Safari Park USDA Boundary Fence Replacement
Summary
SCH Number
2026090266
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Safari Park USDA Boundary Fence Replacement
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
9/4/2026
Document Description
This project will replace approximately 986 feet by 8 feet tall of chain link fence along the property line between the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and State property, as required by United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) for Safari Park operations. In addition to the fence replacement, an approximately 18-inch dig barrier will be installed to prevent wildlife from entering Safari Park property. The edge of the dig barrier will fall on the property line. Vegetation removal needed for construction will take place on Safari Park property. There may be minimal vegetation removal on State property requiring a Right of Entry permit.
Measures to avoid impact and further project detail may be obtained by submitting a request to the project Environmental Coordinator listed below.
Contact Information
Name
Marya Ahmad
Agency Name
California Department of Parks & Recreation - San Diego Coast District
Job Title
District Environmental Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Cities
Escondido
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
Old Milky Way
Zip
92027
State Highways
Highway 78
Other Location Info
San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class: 2, Section 15302
Reasons for Exemption
No potential for significant impact to the environment is anticipated in compliance with CEQA §15300.2. If the project is implemented as indicated within the CDPR Project Evaluation Form, including conditions provided by CDPR reviewers, then it is exempt under CEQA §15311 – Accessory Structures.
• “Replacement of Existing Structures” (Class 2, Section 15302)
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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