Bill > SB675

This bill modifies the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to provide streamlined environmental review for a specific type of waterfront development project called a Waterfront Environmental Leadership Development Project (WELDP) in San Diego. The bill defines a WELDP as a mixed-use project on more than 50 acres of waterfront land that is certified by the Governor, proposes at least 1 million square feet of new development, and enhances public access to the waterfront. The bill establishes expedited review processes for these projects, including requiring the California Coastal Commission to provide substantive comments on project documents within 60 days and to complete port master plan amendments and coastal development permit appeals within specific timeframes. The Coastal Commission is also authorized to charge fees for processing project documents and is restricted in how it can object to or delay project approvals. The bill includes provisions to ensure that the project meets objective standards for development, such as building heights, setbacks, and environmental mitigation. By creating a specialized process for this specific type of waterfront development, the bill aims to facilitate large-scale urban waterfront projects in San Diego while maintaining environmental protections and public review processes.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

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