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Environmental

Aug. 10, 2012

Proposed CEQA guidelines seek to expedite infill development reviews

The proposed guidelines were recently issued for public comment. Those comments are due on Sept. 10. By Norman Carlin, David Farabee, Stacey Wright and Marne Sussman of Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP


By Norman Carlin, David Farabee, Stacey Wright and Marne Sussman


Last year, the state Legislature enacted Senate Bill 226 to streamline review of infill development projects under the California Environmental Quality Act, or CEQA. CEQA is a cornerstone of environmental protection in California, requiring public agencies to evaluate the impacts of projects they undertake or approve, consider alternatives and adopt mitigation measures if feasible. However, develope...

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