporary trailers, industrial equipment enclosures, fences, parking, on-site roadways, walkways and health and safety devices.
AND/OR
3.i. Accessory Structures (SG § 15311) (Class 11): Includes construction, or placement of minor structures accessory to (appurtenant to) existing facilities.
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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