Curving Pathways will provide a functional, highly memorable way to move around the campus and also contribute to the campus’s special sense of place.
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Campus Progress: Current Projects
Project summaries, and links to published environmental documents are presented below. Future dates presented below are subject to revision.
NORTH BOWL PARKING LOT PHASE 1
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the North Bowl Parking Lot Phase 1 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after December 31, 2010.
The project is located in the North Neighborhood subarea of UC Merced. Implementation of the proposed project would include construction of a surface parking lot on an approximately 2.5-acre site. The parking facility would include approximately 370 spaces to serve the campus’ transportation needs. The project will utilize permeable surface materials that aid in the reduction of flooding and non-point source pollution, minimize stormwater infrastructure costs, and maximize groundwater recharge and the ecological value of streams and other waterways within the project vicinity. Solar panels to serve the campus’ growing energy needs would be installed subsequently. The Project also includes a 110-foot extension of Mineral King Road, as well as additional roadway and utility improvements. Landscaping and safety lighting will also be installed, as well as a transit bus stop for passengers wanting to reach destinations closer to the campus core.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. Addendum #2 to the 2009 LRDP EIR/EIS, and CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Final_Addendum_No_2_North_Bowl_Parking_Lot_Phase_1_11_24_10
Final_Findings_North_Bowl_Parking_Lot_Phase_1_12_02_10
Notice of Determination North Bowl Parking Lots Phase 1
HOUSING 4: THE SUMMITS
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Housing 4:The Summits project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after February 10, 2011.
The Project includes approximately 71,250 assignable square feet (ASF) and 112,250 gross square feet (GSF) of space in two residential buildings. The Project will house approximately 350 students in a mixture of some single and mostly double occupancy rooms. In addition to residential accommodations, the Project will include additional spaces for studies, dining and conference services staff, housing services, storage, multipurpose and tutorial rooms, laundry, a communal kitchen, and a separate single-story maintenance building. The Project will be located directly north of the Student Housing Phase 3 structures in the Campus West Neighborhood.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Final_Findings_Housing_4_The Summits_10_26_10.pdf
Notice of Determination_Housing_4:_The Summits
SITE DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 6
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 6 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after February 10, 2011.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 1 and Volume 2 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Findings_Phase_6_Site_Development_Infrastructure_02_10_2011.pdf
Notice of Determination Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 6
SITE DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 4
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after February 10, 2011.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Findings_Phase_4_Site_Development_Infrastructure_02_23_2011.pdf
Notice of Determination Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4
RECREATION CENTER NORTH PROJECT
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Recreation Center North project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after March 31, 2011.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Findings Rec Center North_08_03_11.pdf
Recreation Center North Notice of Determination
SIERRA NEVADA RESEARCH INSTITUTE INFORMATICS AND DATA VISUALIZATION CENTER
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Sierra Nevada Research Institute Informatics and Data Visualization Center Project . Project approval is expected to occur on or after March 31, 2011.
Sierra Nevada Research Institute Informatics and Data Visualization Center Project Notice of Exemption
STUDENT SERVICES BUILDING PROJECT
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Student Services Building Project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after November, 2011.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Student Services Building Addendum 3
Student Services Building Findings
SITE DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 4
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the modifications to the Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after January 19, 2012.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR, including addendum No 4. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings, including Addendum No 4 in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Final_Findings_Phase_4_Site_Development_Infrastructure_01_19_2012.pdf
Final_Addendum_No_4_SDI_Ph4_01_19_2012.pdf
Notice of Determination Modification to Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4
CLASSROOM AND ACADEMIC OFFICE BUILDING
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Classroom Academic and Office Building project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after November 15, 2012.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings, in support of the proposed approval will be available on this website prior to approval.
Attachment_2_CAOB_Addendum_5_02-06-2013.pdf
Attachment_3_CAOB_Findings_02-06-2013.pdf
NORTH BOWL PARKING LOT PHASE 1
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the North Bowl Parking Lot Phase 1 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after December 31, 2010.
The project is located in the North Neighborhood subarea of UC Merced. Implementation of the proposed project would include construction of a surface parking lot on an approximately 2.5-acre site. The parking facility would include approximately 370 spaces to serve the campus’ transportation needs. The project will utilize permeable surface materials that aid in the reduction of flooding and non-point source pollution, minimize stormwater infrastructure costs, and maximize groundwater recharge and the ecological value of streams and other waterways within the project vicinity. Solar panels to serve the campus’ growing energy needs would be installed subsequently. The Project also includes a 110-foot extension of Mineral King Road, as well as additional roadway and utility improvements. Landscaping and safety lighting will also be installed, as well as a transit bus stop for passengers wanting to reach destinations closer to the campus core.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. Addendum #2 to the 2009 LRDP EIR/EIS, and CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Final_Addendum_No_2_North_Bowl_Parking_Lot_Phase_1_11_24_10
Final_Findings_North_Bowl_Parking_Lot_Phase_1_12_02_10
Notice of Determination North Bowl Parking Lots Phase 1
HOUSING 4: THE SUMMITS
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Housing 4:The Summits project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after February 10, 2011.
