Replace Coastal Access Stairway
Summary
SCH Number
2026100187
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Replace Coastal Access Stairway
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
10/7/2026
Document Description
Beach access via stairway #6 has reached a condition that poses a public safety risk due to its age and deferred maintenance. The disrepair includes splintering handrails and worn and broken treads. In addition, the footings are in a state of advanced disrepair from years of use and exposure to a coastal environment. The existing stairway will be demolished and replaced near the existing staircase. The project also includes improvements to the nearby existing restroom facility including modifications to meet current accessibility guidelines. Additional work would include, but is not limited to, parking modifications and paths of travel to meet accessibility guidelines.
Project requirements incorporated to avoid and/or minimize environmental impact as well as further project information may be obtained by contacting the environmental coordinator at the contact information below.
Contact Information
Name
Luke Serna
Agency Name
California Department of Parks and Recreation-Southern Service Center
Job Title
Associate Park and Recreation Specialist
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Coordinates
Cities
Encinitas
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Cross Streets
South Coast Hwy 101 and Montgomery Ave
Zip
92007
Total Acres
0.94
State Highways
Hwy 101
Railways
NCTD
Schools
Cardiff Elementary School
Waterways
San Eljo Lagoon/Escondido Creek
Other Location Info
San Elijo State Beach
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
CCR Class 1 Section 15301; 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 staff, then it is exempt under CEQA §15301 and §15302 as:
• Existing Facilities, “Repair of existing public facilities involving negligible expansion of use” (Class 1, §15301)
• Replacement or Reconstruction, “Replacement or reconstruction of existing facilities where the new structure will be located on the same site and have substantially the same purpose and capacity” (Class 2, §15302)
County Clerk
San Diego
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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