Environmental Assessment No. P25-00974 for Text Amendment Application No. P25-00974

The City of Fresno is proposing a text amendment to its Municipal Code to allow existing drive-through facilities displaced by eminent domain to relocate within 100 feet of a planned or existing Bus Rapid Transit station, provided the new site remains within half a mile of the original location. This regulatory adjustment is designed to accommodate transit-oriented development while minimizing disruption to businesses affected by infrastructure expansion. The amendment specifically modifies Chapter 15 of the Fresno Municipal Code, focusing on Table 15-1102 and Section 15-2728, to align zoning regulations with current transit planning goals. All other drive-through design standards remain in effect, ensuring consistency in operations, safety, and aesthetic requirements. The action is supported by a categorical exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), which determines the amendment has no significant environmental impact and therefore does not require a full environmental review. This initiative is not a procurement contract and carries no financial obligation, pricing, or delivery schedule. It is a zoning code revision handled by the City of Fresno Planning and Development Department, with no involvement of federal acquisition regulations, contract clauses, or contractor responsibilities. There are no associated costs, payment offices, invoicing requirements, or contractor certifications, as the project entails administrative code updates rather than the acquisition of goods or services. The lead point of contact is Erik Young, Supervising Planner, who oversees the processing and approval of the amendment. Supporting documentation includes a Categorical Exemption Determination, and all activities are confined to the city’s jurisdiction with no physical construction or land development required. The amendment reflects a policy adjustment to facilitate transit infrastructure while providing regulatory relief to affected businesses under eminent domain circumstances.