The Project includes approximately 71,250 assignable square feet (ASF) and 112,250 gross square feet (GSF) of space in two residential buildings. The Project will house approximately 350 students in a mixture of some single and mostly double occupancy rooms. In addition to residential accommodations, the Project will include additional spaces for studies, dining and conference services staff, housing services, storage, multipurpose and tutorial rooms, laundry, a communal kitchen, and a separate single-story maintenance building. The Project will be located directly north of the Student Housing Phase 3 structures in the Campus West Neighborhood.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Final_Findings_Housing_4_The Summits_10_26_10.pdf
Notice of Determination_Housing_4:_The Summits
SITE DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 6
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 6 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after February 10, 2011.
The Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 6 Project proposes initial site improvements within approximately 711 acres of the UC Merced campus and within the 835 Community North area of the University Community. The Project site is considered undeveloped and currently being used as grazing land for cattle. Initial Site improvements activities include grading, development of unpaved roadways, and installation of wire fencing and erosion control measures. Upon completion of work, the project site will revert back to its use as grazing land for cattle until such time that more intensive development occurs as part of future development actions.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 1 and Volume 2 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Findings_Phase_6_Site_Development_Infrastructure_02_10_2011.pdf
Notice of Determination Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 6
SITE DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 4
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after February 10, 2011.
The Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4 Project proposes completing key elements of the initial buildout for the campus academic core, the extension of buried utilities, stormwater management improvements, operational improvements of existing buildings and the construction of a materials lay-down area. The Project site is located in the North and Central Campus Neighborhoods of the UC Merced Campus.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Findings_Phase_4_Site_Development_Infrastructure_02_23_2011.pdf
Notice of Determination Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4
RECREATION CENTER NORTH PROJECT
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Recreation Center North project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after March 31, 2011.
The Recreation Center North Project proposes development of a two-story facility constructed on a site shared with the existing Gallo Recreation and Wellness Center and will provide additional space for: weight/cardio exercise; multi-purpose spaces (for student clubs and organizations, group exercise and dance rooms); conference rooms; active equipment storage; and office space for recreation and athletics administration. The scope of work includes site preparation, on-site utility work, and landscape and hardscape. The Center will be located in the Lake View Neighborhood of campus near the first set of academic buildings, and near student housing and dining facilities.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Findings Rec Center North_08_03_11.pdf
Recreation Center North Notice of Determination
SIERRA NEVADA RESEARCH INSTITUTE INFORMATICS AND DATA VISUALIZATION CENTER
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Sierra Nevada Research Institute Informatics and Data Visualization Center Project . Project approval is expected to occur on or after March 31, 2011.
The Sierra Nevada Research Institute Informatics and Data Visualization Center Project proposes rehabilitation of the historic Wawona Ranger Station Garage to improve its use as a research and training facility for the Sierra Nevada Research Institute. The project proposes in-kind replacement of the existing wood shake roof and replacement of the non-historic door. Interior work will include the removal of non-historic materials and installation of new wall, floor and ceiling finishes, insulation, a fire suppression sprinkler system and alarm, upgraded electrical and data wiring and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Condition systems. The building's two research/conference rooms will each be furnished with six fixed workstations. Proposed utility upgrades include replacement of an existing propane tank and installation of a solar array immediately behind the garage.
Sierra Nevada Research Institute Informatics and Data Visualization Center Project Notice of Exemption
STUDENT SERVICES BUILDING PROJECT
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Student Services Building Project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after November, 2011.
The Student Services Building will accommodate student support programs for current and emerging instruction and research programs in a combination of tutorial; seminar; conference; dry research and office space. The project site is located east of Ansel Adams Road and north of the Social Science & Management Building in the North Campus District. This project is consistent with the land uses designated for this area as noted in the Campus Land Use Diagram (Figure 2.0-10, LRDP EIS/EIR, 2009). The building is anticipated to be completed in 2013.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Student Services Building Addendum 3
Student Services Building Findings
SITE DEVELOPMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE PHASE 4
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the modifications to the Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4 project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after January 19, 2012.
The Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4 Project proposes completing key elements of the initial buildout for the campus academic core, the extension of buried utilities, stormwater management improvements, operational improvements of existing buildings and the construction of a materials lay-down area. The Project site is located in the North Campus and North Neighborhood districts of the UC Merced Campus. Design of the project was previously approved by the Chancellor in February 2011. However, a minor modification to the location of the corp yard component of the project necessitates approval of this action.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR, including addendum No 4. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings, including Addendum No 4 in support of the proposed approval are available here.
Final_Findings_Phase_4_Site_Development_Infrastructure_01_19_2012.pdf
Final_Addendum_No_4_SDI_Ph4_01_19_2012.pdf
Notice of Determination Modification to Site Development & Infrastructure Phase 4
CLASSROOM AND ACADEMIC OFFICE BUILDING
Notice is hereby given that the University of California, Merced (UCM) intends to approve the Classroom Academic and Office Building project. Project approval is expected to occur on or after November 15, 2012.
UC Merced proposes to construct the Classroom and Academic Office Building project to provide approximately 51,000 assignable square feet of flexible classroom, academic support, research, and office space. The Project site is located in the North Campus district of the UC Merced Campus. Completion of the project is anticipated by mid 2015.
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the Amended University of California Procedures for Implementation of CEQA, the University has determined that this project was adequately analyzed in Volume 3 of the 2009 LRDP EIS/EIR. All impacts associated with construction of the Project will be mitigated through implementation of the 2009 EIS/EIR Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program. CEQA Findings, in support of the proposed approval will be available on this website prior to approval.
Attachment_2_CAOB_Addendum_5_02-06-2013.pdf
Attachment_3_CAOB_Findings_02-06-2013.pdf